{"id":26829,"date":"2026-04-30T13:02:50","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T13:02:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sterico.ch\/handwashing-unit.html"},"modified":"2026-05-17T19:35:22","modified_gmt":"2026-05-17T19:35:22","slug":"handwashing-unit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sterico.ch\/en\/products\/accessories\/handwashing-unit.html","title":{"rendered":"Handwashing unit"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Handwashing in accordance with medical and hygiene guidelines
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Areas of application<\/strong><\/h4>

The handwashing unit is suitable for use in stationary and mobile medical units, outpatient healthcare facilities, aid organisations and civil protection services.
The washing station is used in:<\/p>

  • Hospitals<\/li>
  • Containers<\/li>
  • Permanent accommodation<\/li>
  • Covered outdoor areas or tents<\/li>
  • In safety laboratories<\/li><\/ul>

    The handwashing unit can be used in tropical or cold climates. The entire system can be set up in 10 minutes and is ready for use after a further 15 minutes. It is designed as a fully self-sufficient system and optimised for minimal water consumption. Economical water use is also advantageous in safety laboratories, as the disposal of wash water incurs high costs in such settings. <\/p>

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    Areas of application<\/strong><\/p>

    • Particularly suitable for use in surgical areas<\/li>
    • For thorough cleaning and disinfection of hands and forearms without contamination from fittings<\/li>
    • Minimises the risk of infection for doctors, healthcare staff and patients<\/li>
    • Washing hands with clean water reduces the bacterial count on the skin by up to 90%<\/li><\/ul>

      Advantages<\/strong><\/p>

      • Fully automatic operation<\/li>
      • Touch-free water dispensing via motion sensor or foot switch<\/li>
      • Lightweight, portable and robust<\/li>
      • Quick to assemble and dismantle in just a few simple steps<\/li>
      • Supplied via a canister or mains water supply<\/li>
      • Low power consumption<\/li>
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        Features<\/strong><\/p>

        The washbasin unit complies with current hygiene regulations. It is characterised by its compact dimensions and low weight.
        During a standard hand-washing procedure in the operating theatre, a maximum of four litres of water is used thanks to the sophisticated sensor and tap technology. A single canister is sufficient for up to six thorough hand washes.
        The continuously adjustable temperature is set within one second at the tap. Short connecting pipes leading to the instantaneous water heater, small pipe diameters with high flow rates and the avoidance of dead spaces ensure the highest level of hygiene within the unit. <\/p>

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        Construction<\/strong>
        The hand-washing unit consists of individual components that are easy to assemble:
        fresh water tank, waste water tank, pressure tank, washbasin unit with feed water pump, instantaneous water heater and tap.<\/p>

        A soap and a disinfectant dispenser are attached to the basin. The unit stands on a sturdy stainless steel base frame. The tanks required for the water supply are housed on the platform within the base frame. A power cable, air pump and a water hose, packed in hanging pouches, complete the mobile unit. The components are easy to clean. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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        Transport crate with fittings<\/strong>

        The complete hand-washing unit is packed in a sturdy transport crate and weighs approx. 70 kg. The crate is fitted with 4 carrying handles, is stackable, suitable for air transport and can also be transported by road as a secured load. All equipment is secured inside the crate. <\/p>

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        Safety features<\/strong><\/p>

        • The instantaneous water heater immediately switches off the heating if the washing temperature exceeds 42 \u00b0C<\/li>
        • The heating output is controlled using vibration-damping technology, ensuring trouble-free mains operation even in operating theatres<\/li>
        • Automatic level monitoring in the fresh water and waste water tanks ensures safe operation<\/li>
        • Bubble detector: air bubbles carried in the water pipe do not damage the instantaneous water heater, as is usually the case<\/li>
        • Controlled disposal of wash water<\/li><\/ul>

          In crisis areas or challenging environments, a consistent supply of electricity and drinking water, as well as the disposal of waste water, cannot be guaranteed. The design of the mobile hand-washing unit takes these issues into account. <\/p>