Vacuum technologies and Health
Pumps and vacuum plants
Vacuum is a strategic fluid in medical activities. Among its main applications, we can cite neonatology, surgery, anesthesia, intensive care, resuscitation, etc.
Operation of a vacuum plant
The medical vacuum is produced by a unit made up of several elements:
- several vacuum pumps (3 sources minimum)
- a storage tank which ensures regulation and guarantees continuity of vacuum supply despite peaks in consumption
- an electronic or electromechanical regulation and control system, which maintains the starting network pressure between -650 and -900 mbar relative
- antibacterial filtration intended to trap bacteria and various substances from use and to protect maintenance personnel
Vacuum pump technologies
The technology of single-stage lubricated vane vacuum pumps and oil-free claw pumps is perfectly suited to the production of medical vacuum for two reasons: the satisfactory vacuum level and the ability to work on wet processes.
The vacuum units are installed in the technical room in a compact version or outside in a cabin or container. The vacuum is then distributed by a network which serves the entire healthcare establishment.
Reliability of vacuum plants
Unlike other medical fluids, there is no emergency bottle to compensate for the failure of the vacuum production system. The availability and reliability of power plants is therefore essential for patient safety.
Operation can be monitored at different points in the establishment by reporting the main parameters and alarms. The use of control and regulation devices allows good management of the production of medical fluids.
