Steam sterilization tape is essential for the sterilization process. Sterilization is the application, after thorough cleaning, of a method to destroy all pathogenic infectious or parasitic agents, including microbial spores. It is applied to instruments and devices. It is usually performed using one of the following methods:

• Dry heat - Special ovens with hot air
• Moist heat - Special ovens with steam under pressure
• Using radiation

Spores are a resilient cellular form, formed by microbes (bacteria, fungi, etc.) to withstand extreme conditions (heat, cold, lack of water, etc.). They can remain viable for decades. Spores are dehydrated cells with durable walls and low metabolic rates. When environmental conditions become favorable again, they "germinate," each producing a microbe.

Steam sterilization tape 19mm x 50m features:

• Self-adhesive packaging wrapping tapes for sterilization with a 3/4 indicator, width: 19 mm.
• They have CE marking.
• They are adhesive with good adhesive ability and unwind easily.
• They leave no glue residue on paper and fabric.
• They bear a continuous sterilization indicator on the outer surface (sharp color change, the indicators change from yellow to brown).
• They are made from crepe paper that does not detach during sterilization.
• Each roll indicates the length and width of the tape.
• Each package specifies the batch number and production date, with clear indications.

Essential requirements for proper sterilization:

• Proper ventilation and air conditioning of the area
• Selection and correct application of sterilization methods
• Sterilization monitoring, record keeping, and documentation of results (traceability)
• Selection and continuous training of staff, which is a key requirement for quality assurance.

A failed sterilization cycle that goes undetected can jeopardize the health and lives of patients and staff.