Autoclave
is a device that sterilizes instruments using steam under pressure.
Autoclaves are widely used commercially as well as in-house across
the world. These are the metallic cylindrical vessels that provide
physical method of sterilization of the equipment. Autoclaves works
by inactivating or killing transmissible agents (such as bacteria,
viruses and fungi) by means of steam, heat and pressure to sterilize
equipment. Sterilization of equipment by steam autoclaves is a safe,
fast and convenient option for sterilizing laboratory glassware,
diagnostic equipment, surgical instruments and biomedical wastes.
Autoclaves vary in function and size depending upon the media to be
sterilized. Stages of operation in autoclave include air removal,
steam admission (in the range of 121C-134 C) and sterilization cycle
(heating, holding/exposure and cooling). Sterilization indicators
(i.e. biological, chemical and physical indicators) are used to
maintain correct temperature during the sterilization process.
The
autoclave market is witnessing rapid growth as this device is
reliable and requires low capital investment for installation in
medical institutes such as hospitals and laboratories. For instance,
HS44 series autoclave, designed by Getinge Group is an ideal option
for sterilizing instruments in heath care centers and clinics. These
autoclaves provide faster service and low cost compared to other
sterilizing equipment. In addition, increasing demand of healthcare
services and aging population will further propel the global steam
autoclave market. According, to the World Health Organization (WHO)
it has been estimated that the global elderly population is expected
to reach around 2 billion by 2050; this was around 524 million in
2010. Moreover, the global geriatric population is expected to grow
at the fastest rate in developed countries such as Italy, Germany,
the U.K., the U.S. and Japan. According to the U.S. Census Bureau,
around 40 million people in the country belonged to the elderly
category in 2011. Around 89 million people are estimated to be beyond
the age of 65 years by 2050. However, steam can only sterilize
surfaces it can be in contact with and increases the chances of
improper sterilization that might hinder the demand of steam
autoclave sterilizers. In addition, this technology is not preferred
for sterilization of rubber, plastic, volatile liquids and
radioactive materials. These factors collectively may hinder the
growth of this market. Key players such as Getinge Group (HS44
Series) and STERIS Corporation (Getinge 433 HC) are major market
players of the steam autoclaves market.
Geographically,
North America dominates the global steam autoclaves market. The major
factors influencing the steam autoclaves market growth in this region
are technological advancements. In addition, rising number of
hospital-acquired infections in the North American region further
boosts the market of steam autoclaves in this region. Europe is
considered as the second largest market of steam autoclaves. For
instance, in September 2013, New York State Department of Health,
Albany revealed that hospital-onset Clostridium difficile Infections
(CDI) rate was 8.3 infections per 1,000 patients admitted in New York
state hospitals in 2012. Consistent rise in demand of sterilization
procedures coupled with rising initiatives by various healthcare
organizations to develop this market will drive the growth of seam
autoclaves market in Europe. Asia-Pacific is considered as the
emerging market of steam autoclaves due to increasing awareness about
the importance of sterilization among the people.
Some
of the companies competing in steam autoclaves market are Getinge
Group, Johnson and Johnson, Cantel Medical Corp., 3M Healthcare,
STERIS Corporation, Belimed AG, Kimberly Clark Corporation, CISA
Group, Nordion, Inc., SAKURA SI CO., LTD. Synergy Health plc and
others.
Enquiry
Before Buying :-
http://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/sample/sample.php?flag=B&rep_id=3997
No comments:
Post a Comment