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Load allocation, data capture and archiving
Protocol recording with the NetBox:
safe and easy to use
The NetBox is a complete documentation
system that includes pre-configured
software. The system is connected to the
washer-disinfector via an interface and
collects all relevant data from the selected
cleaning and disinfection programme.
In normal use, the documentation is carried
out automatically, with no input from the
user. This ensures maximum operating
safety as the NetBox is comprehensively
protected against operator error.
The process data remain initially in the
memory which can hold data for up to
1000 loads. The data can subsequently
be archived on a network or data carrier.
Networked machines can be operated and
controlled via a PC. There is an optional
flat screen for the new documentation
system on which temperature/time curves
and the wash protocol can be visualised.
There is also an optional barcode scanner
or RFID scanner for fast, reliable load iden-
tification. In addition, the user can pass or
fail the load at the end of the process.
At the start of data capture all the process
data for each washer-disinfector are
recorded and given a batch number.
Depending on machine, the report can
include the following parameters:
• Batch number, date and
machine number
• Programme name
• Time of programme start and end and
the timings of the individual wash blocks
• Dispenser pump (nr.), concentration,
temperature and time
• Temperature to be reached
• Assessment of disinfection temperature
and duration
• Problems (eg. water inlet)
• Interruptions to programme
(eg. stop, power failure)
For washer-disinfectors with Profitronic
controls, the current temperature/time profile
is recorded in the protocol at pre-set intervals
(eg. every 5 secs).
Protocol management
At the end of the load, the protocol is
automatically saved in the protocol memory
from where the data can be checked at
any time, eg. for load number, machine
number, user etc. The sets of data are
protected and cannot be altered. Each
person who has access to the process
documentation programme is stored as an
authorised user, with a password if required.
An access key determines what level of
access each user is permitted within the
system.
Analysis
The NetBox can provide a statistical analy-
sis of every programme sequence for each
machine. Additional programmes are avail-
able for further analysis of the stored data.
An important advantage of the NetBox, in
comparison with a PC system, is the excel-
lent level of operating safety it offers. It is
also very easy to install and use, requires a
minimum of space, has no ventilation fan
and has very low operating costs.
The process documentation system is
also, of course, available as a purely
software solution for installation on
a Windows PC.
Clip with barcode on the inserts Scanning in the barcode Scanning in of personal barcode after load release