VHP^® ARD Biodecontamination System

The standard in low temperature sterilization that you've depended on for over 15 years is now even more powerful. The new VHP^® ARD Biodecontamination System provides high-volume biodecontamination for enclosures up to 10,000 ft³ depending on the application.

The VHP^® ARD Biodecontamination System is designed for use in rooms, laboratories, and other sealed enclosures in research, production and biological safety applications.

• Portable unit configuration can be manuevered among several rooms and piped to each enclosure to be decontaminated.
• B&R PLC directs all biodecontamination functions.

The VHP cycle operates in a closed-loop configuration where the enclosure is subjected to four phases:

• Dehumidification - Reduction of relative humidity
• Condition - Rapid increase to desired hydrogen peroxide vapor concentration
• Biodecontamination* - Maintenance of desired hydrogen peroxide vapor concentration
• Aeration - Rapid reduction of hydrogen peroxide vapor

Cycle times vary with initial temperature and humidity; enclosure type, size and configuration; and load.The process is fully automated. All cycle parameters are monitored and recorded for process validation.Products Available for Equipment Operation/Validation

• Vaprox^® 35% Hydrogen Peroxide Sterilant
• Formulated to provide optimum equipment performance
• Cartridge is specially designed for fast, easy installation
• VHP Chemical Indicators retain color change for proof of exposure
• Spordex^® VHP Biological Indicators ensure reliable process validation

VHP Training, Technical Support and Service

• Full operator training is provided either on-site or at a STERIS training facility.
• Application Engineers are available to assist with custom cycle development and validation.
• Field Service Engineers are available to assist with IQ/OQ, calibration, start-up, and preventative maintenance.

*When using VHP equipment with Vaprox Hydrogen Peroxide Sterilant in the United States, the term biodecontamination referred to in this document is defined as sterilization of exposed porous and non-porous surfaces in a pre-cleaned, dry, sealed enclosure. Any reference to biodecontamination as it relates to the use of this equipment in the United States does not impart additional claims of effectiveness beyond that approved in the EPA-registered labeling of Vaprox Hydrogen Peroxide Sterilant.