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Guide to Oil-free Air Compressors for Dentists

Guide to Oil-Free Air Compressors for Dentists

The use of dental air compressors is strictly regulated because they must be exceptionally hygienic, so as not to cause infections or other problems for dentists’ patients. None of the materials used in the machinery, such as oil, must be allowed to seep into the air flow or they would lead to illness, and the dentist could be subject to legal action. That’s why there are standards of operation and regulations concerning dental air compressor use, and failure to abide by them could land a dental practice in trouble.

 

Boost Hygiene with Oil-Free Air Compressors

To ensure hygiene levels are maintained in the dental surgery, it’s essential to have an air compressor that doesn’t use oil, and there are many available. A potential difficulty with oil compressors is that if proper filtering is not used and oil can get into the air supply and be unknowingly ingested by the patient. That would represent a disaster for the dental practice as the patient would become ill and if word got out, people might go elsewhere for their dental treatment.

Also, dentists want their air compressors to run as quietly as possible, and with oil-free dental compressors you’d barely even notice them.

 

Choosing the Right Oil-Free Air Compressor

Junair Quiet Oil-Free Medical & Dental Air Compressors

Junair Quiet Oil-Free Medical & Dental Air Compressors

Another potential hazard with air compressors is that due to the relatively high humidity of the air, they can be a breeding ground for bacteria. To eliminate the threat, the compressor must have a dryer and an air filtration system that can remove the moisture and leave the air clean.

Dental air must be of a very high standard before it can be used, and prohibiting the growth of bacteria is essential to ensuring that it’s of the highest quality possible. Regular maintenance of the compressor is also essential, including replacement of the filter and cleaning of the dryer to remove the build up of any harmful elements. The compressor must be in top condition at all times to ensure no harm comes to patients.

Keeping Noise to a Minimum

Due to the benefits of oil-free compressors, today they should be the choice of all dentists, as well as others working in the medical field. They’re audibly non-intrusive and there’s no risk of oil causing any problems. Compressors in a dental surgery should be seen and not heard hence why you’ll hear the drill but the compressor powering it will be comparatively silent.

 

Buying Second Hand Equipment Can Cost You a Fortune

However, if you’re thinking about buying a used compressor for your dental practice and you find that it uses oil, it should be replaced to make sure it won’t fall foul of the regulations and standards concerning medical and dental air quality. Saving a few quid by buying second hand could cost you a lot, and put your practice at risk if something goes wrong.

 

Pricing and Sizing Are Important

Obviously, when considering the purchase of an air compressor, budget is an issue, as well as the size of them machine itself: will it fit into the surgery without causing problems? A good rule of thumb is to first determine where in the surgery the compressor will be placed, and then measure the space and compare that to the compressors you’re looking at to see what fits best, because compressors come in all sorts of sizes.  We can offer advice on compressor sizing depending on the size of the practice in which it is to be used.

When weighing up the prices of air compressors, decide what you want to use it for and then choose. There’s little point in going for a pricey model that has all sorts of features that won’t be any use to you when a simpler and cheaper compressor will do the job just as well.

 

For Medical, Laboratory & Food Industry Standards

In addition to their use in the medical sector, air compressors are also employed in food processing, where it keeps food safe and helps to meet health and safety regulations. They’re also used in the electronics industry, to keep dust and other particles, as well as moisture, away from sensitive circuit boards.

 

Bambi HT Oil-Free Air Compressors

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Bambi HT3 Oil Free Compressor

Laboratory Precision Ltd has a range of clean-air compressors that run efficiently and quietly and fit all requirements. Bambi HT oil-free medical and dental air compressors are low-maintenance and extremely quiet. They are the perfect choice for dental surgeries and right across the healthcare sector as well as being fully compliant with regulations and standard. In fact: exceeding them in their operation.

 Jun-Air Oil-Free Air Compressors

Jun Air 2000 40bd2 oil free dental air compressor

Jun Air 2000 40bd2 oil free dental air compressor

Another leading choice are Jun-Air oil-free medical and dental air compressors. Since 1958, these compressors have been sold all around the world, in industries including dental, medical, beverage and laboratory. Today, the company continues to refine their compressors to make them even more reliable and top-quality. With ‘quiet run’ or silent running options and  a reputation for reliability these make excellent choices for dental surgeries and food or medical sectors, alike.

Ekom Oil-Free Air Compressors

Ekom tower oil free air compressor system

Ekom tower oil free air compressor system

Ekom oil-free medical and dental air compressors are another good choice from Laboratory Precision Ltd. Ekom specialise in compressors for the dental industry, whether for small practices or large hospital operations. These high-standard compressors are the ideal fit for dental chairs. Their range caters from one dental unit up to several units including the pictured tower system which can be customized to suit you requirements with four, six, nine, twelve or fifteen oil-free piston compressor pumps & with adsorption air dryer system.

Contact Us if you Require Help

If you’d like more information about what kind of compressor is best suited to your needs, call us today on +44 1327 877774 or email <email>.

UK Made Lab Equipment: A Guide to Laboratory Precision Products

UK Made Lab Equipment: A Guide to Laboratory Precision Products

As a market leader in the manufacture and provision of top quality laboratory equipment, with over twenty five years experience, Laboratory Precision Ltd are extremely well placed to offer an extensive range of laboratory precision products. Based in the UK and with a wealth of expertise, we specialise in the design and manufacture of quality vial crimpers and decappers for crimping and decapping aluminium caps on crimp-top vials and bottles.

Laboratory Precision is a UK based company, supplying both within the United Kingdom and internationally. We are established as being a reliable and trustworthy source of laboratory products and we are able to manufacture these products to the highest possible standards: flying the flag for UK manufactured products.

Our customer base covers the fields of veterinary and human medicine, schools and laboratories. The ready availability and reliability of our products for use in sterile enviroments, is of prime importance to our customers. As we are also able to offer a bespoke design service tailored to each clients individual needs, with a  manufacturing base that is nimble and responsive to customer requirements.

We are proud to offer the following high quality products:

Vial Crimpers and Vial Decappers

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Cappress Senior Cap Crimper

We specialise in the manufacture of high quality tools for crimping and decapping aluminium vial seals onto glass vials and bottles. These are available as Hand Vial Crimpers and Decappers for crimping in low volumes, Bench-mounted vial crimpers for crimping in the medium volume range, and Pneumatic Crimpers and Decappers for larger volume applications.

Perfume Atomizer Spray Pump Crimpers

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Cosmetic Atomiser Spray Hand – Pump Crimper

We offer crimping tools for aluminium crimp-on atomiser spray vial caps for the perfume and beauty industry in two standard sizes of 15mm and 20mm crimp collets, other sizes are available on request.
Depending upon the quantity ordered we offer the Cosmetic Atomiser Spray Pump Crimper for small volumes, the Manual Bench-Mounted Cosmetic Spray Pump Crimper for mid range volumes and the Pneumatic Bench Mounted Perfume Spray Pump Crimper for high volume production.

Laboratory Glass Vial and Bottle Range

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Diagnostic Vials in Clear Glass & Amber Glass

We have a wide range of high quality precision-made glass vials and bottles ranging from Borosilicate Glass vials and bottles for the least reactive type of glass available, to de-alkalised Soda Lime Glass to use with products below a pH level 7. We also offer Soda-Lime Glass used for storing dry powder and liquids which are insensitive to alkali, and a general purpose Soda-Lime Glass which is suited for non-parenteral products (to be consumed orally or by inhalation)
and is often used for storing medication, usually in tablet form.

Injection Vials

We are able to supply both clear and amber injection vials, made from borosilicate type I glass with a crimp finish which are suitable for lyophilization / freeze-drying and parentarel applications.

Dram Vials / Trident Vials

Manufactured from Type 1 Borosilicate glass, these vials have a very high resistance to strong acids, alkalis and heat, making them perfect for the storage or display of almost any small sample.

Diagnostic Vials

As an alternative to crimp finish bottles, we can offer screw thread diagnostic vials with a stopper in clear or amber glass.

Pathology Vials

Made from neutral moulded glass these vials are autoclavable and suitable for pharmaceutical use.

Universal and Bijou Vials

Manufactured from Type 111 tubular Soda Glass these Universal vials have screw neck tops with polypropylene or aluminium caps.

Dropper Bottles and Assemblies

Readily available from stock, these vials are made from neutral Type 1B tubular glass and are suitable for a range of diagnostic, pharmaceutical and healthcare applications.

 

Crimp Caps and Vial Seals

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An example of a13mm Flip Off Cap (not embossed)

We offer a vast range of caps and seals including flip-off caps, complete tear-off or centre tear-out caps and seals, flip up or off/tear-off caps and seals and vial stoppers. All of these are available in a comprehensive range of sizes, colours and styles.

Laboratory Balances

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Laboratory Balances from Adam Equipment

Manufactured by Adam Equipment in the UK, this range of digital scales, used in the fields of medicine, education, retail, industry and pharmaceuticals, has a reputation for accuracy, reliability, durability and good value for money. We also supply calibration weights and balance and scale accessories.

 

Oil-Free Air Compressors

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Bambi VT150 Oil-Free Air Compressor

We have a wide range of oil-free air compressors, including Bambi, Jun-Air and Ekom to ensure clean compressed air quality for the medical and dental industry, the electronics industry and the food processing industry. As ever, we are here to advise you on the most suitable product for your needs.

Chromatography Crimpers and Decappers

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Chromatography decappers for sample preparation in 8, 11 and 20mm sizes.

Manufactured in-house by ourselves at Laboratory Precision Limited , our chromatography crimpers and decappers are supplied directly to sterile and hygienic working environments across the world for use in laboratories and hospitals.

Setting the Standard for Laboratory Equipment.

As a UK based company we take pride in our ability to provide a wide range of top quality Laboratory Precision Products within a sterile environment, with trustworthiness, reliability, responsiveness and high standards as our core values. With over 25 years experience in the field and being suppliers to many household names we set the benchmark for equipment that will be used now and for years to come.