PVC film has been a cornerstone in the healthcare industry for over 50 years, playing a pivotal role in ensuring safety, hygiene, and efficiency in medical settings worldwide. Known as one of the most reliable, durable, and versatile materials, PVC has been used in hospitals, emergency rooms, clinics, and other medical facilities globally for decades. Its unparalleled performance has contributed to countless lives being saved and to keeping healthcare professionals safe.
The introduction of PVC revolutionized how hospitals and medical facilities administer patient care. For example, blood can be preserved for up to 42 days when stored in a PVC bag, significantly extending its shelf life. Medicines sealed in PVC packaging also benefit from longer shelf lives due to the material's airtight properties. Furthermore, PVC has replaced breakable containers, such as glass, for the storage of blood and dialysate fluid, owing to its strong and durable nature. In wound healing therapy, pressure injury prevention, body warming/temperature control, and surgical fluid collection, PVC film’s adaptability allows for the development of advanced medical solutions that improve patient outcomes. These applications demonstrate the versatility of PVC film in addressing a wide range of healthcare needs.
Additionally, PVC flooring, wall coverings, and furniture contribute to preventing the spread of disease and infection due to their excellent surface properties and cleanability. PVC film is used extensively in every medical facility.
Over the past half-century, the PVC industry has dramatically improved the production, usage, and management of the material to ensure it meets the highest safety and environmental standards. Manufacturing processes have been continually modernized to protect workers' health and safety, and emissions have been substantially reduced to safeguard neighboring communities and the environment.
Despite some opposition to PVC, its importance in medical settings remains indisputable. Patients trust the safety and reliability of devices made from PVC, knowing that the material has proven itself effective and safe over 50 years of real-world experience.
Achilles USA is proud to produce PVC film tailored to support the healthcare industry. Our facility offers specialized features such as USP Class VI biocompatibility, ISO 10993 biocompatibility, non-BPA/Bovine, antimicrobial properties, cold crack/impact resistance, and compatibility with ETO, Gamma, and steam sterilization. Additionally, we ensure compliance with REACH, ROHS 3, CPISA, and (EU) 2017/745 (EU MDR) regulations, further enhancing the quality and safety of our products. Our products support a wide range of healthcare applications, including hemo/peritoneal dialysis, enteral feeding, medication delivery, urological collection, pressure injury prevention, wound healing therapy, body warming/temperature control, and surgical fluid collection.
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