Autoclave repair depot

Here I sit in the new Autoclave repair depot at Booth Medical Equipment. The effort took most of December and January to complete, but we are now the proud owners of a state of the art Autoclave Sterilizer Repair Depot, equipped with Factory Calibration Equipment, backed by a robust parts inventory, and factory trained technical staff. We exclusively repair Midmark/Ritter and Tuttnauer autoclaves so we stay focused on the quality of your product. Our goal is providing the best remanufactured models on the market today.

We refurbished hundreds of autoclave sterilizers in the old facility; the new one will allow us the ability to refurbish more machines in less time, and add a fast turn-around repair function for those customers that require it.

One way that we save time is by having the defective unit shipped to our facility. The cost of shipping is comparable, and sometimes much less than having a technician travel to your office (at $100 an hour or more). No box to ship? We can supply it.

We get the unit, immediately test it to determine the problem, and provide an estimate for the repair, plus another estimate for any recommendations we might have. No work is done until you approve it, and we never go higher than our estimates for a problem. We make the repair, calibrate it to factory specks, and ship it home for many years of service.

Multi-tasking at Booth Medical - Angi Reed

When I first began working at Booth Medical I didn’t know anything about how a small business such as this operated. As a mother of two small children, all I had really ever done before was work in a childcare facility. I rose in the ranks there to become Assistant Director, but Booth Medical was growing and needed my help. Being a quick and eager learner, I jumped right in. Needless to say, I had to learn to be quite the multi-tasker. In the beginning, I found myself cleaning toilets one minute or discussing the ins and outs of an autoclave with a doctor over the phone the next. Being only us, we do it all!! Cleaning, selling, shipping, receiving, accounting…and the list goes on and on. Not to mention when I first began Booth Medical had always been a pre-owned equipment dealer with little new sales on the side, but we were venturing off to the world wide web and starting a web page, which the first one my mother built herself. This changed the entire focus of our business away from pre-owned and into new!! Google became our salesman then! Needless to say, we have evolved even since then and now have a good mix of new and pre-owned sales (most of which is autoclave/sterilizers). We even have a maid! Because of the growth we have had, my responsibilities have changed too. I still do some of the mundane tasks, but I also cut deals with National Sales Reps and move around millions of dollars. I feel like I now have the skills to walk into any business and be able to run it. I have learned so much here and would not trade this experience of working in the family business for anything!

New Autoclave Laws

Interesting Discussion from up North…..

One aspect of being a support person that I always found appealing is talking to different folks from around the United States and Canada. You learn a bit if you take an extra minute to exchange pleasantries.

One topic that comes up often is the “new” autoclave-sterilizer technology of pre and post vacuum units that are being introduced into the table-top sterilizer market. One of the models introduced into the United States this year is the Tuttnauer Elara series, I think it has been available in the US market since March or so.

Most people think “another new technology” and then go on about their day. But our friends up north are seeing new laws passed that REQUIRE this new technology in order to pass the more stringent Helix testing method, which might (or might not) replace the Bowie and Dick test in use in the United States today.

It seems my Canadian friend feels the Canadian Government wants to legislate a change to the testing method, but (que the sinister music) the Canadian Medical lobby is putting up a battle. (The new vacuum units carry a significant cost increase).

My Canuck friend is in the Tattoo industry, (read small to no political clout), and tells me his government (more sinister music) is targeting the Tattoo industry in order to get a “toe-hold” on new legislation. Can you imagine.. The Canadian tattoo industry having tougher sterilization requirements than the Canadian medical Industry? How long would that last?

Now, European Sterilization testing is more stringent than the US standards.. how long before we decide we need to be on par with Europe, and our neighbors to the North?

Just some thoughts..just my opinion..just something I heard..

Mason Barry - Lead Graphics Artist

My name is Mason Barry, and im a graphic designer. I do freelance design and work at Booth Medical. My job is to design website banners, eBay adds, and various other things related to our company. I also work with video production for our youtube videos. I started designing when I was just a little kid. My mom had a gateway win 98 computer, and I was on MS paint a lot. eventually I got good enough to do shading, depth, gradients, etc in just the small program it is! Now I work in more advanced software like Photoshop, Flash, Illustrator etc.. Ive always loved design and love working here at Booth Medical. Everyone here is friendly, and I love working with all of them. we are all like a big family!

visit my website here http://masonicdesign.tripod.com/

Why I Like Tuttnauer Autoclaves - By Stuart Booth

I’m here today to talk about why I like Tuttnauer autoclaves. First of all I like the way the door opens –the handle rotates counter clockwise-swings to the left & the door opens to the right to easily access the chamber. The units come with 3 or 4 trays & these trays are all the same size-large. Water for the reservoir pours in at the top which makes it especially handy because you can add water even during a cycle with out having to open the door. Each unit comes with a tray holder so you don’t burn your hands getting hot trays out. Tuttnauer uses a closed door drying system that doesn’t let steam escape out into the room. This is nice because it keeps moisture in the room to a minimum during the complete cycle.

When it comes to the monthly cleaning it’s a breeze with these units as the trays & tray holder easily comes out of the chamber so you can clean & wipe the entire thing. The water sensor is located at the back of the chamber & can also be wiped clean in seconds.
Tuttnauer’s Chamber Brite autoclave cleaner is easy to use. It is a small packet of powder that you pour into the bottom of the chamber, run a short cycle & drain. No messy liquids that you have to measure. Also both valves (safety & jet) that need to be exercised are no problem to access from the hole in the top of the reservoir. There is also a water outlet strainer on the back of the unit that screws out & cleans in minutes This is another way Tuttnauer insures that no trash enters the system. Changing out the door gasket can be done by anyone in minutes & there is only one to deal with.

These autoclaves come in both manual & automatic, & 220 volt models for faster sterilization. Altogether there are 10 models to choose from. Also Tuttnauer has the largest table top sterilizer made at this time with a 15” X 27” chamber for doing large packs & instruments. Printers are available for all of the automatic units. The nice thing about that is if you don’t buy one with the unit at the time of purchase, it can be added later for only the cost of the printer. The interface is already there & no upgrade charge on the controller board. These are just a few reasons we like Tuttnauer autoclaves & sell them through our company. If you would like to know more you can go to our website at www.boothmed.com.

Stuart Booth

Booth Medical Equipment

Booth Medical Equipment and DOTmed Have International Connections

Michelle Booth specializes in autoclaves

Michelle Booth is president of Booth Medical Equipment. She is a bright, articulate woman who is proud of her company, which specializes in medical equipment distribution to physicians' offices and other facilities. "Our company has provided equipment for physicians, hospitals, nursing homes, home health services, EMS, industrial services, veterinarians and other related markets," says Booth. "No one has better prices, and no one has a better warranty."

Booth Medical Equipment has a DOTmed Online Store that features over 90 quality items including Tuttnauer autoclaves, Ritter Ultraclaves and Pelton Crane Autoclaves, Conmed Hyfrecator 2000, Burdick Atria 3000 EKG machines, Welch Allyn and Criticare vital signs monitors, Ritter exam tables and many other new and pre-owned medical equipment. There is also a huge product line of new and pre-owned medical equipment not yet offered in the store.

Michelle was really amazed at how her business has grown on an International level because of the exposure gained on DOTmed. "We have been DOTmed users since 2001, and our international clients and contacts have dramatically increased because of DOTmed," she said. "I receive many calls, both International and within the U.S., regarding the items listed in our online store."

One of Booth Medical Equipment's specialty items is the autoclave, a table-top device that sterilizes with controlled pressure automatically. It is designed to meet the needs of effective and safe sterilization in all kinds of medical and dental clinics, surgery centers, first aid rooms, veterinarian offices, small laboratories, tattoo parlors, permanent cosmetics and nail salons. Michelle and her company have had many years experience with autoclaves and can answer most of your questions. Please feel free to contact them.

Serving the medical equipment community since 1986, Booth Medical Equipment has earned an enviable reputation for honesty and reliability and are a premier provider of used and refurbished medical equipment, supplies and instruments.

July 10, 2007

by Joan Trombetti, Writer

Work Hard, Play Hard - by Angi Reed

Booth Medical Equipment is a member of one of largest medical buying groups in the country, IMCO (Independent Medical Co-Op) . As members of IMCO, we have access to literally thousands of medical products. Although you will not find all of these on our website, they are available. If there is something you need, we can probably get it!! From equipment to disposables to parts to accessories…you name it, we have it!

IMCO holds a national convention every year in Florida and let me tell you, it is a first rate show! They really go all out to bring vendors and dealers together. From the moment you arrive, you are swept up in the excitement of meeting new people, having the chance to network and having lots of fun! Work hard, play hard!

I just recently returned from this years IMCO convention and I thought I would share my experience. After registration and getting settled in my room, I attended the welcome reception. The food and drinks flowed and it was a great time and already I’ve made new contacts. The next morning you’re up bright and early to have breakfast and watch the keynote speaker, which is always a treat! Next is sales training classes which only strengthens and reinforces already strong sales teams! The biggest treat this year was the IMCO Winners Circle Banquet. Since we were in Orlando this year, we got to go over to Universal Studios! After the awards ceremony, we were exited to find they had actually closed off part of Universal just for us! It was a true street party with food and drinks at every turn. We even got exclusive use of the roller coasters (which is my favorite).

I will never forget this year and all the new friends and business contacts I made. I look forward to next year and can’t wait to see what’s in store for us!