NHS/Care Homes
ThermaSkirt helps Trafford hit 1,000 days without infection
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"We selected DiscreteHeat’s system of heated alloy skirting for clinic rooms when developing the new children’s unit at Trafford General Hospital because we thought it would reduce infection risk.
We are proud of our record on preventing health-care associated infections here in Trafford and are always looking for new products that can further cement it by reducing risk.
The DiscreteHeat system keeps the whole children’s unit at a comfortable temperature and it is easy to keep it clean because, unlike a radiator, there are no nooks and crannies where airborne particles can hide.
The new system is also proving more effi cient and my estate colleagues tell me that it is saving energy and running costs."
Dr. Barzo Faris
Trafford Healthcare NHS Trust
How does ThermaSkirt® directly benefit the Health & Care Services Sector?
ThermaSkirt® replaces the LST radiators and skirting board trim in one. As ThermaSkirt® is a completely sealed radiant unit it does not have any grilles, gaps or exposed pipe work. This means that it does not collect dust and grime that harbour infectious spores and bacteria and can be easily and quickly cleaned when the floors are being cleaned with disinfectant.
As the heating is radiant it does not create convection currents that would otherwise circulate dust and other particles that can aggravate respiratory afflictions and spread hospital acquired infections (HAI).
ThermaSkirt has recently been installed in several NHS hospitals, and many more care and nursing homes, both refurbishment & new-build. ThermaSkirt can be connected onto conventional existing pipeworks, whether overhead or in the wall or floor. Replacing old and inefficient radiators with ThermaSkirt has reduces running costs and increases comfort levels for clients.
Advantages of using ThermaSkirt®
- ThermaSkirt can be cleaned as part of the floor cleaning process - any time of night or day.
- Can be cleaned whether or not heating is on or off – no special handling required.
- No dismantling covers – simple mop down with 1% bleach solution.
- Most wards (20m2) done in under 2 minutes - labour and cost saving.
- No specialist tools or equipment required - no retraining required.
- No bending, stretching or lifting – reduced risk of injury.
- Lower flow temperatures - improved energy efficiency.
- No ligature points, sharp corners or exposed valves and pipes.
ThermaSkirt® has been independently tested by BSRIA to be at least 13% more efficient than a standard radiator system. This is because the heat is distributed around the entire perimeter of the room, and the larger surface area creates an even all round thermal environment. This more efficient heat distribution means that it can be run at lower temperatures, saving fuel costs and overall running cost of the heating system.