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Containment 101: How The Starc System Compares To Other Temporary Containment Methods

11/3/2021

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Renovation and construction projects often start with using a temporary containment system to separate sensitive, occupied areas from the work site.

The ideal temporary containment system is easy to install and dismantle. Equally important for healthcare projects, the temporary walls, doors and accessories selected must inspire confidence among infection preventionists, facilities staff and general contractors that the system will eliminate the introduction of dust and pathogens to surrounding areas, so routine operations may continue without disruption. For healthcare and life science/biotech facilities, exceeding ICRA Class IV requirements is of critical importance.
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There are many options for temporary containment. Below, you’ll see why RealWall™, LiteBarrier™ and FireblockWall™ are the most innovative temporary containment systems that outperform all other options available.

Modular Containment

  • Reusable modular temporary containment has been one of the market’s fastest growing segments. Modular systems are preferred because they are reusable and provide ongoing cost savings. There are three categories of modular systems: lightweight, sound attenuating, and reusable one-hour fire-rated.
  • Containment systems in the lightweight category are typically made of polycarbonate, which lacks durability, doesn’t blend into existing environments, and can be difficult to install. The exception is our LiteBarrier system, which features a slimmer-but-durable aluminum frame and fiberglass reinforced polymer panels. LiteBarrier was developed to be the most durable solution in the lightweight containment category.
  • In the sound-attenuating category, there is only one option: RealWall. Named for its real wall appearance and construction, RealWall reduces renovation noise by up to 50%, exceeds ICRA Class IV requirements, and delivers unmatched durability and superior stability – all backed by a 3-year warranty. RealWall is widely considered the premier temporary containment solution.
  • Both the RealWall and LiteBarrier modular containment systems deliver far more than just panels. They are great looking, extremely durable and a completely integrated systems that exceed ICRA Class IV and ASTM E-84 requirements. These modular wall systems can be installed, moved and reconfigured over and over again. Because both systems are so durable, they can be reused hundreds of times over many years, which means they are more environmentally friendly than drywall containment that requires disposal after each use. 
  • In the reusable one-hour fire-rated category, again, there is only one option: FireblockWall. A first of its kind, FireblockWall is a reusable, one-hour fire-rated containment solution that installs four times faster than drywall. FireblockWall exceeds ICRA Class IV, ASTM E119 and ASTM E84 requirements. As the only reusable, modular wall solution that is one-hour fire-rated, FireblockWall can save you time and money while ensuring your projects are safe and sustainable.
  • Known and trusted by leading companies in all 50 states, STARC Systems provides great-looking, reusable temporary containment systems that feature innovative design, superior engineering and best-in-class customer service. RealWall, LiteBarrier and FireblockWall are being used in a variety of verticals, including healthcare, commercial offices, airports, higher education, life sciences/biotech, and data centers. Typically, our systems pay for themselves after just 3-5 uses, virtually eliminating future containment costs.
Drywall PARTITIONS
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For years, drywall barriers have been the traditional option for contractors and facilities needing temporary containment. Typically, these walls are constructed out of metal studs and sheetrock. They take hours (sometimes days) to build, and they are extremely disruptive to the occupied areas.
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Quite often, a barrier of poly sheeting must be installed to contain the dust and debris generated during the construction of drywall partitions. After each use, these partitions have to be broken down and thrown away, which requires a new structure be installed for each phase of work. That means rising costs, due to excessive labor hours, materials, and the disposal fees that accompany drywall solutions. These barriers cannot be reused for other jobs, which adds a tremendous amount of waste to our landfills.
Polycarbonate Plastic Systems
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Polycarbonate partitions are sometimes used as a dust barrier in infection control containment solutions. Typically, these systems are not very durable. The frames can warp and crack over time, compromising ICRA requirements. Additionally, polycarbonate panels can easily be bumped out of the frames, and the cam attachment system is easily jostled loose over time, further impacting ICRA effectiveness.
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While polycarbonate panel systems are cleanable and reusable, they are not very durable or stable options. Most do not seamlessly integrate into a facility’s overall aesthetic, nor do they reduce renovation noise.

Plastic Sheeting Partitions
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Plastic sheeting containment is commonly constructed using metal studs and PVC piping (or telescopic poles) as a barrier frame, which is then covered or wrapped with thick, plastic sheeting. It’s a process that requires the measuring and cutting of plastic sheeting to fit the area that needs to be contained.
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Similar to tarp, plastic sheeting is easily damaged and must be repeatedly inspected for rips and tears. The sheeting is not easy to clean, it doesn’t provide sound reduction, and it cannot meet ICRA Class IV requirements, which is necessary for healthcare applications. And because plastic sheeting doesn’t hide the renovation work, it looks sloppy. Upon completion of the project, plastic sheeting must be disposed of. In addition, the structure must be dismantled and then rebuilt with new sheeting for the next phase of work.
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Source: ​https://starcsystems.com/resources/containment-101/
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HIGHER STANDARD OF HEALTHCARE DISINFECTION

10/19/2021

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MAINTAIN A HIGH STANDARD OF HEALTHCARE DISINFECTION

We understand that preventative measures are just as critical as immediate care in the healthcare industry, and ensuring a healthy environment for staff and patients is of the utmost importance. 

Luckily, routine and one-time SteraMist® disinfection treatments can be easily implemented into new and existing facility cleaning protocols. SteraMist® has superior surface disinfection capabilities, ensuring that every bit of a treated area is covered with a powerful, 6-log level efficacy. 

SteraMist® technology utilizes ionized Hydrogen Peroxide (iHP™), a non-caustic, chlorine and bleach-free fog to help create a clean environment, ensuring that patients and staff are provided peace-of-mind with minimum room downtime. 
  • The ultimate tool for elimination of bacteria & viruses such as SARS-CoV-2 Coronavirus, Staph, MRSA, Norovirus, H1N1, C. difficile, and salmonella. 
  • An effective broad-spectrum surface disinfectant. 
  • Goes above, beyond, under and around disinfecting sprays and wipes. ​
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STERAMIST®
IS THE SOLUTION

Able to disinfect these use sites and more:​
  • Patient Rooms 
  • Operating Rooms 
  • Cafeterias 
  • Waiting Rooms 
  • Ambulances 
  • ICUs & PICUs 
  • Neonatal Care 
  • Restrooms 
  • Emergency Rooms ​
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Back To Business!

10/19/2021

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​INDUSTRY-LEADING SPEED
Help keep your scheduled reopening on track with the power of SteraMist technology, which is EPA-registered and Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) listed.

EXPANSIVE EPA REGISTRATION
Includes Lists G (Norovirus), H (MRSA), K (C. difficile), L (Ebola), M (Influenza), and List N for Emerging Pathogens, such as the SARS-CoV-2 Coronavirus.

HIGH MATERIAL COMPATIBILITY
Ensure that your facility surfaces remain undamaged after treatment with ionized Hydrogen Peroxide (iHP™). Powered by a sole active ingredient of 7.8% hydrogen peroxide, iHP™ provides a versatile disinfection.
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Treating your facility before opening your doors to the public offers you a wealth of benefits - from providing a high-log kill on many spores and the inactivation of viruses such as SARS-CoV-2 Coronavirus to mitigating the risk of infection and contamination from facility surfaces within only seconds.
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