Automated washing machine setup optimization - 2024
ABOUT IT
The project consisted of reviewing the washing flow for reusable laboratory material utilized in the sample processing routines of the Parasitology sector, automating the process.
The washing stage took place manually with soap, sodium hypochlorite, ordinary water and deionized water. Around 57,000 liters of water were used annually in this process, which also required around 144 man-hours.
Results and Objectives
After validating the new working model, with the use of an automatic washing machine, it was hoped to reduce water consumption and reduce the ergonomic impacts associated with manual activity. The process of pressurizing and reusing water in the configuration of the washing cycle has made it possible to 36% reduction in water consumption in relation to the previous process. There was also a significant reduction in the use of manual labor, with a reduction of 86% in the man hours associated with this activity, bringing ergonomic gains to employees.
SDGs
12. Responsible consumption and production , 6. Clean water and sanitation
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