In the modern food industry and medical engineering fields, hygiene, safety and durability are the core requirements for equipment design. Details can affect the final product quality and personnel safety. As an expert in hardware solutions for medical devices and high-end industrial equipment, Fornd has long been helping medical device Oems overcome various engineering challenges, meeting the challenges customers face in product development and application, and contributing to the improvement of safety standards and operational efficiency in the industry.
Why Hygienic Locking Systems Are Critical?
In the food industry and medical engineering, it is obvious that the cleanliness of equipment will directly affect the quality and safety of products.
One point to note is that if ordinary hardware is used, it is very easy for dirt to accumulate and bacteria to breed. What's more, equipment malfunctions are caused by corrosion or vibration. But it can be assured that Fornd's sanitary-grade latch system is specifically designed for environments with high hygiene standards. It has the following prominent core advantages:
• Dirt-resistant and easy to clean: The surface design is smooth without dead corners, which can prevent bacterial residue. Meet the requirements of hygiene certification.
• Anti-vibration and noise reduction: The use of a special structural design is conducive to reducing the vibration and noise during the operation of the equipment, and to a certain extent, improves its stability.
• Corrosion resistance: Made of stainless steel or with a special coating. Therefore, it can withstand disinfectants and clean environments with high temperatures and pressures.
• Waterproof and dustproof (IP66 standard) : It prevents dust and water from entering and is extremely suitable for damp or high-cleanliness environments.
Typical Applications of Hygienic Locking Systems
Professional anti-pollution handle for biological laboratories
• Core function: Block the transmission path of microorganisms and ensure a sterile environment
• Key Features: Seamless smooth surface (Ra≤0.8μm) to prevent bacterial growth, resistant to strong acid and alkali disinfectants (such as hydrogen peroxide, sodium hypochlorite), meets GMP A-level cleanliness standards
• Industry value: Reduces the risk of sample contamination by over 30%, suitable for PCR laboratories, cell culture rooms and other scenarios
In the laboratory, every detail may affect the accuracy of the experiment. The specific application scenarios of the anti-pollution handle enable laboratory personnel to open and close equipment, cabinets or doors without directly touching the surface, greatly reducing possible pollution sources. Its specially designed locking system ensures the airtightness of the laboratory and further guarantees the sterility of the internal environment.
In addition, cleaning and disinfection are also very convenient. It can withstand the treatment of various disinfectants without worrying about the corrosion of the material, ensuring its long-term effectiveness. Such a design will enhance work efficiency in the daily maintenance of the laboratory.
Ergonomic handles for medical dental equipment
• Core function: Enhance the comfort and accuracy during long-term operation
• Key features: 15° tilt Angle design for natural grip, medical-grade silicone coating (hardness 50±5 Shore A), integrated haptic feedback module
• Industry value: Ergonomic. After continuous use for 2 hours, hand fatigue is reduced by 45%, and operational errors in implant surgery are decreased by 18%
In the field of design, ergonomics is a scientific concept. In the design of handles for medical dental equipment, the application of ergonomics is mainly reflected in the following aspects:
Shape design. High-quality handles are usually arc-shaped, conforming to the natural holding posture of the human hand, allowing doctors to maintain a comfortable grip during long operations and reducing hand fatigue. At the same time, the size and width of the handle should also be moderate, providing sufficient grip area without being too large to cause operational inconvenience.
Material selection. Considering the particularity of the medical environment, the handles are usually made of anti-slip and antibacterial materials to ensure a stable grip even when the hands are wet or sweaty, while preventing the growth of bacteria and ensuring medical safety.
Weight and balance design. The design of handles for excellent medical dental equipment takes into account the overall weight distribution of the device, maintaining a good balance during operation, reducing the burden on doctors, and improving the accuracy of surgeries.
Consider the visual experience of the operator. The color and texture design of the handle should be in harmony with the overall style of the device, while providing good visual feedback to help doctors accurately determine the position and status of the device.
Special handle for medical disinfection equipment
• Core function: Resistant to extreme disinfection environments
• Key Features: 316L stainless steel base material + nano-ceramic coating, resistance to 135 ° C high-temperature and high-pressure sterilization, IP69K protection rating
• Industry value: The service life is extended to 5 to 8 times that of ordinary handles
The surface of the handles of high-quality medical disinfection equipment is usually made of anti-static and anti-corrosion materials, which can effectively resist the erosion of various chemical substances and ensure the durability of the handles. More importantly, all these handles have highly efficient disinfection performance. Their surfaces have undergone special treatment, making them easy to clean and disinfect, less prone to bacterial growth, and capable of resisting most pathogens such as viruses and bacteria, significantly reducing the risk of pathogen transmission. Such a design is undoubtedly of vital importance for a high-risk environment like a hospital.
Special hinges for moisture-proof medicine cabinets
• Core function: Dynamic humidity barrier protection
• Key features: Double-sealed structure (silicone + fluororubber), self-lubricating bearing (maintenance-free period ≥5 years), humidity-sensitive color change warning function
• Industry value: The qualified rate of humidity for drug storage has been raised to 99.97%
High-quality hinges specifically designed for medicine cabinets play a crucial role in the moisture-proof design of medicine storage, directly affecting the quality and efficacy of the medicines.
High-quality hinges, in terms of material, generally use stainless steel with excellent corrosion resistance and moisture-proof performance. They can maintain good stability in a humid environment, prevent rust, and ensure the service life of the medicine cabinet. In addition, the fine surface treatment, such as electroplating or baking varnish, not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also forms a protective barrier, effectively preventing moisture erosion.
The design of special hinges for medicine cabinets needs to take into account the particularity of medicine cabinets. For instance, some designs feature damping functions that can slowly close the cabinet doors, reducing the entry of moisture caused by sudden closures. In addition, some advanced hinges also have an adjustable function, which can adjust the opening and closing Angle of the cabinet door according to the usage of the medicine cabinet and the environmental humidity to prevent moisture from entering.
The durability of high-quality hinges is also not to be ignored. The medicine cabinet is frequently opened and closed, and the hinges need to bear heavy loads. High-quality hinges can ensure that they maintain good mechanical properties even after long-term use, do not loosen or fall off, and provide long-lasting moisture-proof protection for the medicine.
Application comparison table
Application Scenario | Core Indicator | Material & Process | Certification Standard |
Bio-lab Door Handle | Bacterial adhesion ≤ 0.01 % | Medical-grade PEEK composite | ISO 14644-1 Class 5 |
Dental Device Handle | Grip-force reduction 35 % | Antimicrobial silicone + aerospace aluminum | EN 60601-1 |
Sterilizer Handle | Chemical resistance ≥ 5 000 cycles | 316L stainless steel + nano coating | ISO 15883 |
Pharmacy Cabinet Hinge | Moisture permeation < 0.1 g/m²·h | Bimetal moisture-proof structure | USP <797> |
Fornd Sanitary District special locks and latches
The locks and door valves specifically designed for sanitary areas provided by Fornd meet the requirements of high cleanliness and sterility. It supports 90° rotation for quick locking, is IP66 waterproof and resistant to bacterial growth. In addition, it complies with seven certification standards such as DIN EN 1672-2 (Food Safety Machinery Standard) and DIN EN 14159 (Mechanical Safety and Hygiene Requirements).
Ultimately, Fornd sanitary locks are specially certified tongue locks that meet the most stringent cleaning requirements and are made of materials that can withstand harsh cleaning. It is suitable for all places that require cleaning, especially for the pharmaceutical and food industries, as well as sensitive environments with extremely high requirements for cleanliness and sterility in the food and medical industries.
Finally, Fornd supports non-standard customization. If the existing options do not meet your requirements, you can contact the manufacturer for further adaptation.
About Fornd
The application fields of the solutions provided by Fornd are far beyond this.
As a long-term partner of medical equipment Oems, Fornd not only provides standardized hardware but also customizes solutions based on different customer needs, helping you achieve the following goals
• Shorten the product development cycle: Mature sanitary locking systems can be directly adapted, reducing design verification time.
• Enhance equipment durability: Anti-corrosion and anti-vibration design reduces maintenance costs and extends equipment lifespan.
• Meet industry certifications: Comply with medical device standards such as FDA and ISO 13485, as well as HACCP requirements in the food industry.
For more information about Fornd sanitary locking systems, anti-pollution handles or professional hinges, please feel free to contact our technical advisory team to obtain customized solutions and real-time quotation services.
