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Lab testing of SATO DT Wristbands Indicate
Positive Results

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• SATO direct thermal wristbands are an
  anti-microbial wristband based on ISO standards
  and are perfect for printing barcodes. They also
  feature an option of either adhesive or clip
  closure and are soft on the skin, also promoting
  aeration.
• During November 2016 and March 2017,
  SATO conducted a number of lab tests around the
  globe. The publishing of a white paper then
  outlined the results. Including print durability,
  resistance, data conservation and skin irritation
  across three different wristband versions.

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• SATO DT wristbands have many
  certifications such as being antimicrobial as
  well as free of substances such as latex, iron,
  iron oxide and phthalates as such, the testing
  of these wristbands only confirms these
  certifications even further.

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How did testing of SATO DT wristbands occur?
Results Ultimate strength and durability

• SATO DT wristbands were printed with a
  barcode using a SATO CT4I printer. This was
  printed at 204 DPI, along with optimum speed and
  darkness settings. Based on the ability of the
  band to be scanned, a pass or fail was then
  allocated.

• Band durability was tested using soap,
  hand sanitizer and alcohol. And for abrasion and
  betadine durability, warm water and finally
  tensile strength. Impressively, each band type
  passed the test successfully.

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Results Great resistance and conservation of data

• Over 2 weeks, 10 volunteers carried out
  their regular activities whilst wearing the
  wristbands. A grading system was then used to
  work out resistance. Anything below grade-c was
  not passable. Because data remained legible, each
  band was issued with a grade c. In summary, 9 out
  of 10 bands retained their data after 2 weeks.

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Results Minimal Patient Skin Irritation
The results are clear SATO DT wristbands
are comfortable, resistant durable for patients

• It was found that the wristbands caused
  little to no skin irritation this was confirmed
  by a HET CAM test near the chorioallantoic
  membrane of hens eggs.

• It is essential for patient
  wristbands to be able to withstand the
  potentially harsh conditions of a hospital
  environment. They must be resistant to harsh
  substances used in hospitals and should retain
  data despite repeated exposure to this. They must
  also be durable, with the ability to withstand
  wear and tear. And finally, be comfortable for
  patients to wear. With this in mind, we are proud
  to say that as a result of extensive lab testing
  performed on SATO DT wristbands, they are fully
  resistant to these factors. And as such, we feel
  make a great choice for patient wristbands. To
  learn more, why not look at the DT wristbands
  page on the ASL website where they can also be
  ordered online.

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• Evans BIC, Durham Way South, Newton Aycliffe
• County Durham, DL5 6XP, UK
• Phone [phone]
• Email sales_at_asl-uk.co.uk

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