Ecolab's popular
Asepti-Solid System now
includes an alkaline
detergent and acid rinse that
deliver superior instrument
cleaning to healthcare
facilities with hard water
issues.
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In its first year as a separate division,
Healthcare sales rose 6%, achieving doubledigit
growth in its core markets.
Delivered significant growth in its central
sterile processing market with the launch of
Asepti-Solid II, which provides excellent
results for surgical instrument cleaning in
hard water and other difficult cleaning
situations.
Introduced a convenient, 1.25-ounce size of
its popular Endure 320 antimicrobial
handwash, providing easy access for
hospital staff in the fight against
nosocomial infections, which are infections
that take place or originate in hospitals.
Significantly increased sales of both liquid
and solid products for the instrument care
segment through aggressive sales efforts
led by Ecolab's strong product
differentiation.
Achieved high sales growth in its waterless
skin care category, fueled by Endure and
Quik-Care product effectiveness, and
recommended hand hygiene guidelines
for hospitals.
Healthcare foresees double-digit growth in
2005 from its core markets as it expands its
product portfolio in its target markets of
infection prevention, operating rooms and
sterile processing. It anticipates additional
customer contract gains, along with continued
growth in its instrument care solids line.
Going forward, the division will promote its
core products, technology and distribution
channels as it simultaneously invests in and
pursues additional headcount, R&D, marketing
and acquisition opportunities.
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