For a fresh, clean appearance, improved patient environment and effective infection prevention and control in hospitals, InControl SmartGuard convenient disposable curtains are the solution.
Manufactured from high quality, disposable and completely recyclable 100% polypropylene bacteriostatic fabrics that does not support bacterial growth. These curtains are quick and easy to change, with a low environmental impact.
SmartGuard curtains come with abuilt-in, fast-fitting hook system and if required, adaptable tracking, so these curtains can be hung in any ward.
Infection Control
Curtains are an important element of a hospital's fight against infection. But whilst each patient is given a change of bedding, disinfected mattress and cleaned bedside table, conventional curtains are often not regularly changed, as this is a laborious and costly procedure.
The InControl SmartGuard disposable curtain system has been designed as an effective tool for infection control by making it both economical and easy to change curtains more frequently. The Infection Control department may wish to undertake their own risk assessment before setting a protocol for frequency of curtain change. Each curtain comes in a protective sleeve. It is quickly and hygienically hung onto the track and the sleeve is removed only when the curtain is in position.
But curtains are an important element in a hospital’s fight against infection and the SmartGuard Disposable Curtain System delivers an effective, economical and easy to use way to change curtains more frequently.
- Opaque curtains ensure privacy
- Supplied in a biodegradable plastic sleeve
- Pre-pleated and come with an integral hook, so they can be quickly hung or removed
- Come in a protective sleeve, so do not need to be laid on the floor during hanging
- Water resistant
- Cubicle curtains can be fitted to existing track using an adaptor, or new track can be fitted
- New tracking for window curtains can be fitted with minimum disruption
- InControl SmartGuard disposable curtains comply with the same fire retardancy standards as conventional curtains: BS 5876 Part 2 Type C
Packaging
Each curtain comes in a protective sleeve and as the hooks are prefitted, the curtain does not need to be laid on the floor. It is quickly and hygienically hung on to the track and the sleeve is removed only when the curtain is in position.
The disposable curtains arrive pre-pleated,giving a lasting fresh, clean and modern look to the whole ward. When not in use, the curtains stow neatly and compactly. This gives the patient more light and allows the nursing staff to see the patient more clearly.
SmartGuard disposable curtains have been designed for quick and non disruptive change over. The hooks are held together in blocks of ten and secured witha Quik Release Pin. Once loaded, remove the red Quik Release Pins and the curtainsare ready for use.
Fitting
Fitting of the SmartGuard disposablecurtains has been designed to be quickand efficient. In most cases, existing trackcan be adapted, with the simple additionof the QuikFit’s Track adaptor.
SmartGuard QuikFit Track Adaptor
Existing tracks can be used, by simply converting them with the SmartGuard QuikFit Track Adaptor, available indifferent profiles to match existing tracking systems. The existing gliders are removed and the QuikFit Track Adaptor is inserted into the bottom channel.The curtains fit directly onto the QuikFit Track, held in place by a retaining pin.
Cost effective
The use of SmartGuard disposable curtains provides a modern and cost effective solution to the management of hospital curtains:
Self-auditing
Specially designed labelling on the curtains allows hospitals to self-audit the curtain change policy for each department.
Quick and easy to change
Each curtain can be taken down and refitted in 2 minutes per bed space. Curtains are supplied 5 per box, which is light for staff to pick up and fit. They can be easily stored on the ward so that replacement curtains are available for nursing staff at any time, including nights and weekends.Curtains can be changed from the corridor space rather than the bed head, which is of benefit to staff and patients alike.
Curtain colours
Styles and colours to suit
SmartGuard disposable curtains come in two styles and sizes and a variety of colours.
Sizes:
Standard - 2.0m high x 4.5m long
Standard - 2.0m high x 7.5m long
Mesh - 2.5m high x 7.5m long
Recycle your SmartGuard disposable hospital curtains
SmartGuard curtains are made from100% polypropylene which is fullyrecyclable. InControl also provides acurtain disposal service to make the taskeven easier.
Process Flowcharts
Compare the time and money you can save using SmartGuard disposable curtains. They simplify the process, for the benefit of your staff, your patients and your budget.
| SKU | ICQFSB75/20 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | InControl | ||
| Color | Summer Blue | ||
| Size | 7.5m x 2.0m | ||
| Carton Qty | 5 | ||
| Packet Qty | 1 | ||
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One of the major benefits of SmartGuardDisposable Curtains is their ease ofinstallation. These curtains can be hungin minutes, even to existing track, usingSmartGuard’s QuikFit Track Adaptors.Because they come in protective sleeveswith prefitted hooks, they can be installedquickly and hygienically.
Q: How do disposable curtains compare with the cost of using washable curtains?
A: The use of InControl SmartGuard disposable curtains provide a cost effective solution to the management of hospital curtains:
- No curtain laundry costs
- No capital outlay for curtains
- No disruption to ward area during change of curtains
- Standard range available for next day delivery
Q: Are the curtains fire retardant?
A: InControl SmartGuard follow a rigorous testing regime. Product complies with standard.
Q: How often do the curtains need to be changed?
A: The curtains are durable and we would recommend that each hospital carries out its own assessment to set the frequency at which the curtains should be changed in different areas. This can be easily incorporated into regular auditing processes and can form part of any existing infection control procedures.
Each curtain has a self audit label so that you can easily see when it was last changed.
Q: Does the fabric support bacterial growth?
A. No, Polypropylene naturally inhibits the growth of bacteria.
Q: Are the disposable curtains made from environmentally friendly fabric?
A: Yes. The SmartGuard disposable curtains are made from 100% polypropylene which has one of the lowest environmental impacts of any material - synthetic or traditional.
Q: How do we dispose of the curtains?
A: As part of our environmental policy we are able to assist in setting up a waste collection and recycling service. However, in some circumstances where hospital risk assessments dictate, waste should be classified as clinical waste, (e.g. isolation rooms where disposable aprons and gloves are used) then disposable curtains should be integrated into risk assessed procedure.
Q: Can we use existing tracking?
A: Yes, In most instances, the existing cubicle track can be adapted to take disposable curtains. Fitting of the SmartGuard disposable curtains has been designed to be quick and efficient, whichever tracking system is used.
Q: What colours are there?
A: InControl SmartGuard have a large range of colours including new pediatric patterns. Summer bluue is our standard stock colour.
Q: Are there any curtain size restrictions?
A: No. SmartGuard have 2 height options to suit ceiling mounted tracks or suspended tracks. Available in two sizes. The options cover all hospital requirements.