If you're evaluating a boiler to supply steam to a sterilizer or autoclave, Reimers Electra Steam is often considered a strong option for several reasons:
1. Designed Specifically for Sterilization Applications
Reimers manufactures electric steam boilers specifically for autoclaves, medical sterilizers, dental instrument sterilizers, laboratories, and research facilities. They even offer models intended to integrate directly with OEM sterilizer systems.
2. Produces Dry, High-Quality Steam
Sterilizers perform best with dry saturated steam because excessive moisture can reduce sterilization efficiency and increase cycle times. Reimers emphasizes dry, saturated steam output with controllable pressure, which is important for consistent sterilization performance.
3. Electric Boilers Are Simple to Install
Compared with gas- or oil-fired boilers, Reimers electric units:
- Require no combustion venting.
- Usually need less floor space.
- Can often be located close to the sterilizer.
- Avoid fuel piping and combustion equipment.
These factors can reduce installation complexity and maintenance requirements.
4. Long Manufacturing History
The company has been manufacturing electric boilers since 1908, giving it over a century of experience in steam-generation equipment.
5. Regulatory Compliance
For facilities that must satisfy inspections and safety requirements, Reimers states that its boilers are built to applicable ASME standards and carry certifications such as UL/cUL listings and National Board registration.
6. Wide Range of Sizes
Their sterilization boiler lineup ranges from very small laboratory and dental-office units to large hospital and industrial systems, making it easier to match steam production to the sterilizer's demand.
Potential Considerations
Whether Reimers is the best choice depends on your application:
- For a small tabletop autoclave, a dedicated self-contained sterilizer may not need an external boiler.
- For hospitals, pharmaceutical production, or central sterile processing departments.
