Sonata Scientific has announced the launch of its groundbreaking Helios MP500, a new system designed to control ethylene oxide (EtO) emissions in medical device sterilization facilities. This innovative technology promises to significantly enhance safety for workers and surrounding communities by achieving over 99% destruction and removal efficiency of EtO.
Sonata Scientific Revolutionizes EtO Control with Helios MP500
Sonata Scientific, a leader in advanced industrial air purification, has unveiled the Helios MP500, a revolutionary solution aimed at eliminating fugitive ethylene oxide (EtO) emissions. This development is particularly significant for medical device sterilization facilities, where EtO is commonly used but poses environmental and health concerns.
Key Takeaways
- The Helios MP500 is a standalone, ductless system operating at 500 cubic feet per minute (cfm).
- It boasts a destruction and removal efficiency (DRE) exceeding 99% for EtO.
- Initial units have already been deployed, with new orders accepted starting July 2025.
- Sonata Scientific plans to expand the Helios product line to address other areas like transportation and warehouses.
Unprecedented Efficiency and Performance
The Helios MP500 stands out from traditional solutions due to its high-efficiency performance and standalone design. Bob Henderson, Director of Applications Engineering at Sonata Scientific, highlighted the system’s capability to eliminate EtO in the low parts-per-million (ppm) range, a feat where existing systems often fall short. This breakthrough ensures a safer environment for both facility workers and nearby communities.
Scalable Production and Future Innovations
Sonata Scientific is prepared to meet global demand with scalable manufacturing capabilities, ensuring the Helios MP500 units can be delivered in volume. The MP500 is just the first in a planned family of EtO control solutions. Melissa Petruska, Chief Technical Officer at Sonata Scientific, indicated that the company is actively developing additional products, including localized enclosures and integrated monitoring technologies, to address diverse industry needs and expand into areas such as transportation, warehouses, and distribution centers.
Impact on Medical Device Sterilization
The introduction of the Helios MP500 is expected to have a profound impact on the medical device supply chain. By effectively controlling EtO emissions, the technology helps facilities comply with environmental regulations and enhances their commitment to corporate social responsibility. This innovation underscores Sonata Scientific’s dedication to providing advanced solutions for critical industrial challenges.
Sources
- Breakthrough ethylene oxide (EtO) control technology for medical device
sterilization facilities, News-Medical.
