The automatic washer/disinfector for utensils is a sophisticated piece of hardware. The new generation of machines can carry out the functions of both slop hopper and disinfector.

The term 'disinfection' is used to describe the 'bug kill' cycle. Moist heat is used from an incorporated steam generator to heat each utensil.

These units provide an effective infection control barrier which protects residents/patients and staff from the risk of cross infection and management from potential liabilities.