Part 7 - Vetoquinol cleaning and disinfection products

VETOQUINOL CLEANERS

 

Biosolve™ Plus*

 

Biosolve™ Plus is a powerful alkaline cleaner with superior degreasing properties. It is especially useful for removal of biofilm and biologic material such as manure and other fatty or greasy animal residues.

  • Ideal to clean and prepare surfaces for optimal disinfection with Virkon®, BioSentry® 904 or Clinicide.
  • Recommended dilution rate for veterinary clinics: 2 to 16 mL per litre of water.
  • Formulated with biodegradable detergents.

 

*Warning*

Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Causes damage to organs (Respiratory Tract) if inhaled

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Biosolve™ AFC

 

Biosolve™ AFC is an acidic cleaner and deodorizer for use in animal facilities. It cleans and brightens stainless steel, plastic, concrete, and tile. It is ideal for removal of cleaner residues, mineral scale and other hard-to-remove elements.

  • For use in an alternating pH program with Biosolve™ Plus.
  • Ideal to clean and prepare surfaces for optimal disinfection with Virkon®, BioSentry® 904 or Clinicide.
  • Recommended dilution rate for veterinary clinics: 2 to 16 mL per litre of water.
  • Formulated with biodegradable detergents.

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VETOQUINOL DISINFECTANTS

 

Virkon®

 

Virkon® is a broad-spectrum disinfectant possessing the broadest virucidal, bactericidal and fungicidal activity. Because of its high detergency and mode of action, Virkon® can be used in an exceptional variety of situations for effective cleaning and optimal disinfection. A partial list of pathogens susceptible to Virkon® includes parvovirus, calicivirus, herpesvirus, E. coli, Salmonella and Campylobacter. Virkon® is environmentally friendly and is capable of intermediate to high levels of disinfection.

  • Recommended use: all areas of the clinic, especially where the risk is high.
  • Dilution rate: 1 tablet per 500 mL of water or 10 g of powder per litre of water for a 1% solution.

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Clinicide

 

Clinicide is a fifth-generation quaternary ammonium multi-purpose germicidal detergent (virucidal, bactericidal, fungicidal) that deodorizes and disinfects.

  • Recommended use: in low and intermediate risk areas.
  • Dilution rate: 8 mL per liter of water results in 600 ppm solution. 

 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

1 ► PRINCIPLES OF CLEANING

Biofilm
Mineral deposits
What is a cleaner?
Selection of an appropriate cleaner

2 ► PRINCIPLES OF DISINFECTION

Sensitivity to disinfectants
All disinfectants are not created equally

3 ► CLEANING AND DISINFECTION STEPS

Removal of organic material
Cleaner application
Disinfection

4 ► CLEANING AND DISINFECTION STEPS FOR ANIMAL HOUSING

Runs and kennels
Cages
Large animal stalls
Calf crates

5 ► RISK ZONES WITHIN THE CLINIC

Low risk
Intermediate risk
High risk

6 ► APPLICATION METHODS

Spraying versus foaming
Equipment
Dedication of equipment by risk zone
Footwear disinfection

7 ► VETOQUINOL CLEANING AND DISINFECTION PRODUCTS

Vetoquinol Cleaners

Biosolve™ Plus
Biosolve™ AFC

Vetoquinol Disinfectants

Virkon®
BioSentry® 904
Clinicide

8 ► FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

9 ► BIOSECURITY REFERENCES

 

 

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