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Success story: Clínica Sant Antoni.
Clínica Sant Antoni, an intermediate care hospital, is a notable example of success due to the rigour and quality of its services in a safe environment.

The clinic.

Clínica Sant Antoni is an intermediate care hospital with more than 30 years of experience, the result of the merger of two prestigious clinics in Barcelona. Originally, surgical centres in 1983 were transformed into centres for chronic patients. In 2011, a new building of 12,000 m² was inaugurated, equipped with the most advanced technology and a highly qualified multidisciplinary team. 

The main objective of the centre is to receive patients with rehabilitation and stabilisation needs. Since 2014, it has followed the EFQM quality model, and its mission is to cure, care for, nurture, and rehabilitate. It is also a teaching centre that welcomes students for work placements from various universities.

Clínica Sant Antoni is an intermediate care hospital with more than 30 years of experience, the result of the merger of two prestigious clinics in Barcelona. Originally, surgical centres in 1983 were transformed into centres for chronic patients. In 2011, a new building of 12,000 m² was inaugurated, equipped with the most advanced technology and a highly qualified multidisciplinary team.

The main objective of the centre is to receive patients with rehabilitation and stabilisation needs. Since 2014, it has followed the EFQM quality model, and its mission is to cure, care for, nurture, and rehabilitate. It is also a teaching centre that welcomes students for work placements from various universities.

Clínica Sant Antoni has established itself as a success story, not only for its track record and quality of care but also for its unwavering commitment to hygiene. A key element in this achievement has been its collaboration with S.A. PRODER, whose professional cleaning and disinfection products have made significant progress in maintaining a clean and safe environment, adapted to the demands of the healthcare sector.

Clínica Sant Antoni has established itself as a success story, not only for its track record and quality of care but also for its unwavering commitment to hygiene.
A key element in this achievement has been its collaboration with S.A. PRODER, whose professional cleaning and disinfection products have made significant progress in maintaining a clean and safe environment, adapted to the demands of the healthcare sector.

Patient protection and safety.

Thanks to the implementation of professional hygiene and disinfection solutions from S.A. PRODER, Clínica Sant Antoni has optimised the efficiency and practicality of its cleaning and maintenance tasks in all areas of its facilities:

  • Common areas: reception, corridors, waiting rooms, cafeteria.
  • Risk of infection areas: rooms and specialised clinical spaces.
  • Kitchen area: automatic dishwashers, degreasing, hygiene, and disinfection.
  • Laundry area (OPL): eco-sustainable products for washing clothes.
 
Through customised protocols and appropriate products, a high standard of health and biosafety is guaranteed. The aim is to reduce any nosocomial infections within the hospital, providing greater safety for patients, users, and healthcare technical staff. Without a doubt, this collaboration reinforces the image, trust, and perception of quality.
Thanks to the implementation of professional hygiene and disinfection solutions from S.A. PRODER, Clínica Sant Antoni has optimised the efficiency and practicality of its cleaning and maintenance tasks in all areas of its facilities:

  • Common areas: reception, corridors, waiting rooms, cafeteria.
  • Risk of infection areas: rooms and specialised clinical spaces.
  • Kitchen area: automatic dishwashers, degreasing, hygiene, and disinfection.
  • Laundry area (OPL): eco-sustainable products for washing clothes.

Through customised protocols and appropriate products, a high standard of health and biosafety is guaranteed. The aim is to reduce any nosocomial infections within the hospital, providing greater safety for patients, users, and healthcare technical staff. Without a doubt, this collaboration reinforces the image, trust, and perception of quality.

Imagen de refuerzo para la entrada de octubre, Caso de éxito; Clínica Sant Antoni.

The value of trust.

The incorporation of last-generation disinfectant products has enabled Clínica Sant Antoni to optimise cleaning time, increase efficiency, and reduce costs, without sacrificing process effectiveness. This approach has improved patients’ and residents’ experience and allowed the clinic to maintain a high standard of satisfaction in user care and perceived quality.
The incorporation of last-generation disinfectant products has enabled Clínica Sant Antoni to optimise cleaning time, increase efficiency, and reduce costs, without sacrificing process effectiveness.
This approach has improved patients’ and residents’ experience and allowed the clinic to maintain a high standard of satisfaction in user care and perceived quality.
This level of attention to detail is not only reflected in visible cleanliness but also in the safety it provides to patients, families, and professionals at the centre. The use of advanced technologies and effective products from S.A. PRODER ensures that every corner of the centre is free of pathogens, which is crucial in preventing healthcare-associated infections and creating a therapeutic environment that promotes recovery.
 

Area by area.

1. Food hygiene and safety.

Clínica Sant Antoni not only complies with food hygiene and safety standards but also ensures that patients’ food is prepared, stored, and served safely, catering to different nutritional needs.

Hygiene requirements:

  • Temperature control: maintain adequate temperatures for storage and cooking, with constant monitoring of cold rooms.

  • Disinfection of utensils and surfaces: Clean and disinfect all equipment after each use to prevent cross-contamination.

  • Allergen control: implement a management system that includes correct labelling, cleaning protocols, and food separation to prevent contact between products with and without allergens.

  • Implementation of HACCP protocols: Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points is a preventive system for identifying, evaluating, and controlling significant hazards to food safety.

  • Safety training and culture.

      • Continuous staff training.

      • Visible protocols and daily checklists.

  • Constant verification and improvement.

      • Regular internal/external audits, review of records, and updating of procedures according to results or changes (equipment, menus, regulations).

Imagen de refuerxo de la cocina Clínica Sant Antoni.

2. Self-service laundry.

Sant Antoni Clinic auto-laundry prevents infections and improves patient well-being.

Hygiene requirements:

  • Contaminated clothing separation: clothing worn by infected patients or those with contagious diseases must be separated immediately and washed separately to prevent the spread of infection.

  • Water temperature: washing machines operate at sufficiently high temperatures (at least 60°C) to eliminate pathogens and ensure garments disinfection.

  • Ultra-concentrated detergents and thermochemical disinfection: Use efficient, effective, and sustainable detergents from the Soft Laundry System range to remove organic dirt. Products such as OX BLAU L are applied to disinfect washed clothing in accordance with UNE-EN 16616 and UNE-EN 13697 standards.
Imagen de refuerzo para la entrada de octubre en la lavanderia de la Clínica Sant Antoni.

3. Surface disinfection.

Surface disinfection at Clínica Sant Antoni is one of the fundamental pillars for maintaining an environment free of infectious pathogens. Every surface that comes into contact with patients, staff, and visitors must be properly cleaned and disinfected with appropriately designed hygiene protocols.

Hygiene requirements:

  • Choice of suitable products: disinfectant products must be specifically designed for disinfecting surfaces in healthcare settings, ensuring their effectiveness against bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens. The products must be compatible with the surfaces to be treated (wood, stainless steel, plastic, etc.).

  • Cleaning frequency: Frequently touched surfaces (door handles, light switches, tables, medical equipment) are cleaned and disinfected several times per day, preferably with a continuous cleaning approach using convenient solutions such as ECO ONE.

  • Safety regulations: used products must be safe for staff and patients, leaving no toxic residues that could compromise health. An adequate ventilation during and after cleaning to avoid inhalation of chemicals.

Imagen de productos de la gama ECOONE para la limpieza de superficies.

Excellence is a shared commitment.

Hygiene in the Clínica Sant Antoni is not an isolated issue, but rather a series of interrelated processes that ensure patient well-being. In key areas such as the kitchen, laundry, and surface disinfection, rigorous cleaning and disinfection protocols are essential for creating a controlled environment where infection prevention is a priority.
The commitment to the quality of the products used, such as those from S.A. PRODER, and the implementation of procedures, enables compliance with health regulations, but to exceed them, ensuring a safe and professional experience for all its patients and staff. Ultimately, this reinforces confidence in the services provided and ensures that the clinic is a model of excellence in the social and healthcare sector.

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Fabric washing and protection
The correct washing and protection of fabrics involves the application of complex processes, determined by multiple factors that must be accurately assessed.

Fabric washing and protection: suitable products and processes.

Taking care of fabrics not only ensures that washed garments have a clean and impeccable appearance, but it also extends their useful life and preserves their quality. At a professional level, whether in hotels, clinics, industrial laundries or professional laundry services, washing and protecting textiles requires specialised processes and the use of products designed for each specific need.

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Professional washing is important.

In professional textile care, different products with specific functions are used. Professional detergents clean thoroughly and remove dirt without damaging delicate fibres. Bleaches and disinfectants, which can be chlorinated or oxygenated, help remove stains and microorganisms depending on the type of garment.

Industrial fabric softeners provide freshness and softness and make ironing easier, as well as preventing static electricity. Fabric protectors coat the fibres to protect them from stains, liquids and wear and tear. Finally, neutralisers remove any chemical residues that may remain after washing, preventing skin irritation and fabric deterioration.

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  • Colour and texture preservation: prevents premature wear.
  • Efficiency and sustainability: reduced water and energy consumption.
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Key points.

  • Water temperature: It directly affects washing efficiency. High temperatures are better at removing bacteria and grease, but can damage delicate fibres. Low temperatures, on the other hand, protect colours and sensitive fabrics.

  • Water type: Hard water (with a high mineral content) can affect the performance of detergents and leave residues on clothing. Fabric softeners and specific products can be used to reduce the mineral load.

  • Washing cycles: each fabric requires a different cycle. The most intense cycles are for very dirty or resistant clothing; delicate cycles use less movement and time to avoid damage.

  • Type of garment and fabric: cotton, polyester, wool, silk or blends require specific conditions. Improper handling can damage, shrink, discolour or deform the washed garment.
  • Machine load: Overloading reduces washing efficiency and increases wear and tear on clothing. An adequate load allows water and products to circulate properly.

  • Products used: detergents, bleaches, disinfectants, fabric softeners, and protectors must be selected according to the type of fabric and objectives.

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Additive for the prevention of stains generated by polyquaternium-7

AD SHIELD is a liquid neutralising additive that is added to the pre-wash cycle and acts as an ion exchanger on the polyquaternium molecule. The process breaks the ionic bond that binds dirt and the substance together through electrostatic attraction. In this way, the product prevents negatively charged particles from attaching themselves to polyquat residues during the washing cycle.

As a result, fabrics prewashed with AD SHIELD remain protected against staining, greying and colour transfer. 

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