Compact on-site treatment

Sterilwave 50

Sterilwave 50 system for on-site treatment of healthcare waste

A compact, fully electric solution for laboratories, clinics and smaller healthcare facilities that want to treat infectious waste close to where it is generated.

Up to 100 L or approximately 10 kg per hour*

Assess the fit for your facility

Small footprint, direct control

The Sterilwave 50 combines shredding and microwave treatment in one 50-litre vessel. It requires no steam pressure, chemicals or process water and produces no liquid effluent during treatment.

Compact installation

Designed for sites where both waste volume and available floor space are limited.

Simple workflow

Manual loading and unloading with the complete treatment process in one vessel.

Controlled treatment

Microwave heating supports microbial inactivation of up to 6 log10 in a validated cycle.

Key specifications

Waste capacity 100 L/h, up to 10 kg/h*
Average cycle time 30 minutes
Vessel capacity 50 L
Dimensions 1.35 x 1.1 x 1.1 m
Weight 550 kg
Electrical supply 220 V, single phase
Recommended space Approximately 7 m², 2 m ceiling height
Loading Manual loading and unloading

*Based on a reference waste density of 0.1 kg/L. Available Sterilwave product data form the basis for these specifications. The manufacturer may update them.

Is the Sterilwave 50 the right size?

Rated capacity alone does not determine the best choice. Waste composition, daily peaks, staffing, available utilities and local rules also matter. We validate these factors before recommending a configuration.

SimpleComply supports the full project

  • Waste-stream and site assessment
  • Business case and financing or leasing
  • Installation and commissioning
  • Operator training
  • Maintenance and technical support
  • Advice on waste separation after treatment
  • Independent microbiological and emissions evidence
  • Site-specific validation dossier
  • Permit strategy and application support

Turn a compact waste stream into a clear plan

Share your volumes and site conditions. We will help you compare the Sterilwave 50 with the other capacity levels.

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