Environmental benefits : Lowering environmental impact - Vernacare's single use system uses less energy and water than re-usable systems to dispose of biodegradable medical pulp products, using the market-leading Vortex pulp disposal unit. Nurse Time Benefits : Increasing productivity and convenience - Vernacare's single use system helps to improve working conditions, increase patient dignity and save nurse time, releasing more time to care for patients. Financial Benefits : Reduced running costs - Vernacare's single use system can cost significantly less to purchase, operate and maintain than alternative re-usable systems. Further financial benefits are provided through the savings in nursing time and reduction of costly HCAIs. Infection Prevention Benefits : Raising infection control standards - Vernacare's single use system removes concerns over the effectiveness of thermal washer disinfectors and helps to break the chain of infection.