SteriHero Podo 18L Class B Autoclave for Instrument Sterilisation

An easy-to-use, interactive, fast and safe steam steriliser.

Melag’sSteriHero Podo 18 is a professional Class B autoclave designed to ensure safe, reliable and efficient instrument sterilisation. Thanks to saturated steam technology, the process takes place through a controlled combination of temperature and pressure, ensuring high performance.

Class B autoclaves are the most comprehensive solution for the autoclave sterilisation of solid, porous, bagged, unbagged and hollow instruments. Instruments used in aesthetic treatments must undergo proper sterilisation processes to ensure safety and hygiene.

Quick programmes, such as the Quick-S cycle, reduce sterilisation cycle times. This means instruments are always ready for use, without compromising on safety.

SteriHero Podo 18 sterilises, using pressurised saturated steam, the professional instruments used in beauty salons and private practices. 

It guarantees a safe, rapid sterilisation process that complies with the EN 13060 standard. 

It is the ideal autoclave solution for beauty salons requiring high standards of hygiene, safety and operational continuity.

SteriHero Podo 18 is a steam autoclave designed to effectively sterilise professional instruments. The chamber’s emptying and filling cycles ensure proper air removal and uniform steam distribution throughout the entire sterilisation process.

Maximum versatility for any type of instrument

The 17-litre chamber is fitted with 3 trays and offers a load capacity of up to 5 kg of instruments. 

It allows for the sterilisation of both bagged and unbagged instruments, making it suitable for any operational requirement within a beauty salon.

Thefractional vacuum system allows for the complete removal of air from the sterilisation chamber, ensuring the instruments are properly sterilised.

Pressurised saturated steam technology ensures effective and reliable sterilisation of beauty instruments without compromising the integrity of professional equipment. 

The process is designed to ensure high safety standards whilst preserving, over time, the functionality and quality of the instruments used daily in beauty treatments.

Intelligent management of the sterilisation process

Stand-alone: SteriHero Podo 18 is a self-contained autoclave, requiring no connection to the mains water supply, designed for practical and independent use. 

Control panel: the Smart-Touch display allows for intuitive management of the entire sterilisation process, from programme selection to real-time monitoring of the various operational stages. 

The interface guides the operator through the cycles, clearly displaying key information and the progress of the selected programme.

Cycle phases: thanks to intelligent management of temperature and pressure parameters, the autoclave automatically optimises the cycle phases to ensure reliable and consistent results. 

Preheating: the preheating function reduces waiting times between cycles, improving operational efficiency during the busiest working days.

Drying: Vacuum drying ensures instruments are perfectly dry at the end of the cycle, ready for use or storage. This system helps to preserve the quality of the instruments and simplify the day-to-day management of sterilised items.

Traceability: for complete traceability of the sterilisation process, the SteriHero Podo 18 allows cycle data to be archived via a USB connection or LAN network. Reports can be easily saved and accessed, facilitating the documentation of sterilisation procedures and the monitoring of activities carried out.

Energyconsumption: the Power Save function helps to reduce energy consumption during periods of inactivity, optimising the machine’s efficiency without compromising the autoclave’s operational availability.

Operational Features

Stainless steel sterilisation chamber

Chamber volume: 17 litres

Stand-alone autoclave with no connection to the mains water supply

Manual water filling

Staged vacuum system for air removal (Class B)

Preheating function

Intelligent cycle management

Self-diagnostic system

Vacuum drying

Functional Features

Class B autoclave – EN 13060

5 automatic sterilisation programmes

Electronically controlled vacuum

Integrated self-diagnostic system

Vacuum drying with preset times based on the programme

Preheating to reduce cycle times

Display with Smart-Touch system for simple and intuitive operation

Power Save mode to optimise energy consumption

Interfaces for cycle traceability: USB and LAN

Accessories supplied

Instrument tray

3 internal trays for holding instruments

Integrated USB ports

Optional extras

External printer

Network / LAN connection

Performance

Maximum load for bagged and unbagged instruments: up to 5 kg

Fast cycles: cycle time 15 to 18 minutes (Quick-S programme, single load)

Sterilisation programmes

Quick-S cycle 134 °C – rapid cycle for unpackaged instruments

Quick-B cycle 134 °C – rapid cycle for bagged instruments

Universal-B cycle 134 °C – for bagged instruments

Delicate-B cycle 121 °C – for heat-sensitive instruments

Prion-B cycle 134 °C – high-safety cycle

How much equipment can I sterilise with the SteriHero Podo 18?

The 17-litre chamber allows you to sterilise several sets of instruments simultaneously in a single cycle. An ideal solution for beauty salons that carry out numerous treatments throughout the day. It ensures you always have sterilised instruments available for manicures, pedicures and other professional services.

Is a 17-litre autoclave sufficient for a full day’s work in a beauty salon?

Yes. The chamber’s capacity allows you to process multiple sets of instruments in the same cycle, reducing the need to run the autoclave frequently throughout the day. This is a particularly welcome benefit in beauty salons with a high volume of appointments or multiple treatment rooms.

Is the SteriHero Podo 18 suitable for beauty salons with a high workload?

Yes. Thanks to its 17-litre chamber, a load capacity of up to 5 kg and quick programmes, the SteriHero Podo 18 ensures operational continuity, even on the busiest days. It is an ideal solution for businesses that use a lot of instruments and require efficient management of sterilisation cycles.

Does a larger autoclave use more energy?

Not necessarily. In beauty salons that use a large number of instruments every day, a 17-litre autoclave can be more efficient. It allows you to sterilise more sets of instruments in a single cycle, thereby reducing the total number of times the machine is started. 

Conversely, a smaller autoclave is ideal when handling smaller quantities of instruments and when you prefer to run frequent, quick cycles. 

The SteriHero Podo 18 is also equipped with a Power Save function to optimise energy consumption during periods of inactivity.