Medical equipment maintenance in Switzerland
Medical equipment maintenance
Preventive maintenance of medical devices
To keep medical equipment running smoothly, it’s important to schedule regular maintenance. What’s more, these checks help anticipate breakdowns and improve equipment reliability.
At Swixed, work is carried out in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations and recognized standards. Every step is documented and follows a clear process. Each check includes functional tests, a simulator test and, if necessary, an electrical check. Thanks to this approach, technical problems can be anticipated. As a result, equipment remains safe and efficient.
Our technicians draw up a precise report after each intervention. In short, this document indicates the values measured and confirms the condition of the device.
Key points:
- Tests in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations
- Checking consumables
- Electrical test carried out when required
- Detailed technical report after each maintenance
Plan regular maintenance
Benefits for medical equipment
Preventive maintenance offers a number of tangible benefits. Firstly, it reduces the risk of unexpected breakdowns. In fact, regular checks help to extend equipment life and limit downtime. What’s more, properly maintained equipment provides more reliable measurements. As a result, healthcare professionals have access to consistent, comparable results over time.
Consequently, scheduling maintenance at fixed intervals remains the simplest way of securing equipment investments while complying with official recommendations.
Reports and traceability of controls
Clear, compliant documentation
A detailed report is drawn up for each intervention. This document also summarizes the tests carried out and the values recorded. Thanks to this traceability, it’s easy to track the history of each device and prove its conformity in the event of an audit.
In addition, these reports provide a useful basis for planning future interventions. Last but not least, they guarantee complete documentation, accessible at all times.
Our services
Inspection and maintenance of medical equipment
Our services cover different types of equipment used in practices and healthcare facilities. What’s more, each service includes a detailed report to ensure complete traceability. Our technicians also use specialized simulators. For example, when checking a defibrillator, an arrhythmia simulator is used to test the device’s response. In addition, consumables such as electrodes and batteries are systematically checked.
The main services are listed below:
Maintenance service - Technical inspection of AED defibrillators
- Testing general device functions
- Arrhythmia detection simulation (coarse ventricular fibrillation (VFBC), fine ventricular fibrillation (VFBF), ventricular tachycardia (VTAC), atrial fibrillation (AFIB))
- Simulator ECG test at different heart rates
- Electric shock simulation and precise measurement of joules delivered
- Check electrodes for condition and functionality
- Battery check and charge rate measurement where possible
- Extraction and storage of technical data, if available
- Drafting of a report detailing the compliance of measured values with tolerances, as well as the condition of accessories and consumables
From CHF 135.00 Incl. TVA
Maintenance service - Checking electrocardiographs (ECGs)
- Testing general electrocardiograph functions
- Electrical earthing and leakage current test to IEC 62353
- Simulator test of electrocardiogram printing, with measurement and control of printed traces
- Inspect the patient cable and check that it is working properly
- Battery check
- Check mains cable, charger and fuses
- Maintenance cleaning of the print roller
- Production of a report indicating conformity of measured values and condition of accessories, with printout of successful electrical test report
From CHF 135.00 Incl. TVA
Maintenance service - Technical testing of cardiotocographs
- Testing general electrocardiograph functions
- Electrical earth and leakage current test to IEC 62353
- Simulator test of electrocardiogram printing, with measurement and control of printed traces
- Inspect the patient cable and check that it is working properly
- Battery check
- Check mains cable, charger and fuses
- Maintenance cleaning of the print roller
- Production of a report indicating conformity of measured values and condition of accessories, with printout of successful electrical test report
From CHF 135.00 Incl. TVA
Maintenance service - Maintenance of professional multiparameter monitors
- Testing general device functions
- Electrical earthing and leakage current test to IEC 62353
- ECG – Simulator test, printing and checking of printed traces, patient cable check
- NIBP – Simulator calibration of systolic, diastolic and pulse values, cuff leak test
- SpO₂ – Oxygen saturation simulator calibration and sensor control
- Battery control
- Check power cable, charger and fuses
- Cleaning of integrated print roller (if present)
From CHF 135.00 Incl. TVA
Maintenance service - Checking electrical medical examination tables
- General functions test
- Check structure and fixing screws (tighten if necessary)
- Check wheels and skids (adjust if necessary)
- Lubrication of lift and tilt systems
- Electrical motor test to IEC 62353 standard
- Drafting and delivery of a detailed intervention report
From CHF 86.00 Incl. TVA
Maintenance service - Technical maintenance of electric examination chairs
- General functions test
- Check structure and fixing screws (tighten if necessary)
- Check wheels and skids (adjust if necessary)
- Lubrication of lift and tilt systems
- Electrical motor test to IEC 62353 standard
- Drafting and delivery of a detailed intervention report
From CHF 86.00 Incl. TVA
Maintenance service - Periodic inspection of Remler devices / MAPA 24h
- Testing general device functions
- Simulator calibration of systolic, diastolic and multi-level pulse values
- Checking the pressure gauge with a reference instrument
- Supplied cuff leak test
- Checking the internal battery and rechargeable batteries
- Test data transfer to a computer
- Boso ProfilManager software update if required
- Drafting of a technical report indicating conformity of values and suitability of the device for use
From CHF 86.00 Incl. TVA
Calibration service - Verification of electronic tensiometers
- Checking the unit’s functions and stability.
- Calibration of systolic, diastolic and pulse values at different reference levels.
- Cuff leak test to guarantee accuracy under normal conditions.
- Delivery of a detailed technical report with results and maintenance recommendations.
From CHF 22.00 Incl. TVA
Calibration service - Control steps for manual tensiometers
- Manometer calibration with reference instrument
- System leak test
- Check cuff and bulb condition
- Detailed report indicating compliance and general condition
From CHF 22.00 Incl. TVA
Calibration service - Calibration and verification of pulse oximeters
- Use of a certified simulator for SpO₂ and pulse values
- Tests on several saturation levels and frequencies
- Comparison with manufacturer’s tolerances
- Maintenance and replacement recommendations
- Drafting of a detailed technical report
From CHF 22.00 Incl. TVA
Calibration service - Comprehensive technical testing of spirometers
- Testing general device functions
- Cleaning the sensor / reusable turbine
- Internal battery check
- Spirometer calibration using a 3L calibration syringe in accordance with ATS/ERS guidelines
- Drafting of a documented technical report
From CHF 60.00 Incl. TVA
Standards and compliance
Regulatory references in Switzerland
Our tests follow the international standard IEC 62353, which defines safety test methods for medical devices. Each procedure meets international requirements. In Switzerland, the Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH) and Swissmedic publish official recommendations on device conformity. In addition, our teams apply manufacturers’ directives and comply with European standards.
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