Medical and sterile swabs are essential devices in medical operations. These single-use tools are designed and fabricated for diverse applications, including wound treatment, specimen collection and even equipment cleanup. It is important to note that there are different types of swabs available for varying uses. If you are on the market for swabs for your work … [Read more...] about Guide to Medical and Sterile Swabs
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5 Things You Didn’t Know About Swabs
1. Homely Inspiration The inventor of modern cotton swabs, Polish inventor Leo Gerstenzang, was inspired at home when he saw his wife sticking cotton balls onto the ends of toothpicks, and using this tool to clean out their child’s ears. Can you imagine doing that now? The original target audience for this new product was babies, and Q-Tips were first … [Read more...] about 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Swabs
Swabs & Applicators 101
What are Swabs & Applicators? If you’ve used a Q-Tip, you already know what a swab basically is. However, there are many more uses and variations of Swabs & Applicators (AKA single-use applicators). Learn about swab tips and shaft materials, and their uses. In general a swab is: A small piece of absorbent material attached to the end of a stick/shaft or wire, and … [Read more...] about Swabs & Applicators 101
Rayon Swabs: The Better Tipped Swab
Rayon Tipped Swabs: The Better Swab First of all, swabs come in different sizes, formats, and materials. You need to pick the right kind for the job. Confused with the huge assortment of swabs available in the market? Learn more about rayon swabs below. Because Rayon Swabs are soft and highly absorbent, they are a good choice for applications where cotton would not be … [Read more...] about Rayon Swabs: The Better Tipped Swab