ACT Environmental Services, Sunnyvale, California, has introduced its microwave disinfection system, which is fully permitted and processing regulated medical waste - including sharps, according to the firm. The company says the system it enables generators to "go green" in a way that is safe, economical and environmentally friendly.

ACT's next generation system combines what the company says is proven microwave disinfection technology with precise computer controls to process waste. ACT Medical understands that between highly-variable disposal costs, ever-evolving regulatory controls and an increased focus on sustainability, today's healthcare and life sciences providers face more waste disposal challenges than ever before. The breadth of ACT Medical's suite of offerings allows for the tailoring of the perfect solution for each individual set of needs.

Regulated medical waste is thoroughly disinfected, rendered unrecognizable via shredding and reduced in volume by approximately 80 percent. It can be disposed of as nonregulated solid waste in landfills or used as feed stock for waste-to-energy facilities. When electing ACT's waste-to-energy option, each ton of a company's treated waste can power the average American home for over two weeks, according to the company.

"ACT Environmental Services is proud to present our new Microwave Disinfection Unit, which is a cornerstone of our Medical Services waste management program,” says Walter Singer, founder and CEO. "This cutting-edge facility is ACT's next step in delivering unmatched waste-to-energy options to our customers."

ACT offers a full range of environmental management services, including but not limited to: transportation and disposal; consulting; equipment and facility decontamination; and emergency response.

For more information about ACT Medical is available at www.actenviro.com.