ASP Introduces BIOTRACE™ Instant Read Steam System, Delivering Sterility Assurance in Just Seven Seconds

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP), a global leader in infection prevention and sterilization solutions, is announcing the launch of the BIOTRACE™ Instant Read Steam System, the fastest FDA-cleared steam biological indicator system available in the U.S. Designed with sterile processing departments (SPDs) in mind, the new system delivers a readout in just seven seconds, drastically reducing wait time, minimizing errors, and enhancing clinical workflow efficiency.

Current standard biological indicator systems can take 20 minutes or longer to generate a readout. BIOTRACE Instant Read Steam System changes the paradigm by offering SPDs the ability to verify sterilization results nearly immediately, which allows for faster decision-making, improved throughput, and reduced operational strain. In a hospital environment where every minute counts and every load matters, this technology enables confident, real-time transitions from sterilization to documentation.

“The launch of BIOTRACE Instant Read Steam System represents a significant advancement in our ability to deliver fast, actionable sterility data to frontline staff,” said Dr. Ivan Salgo, Vice President and Chief Medical and Scientific Officer at ASP. “By reducing the readout time to just seconds, we’re addressing a long-standing bottleneck that often impacts both productivity and peace of mind. This system supports SPDs not only in meeting compliance standards, but in exceeding them, with confidence.”

Developed with advanced fluorescence detection, BIOTRACE Instant Read Steam System streamlines routine monitoring of steam sterilization cycles without compromising accuracy. The compact reader accommodates two simultaneous test positions, records the last 50 results, and connects seamlessly to digital infrastructure via USB, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth®. Integration with the BIOTRACE™ Assist App and SM Cloud™ Web Application enables secure cloud storage, enhanced traceability, and automated reporting for hospital instrument tracking systems including CensiTrac™ and other major ITS software solutions.

“ASP is proud to lead the charge in redefining sterility assurance,” said Chad Rohrer, Global President of ASP. “This is a leap forward in our commitment to help hospitals do more with less, supporting frontline staff with technology that empowers their work. The introduction of BIOTRACE Instant Read Steam System reinforces our role as a trusted partner in innovation for infection prevention, while elevating the standards of care and operational excellence.”

A recent usability study confirmed that throughput and staffing remain top concerns in SPDs nationwide. Respondents cited a strong willingness to invest in time-saving technology, recognizing the value of immediate sterilization verification in high-pressure clinical environments.

Hospitals and health systems can request demos and evaluation kits by contacting their ASP representative.

About Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP)
Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP), a Fortive company, is a global leader in infection prevention dedicated to safeguarding patients during their most critical moments. With a proven history of pioneering low-temperature sterilization and sterility assurance solutions, ASP delivers innovative technologies designed to raise the standard of care across healthcare settings. From terminal sterilization with hydrogen peroxide gas plasma to advanced steam monitoring tools, ASP supports healthcare facilities worldwide in improving efficiency, compliance, and patient safety. For more information, visit www.asp.com.

Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) and Censis Technologies are subsidiaries of Fortive Corporation. CensiTrac™ software is a product of Censis Technologies.

DISCLOSURE: The third-party trademarks used herein are the properties of their respective owners.