| 摘要 |
<p>A method and closed system (10) for disposing of infectious medical waste, the method includes the steps of reducing the size of the waste to small particles and indirectly heating the waste particles by contacting them with a heated surface. The heating is at a temperature and for a period of time sufficient to produce sterilization of the waste particles. The heating step includes transporting the waste particles along an indirect heating conveyor (72). Air is continuously drawn through the system to control the pressure and moisture therein.</p> |
