Medical waste. Treated. On site.

Sterilwave decontaminates medical waste directly on-site in just 30 minutes, combining shredding and microwave technology.

An economical and responsible waste management solution that helps reduce storage requirements, transportation, handling risks and dependence on external waste treatment facilities.

Machines designed to be reliable, robust and easy to operate.

Sterilwave offers a comprehensive range of solutions capable of treating 10 to 150 kg of medical waste per hour. These solutions are used by hospitals, laboratories, healthcare facilities and international organisations.

Made in France
Premium quality

Patented technology, 100% Electric, Made in France

Founded in France in 2012, Sterilwave designs and manufactures its machines in Dieppe before shipping them to healthcare facilities around the world.

More than 900 machines have already been shipped internationally.

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100% electric process

Microwave technology

The Sterilwave process combines shredding and microwave heating in a single chamber. In approximately 30 minutes, infectious medical waste is transformed into waste that can be disposed of as ordinary household waste.

Chargement des déchets biomédicaux dans une machine Sterilwave 100
Global leader

Tested and approved

We meet the world's most stringent standards for medical waste decontamination.

+30min

Full cycle time

Waste is decontaminated in just 30 minutes, providing a fast and efficient solution.

up to8log₁₀

Effective decontamination

Level achieved depending on treatment conditions.

85%

Volume reduction

Up to 85% reduction in the volume of infectious waste.

25%

Weight reduction

Up to 25% reduction in the weight of infectious waste.

Testimonials

Healthcare professionals choose Sterilwave

We have extensive international experience. Who better to tell you about it than our customers?

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"We combine environmental performance, cost savings, greater autonomy, new partnerships and inclusion."

Julien Lagarde, Head of General Services, Foch Hospital

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#News

A new identity for Sterilwave

Bertin Medical Waste has become Sterilwave. One name for both the brand and its range of machines.
The company, based in France, manufactures its machines in Dieppe.

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#Trade fairs and exhibitions

Meet Sterilwave at MEDICA 2026 in Düsseldorf.

Sterilwave will be exhibiting at MEDICA 2026 (Hall 11, Booth 60), the leading international event for the medical sector, taking place from 16 to 19 November 2026 in Düsseldorf...