--- title: The Top 4 Reasons Hospitals Need Battery-Powered Aspirators description: There are situations when rechargeable or alkaline battery-powered aspirators are better alternatives, or possibly even the only option for hospitals image: https://blog.sscor.com/hubfs/Blog/why_hospitals_need_battery_powered_suction.jpg --- [![dark-header.jpg](https://blog.sscor.com/hs-fs/hub/212347/file-1107077240.jpg?width=940&name=file-1107077240.jpg "dark-header.jpg")](https://www.sscor.com/) ## **Thank you for visiting the SSCOR Blog.** Whether you're in a Hospital or EMS setting, this is the place for you. We'll share information on current industry news, tips, as well as the latest and greatest in SSCOR products. Our hope is that this blog is not only informative but a collaborative and open forum for you to share your thoughts on developing opportunities and challenges within your profession. Subscribe. Share your thoughts. Enjoy. -SSCOR Team   # [The Top 4 Reasons Hospitals Need Battery-Powered Aspirators](https://blog.sscor.com/the-top-4-reasons-hospitals-need-battery-powered-aspirators) Posted by [Sam D. Say](https://blog.sscor.com/author/sam-d-say) Sep 3, 2020 8:36:24 AM 3 min read - [![LinkedIn Social Icon](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/142915/file-2628248555-png/images/icons/linkedin-small.png) ](https://blog.sscor.com/the-top-4-reasons-hospitals-need-battery-powered-aspirators#) 0 - [![Facebook Social Icon](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/142915/file-2623658044-png/images/icons/fb-small.png) ](https://blog.sscor.com/the-top-4-reasons-hospitals-need-battery-powered-aspirators#) 0 ![why_hospitals_need_battery_powered_suction](https://blog.sscor.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog/why_hospitals_need_battery_powered_suction.jpg?width=724&name=why_hospitals_need_battery_powered_suction.jpg) Although most hospitals have in-wall suction, there are situations when rechargeable or alkaline battery-powered aspirators are a better alternative, or possibly even the only option. When those situations arise, you need to be confident that portable suction units are ready to operate and that they can provide the level of suction you need for any type of patient, including children and neonates.   In areas of the hospital not served by in-wall suction and during those times that AC power is not available, having a rechargeable or [alkaline battery-powered aspirator](https://www.sscor.com/dcell_suction_hospital_aspirator.html) on hand allows you to deliver the proper care to patients, no matter where they are.   **Why Hospitals Need Battery-Powered Aspirators** ** ** Some instances where alkaline or rechargeable battery-powered aspirators might be necessary include:   ## 1. During patient transport When moving a patient during a flood or other unexpected disaster that impacts the hospital, or during a transport through areas of the hospital with no available vacuum, having suction available is critical. Making sure you have enough equipment to treat multiple patients at the same time is also vital in an emergency situation. A portable alkaline battery-powered aspirator will ensure that you have suction in hallways, patient rooms, waiting areas, or anywhere in-wall suction is not available.   ## [![learn_more_about_sscor_alkaline_battery_powered_suction](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/212347/e5a9f999-72d4-4319-a3ac-b73e939ef0ef.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/212347/e5a9f999-72d4-4319-a3ac-b73e939ef0ef) ## 2. On crash carts A crash cart should have all the essentials required for resuscitation and suction is certainly on that list. But when you bring a crash cart to a patient, there is no guarantee that they will be near a power source or an in-wall suction outlet - so having [rechargeable battery-powered aspirator](https://www.sscor.com/hospital_products.html) on board is always a good idea.   ## 3. As surgicenter backup Suction is an essential component of every operating room environment. As such, virtually every operating room has in-wall suction. However, in-wall suction can occasionally fail. If this happens, you need to have backup suction immediately available.   ## 4. In the event of power loss Natural disasters, mechanical failure, acts of terrorism, and other unpredictable events can cause hospitals to lose power. Even with emergency generators in place, it’s important to be prepared for any eventuality. What would happen if your hospital lost power for several days, or even just several hours? Having alkaline battery-powered aspirators and other emergency equipment available that doesn’t need to be re-charged will allow you to care for critical patients and transport them safely to another facility.   Additionally, natural and man-made disasters often result in a greater number of  patients who require urgent treatment. Note the number of ‘non-traditional patient venues’ that were established during the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Do you have enough vacuum capacity to handle a large influx of patients if you have no electricity? While battery-powered aspirators may not be routinely used, they provide a portable solution for emergency suction situations. The device that you choose and rely on should provide a complete range of negative pressure so you can use them with most patients.    In-wall suction is available in virtually every modern hospital, but sometimes it is **simply not enough.** Equipment failure, the inability to provide mobile suction, power loss risk mitigation, and limited access in all areas of the hospital mean that battery-powered alternatives are required to ensure hospitals can maintain the highest standard of care in any situation.   If your hospital does not currently have battery-powered aspirators on crash carts, in operating rooms, or available for patient treatment and transport during a power outage, consider adding them as soon as possible. In the event of a patient emergency or disaster, these devices are invaluable.    *Editor's Note: This blog was originally published on May 29, 2015. It has been re-published with additional up to date content.* ![Author Photo](https://blog.sscor.com/hs-fs/hubfs/SDS2-648378-edited.jpg?width=70&name=SDS2-648378-edited.jpg) ## AboutSam D. Say Sam D. Say is owner and CEO of SSCOR, Inc., a medical device manufacturer specializing in emergency battery operated portable suction devices for the hospital and pre-hospital settings. Mr. Say has been involved in developing product for healthcare providers for over 35 years. His passions include contributing to the management of the patient airway and providing solutions that save lives in difficult conditions. 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