A medical waste incinerator in Chile is essential for hospitals, clinics, and laboratories to safely treat infectious and biomedical waste. Chile has strict healthcare and environmental regulations that require controlled, high-temperature treatment of hazardous medical waste to protect public health and the environment.
SCIENTICO is an ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer and exporter of medical waste incinerators, supplying reliable and emission-controlled systems suitable for healthcare facilities across Santiago, Valparaíso, Concepción, Antofagasta, and other regions of Chile.
Medical Waste Management Regulations in Chile
Medical waste treatment in Chile is regulated under:
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Ministry of Health (Ministerio de Salud de Chile) guidelines
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SEREMI de Salud regional health authorities
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Supreme Decree No. 6/2009 and related hazardous waste regulations
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WHO healthcare waste management recommendations
A certified medical waste incinerator Chile solution helps healthcare facilities:
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Destroy infectious waste at temperatures above 850°C
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Reduce waste volume by up to 95 percent
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Prevent contamination of land and water sources
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Maintain compliance with national and regional health authorities
External references
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Chile Ministry of Health: https://www.minsal.cl
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WHO healthcare waste guidance: https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9241545259
SCIENTICO Medical Waste Incinerators – Technical Overview
SCIENTICO medical waste incinerators are engineered for consistent performance, safety, and emission control.
Key features
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Dual-chamber combustion with secondary afterburner
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Operating range of 850°C to 1100°C
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PLC-based automatic operation and safety interlocks
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Diesel, LPG, or natural gas burner options
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Refractory-lined combustion chamber for durability
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Optional flue gas scrubbers and filtration systems
View product information here:
👉 https://scienticoincinerators.com/
Compliance and Certifications
SCIENTICO medical waste incinerators are manufactured to meet international standards and support compliance in Chile:
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ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing
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CE marking for safety and export compliance
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WHO recommended incineration practices
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CPCB emission control design principles
Company profile and certifications:
👉 https://scienticoincinerators.com/about-us/
Applications in Chile
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Public and private hospitals
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Diagnostic laboratories
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Research and teaching institutions
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Quarantine and isolation facilities
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Veterinary hospitals handling biomedical waste
Why Choose SCIENTICO for Chile
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Over 30 years of experience in incineration equipment manufacturing
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Export-ready systems with complete documentation
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Capacities from 5 kg/hr to 500 kg/hr
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Remote installation guidance and operator training
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Long-term spare parts and technical support
FAQs – Medical Waste Incinerator Chile
Q1. Are SCIENTICO medical waste incinerators acceptable in Chile?
Yes. Our systems are supplied with documentation to support compliance with Ministry of Health and SEREMI requirements.
Q2. What types of waste can be incinerated?
Infectious medical waste, sharps, syringes, dressings, laboratory waste, and contaminated materials.
Q3. Do you provide installation and commissioning support?
Yes. SCIENTICO provides remote installation guidance, commissioning support, and operator training.
Q4. What capacity is suitable for hospitals in Chile?
Small clinics typically require 25–50 kg/hr units, while large hospitals use 200–500 kg/hr systems.