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2025/08/13

BWS Reusable Sharps Technology Delivers Unmatched Value for Healthcare Systems & Hospitals

Innovation Meets Experience: Robotic Technology with 50 Years of Trust

How BWS's cutting-edge reusable sharps technology delivers unmatched value for healthcare systems and hospitals

The medical waste industry is evolving rapidly, with large corporations consolidating and healthcare facilities seeking more sustainable, cost-effective solutions. At Biomedical Waste Services (BWS), we're proud to announce our latest innovation: state-of-the-art reusable sharps container robotic decanter and automated container washing/sterilization equipment that combines technology with five decades of trusted service.

BWS Reusable Sharps Technology

The Game-Changing Technology

Our new robotic system revolutionizes sharps disposal for high-volume generators like healthcare systems and hospitals. The reusable sharps container robotic decanter and automated washing line work together to provide:

  • Automated container emptying that eliminates human contact with contaminated materials
  • Robotic washing and sterilization and drying ensuring containers are hygienically sanitized consistently and to maximize their lifecycle
  • Streamlined processing that can handle the volume demands of large healthcare facilities

Significant Cost Savings for Healthcare Systems

The financial benefits of reusable sharps containers are substantial, especially for high-volume facilities:

Cost Reduction Benefits:

  • Labor reduction – With full-service program within the 4 walls
  • Eliminate recurring container purchases - No more buying single-use sharps containers
  • Reduce disposal frequency - Each reusable container can be used up to 300-600 times
  • Lower transportation costs - Fewer pickups needed compared to single-use systems
  • Predictable budgeting - Fixed service costs instead of variable container purchases

According to industry studies, healthcare facilities can see a significant reduction in sharps container usage and disposal costs when switching to reusable systems. For a large healthcare system, this translates to thousands of dollars in annual savings.

Sustainability That Makes a Difference

Environmental responsibility is increasingly important to healthcare organizations, and our reusable sharps system delivers impressive sustainability benefits:

Environmental Impact Reduction:

  • Less plastic waste going to a landfill
  • Less single-use cardboard waste 
  • Reduction in CO2 emissions

Enhanced Safety for Healthcare Workers

Our reusable sharps containers aren't just cost-effective and sustainable—they're safer:

  • Puncture-resistant design reduces needlestick injuries
  • Overfill protection mechanism to prevent overfilling and reduce the risk off needlestick injuries
  • Full container exchange service eliminates staff handling of full containers
  • Professional technician management ensures proper handling and compliance
  • Consistent availability prevents overfilling that leads to safety hazards

Why BWS Is Your Better Partner

While large corporations like Stericycle (now owned by Waste Management) and Daniels Health offer similar technology, BWS provides distinct advantages that matter to healthcare administrators:

50 Years of Proven Reliability

  • Family-owned heritage since the early 1970s
  • Deep local expertise in Mid-Atlantic healthcare regulations
  • Personal relationships with facility managers and administrators
  • Consistent service team that knows your facility's unique needs

Flexibility That Large Corporations Can't Match

  • No hidden fees upfront transparent pricing
  • Customized service schedules to fit our customers’ unique needs
  • Rapid response to changing needs or emergency situations
  • Direct access to decision-makers when issues arise

Local Advantage

  • Baltimore, Maryland facility ensures quick response times
  • Regional focus allows for specialized attention to your needs
  • Community investment - we're your neighbors, not a distant corporation
  • Personalized account management instead of call center support

Competitive Technology with Personal Service

  • Same advanced robot technology as the big players
  • Superior customer service with local friendly staff
  • Flexible implementation tailored to your facility's workflow
  • Ongoing optimization based on your specific usage patterns

Perfect for High-Volume Generators

Our reusable sharps system is ideal for:

  • Multi-location healthcare systems
  • Large hospitals with high sharps generation
  • Surgical centers with consistent volume
  • Research facilities requiring reliable, compliant disposal
  • Long-term care facilities seeking cost predictability

The BWS Difference in Action

When you partner with BWS for reusable sharps management, you get:

  1. Professional assessment of your current sharps volume and costs
  2. Custom implementation plan that minimizes disruption
  3. Dedicated service technicians who proactively manage container exchanges
  4. Real-time tracking and reporting for compliance documentation
  5. Ongoing optimization to maximize your cost savings and efficiency

Ready to Transform Your Sharps Management?

The combination of cutting-edge robot technology and BWS's five decades of trusted service creates an unbeatable value proposition. While large corporations focus on standardized solutions and profit margins, we focus on what matters most: your facility's safety, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.

Contact BWS today to learn how our reusable sharps system can reduce your costs, enhance your sustainability goals, and improve safety for your healthcare workers.

Experience the difference that comes from combining technology with 50 years of trusted partnership.

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We provide an outstanding value and service to our regulated waste customers and pride ourselves over the last 50 years on our 100% customer satisfaction with 99% customer retention ratio.

“Our office has been utilizing the services of Biomedical Waste Services, Inc. (BWS) for well over a decade. Their caring, dedicated, and professional team have made it an absolute pleasure to do business with. They are always prompt and courteous in providing whatever service we ask of them. We highly recommend them for your practice!!”

Paul R Miller, D.D.S. and Team

“Our experience with BWS has been uniformly positive. Their services are prompt, professional, and reliable. Their prices are fair and upfront, with no hidden or recurring charges. We highly recommend them as a vendor.”

ZytoGen Patient Services

“My review from 2019: Still using BWS and still think they're great! My review from 2016: We've been doing business with BWS for a few years now, and their service and pricing are great. We previously used a company who provides the same service in our area but overcharged us for years. I would definitely recommend BWS to anyone in the market for waste disposal at a great price with excellent service.”

“I have fantastic very dependable experience using BWS. I have used them weekly for the last 17 years in my dental practice. There always on the day that they're supposed to be, there's never been an issue with any of the invoices.”

Akbar Masood, D.D.S.

“BWS has been handling our biohazardous waste disposal for three years. They have always been helpful and dependable. I recommend them to all who need biohazardous waste disposal services.”

Chris Donaldson

“Been working with BWS for 10+ years. Fantastic service, always on time and polite.”

Dharani Jasthi

“Prompt, professional, and awesome business. We have worked with them for years and couldn't be happier.”

Tomicka Jackson-George, D.M.D.

“I've used BWS for several years now. Their service is great and their fees are very reasonable, making BWS a great value in hazardous waste removal.”

Louis Sachs, D.D.S.

“Professional and always on time! Great service!”

Kate Blair English

“Great option for healthcare waste management. BWS is an independent owned professional organization that is built on integrity and trust. There is no other company in the region that I'd recommend more. Most others say the right things the folks at BWS do the right thing. I'll continue to recommend them.”

Dave Ryan

We are a medical practice in a new location and needed hazardous waste removal services. We have been so pleased with the level of service and professionalism on both the admin and field work end of BWS services, and their pricing is fair and flexible. We would highly recommend them to any medical practice in need of these services.

Kerry Owens, Avalon Plastic Surgery

Every staff member that I have interacted with has been very friendly. They are quick to respond to emails and do a great job.

Jamie Fleming, National Spine & Pain Centers

Excellent company. Received notification that I was on schedule, showed up as promised, and very professional service from office to driver. Excellent service!!!

Keith Roberts, Biomatrix Specialty Pharmacy

Great service! They are always responsive and ready to help. 100% recommended.

Mireia Pedragosa Marin, Synergy Research

They were responsive and quickly start services. They were also great at answering all my questions and updating on when services would start.

Rebecca Crouse, Randolph Macon Academy

We used BWS for sharps disposal at a doctor's office. I saw their bright truck in the parking lot at work which lead me to call for a quote. They responded to my inquiry quickly and thoroughly, answering all my questions. They gave me pricing that was very reasonable, and lower than many companies I checked. They were a pleasure to communicate with via phone and email, no phone tag! The truck arrived the day and time we planned. The driver was very personable and easy to communicate with. The people I interacted with seem to understand the value of customer service. I would highly recommend them. They will take care of you.

Melissa C, Patriot Chiropractic

Excellent, professional service and very reasonable price on medical waste removal. Danielle was fantastic to work with - thanks Danielle!

Dr. Rosario Ignacio

Reliable and affordable

Dr. Thomas Lutz, Odenton Family Dentistry

I've used BWS for several years now. Their service is great and their fees are very reasonable, making BWS a great value in hazardous waste removal. Over the 20+ years that I have used them the scope of their services has increased as well as making documentation of their service easier to use!

Dr. Louis Sachs, DDS

I ran a dental charity for many years, organizing huge clinics to treat those in need. BWS donated their waste disposal services for every clinic for many years, and they continue to do so to this day. This is always a huge job, and they are always reliable, dedicated, and fun to work with. They know what it means to give back.

Eric B.

Great service & professional reps

Brenda Shah

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