Healthcare environments demand more from every component within a facility, including electrical devices and accessories. Patient rooms, laboratories, and treatment areas are subject to frequent cleaning, making durability and ease of maintenance important considerations during specification and installation.
The Challenge of Maintaining Clean Environments
In many healthcare settings, surfaces are regularly cleaned and disinfected to support infection-control protocols. While wallplates for healthcare facilities may seem like a small detail, gaps around healthcare electrical devices can present challenges in areas where cleanliness and environmental control are priorities.
How Gasketed Wallplates Help
Gasketed wallplates are designed with a built-in gasket that helps create a tighter seal against the wall when properly installed on a flat, smooth surface. This design can help:
- Reduce liquid seepage around healthcare electrical devices
- Minimize air leakage through wallplate openings
- Support environments with stringent cleaning procedures
- Provide a durable, easy-to-clean surface
Common Healthcare Applications
Because of these benefits, gasketed wallplates for hospitals are often considered for:
- Patient rooms
- Laboratories
- Cleanrooms
- Pressure-controlled spaces
- Areas subject to frequent cleaning and disinfecting procedures
A Small Upgrade That Can Make a Difference
Healthcare facility designers and maintenance teams continue to look for ways to enhance cleanliness and building performance. In fact, discussions with major healthcare systems about their facility priorities and maintenance concerns helped highlight the need for solutions that can support cleaner, more controlled environments. While often overlooked, sealed electrical wallplates can be a practical solution in applications where reducing liquid intrusion and minimizing air seepage are important considerations.
Learn more about gasketed wallplates and their applications on Leviton’s Gasketed Wallplates page.