Long-term cost effectiveness
Durability and reliability are critical for any long-term investment in patient privacy. When you factor in the ongoing costs of washing, replacing, and managing curtains, Silentia screens are a significantly more cost-effective choice over time.
Our screens are built to last, backed by a warranty and a proven technical lifetime of at least 10 years. For many hospitals, the initial investment pays for itself in as little as one to three years.
Total cost of ownership (TCO)
At Silentia, we often encounter the assumption that hospital privacy curtains are the cheaper, simpler solution compared to our privacy screens. The truth is, when you consider the long-term costs, resource use, and operational demands, the total cost of ownership tells a much clearer story. Unlike screens, curtains require ongoing laundering, frequent replacement, and significant staff time.
Hospital curtains vs Silentia screens
■ Purchase ■ Handling ■ Cleaning
Considering the long-term benefits, costs, and resource savings – total cost of ownership – curtains come at a much higher cost.
Calculate your return on investment
Compare the cost and resource impact of textile or disposable curtains against Silentia screens.
For a more detailed comparison based on your specific setup, contact us and we will prepare one for you.
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Quantity of curtains vs screens
Enter the number of curtains or screens in your facility.
This is used to calculate the total cost and environmental impact for both options.
Enter the number of curtains or screens in your facility.
This is used to calculate the total cost and environmental impact for both options.
Return On Investment
ROI shows how quickly Silentia screens pay for themselves compared to curtains.
It calculates the break-even point where the higher initial cost of Silentia is offset by lower ongoing cleaning/replacement costs.
Formula: (Silentia cost - Curtain cost) ÷ (Annual curtain cost - Annual Silentia cost)
ROI shows how quickly Silentia screens pay for themselves compared to curtains.
It calculates the break-even point where the higher initial cost of Silentia is offset by lower ongoing cleaning/replacement costs.
Formula: (Silentia cost - Curtain cost) ÷ (Annual curtain cost - Annual Silentia cost)
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Resources
Shows the annual resource consumption for each option based on your selected quantity and cleaning frequency.
Textile curtains: Energy (kWh) and water used per wash cycle.
Disposable curtains: Plastic waste generated per replacement.
Silentia screens: Only disinfectant and cleaning wipes needed.
Shows the annual resource consumption for each option based on your selected quantity and cleaning frequency.
Textile curtains: Energy (kWh) and water used per wash cycle.
Disposable curtains: Plastic waste generated per replacement.
Silentia screens: Only disinfectant and cleaning wipes needed.
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Bispebjerg Hospital, Copenhagen
Bispebjerg Hospital in Copenhagen replaced 260 disposable curtains between patient beds with a more hygienic and eco-friendly alternative from Silentia. It took six weeks from initial contact to complete the installation, and the modularity of the screens means they can be transferred to new hospital buildings in the future.
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