I am delighted to be speaking and holding workshops at the 17th annual BMXnet event on the 7th to 10th of September 2023. It is a special opportunity to share ideas and techniques with our peers for professional growth. I’m looking forward to the enriching experience with all of you who can participate again!
Updated & New Classes
for BMXnet 2023
Needle Control + Workshop – Thu. 11am-12:30pm on Stage
“Needle control” refers to the precise manipulation and handling of piercing needles during the piercing process. This class focuses on teaching participants how to confidently control the needle’s movement for accurate and controlled piercings, minimizing discomfort for the client. The “workshop” aspect implies that attendees will have the opportunity to engage in practical exercises to improve their needle control skills, potentially using simulators or safe training materials.
Needle Bending & Modification – Thu. 7pm-8:30pm
This class will be centered around modifying piercing needles to suit specific piercing situations. Needle bending and modification involves altering the angle or shape or the needle tip to accommodate different piercing placements, anatomies, or jewelry styles. This skill can be especially valuable for piercers who encounter unique client needs or want to offer more specialized piercing services.
by: Brian Skellie & Rubén Triguero
Needle Blanks Tips & Tricks Fri. 9am-10:30am
What is a needle blank? The use of needle blanks in disposable piercing technique, how to make tools with them.
Needle blanks are an essential component in the field of body piercing. They are clean, deburred and precisely sized needle tubing without a sharp point, typically made from high-quality stainless steel. These blanks serve as the foundation for creating various types of piercing needles. They play a crucial role in a single use/disposable piercing technique.
The single use/disposable piercing technique has gained popularity due to its emphasis on hygiene and reducing the risk of cross-contamination. In this technique, piercers use sterilized single-use needles and tools, eliminating the need for reprocessing. The needle blanks can come into play in this process, as they allow piercers to customize and create piercing devices to suit different types of piercings, ensuring a more comfortable and accurate piercing experience for the client.
by: Brian Skellie & Rubén Triguero
Open Piercing Workshop – Fri. 4pm-8:30pm
This is an open piercing workshop – if enough attendees want to get pierced, we will have a lot to talk about, demonstrate etc. … so get ready for some hands-on action!
by: Brian Skellie & more
Understanding Materials – Sat. 11am-12:30pm
This class delves into the various materials used in body jewelry, their properties, and their compatibility with different types of piercings and skin sensitivities. Topics will include specifications for metals, polymers, glass, and other materials commonly used in body jewelry, discussing factors like biocompatibility qualities, durability and why standards matter. Includes details about the APP Body Jewelry Verification Program: Phases 1 and 2.
Anodizing is Awesome! #anodizingisawesome – Sat. 4pm-5:30pm
Anodizing Class + Scientastic Demonstration!
Brian Skellie makes it easy for you to anodize your titanium and niobium body jewelry with detailed information and rationale, accompanied by live demonstration and step by step instructions. How can this surface finish process make a difference in your client’s healing results? How can you re-anodize for client jewelry if the color has worn off? These questions and more answered in this class.
Topics covered:
- How and why to include anodization into your workflow for a cleaner and less reactive surface finish
- How to offer instant coloration / re-colorization for customers
Anodization Advanced – Sun. 9am-10:30am
Hands-On live anodizing
Anodizing Class + Scientastic Demonstration!
Advanced class is extra paid (50 EUR)
Statim 2000 USED / REFURBISHED
STATIM 2000 Cassette Autoclave
Reconditioned used units validated and spore tested with one year warranty
- Ultra-fast 6 minute unwrapped cycle
- 14 minute wrapped cycle
- Exceptional instrument turnover
- 10 minute Dri-Tecc Drying Technology
- Aseptic transfer of instrument directly to the point-of-use
- Reduced instrument investment
- Prolongs instrument life
The STATIM 2000 Classic boasts a 6-minute cycle, but has the added advantage of employing a fully removable chamber so you can aseptically transport a set of freshly sterilized instruments directly to the procedure area.
The STATIM 2000 is fully automatic. Simply select one of the three sterilization programs and with a single touch of the keypad, begin the cycle. An advanced microprocessor controls all functions and maintains optimal sterilization conditions, from start to finish.
SciCan's STATIM cassette sterilizers have a biological effectiveness that has been proven in tests for hollow and solid instruments at many internationally recognized institutes in Canada, the United States, and Europe.
The STATIM 2000 is a reliable cassette sterilizer that's compact enough to fit in procedure areas and fast enough to sterilize jewelry, expensive Lasik, PRK, endoscopic and cataract instruments, including phaco handpieces, between procedures - it can complete an unwrapped sterilization cycle in just six minutes and a wrapped cycle in 14 minutes.
Dri-TecC – Convection heat drying technology
The STATIM 2000 uses convection heat to dry instruments by utilizing the remaining heat in the system after the sterilization phase. Heat is captured and released into the cassette, drying wrapped instrument loads in as little as 10 minutes.
| Cycle | Unwrapped | Wrapped | Rubber/Plastic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterilization time | 3.5 minutes | 10 minutes | 15 minutes |
| Sterilization temp. | 135º C | 135º C | 121º C |
| Total cycle time | 6 minutes | 14 minutes | 20 minutes |
ACCESSORIES available in the Shop:
01-100008A Cassette complete (with rack 01-106653)
01-100028S Seal & lubricant kit
01-100207S Air compressor filter
01-102119S Microbiological air filter
01-100812S Waste bottle complete
01-100204S Exhaust tube
01-103945S Instrument rack for unwrapped instruments
01-106653 Instrument rack for wrapped instruments
SCI134 Test Strip indicators (box of 250)
01-101783S Water reservoir cap & filter
01-109300S Water reservoir filter
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Unit Size : | L 480mm x W 415mm x H 150mm L 19" x W 16.25" x H 6" |
| Cassette Internal Dimensions : | L 280mm x W 180mm x H 35mm L 11" x W 7" x H 1.5" |
| Reservoir Capacity : | 4.0 litres (distilled water) Approximately 40 cycles |
| Weight without water : | 21 kg/46 lbs |
| Power Consumption : | 110-120 V, 60Hz, 1300 W |
When you receive your Statim 2000 packing carton, the items listed below will be included.
If any of the items are missing, contact us immediately so that the situation can be corrected.
- Cassette Tray and Lid
- Unwrapped Instrument Rack
- Waste Bottle
- Bottle Lid Fitting
- Power Cord
- Operator's Manual
- Exhaust Tube
- Tube Mounting Hardware
Finance your equipment at our checkout
*The use of STATIM sterilizers was introduced to the body art field in the early 1990's by Brian Skellie at Piercing Experience, and developed in community along with other practical innovations in applied safety precautions and techniques.
FREE for those who purchased their Anodizer or STATIM from Brian through Piercers.com or Statim.us, and includes membership to Brian’s anodization training group.
Advanced Anodizing Techniques for Body Jewelry
Scientastic live demonstration!
Advanced class is paid or free for those who purchased their anodizer from Brian, and includes membership to a private professional anodizing forum full of videos, photos and expert user advice and detailed educational guide and color chart as a PDF download.
*Discounted for current anodizer owners and those who have already attended one of Brian’s previous Anodizing workshops
Piercing Techniques + Hands-On Live Piercing
This class covers a comprehensive range of piercing techniques, including discussion of sterilization, placement considerations, and proper procedures for different types of piercings. The “hands-on live piercing” component indicates that participants will have the opportunity to observe or participate in actual piercing procedures under the guidance of an experienced instructor. This type of interactive learning helps aspiring piercers gain practical skills in a controlled environment.
Upcoming
Events
- BMXnet 7th – 10th September 2023
- UKAPP 24th – 26th September 2023
- AUPP 23rd – 25th October 2023
- Needles : The Cutting Edge
- Anodizing is Awesome!
- Panel Discussion with Luis Garcia and Ryan Ouellette
- APP-PT 1st – 4th November 2023
- Needles : The Cutting Edge
- A rising tide lifts all boats
- Understanding Materials
