Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH), situated in the Ablekuma South District within the Accra Metropolitan District of the Greater Accra Region, Ghana, has taken a significant leap forward in healthcare infrastructure by implementing a large-scale Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) oxygen generator for hospital. This state-of-the-art facility is a game-changer for KBTH, the sole public tertiary hospital in the southern part of the country, affiliated with the University of Ghana’s medical school.
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH)
Established on October 9, 1923, with an initial capacity of 200 beds, KBTH has evolved into a powerhouse with a current capacity of 2,000 beds, making it the third-largest hospital in Africa. Renowned as the leading national referral center in Ghana, KBTH houses three centers of excellence: the National Cardiothoracic Centre, the National Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and the Radiotherapy Centres.
Despite its growth, KBTH faced a critical challenge in the supply of medical oxygen since 2001. Relying on daily deliveries of oxygen cylinders, the hospital struggled to meet the increasing demand. The situation worsened with logistic challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, leaving the hospital without a reliable oxygen supply, jeopardizing patient care and operational continuity.
Recognizing the urgency of addressing this issue, KBTH embarked on a transformative project. The goal was to construct a new hall to house a comprehensive oxygen supply system capable of meeting the needs of thousands of patients, as well as supporting various medical procedures, even during peak hours. The hospital aimed for a 24/7 availability of oxygen, with robust backup solutions to mitigate power failures—a common occurrence in the country.
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The project, a collaborative effort involving experts from the United Kingdom and Germany, resulted in the development of a system capable of supplying 300 cubic meters of medical oxygen per hour. This cutting-edge system comprises three large air compressor stations, three oxygen generator systems, and three high-pressure stations connected to eight substantial banks of oxygen storage and filling stations.The logistical complexity of this oxygen generator for hospital involved shipping all equipment from the United Kingdom and Germany in large containers. A dedicated team from these countries spent three months on-site, overseeing the installation and commissioning of the PSA application.
The successful implementation of this initiative has transformed KBTH into a self-sufficient medical facility with the highest oxygen purity in the country. The hospital can now provide consistent and reliable oxygen support to its vast patient population, ensuring seamless healthcare delivery and overcoming the challenges that once hindered its operations. This milestone underscores the commitment of KBTH to advancing healthcare infrastructure and improving patient outcomes in Ghana.
Dominik Fernandez (Director - Oxysystems GmbH), Matthew Harvey ( Project Manager) and Radek Lanc - (Director) at Oxysystems Limited
One of the Three Oxygen Generators
Massive Air Compressor Station
