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Orthopedic & Spinal Instruments
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Gauthier Biomedical Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsGauthier Biomedical, a leading provider of orthopedic and spinal instrumentation, has introduced a new brochure featuring the company’s capabilities, manufacturing and prototyping services and ISO certification. Gauthier Biomedical is the inventor of the no-play ratcheting screwdrivers, which allow orthopedic surgeons to obtain a solid and precise feel when tightening screws, connectors or locking implant constructs.
Safety Seals & Sets
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Product Releases | CommentsEPS has added a number of new styles and sizes to its growing line of tamper-evident Safety Seals and Sets. In addition to their existing metal safety links and locks, they have designed a bright red bio-hazard seal for the safe securing of hazardous waste. The new Pull-Thru Seals for crash carts and emergency drug boxes is also available.
Chemotherapy Medication Bags
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe EPS Chemo-Safety Bags are constructed from extra-heavy 4-mil gauge plastic for safety, leak resistance and security when transporting cytotoxic medication. Each bag has a large yellow imprint area displaying a Chemotherapy Bio-Hazard warning as well as safety instructions. Packaged in either 100 or 500 cases, the bags are available in both six- by nine-inch and 12- by 15-inch sizes for convenience and batch preparation.
Work Positioners
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Presto Lifts Inc | Product Releases | CommentsThe Lift Stik™ is a compact and versatile lift transporter that distributes its load evenly over four oversized casters that roll easily over thresholds and uneven floors. Lift is achieved by a powered, continuous chain in the unit’s single mast. A hand-held push-button remote allows the operator to lift or lower the platform from any side of the unit and at dual speeds for safe, efficient control.
Medication Labeling Systems
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Xodus Medical | Product Releases | CommentsThis user friendly medication labeling system allows facilities to customize medication labels by surgical specialty online, meeting JCAHO’s National Patient Safety Goal requirement for OR labeling. The synthetic labels feature a high quality adhesive with a unique coating that prevents ink from smearing or labels from detaching or tearing when exposed to water.
Safety Power Supply Panel
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Post Glover Lifelink | Product Releases | CommentsThe XTL Panel isolated power supply provides vital, safe power to surgical lasers and X-ray systems with a special design that energizes with one simple motion, locking power on until the procedure is complete. Many existing OR power supplies cannot handle simultaneous X-ray or laser procedures and older panels may carry the risk of being accidentally shut off.
Male Luer Lock Syringe
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Qosina | Product Releases | CommentsQosina now offers a medical-grade, black opaque male luer lock syringe. The syringe is made from a high-density, acid resistant polypropylene that is approved for medical applications. This syringe is ideal for use with UV or visible light curing. It can also dispense low viscosity materials and fissure sealants.
Ankle Brace
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Swede-O, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe X8 ankle brace features exclusive twin dual-purpose straps that can be applied quicker and easier than those utilized by other braces currently in use. The twin dual purpose straps allow easy readjustment of support levels, and are specially designed to secure both on the brace and on each other, providing a tight fit around the entire ankle.
Padded Blood Pressure Cuff
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Alco Sales & Service Co. | Product Releases | CommentsThe COMFORT CUF® blood pressure cuff is designed specifically for extended patient comfort. The cuff is convenient, durable, accurate and 100 percent leak tested to deliver superior quality. Available in six sizes ranging from infant to thigh, the cuffs are equipped with 20-inch tubes and free connectors and adapters.
Portable Air Purification System
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Airsonett, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Airsonett Airshower®, a portable air purification system that delivers purified air directly into a person’s breathing zone, is now available with two new wheel-based dolly systems for easier maneuverability and placement. The dolly systems include a larger wheel version specially designed for nursing homes and patients in hospital and a smaller wheel version for home use.
Alternating Pressure Mattress System
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Graham-Field Health Products | Product Releases | CommentsThe AltaDyne™ XT Alternating Pressure/Low Air Loss Mattress System provides both low air loss and alternating pressure therapy, with pressure and alternating cycle time adjustable from five to twenty minutes in five-minute increments, and six options for mattress pressure. The AltaDyne XT also comes with a host of practical safety features including vapor-permeable, fluid resistant cover; an AutoFirm function to inflate the mattress quickly; emergency CPR quick-disconnect for quick deflation; patented cell-in-cell design to prevent bottoming out in case of power failure; an easy-to-use digital controller with panel lock function to prevent persons other than caregivers from changing settings and visible and audible alarms.
Sterilization Container
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Medline Industries, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThis reusable sterilization container has an innovative design that eliminates the disposable filters and locks/arrows required by other container systems. This provides facilities with an easy to use and secure container. The containers will also eliminate the majority of a facilities wrap usage.
Latex Free Surgical Gloves
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Medline Industries, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsSensicare Polyisoprene Latex-Free Surgical Gloves are designed to address and solve the problem of the stiff, brittle and uncomfortable fit and feel often associated with non-latex gloves. The Sensicare line of latex-free surgical gloves is made from Medline’s Isolex™ Polyisoprene, which mimics the properties of natural rubber latex, while eliminating the harmful latex proteins.
Preoperative Hand Prep
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Medline Industries, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsSterillium® Rub antiseptic meets and exceeds the FDA requirements for pre-operative surgical hand preps, including 6 hour persistence. It contains a blend of emollients that protects the skin, prevents drying and irritation and allows easy gloving. The hand prep’s unique formula dries quickly after applying and leaves the hands feeling soft and smooth, without leaving product build up.
Topical Anesthetic
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Gebauer Company | Product Releases | CommentsNon-ozone depleting Spray and Stretch® is an instant topical anesthetic intended for use with the Spray and Stretch Technique in the management of myofascial pain, restricted motion, and muscle spasms. It can also be used for the temporary relief of minor sports injuries. Available in a convenient aerosol can, Spray and Stretch features a fine stream spray and a cooling effect equivalent to Fluori-Methane®, which it replaces.
