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National Institutes of Health Award a $1.7M SBIR Grant to MicroTransponder to Develop a Neurostimulation-Based Therapy to Treat Tinnitus

MicroTransponder, Inc., a privately-held medical device company, announced that it has been awarded a $1.7M SBIR grant from the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) to develop a neurostimulation-based therapy for the treatment of Tinnitus. This project builds... - September 01, 2010 - MicroTransponder Inc.

Diaton Tonometer Receives Approval in Australia by Government Department of Health and Ageing

BiCOM Inc., obtained approval for unique medical device Diaton, Through the Eyelid Tonometer by Department of Health and Ageing, Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), which approves new medical devices before they can be sold in Australian market. Diaton Glaucoma IOP Eye Test through the eyelid aids in quick and painless glaucoma diagnostics in children and adults. - August 29, 2010 - BiCOM Inc.

Ronco Expands Its Line of Nitrile Examination Gloves

Ronco adds Ronco Touch, pink nitrile examination glove to its portfolio of products. Being 100% latex free and powder free, Ronco Touch is available in X-Small, Small and medium sizes. - August 28, 2010 - RONCO

C.R. England and Insight Diagnostics, Inc. Announce Successful Collaboration Enhances Employee Productivity

C.R. England and Insight Diagnostics, Inc. (IDI) have formed a strategic alliance to provide state of the art technology to enhance patient care at England’s Lakeside Clinic. IDI’s FDA approved Electrodiagnostic Functional Assessment (EFA) is a Class II diagnostic device and service protocol for assessing soft tissue injuries. - August 27, 2010 - Insight Diagnostics Inc

KVA Stainless Introduces New Technology to Produce High Toughness Seam-Welded Pipe for Gas and Oil Production/Pipelines

Patent Technology Creates a New Market for Low Cost, High Strength Stainless Steel Pipes. - August 27, 2010 - KVA Stainless

CW Optics Announces Clinical Trial of Breakthrough Technology for Wound Imaging for Diabetics

CW Optics, Inc. announced today a clinical trial at Richmond's Chippenham and Johnston-Willis (CJW) Medical Center to investigate the safety and efficacy of WoundImager®, an advanced optical imaging device for monitoring the effectiveness of therapeutic management of chronic wounds caused by... - August 27, 2010 - CW Optics, Inc.

CW Optics Announces Clinical Trial of Breakthrough Technology for the Detection of Intravenous Infiltration

CW Optics, Inc. announced today the launch of a clinical trial at the Virginia Commonwealth University Health System to investigate the safety and efficacy of ivWatch®, a novel optical device for monitoring intravenous (IV) infusion sites for infiltration. Each year, there are approximately 150... - August 27, 2010 - CW Optics, Inc.

United Foam Expands Kissimmee, Florida, Fabrication Operations

United Foam’s Kissimmee, Florida, location has added water jet cutting capabilities to its foam fabrication operations. This new capability greatly expands United Foam’s south east operations by increasing manufacturing output, incorporating new materials, servicing new applications and... - August 19, 2010 - UFP Technologies, Inc.

J&L Plastic Molding Announces Certification to ISO 13485

J&L Plastic Molding announced its management system has been certified to ISO 13485:2003 and ISO 9001:2008. These certifications enable J&L to better serve the medical market with systems designed, implemented and maintained to meet the stringent requirements of the medical... - August 18, 2010 - J&L Plastic Molding

ChemDAQ Ramps Up Distribution Channels for Steri-Trac® Sterilant Gas Monitoring System

Company expects continued growth in both sales and reputation with new deals in place. - August 18, 2010 - ChemDAQ, Incorporated

O’Hara Labcoat Tablet Coating Equipment with Containment

O’Hara introduces contained version of its laboratory and pilotscale tablet coating equipment with modifications to accommodate flexible containment system. - August 18, 2010 - O’Hara Technologies

Orchid Expands Cleaning and Packaging Capabilities in Southfield, Michigan

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions, a leading supplier and technology provider for the orthopedic industry, expanded operations for cleaning and packaging to their facility in Southfield, Michigan. “We are excited to expand this capability and streamline the process for our customers,” said... - August 18, 2010 - Orchid Orthopedic Solutions

CEO Will Rosellini and MicroTransponder Inc. Named Finalists for the 10th Annual Tech Titans Awards

The MTBC has named CEO Will Rosellini a finalist for the Tech Innovator category and MicroTransponder a finalist for the Emerging Company Horizon category for the 10th Annual Tech Titan Awards in Texas. - August 17, 2010 - MicroTransponder Inc.

Orchid Names Matt Burba Executive as VP of Implant Manufacturing, Mark Burba as Executive VP, Machining, Andrew Ferreri as General Manger of Orchid MACDEE

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions, a worldwide leader in contract design and manufacturing solutions for the orthopedic, dental and cardiovascular markets, recently announced leadership changes at Orchid. Mark Wellman decided to step down from his duties as Vice President of Orchid MACDEE, Orchid... - August 16, 2010 - Orchid Orthopedic Solutions

Versa DR Achieves Seamless Integration with ImproMed's Infinity Practice Management Software

InnoVet is pleased to announce a seamless DICOM (Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine) integration between the all-new Versa DR digital imaging system and ImproMed, Inc.’s Infinity Practice Management Software. - August 13, 2010 - Summit Industries

Bentec Named Top Medical Device Manufacturers in Sacramento

Bentec Medical Inc. was named as one of the top medical device manufacturers in the Sacramento area by The Sacramento Business Journal, because the small company produces such large numbers in the silicone medical device manufacturing business. - August 12, 2010 - Bentec Medical Inc.

InnoVet® to Donate Digital Versa DR to Qualifying ACVR Teaching Hospital

Visit with InnoVet at the Annual Meeting for the American College of Veterinary Radiology August 16-19, Grove Park Inn & Spa, Asheville, NC - August 11, 2010 - Summit Industries

Smith & Schaefer Provides Flexible Solution for Medical Facilities

Cincinnati based healthcare furniture dealer offers Herman Miller Healthcare’s COMPASS - August 11, 2010 - Smith & Schaefer

StutterFree Speech Therapy Tools Are Now Available to the People of Kuwait

StutterFree Speech Therapy Tool can be purchased at Alseleh Clinic in Abraq Khiatan, Kuwait, without the waiting time of a mail order from the United States. - August 11, 2010 - StutterFree Inc.

VQ OrthoCare® Named Health Care Innovation and Research Finalist in 4th Annual Health Care Champion Awards Presented by the San Diego Business Journal

Finalists Recognized at Special Awards Reception Ceremony on July 22nd at Doubletree Hotel in Mission Valley, Calif. - August 06, 2010 - BioniCare

Colorado BioScience Association Seeks Region’s Top Innovators for Venture Showcase Competition at 2010 BioWest Conference & Expo

The organizers of the annual BioWest Conference & Expo are again looking for the best bioscience start-ups in the region as candidates for this year's $7,500 Dorsey & Whitney Venture Showcase Award. Four companies will be chosen to present at the showcase on Wednesday, September 29, 2010, and will be judged by a panel of venture capitalists. Deadline for entry is Friday, August 20. - August 04, 2010 - Colorado BioScience Association

Smith & Schaefer Showcases Design for Top Notch Education and Treatment Facility

St. Elizabeth Healthcare Regional Diabetes Center Opens Doors in Covington - August 01, 2010 - Smith & Schaefer

Steri-Trac® System Purchased by Two More VA’s

Medical centers in Florida and Tennessee are the latest to choose ChemDAQ system for sterilant gas monitoring. - July 31, 2010 - ChemDAQ, Incorporated

Now Patients Living with Osteoarthritis of the Knee Can "Dream" Their Way to Better Knees with the BioniCare® Night-Wrap

Expanded Delivery Options of the BioniCare Knee System to Help All Patients Treat Knee Pain, Even While Sleeping - July 29, 2010 - VQ OrthoCare

Offshore Group Client Company Increases Its Manufacturing Footprint in Mexico

Manufacturer of factory automation components adds to production capacity in Saltillo, Mexico. - July 22, 2010 - The Offshore Group

Offshore Group Client Company, EE Technologies, Expands in Anticipation of Growth

Electronics manufacturing service provider to augment its West Mexico manufacturing footprint. - July 17, 2010 - The Offshore Group

Intertek Organises ISO 14001:2004 Lead Auditor Training Programme in Bangladesh

Intertek, a leading global provider of quality and safety solutions, organised a five-day, IRCA-registered ISO 14001:2004 Lead Auditor Training programme in Dhaka from July 05 to July 09. The training, designed for both auditors and management representatives, helped participants understand the... - July 17, 2010 - Intertek

Phase II Medical Manufacturing Taps Former ElectroCraft Plant Manager and Lean Champion Richard Henderson as New Production Manager

Phase II Medical Manufacturing Inc., the innovative leader in the assembly, testing, and packaging of single use disposable medical devices, announced today that Richard Henderson has joined Phase II as its Production Manager. “Rick brings a laser like focus on Lean Manufacturing Principles... - July 17, 2010 - Phase II Medical

Hanu Surgical Devices’ ROTIGS Intubation Medical Device by Inventor Dr. Brad Napier Demonstrates How Creatively Combining Known Concepts Is Key to Innovation

Honolulu Dr. Brad NaPier, Ear Nose and Throat Surgeon, invents new medical tracheal intubation device that showcases the process of new product innovation by creatively combining known concepts. - July 16, 2010 - Hanu Surgical Devices

Veinlite® by Translite LLC Introduces New Veinlite® EMS Tools with Vein Imaging

Veinlite® by Translite LLC is introducing the new EMS Tool for vein imaging and its new convenient functionalities for all emergency services applications. - July 16, 2010 - TransLite LLC

Global-Med Technologies Group, Inc. (GTG) Consolidates R & D Operations with Mosaic Medical Technologies, Inc. in Sarasota Florida, US

Global-Med Technologies Group (GTG) announces the consolidation of its research and development operation within its new subsidiary Mosaic Medical Technologies, Inc. (Mosaic) in Sarasota, Florida, United States. - July 14, 2010 - Global-Med Technologies Group Inc (GTG)

Intertek Assures Continued Market Access to the European Union for Cosmetics Manufacturers

ISO 22716 auditing and certification services provide method of compliance with new GMP regulations. - July 11, 2010 - Intertek

Global-Med Technologies Group, Inc. (GTG) Acquires OrthoIT³

Global-Med Technologies Group, Inc. (GTG) (www.global-med.us.com) announced that it has completed its quest to acquire OrthoIT³, LLC for undisclosed terms. The two groups have been in discussions for over a year on acquisition and came to agreement last week. OrthoIT³ was formed as a... - July 10, 2010 - Global-Med Technologies Group Inc (GTG)

Another VA Chooses ChemDAQ

Oregon facility becomes 53rd VAMC to purchase Steri-Trac monitoring system for employee safety. - July 10, 2010 - ChemDAQ, Incorporated

Unimed-Midwest Introduces Wrap-It™ Bandages – Versatile Wraps for Uniform Compression and Support

Wrap-It™ Bandages with hook and loop closures are ideal compression wraps and supports for medical needs and sports injuries. Available in a variety of sizes, these breathable, reusable bandages are machine washable, sterilizable and latex-free. - July 09, 2010 - Unimed-Midwest, Inc.

Pst Designs Power Nut and Screw for First Bionic Foot in World

Precision Screw Thread Corp. collaborated with Ossur, a Iceland based bionic technology firm, in designing a power screw and nut set for the world’s first truly bionic prosthetic foot, the PROPRIO FOOT® . According to Ossur, the PROPIO FOOT® “thinks for itself, responding... - July 03, 2010 - Precision Screw Thread Corp.

Balance Systems, Inc. Sponsors COLDFLEX Video Contest

Balance Systems, Inc. is sponsoring the COLDFLEX® Self-Cooling Medical & Veterinary Therapy Products Video Contest entitled "The Power of COLDFLEX®.” With more than $500 in prizes, this is your chance to win. - July 02, 2010 - Balance Systems, Inc.

Colorado BioScience Association Commends Boettcher Foundation on Historic Launch of Webb-Waring Biomedical Research Program & Inaugural Class of 'Boettcher Investigators'

Colorado BioScience Association commends Boettcher Foundation on launching the new Webb-Waring Biomedical Research Program and its 2010 (Inaugural) Class of Boettcher Investigators. This new grant program will ensure that the Webb-Waring legacy lives on both through the discovery of new knowledge that improves human health and through the investment in and advancement of early-career scientists. - July 01, 2010 - Colorado BioScience Association

AIM JORACO’s TOGGLE-AIRE Laser Guided Die Cutting Solution Enters the Fine Arts Industry

No Boundaries, Inc. Utilizes AIM JORACO’s Laser Guided Die Cutting Solution to Aid in Production of Wall Art - June 30, 2010 - AIM JORACO

AB Controls, Inc. Introduces Nested Pipette Tip Robot (Trx) System

AB Controls, Inc. has integrated a robotic arm with an existing Biomek FX for the delivery of disposable pipette tips. - June 27, 2010 - AB Controls, Inc.

ChemDAQ, Inc. Launches Blog

Company seeks to expand knowledge of sterilant gas users with increased internet presence - June 26, 2010 - ChemDAQ, Incorporated

Dental Implant Arizona Specialist Dr Kevin Gasser on the Wellness Hour

The expert dental implant surgeon in Arizona has indicated that Dr. Kevin Gasser, Chief Dental Officer of Gasser Dental Corporation, was face-to-face with Randy Alvarez. - June 25, 2010 - Gasser Dental Implant Center

Economic Development Executive Holli Baumunk Named President & CEO of the Colorado BioScience Association Effective July 12

Holli Baumunk, Vice President of the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation for the past seven years, has been named President & CEO of the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) July 12. The announcement is made by Rick Jory, CBSA Board Chairperson, who says Baumunk was unanimously... - June 24, 2010 - Colorado BioScience Association

Medical Modalities Seeks Partners to Market Air Fluidized Therapy Medical Beds

Medical Modalities is a distributor of Air Fluidized Therapy (AFT) Beds for patients primarily who have severe pressure wounds (bedsores). Medical Modalities is one of three present manufacturers of AFT beds in the United States and only one of two that provides this therapy in patients' homes. Medical Modalities is seeking AFT partners in other sections of the country that presently provide specialty mattress and related wound care services to patients in home care or institutional settings. - June 23, 2010 - Medical Modalities

Recent Headlines Within Medical Equipment & Supplies Manufacturing

Recent Headlines
Within Medical Equipment & Supplies Manufacturing