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American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons Showcases Tonometer Diaton Tonometry through the Eyelid
Tonometry though the Eyelid Tonometer Diaton by BiCOM Inc. is showcased at ASCRS 2009, San Francisco. American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons ASCRS 2009 is taking place April 3-8. Tonometry through Eyelid is a valuable addition to refractive surgeons. - April 05, 2009 - BiCOM Inc.
Study Shows Stereotactic Biopsy System Delivers Greater Accuracy in Detecting Cancer and Planning for Targeted Prostate Cancer Therapies
TargetScan Touch is a stereotactic biopsy and treatment system delivering precision at the touch of the physician’s fingers. - April 03, 2009 - Envisioneering Medical Technologies
Haws Introduces the HydrationStation™ - The World's First Hands-Free, Hygienic Water Dispenser
Introducing HydrationStation™ - The World's First Hands-Free, Hygienic Water Dispenser. - April 03, 2009 - Haws Corporation
Angelite Intense Pulsed Light Skin Therapy System
Advanced Technology Laser Company (ATL) Receives 510(k) for Angelite Intense Pulsed Light Skin Therapy System. - April 02, 2009 - LaserATL.com
Pennsylvania Identifies MRI Hazards - Mednovus Products Respond
The Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority released 2008 MRI accident data, identifying an alarming number of screening 'misses', particularly pacemakers. Mednovus ferromagnetic detection systems help MRI providers identify many ferromagnetic objects and keep them from entering the MRI room where they may jeopardize the safety of patients and caregivers. - April 02, 2009 - Mednovus, Inc.
Manufacturing in Mexico "Webinar" to be Offered by the Offshore Group
Offshore Group experts discuss the nuts and bolts of establishing and maintaining a manufacturing operation in Mexico during this interactive session. - March 29, 2009 - The Offshore Group
Ronco Registers Nitech® as a Trademark for Its Disposable Examination Glove
Nitech®, the new examination glove from Ronco is now a registered trademark. - March 28, 2009 - RONCO
Shakti Pharmatech Pvt. Ltd. Introduces New Single Punch Tablet Press Mini GMP Model SSP12
Minimum consumption of material in the new model is 200 gms. which makes it ideal for Research and Development in Lab at Hospital, Small Batch Production Units, and Pharmacy Colleges. - March 28, 2009 - Shakti Pharmatech Pvt. Ltd.
Flexiciser International Approved as a Continuing Education Provider to Offer Movement Therapy CEUs
Flexiciser International which provides movement therapy solutions for people with mobility challenges has been approved as a Continuing Education Provider to offer CEUs on Movement Therapy. The educational presentations have been approved for Case Manager CEs (CCMs) through the Commission for Case... - March 27, 2009 - Flexiciser
New Joint Pain Treatment That Helps to Eliminate Medication
Envision ArthriFon LBP an alternative to common treatments for lower back pain. New model of ArthriFon LBP is based technology called vibroacoustic. This combination of vibration and sound penetrates into the core problem of pain because it specifically engineered and designed to eliminate the most widespread pain, the lower back pain. - March 26, 2009 - ElectroChemical Reseach Corp
Veridiam Medical Introduces Advanced Spin Welding Capabilities for Specialized Joining of Plastics to Metals
New Spin Welding capability adds to Veridiam Medical’s array of specialized medical device component manufacturing operations. The Spin Welder allows plastic components to be quickly, cleanly, and permanently attached to metal assemblies. - March 25, 2009 - Veridiam Medical
The Offshore Group Announces the Date of Its Annual Manufacturing in Mexico Conference
Mark your calendar to plan to attend the largest gathering of Maquiladora Industry executives in Mexico. - March 22, 2009 - The Offshore Group
Colorado Bioscience Association Teams with Twenty-Six National & State Partners to Launch the ‘We Work for Health’ Initiative in Colorado
The Colorado BioScience Association is partnering with twenty-six national and state entities to announce the ‘We Work For Health’ initiative in Colorado. The launch event – Saving Lives, Creating Jobs -- occurs today at University of Colorado Denver, Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. U.S. Senator Michael Bennet is the special guest speaker. - March 20, 2009 - Colorado BioScience Association
Gaymar Introduces Sof•Care® Stretcher Overlay, Enabling Pressure Ulcer Management at Every Stage of Care
The Sof•Care Stretcher Overlay is designed to help protect patients against pressure ulcers during transport and while waiting in emergency departments, operating rooms, post-anesthesia care units and other stages of care. - March 19, 2009 - Gaymar Industries
German Automotive Supplier to Establish Operations in Saltillo, Mexico
European plastic injection molded parts manufacturer to produce components for North American market. - March 17, 2009 - The Offshore Group
TargetScan Prostate Cancer Biopsy and Cancer Treatment Earns Industry Acceptance
TargetScan, developed by Envisioneering Medical Technologies, accurately maps the prostate and precisely targets specific locations on the prostate. - March 15, 2009 - Envisioneering Medical Technologies
Quatro Composites™ Receives NADCAP Accreditation
Quatro Composites™, an innovative, leading designer and manufacturer of carbon fiber composite-based products, has been awarded the NADCAP Accreditation for Composites. The certification signifies the manufacturing facility, located in Orange City, IA, complies with all NADCAP standards, including Prepreg/Adhesive Bonding, Resin Film Infusion and Core Processing. - March 14, 2009 - Quatro Composites
Intertek Announces a New Webinar on Managing Questionable Supply Chains
New webinar outlines how manufacturers can gain tighter control over their supply chains, through a combination of design/product validation, supplier audits and field inspections. - March 13, 2009 - Intertek
Prof. Shmuel Penchas Joins Allium Medical as Board Director
Renowned medical expert and the former director of Hadassah Medical Organizationto to help promote medical benefits of Allium’s stents. - March 13, 2009 - Allium Medical
Baxa Corporation Launches “Culture of Safety” Campaign to Recognize National Patient Safety Awareness Week
New Baxa Corporation campaign targets push towards cultural changes that promote patient safety. The campaign is timed to launch during National Patient Safety Awareness Week, March 8-14, targeting both pharmacy and nursing staff in U.S. hospitals. - March 12, 2009 - Baxa Corporation
Veridiam Appoints Andrew Gale as Chief Executive Officer
In selecting Andrew Gale as their new CEO, Veridiam taps the financial experience and enterprise leadership of the former Chief Executive of North America’s largest manufacturer of pressure washing equipment and related wastewater treatment systems. Mr. Gale’s background and capabilities are perfectly suited to guide Veridiam in reaching its goals of accelerated development, the integration of operating units, and the implementation of its growth strategy. - March 12, 2009 - Veridiam Medical
Intertek Announces the Availability of a New White Paper on the Top 10 Reasons to Conduct Performance Testing
New publication outlines the benefits of product Performance Testing, including lowering warranty, improving product quality and reducing costs. - March 11, 2009 - Intertek
Laboratory Stirrers and Magnetic Stirrer from India
REMI is one of the leading manufacturer in the field of laboratory equipments. REMI Laboratory Instruments, has a documented Quality Management System in place and has consequently been awarded ISO-9001:2000 certificate for the manufacturing process. Laboratory Stirrers manufactured by REMI are... - March 05, 2009 - Rajendra Electrical Industries Ltd.
RIEMSER Announces Upcoming Atlanta Bone Grafting Workshop
RIEMSER, a leading manufacturer of bone tissue regeneration, dental implant and wound healing products, has announced an upcoming bone grafting workshop to be held in Atlanta on Friday, April 17th from 8:00 am to 1:30 pm. Cosponsored by A-Titan instruments and the International Dental Education... - March 05, 2009 - RIEMSER, Inc
Anesthesiology Calls for MRI Safety, Mednovus Products to Help
A new Practice Advisory on anesthesia safety by the American Society of Anesthesiologists has just been published in the journal, Anesthesiology. Among the primary findings is a call for effective screening of patients and equipment, an objective simplified with Mednovus ferromagnetic detection systems. - March 04, 2009 - Mednovus, Inc.
Barack Obama Signs Proclamation Save Your Vision Week 2009 – BiCOM with Glaucoma Eye Test Diaton is Preparing to Help
Barack Obama, President of the United States of America proclaims March 1 through March 7, 2009, as Save Your Vision Week. BiCOM Inc home of Glaucoma Eye Test Diaton – non-contact Glaucoma Eye Test through the Eyelid is prepared to assist with vision screenings. Roman Iospa, CEO of BiCOM comments on Presidents support of glaucoma screenings. Early diagnosis and timely treatment are critical to minimize vision loss from eye diseases. - March 04, 2009 - BiCOM Inc.
Baxa Corporation Acquires Florida-Based ForHealth Technologies™
Baxa Corporation, a leading developer of technology for the safe handling, packaging and administration of fluid medications, today announced that it has acquired ForHealth Technologies, Inc., a Florida-based healthcare robotics and software company. The ForHealth acquisition adds IntelliFill i.v.® and IntelliFlowRx™ to the existing Baxa products for pharmacy operations management. - March 03, 2009 - Baxa Corporation
Unique Glaucoma Eye Test Approved by Ministry of Health Mexico. Diaton Diagnostic Tonometers Measure Eye Pressure IOP Through Eyelid. BiCOM Inc Expands to Latin America.
Diaton Tonometer a unique "Glaucoma Eye Test" with FDA, CE, Health Canada and now with Health Mexico approval BiCOM Inc., challenges the issue of blindness caused by glaucoma through out the world. BiCOM, Inc. plans to establish Diaton tonometer distribution channels in every Latin American country. - March 02, 2009 - BiCOM Inc.
Techno-Derm Debuts Clayton Shagal’s Collagen - The First 99% Pure, Professional-Grade Collagen Formulation with 100% Efficacy
Techno-Derm announced today that it’s distributing Clayton Shagal’s Collagen, the first 99% pure, professional-grade collagen formulation on the market able to penetrate protective skin barriers and restore collagen fibrils with 100% efficacy. Comprising about 90% of connective tissue,... - February 27, 2009 - Techno-Derm, LLC
New Product Announcement: MediLock™ Lock Kit Secures Medical Items Easily, Quickly and Inexpensively
Announcing a new product. The MediLock healthcare and safety security lock kit secures controlled substances and expensive items without drilling or installing costly internal locks. By attaching to pre-existing storage pieces, MediLock easily allows compliance with federal regulations and keeps medical items safe and secure. - February 27, 2009 - Unimed-Midwest, Inc.
April 2009 Declared National Safe Handling Awareness Month
National Campaign Aims to Protect Healthcare Workers from Hazardous Drug Exposure. - February 26, 2009 - Carmel Pharma
Linares Medical Devices (LMD) Top Docs Unite - New Era in Plastic Orthopedic Devices
Well-known and respected orthopedic spine surgeon, Richard W. Easton, M.D. has joined Linares Medical Devices Research and Development team. Dr Easton was named to the Detroit Hour Magazine list of “Top Docs” for 2008. - February 26, 2009 - Gerard Thomas Company
United Foam, a UFP Technologies Brand, Improves Capabilities and Response Time at Their Decatur, Alabama Facility
United Foam's Decatur, AL, facility, one of eight United Foam locations, has made significant improvements to enhance their overall quality and service. United Foam has added new equipment, improved upon their material selection, reconfigured its floor plan and has become ISO compliant. - February 26, 2009 - UFP Technologies, Inc.
Free CE Webinar Offered for First-Ever National Safe Handling Awareness Day (April 20, 2009)
Healthcare professionals are invited to participate in a free, one-hour safe handling CE webinar addressing the proper handling of hazardous drugs on April 20, 2009, the inaugural Safe Handling Awareness Day. - February 24, 2009 - Carmel Pharma
Clear Fusion Orthodontic Hybrid Retainers
Clear Fusion Orthodontic Appliances Ltd, Located on Long Island has introduced a new concept in Aesthetic Orthodontic Retention... Today’s patients, especially those completing clear aligner therapy, do not want Wires or the Hawley type retainer. The Invisible Retainer has been available for... - February 23, 2009 - Clear Fusion Orthodontic Appliances Ltd.
United Case™, a UFP Technologies Brand, Introduces Exclusive Foam for Protective Case Inserts
United Case™, a UFP Technologies brand (NASDAQ: UFPT), introduces Case Fit™ 260. Case Fit 260 is United Case’s proprietary foam material used for fabricating custom inserts for protective cases. Case Fit 260 exhibits the most important aspects necessary for interior case protection. - February 21, 2009 - UFP Technologies, Inc.
New Cartridge Bubble Point Tester from PMI
Machine built with ease of use for the end user in mind. - February 20, 2009 - Porous Materials, Inc.
The Offshore Group to Host Aerospace Manufacturing in Mexico Conference in Guaymas, Sonora
Guaymas, Mexico aerospace industry cluster to be examined at international manufacturing event. - February 20, 2009 - The Offshore Group
RONCO Launches New Website
RONCO has launched its new website, www.ronco.ca. The website is simpler, easier to navigate, user-friendly and lists more products than before. - February 19, 2009 - RONCO
Ophthalmic Instruments Inc. Becomes Authorized Topcon Dealer in California
Ophthalmic Instruments Inc (www.oii-ca.com) has announced that the company, which has been the leading ophthalmic distributor in California for more than 30 years, recently became and authorized distributor of Topcon, a world-renowned ophthalmic manufacturer. - February 18, 2009 - Ophthalmic Instruments, Inc.
DryPro® by DryCorp Can Help Save Money for Individuals with an Ostomy
With the DryPro® Ostomy Protector individuals with an ostomy can keep their ostomy secure and dry when showering, bathing, and even taking an active swim. Reducing financial burden and irritation. - February 12, 2009 - DryCorp, LLC
Swimmers with a Broken Arm/Leg Can Now Train in Water Sooner with the DryPro® Waterproof Cast Cover
The DryPro® waterproof cast cover is a completely waterproof, vacuum sealed cast protector that fits over cast/bandages. It allows swimmers with casts and/or bandages to bathe and most importantly get back in the water sooner so they can train. - February 12, 2009 - DryCorp, LLC
DryCorp Now Offers the Latex Free DryPro® PICC Line Protector to Help Physicians Give Their Patients Better Treatment and Quality of Life
Physicians such as: Oncologists, Infectious Disease Doctors, Cardiologists, Orthopedic Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, Family Practice and Internal Medicine Physicians will find the new Latex Free DryPro® PICC Line Protector very beneficial to their patients. - February 12, 2009 - DryCorp, LLC
Colorado BioScience Association and Four Area Economic Development Groups Tout Colorado’s Strengths to the Medical Device Industry at MD&M West in Anaheim
For three days, representatives from the Colorado BioScience Association -- along with four of the state’s economic development entities -- will be showcasing Colorado’s vast medical device sector at the 25th annual Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) West Expo. The... - February 12, 2009 - Colorado BioScience Association
Baxa Corporation Ranks Seventh in ColoradoBiz Magazine’s Top 50 Family-Owned Companies
Englewood-based Baxa Corporation ranks in the top ten among family-owned businesses in the 8th annual ColoradoBiz magazine listing. Baxa is owned and managed by the sons of founder Brian Baldwin. This is the company’s fifth year on the annual ColoradoBiz magazine list. - February 07, 2009 - Baxa Corporation
United Foam, a UFP Technologies brand, to Exhibit Custom Medical Solutions at MD&M West
On display will be United Foam's custom clean room packaging solutions, foam to fabric compression molded medical device components, reticulated foam medical applications and protective cases with custom foam inserts used to protect and showcase medical devices. - February 06, 2009 - UFP Technologies, Inc.
Mednovus Releases MRI Safety Update Newsletter
Mednovus, Inc., vendor of MRI pre-screening ferromagnetic detection instruments, has just released their MRI Safety Update Newsletter, an electronic publication focusing on the latest tools, standards and practices relative to safe and effective MRI imaging. - February 05, 2009 - Mednovus, Inc.
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center Implements New Lab Disinfection System
Genetic researchers have a greener way to keep their labs free from organic contamination. A new technology uses Ultraviolet light to replace manual cleaning. The UV sterilization technology is safe, effective and greener for the environment. - February 05, 2009 - VIGILAIR Systems Inc.
GeneFluidics Inc. Proteus Robotic System Receives ALA New Product Award
GeneFluidics, Inc. is pleased to announce that their Proteus Robotic System has received the New Product Award from the Association for Laboratory Automation (ALA) at LabAutomation2009. The ALA is an international organization devoted to the study, development, and use of laboratory automation. - February 03, 2009 - GeneFluidics Inc.
New President Appointed for Schuster Electronics
Schuster Electronics, Inc., an electronic components distributor headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, has appointed Mike Fine as the new president, effective immediately. Ted Ludeke, owner and former president, will move to an advisory position as chairman. He was pleased to announce the appointment... - February 01, 2009 - Schuster Electronics