RECENT PRODUCT NEWS

TOSHIBA MEDICAL SYSTEMS has upgraded its Xario ultrasound system, which offers visualisation of minute tissue details and vascular structures with precision, for a faster, more accurate diagnosis.

ESCHMANN EQUIPMENT, a leading manufacturer of operating theatre equipment, will be partnering with KINGS SYSTEMS CORPORATION, a manufacturer of high quality anaesthesia and critical care products, to distribute its range of medical products in the UK.

With MRSA bacteraemia rates hovering around 1,000 cases per quarter (HPA report: April 2008) the need to prevent hospital acquired infection, in particular, catheter related bloodstream Infections, is greater than ever. This objective could be made easier with the launch of a new infection control product from PLIVA.

SLEEPWORKS PRODUCTS, a start-up company based in Colwyn Bay, North Wales has developed a simple, effective and user-friendly device, called “Snorekil”, that puts an end to sleep disruption due to snoring.

Ideal for the smaller lab or budget, LANCER’s latest 910LX washer-dryer for laboratory glassware has many new features and benefits including rapid HEPA-filtered injector drying and on-board chemical storage.

A new 24/48 hour ambulatory blood pressure monitor, designed to improve patient comfort and convenience for staff, is available from APC CARDIOVASCULAR.

ENVIRONMENTAL HYGIENE PRODUCTS is one of the largest sackholder manufacturers in the UK. Its premium range is designed for hands-free operation and has the option of the Biocote antimicrobial coating.

See it Safe fabric with X-static silver fibre technology is proven to reduce the risk of MRSA. TORAY TEXTILES EUROPE’s range of textile products are extremely safe, comfortable to wear and appropriate for both patient and staff.

As a Rapid Review Panel (RRP) level 1 recommendation firm, BARD has been listed on the NHS, www.clean-safe-care.nhs.uk website, which aims to provide information on reducing healthcare acquired infections (HAIs).

MÖLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE will be highlighting its continuing commitment to educating healthcare professionals. The experience and knowledge of its expert clinical team. Nigel Braithwaite, clinical development manager and Jane Aston, clinical nurse consultant, are now available to present “Continuing Education Sessions” on a variety of current issues at hospitals or Trusts.

BIOCOTE will be presenting an update on the latest environmental and laboratory-based research surrounding silver antimicrobial technology within the healthcare environment. The link between environmental contamination and HAIs is a hot topic among infection control professionals, with acceptance that equipment and furniture can be both reservoirs and transmitters of bacteria.

STERIS is a leading global provider of infection prevention, contamination control, decontamination microbial reduction, and surgical and critical care support products, services and technologies used in the healthcare industry.

The U GROUP supplies an innovative plastic fire retardant sackholder range, developed to meet the exacting specification of the NHS technical memorandums. The range provides a convenient alternative to metal units, providing an easy care and maintenance option, which has proven popular with healthcare professionals.

HYGIENICS BIOSECURITY was founded in 1999. Its services comprise the Community Equipment division, which cleans and disinfects in excess of 250,000 pieces of care equipment annually, and the rapidly expanding Hospital Disinfection Division.

OSPREY DEEP CLEAN will be showing its Provap fully integrated dry steam vapour decontamination system together with special tools developed in co-operation with the healthcare industry.

Virusolve+, from AMITY, combines a cleanser and disinfectant in a non-toxic, biodegradable compound that is simple and safe to use anywhere. An innovative blend of dodeclymine structures, solvents and completely safe detergent, Virusolve+ cleans and disinfects without leaving harmful residues and continues fighting micro-organisms long after application.

SCHÜLKE is a leader in international infection control and is an NHS Supply Chain preferred partner.

Based on proprietary chlorine dioxide technology, TRISTEL SOLUTIONS’ range of infection control solutions now includes products designed and packaged to meet the specific needs of different fields of infection control.

GAMA HEALTHCARE, formed by two medically qualified doctors, manufactures a wide range of wipes designed for infection control. Clinell Universal Sanitising Wipes provide a single universal solution which can be used to disinfect and clean hands, surfaces and equipment. They contain an antimicrobial, patent-pending formula capable of killing at least 99.999% of germs according to the European standards EN1276 and prEN12054. They are also effective in 30 seconds according to EN1500.

The New Pulpmatic Macerator from DDC DOLPHIN claims to reach new standards in the maceration of biodegradable pulp product bedpans, bottles, vomit bowls and other similar articles. Special features include the Pulpmatic’s hands-free automatic lid, with non-touch infrared operation, and automatic disinfection of the internal maceration chamber. The Pulpmatic is claimed to be the first to adopt this hands-free approach, which has major benefits in reducing cross contamination and HAI’s.