RECENT PRODUCT NEWS

For 25 years SPM International has been providing a range of protection solutions that are perfectly adapted to meet the requirements of staff, patients, designers and builders. Being expert in its field, it knows exactly what clients require in terms of protection, hygiene and comfort.

The Sanitary Medical Disposal Services Association (SMDSA) was formed in 1992 as an association of leading companies specialising in the packaging, collection, transport and disposal of clinical, hygiene and sanitary waste throughout the public and private sectors.

With an incomparable manufacturing heritage, Sirrus by Gummers has a unique background in commercial brassware and water control solutions. Specialist in providing products for the healthcare sector, Sirrus by Gummers offers a comprehensive portfolio of products which are tailor-made for this market.

Taylor Young is a multi-disciplinary town planning, architecture, healthcare and urban design consultancy. The business has over 100 staff who operate from offices in Manchester and Liverpool.

As the world leader in wireless synchronised technology, Primex Wireless is committed to helping improve healthcare standards while reducing facility maintenance costs.

Ecophon’s fully integrated Light Coffers – used for general lighting or lighting in a specialist area, creating even illumination – include many new features including slimmer and lighter aluminium profiles. Delivered in kit form, ease of installation is a major feature, with a fully finished and illuminated 2.4 x 2.4 m coffer installed in just half a day.

Outbreaks of illness caused by harmful bacteria such as Staphylococcus Aureus, E.coli, Listeria sp, Salmonella and so-called “super bugs” are constantly in the news. And, while there is no substitute for good hygienic practices, Rust-Oleum Mathys recognises the need for extra protection and so, for the second year running, will be exhibiting its range of Biosan Hygiene Coatings at the show.

Haigh’s new Sluicemaster Panaway is a smaller, more efficient bedpan disposer which helps address environmental concerns.

White Young Green (WYG) is an international multi-disciplinary consultancy providing a comprehensive range of high quality socio-economic, planning, environmental, engineering and management services to clients in the public and private sector.

At this year’s exhibition, Analox will be launching its new Safe-Ox Oxygen alarm. The Safe-Ox is specifically designed for the laboratory/hospital environment. It is cost-effective, easy to use and is an invaluable safety aid wherever enriched oxygen or nitrogen is used and/or stored due to its ability to detect both low and high oxygen levels.

MD Technology specialises in the provision of electronic document management systems (EDMS) within the estates management environment, and will be demonstrating the major features of its RapidACCESS software package at the Healthcare Estates event.

PKL Healthcare is a leading specialist provider of modular operating theatres and fast-track healthcare facilities. Its vast experience, excellent track record and professional team allow it to provide modern, fast-track, high-quality, turnkey facilities.

Following a period of intense product design and development, the Healthcare Estates 2006 Conference and Exhibition will see the unveiling of Static Systems’ new range of patient hand units, including patient LCD television and lighting to complement the company’s MODUS bedhead services trunking system launched at last year’s show.

The newly launched Speedline High Impact Acoustic Wall System will be promoted by Speedline. The system is ideally suited to healthcare environment applications and combines the benefits of standard and specialist boards in a single, easy to specify, install and finish package.

Offered by Tenon Washrooms is a comprehensive portfolio of products that can deliver a solution to all washroom design briefs and budgets. In addition to cubicles, a full range of vanity units, light pelmets, panelling, duct systems and lockers are available.

Healthcare building specialist Yorkon will be showcasing its off-site construction services, as well as launching a range of new design options at this year’s conference and exhibition.

SoftSols Group, a company with an established 22-year track record within the estates and maintenance management sector providing specialist maintenance and facilities software, has launched Agility, an estates maintenance management product that offers value for money in the market.

DDC is launching a new Combi range of bedpan washers.

The threat of infection exists in all environments. As a result, there is a real need for protection from bacteria and cross-contamination from walls, doors and floors.

At this year’s Healthcare Estates exhibition, Thomas & Betts staff will be available to discuss new standards and legislation in emergency lighting, fire detection and lightning protection.