Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Here are the latest product-related developments in the eldercare marketplace, from McKnight's


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• THE LATEST BUZZ

Web browsers

August 06, 2008

Turns out it may not be so bad when employees use the Internet to check personal e-mail and do other non-work activities. A study appearing in the June issue of CyberPsychology and Behavior finds that virtually everyone is guilty of sometimes using the Web on the job for things that could hardly be called work-related. Investigators also found that most people really aren't slackers. In fact, employers who allow staff to efficiently handle a few personal errands online see a residual benefit: workers get back to focusing on their jobs more quickly than if they were required to go off-site.
 

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Vancare introduces the Van-Go, a lightweight, high strength aluminum full body lift, designed to meet most common lifting needs. Optional attachments include gate-training ambulation side arms, 2-point sling attachment, clip-style and the Vancare floating 4-point sling attachment.

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• NEW IN THE MARKET

Wall flowers

August 06, 2008

Artone Manufacturing Limited has introduced a new line of wall-mounted furniture. The pieces are designed to maximize space while keeping personal care items within easy reach, according to the firm.
 

Keeping up the pressure

August 06, 2008

Smith & Nephew's EZCARE system provides negative negative pressure wound therapy. This approach has proven clinically effective for promoting healing. Compared to other options, this system can be less uncomfortable while facilitating quicker dressing changes, the company notes.
 

Committed to memory

August 06, 2008

Kingston Technology Company announced that it has begun shipping its DataTraveler 400 with MigoSync software and DataTraveler 100 in 16 gigabyte capacities. These flash drives let business travelers keep files and documents up-to-date when away from the workplace, according to the firm.
 

• NEWSMAKERS

Medline buys DelSite's wound care division

August 06, 2008

Medline Industries has purchased DelSite's Carrington Wound Care division, according to an announcement from both firms. Under the terms of the agreement, trademarks and related patents for the division's wound care products will be transferred to Medline. Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
 

Joerns implements EzMed software

August 06, 2008

Joerns Healthcare recently announced the successful go-live implementation of EzMed, a qualified SAP Business All-in-One partner solution for the medical device industry. Joerns said the software implementation will help it maintain a reliable supply chain, keep strict inventory controls, manage regulations and enhance customers' overall experience.
 

Premier pushes for GS1 supply chain standards

August 06, 2008

Premier will require manufacturers to support global supply-chain standards enabling the identification and tracking of medical devices and products. The GS1 standards are likely to spawn the use of more RFID technology in the sector.
 

Kronos names Dickson Chief Administrative Officer

August 06, 2008

Charlie Dickson has joined Kronos in the newly created role of chief administrative officer, the company has announced. He will be responsible for the global management and execution of functions including finance, information technology, human resources, legal, manufacturing, procurement and facilities.
 



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