On Our Radar
Free range
Proximity EXA-6200 is a new cabinet design that incorporates an articulated arm that is ergonomically designed to improve the ability of hospital staff to interact with patients. The adjustable arm can be raised or lowered 16 inches to enable staff to work standing or sitting and swivels horizontally a full 180 degrees. It includes a small upper cabinet that is 5.25 inches deep for concealing a CPU and cables. Proximity Systems Inc.
Early warning
Intelligent VESDA-E detection technology actively draws in air from the environment and can notify building staff to potential fires before they develop. It also can now integrate with fire panels Notifier and Gamewell-FCI without the need for additional hardware or wiring. The technology is ideal for highly secure environments. Honeywell International Inc.
Support system
A line of redesigned bariatric grab bars brings more options to accommodate needs of people of all sizes in health care restroom applications. The new models are now rated at 900, 1,000 and 1,250 pounds to provide ultimate user stability. A wide selection of grab bar configurations are available to furnish a variety of restroom layouts. Bradley Corp.
Health care helper
Relay robot is a new autonomous service robot for deployment in such care uses as pharmacy and laboratory pickup and delivery. It is designed to help hospitals optimize labor productivity. It is able to operate elevators, doors and navigate busy public corridors as well as deliver medicines, blood, lab specimens, snacks and documents safely and reliably 24 hours a day. Swisslog Healthcare
Infection Prevention
Hands-free disinfection
The Tru-D SmartUVC’s instrument-grade sensors calculate an accurately timed cycle to ensure a consistent, thorough disinfection. The system disinfects an entire room, top to bottom, from a single placement, allowing operators to perform other tasks during the disinfection process. An app calculates usage efficiency and performance through a cloud-based web portal, making tracking and reporting easy. Tru-D SmartUVC
Keep it clean
The EvaClean suite of infection prevention products unites advanced technologies with less toxic chemistries and proven processes for a completely integrated system. The Protexus line of Touchless Electrostatic Sprayers are standardized around PurTabs, a Hypochlorous Acid-based sporicidal in effervescent tablet form. The system is backed by proprietary compliance processes including training, procedures, support, and standardized instructions for fool-proof disinfection and sanitization. EvaClean
On the defense
S.A.G.E. UV Bolt comes with a mobile stand and two pulsed Xenon whole-room units that may be deployed on opposite sides to give nearly 360 degrees of coverage. The units are height-adjustable with an easy-locking clamp to secure them in place. Caster wheels provide for easy movement. Violet Defense LLC
Safe surface
Helios is an automated UV-C hard-surface disinfection system effective against multidrug-resistant organisms including Clostridium difficile, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and Acinetobacter. The system implements multiple emitters that allow disinfection of all areas of the health care environment in a single cycle, including the bathroom. Surfacide
CMMS Software
Data dashboard
Connectiv is a modern, mobile-enabled cloud solution that manages all aspects of facility equipment and assets. Connectiv features built-in application programming interfaces that allow health facility professionals to collate data from multiple systems, allowing real-time decision-making. The drag-and-drop workflow engine allows users to easily build automated processes. Accruent
On the record
CRx tracks and documents Joint Commission Elements of Performance for facility compliance. Floor plans are integrated into the CRx system and binders stay updated with inspections as well as third-party reports. The system can help with risk analysis and can record interim life-safety measures. Health Care Facility Compliance Corp.
Key insights
eMaint is a system for managing data-driven maintenance operations at health care facilities. The system helps to predict failures, eliminate downtime and improve reliability. The cloud-based software allows organizations to operate efficiently anytime, anywhere and was developed with a configurable interface and intuitive functionality. Fluke Corp.
Steady flow
HEMS helps hospitals stay in compliance through advanced tracking and reporting features that address requirements of The Joint Commission and other regulatory bodies. It helps to ensure that enterprisewide, standardized corporate policies and procedures are always accessible. Work orders for preventive and corrective maintenance are automatically prioritized based on urgency. EQ2 LLC
