Fisher & Paykel/Nasal Mask
FlexiFit 406 Petite Nasal Mask
- designed to fit finer-featured faces; incorporates FlexiFit technology with auto-contouring properties
- comes with Glider Strap mechanism, designed for comfort and stability; Stretchgear Headgear features maintenance-free bias diffuser for quiet operation
- comes fully assembled
Call 800/792-3912. Web site: www.fphcare.com Circle 473 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Professional Medical Imports/Oxygen Conserver
Probasics Flo-Rite Pneumatic Oxygen Conserver
- designed to provide a more precise flow and a pulse-type waveform to automatically adhere/adjust to a patient's natural breathing cycle
- gives off a quiet, but audible pulsing sound during inhalation
- available in a dual-lumen design that produces a conservation ratio up to 3:1
Call 800/438-0503. Web site: www.pmiusa.biz Circle 470 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
The Respiratory Group/Oxygen Regulator
Escort Pulse
- flow control dial clicks and holds each of the 12 flow settings from 0-6 liters per minute
- RxLock feature designed to help avoid patient oversaturation
- weighs less than 1 pound
Call 877/877-3774. Web site: www.respiratorygroup.com Circle 466 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Respironics/Compressor Nebulizer System
Inspiration Elite
- packaged with the disposable Sidestream nebulizer
- features built-in handle and power cord storage area
- weighs 3.3 pounds
Call 800/345-6443. Web site: www.respironics.com Circle 469 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Allied Healthcare/Disposable Humidifier
B&F Medical Disposable Humidifier
- available with metal nut or plastic nut, 3 psi or 6 psi, plus high-performance diffuser and audible pop-off valve
- metal nut engineered to prevent cross-threading, stripping, leaking
- durable plastic container with 300 cc working volume capacity at maximum fill line
Call 800/444-0105. Web site: www.alliedhpi.com Circle 477 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Precision Medical/Liquid Oxygen System
EasyMate
- weighs 3.6 pounds full, 2.8 pounds empty
- uses fixed minute use technology; lasts nine hours per fill
- fill time is 10 to 20 seconds
Call 800/272-7285. Web site: www.precisionmedical.com Circle 489 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
CareFore Medical/Portable Power Source
Medical Portable Power Source
- supplies a CPAP machine with up to 12 hours of uninterrupted power
- recharges in less than two hours from a car's cigarette adapter
- carry bag available
Call 877/554-5400. Web site: www.careforemedical.com Circle 476 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
ResMed/Flow Generator S8
Elite
- option of fully integrated humidification with HumidAire 3i compact humidifier
- includes expiratory pressure relief therapy mode designed to improve comfort and compliance
- personal assistant patient reminder system, remote data downloading and therapy management capabilities
Call 800/424-0737. Web site: www.resmed.com Circle 478 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Ferraris Respiratory/Spirometer
KoKo Legend
- built-in printer; direct connection for 8.5 × 11 printing
- animated, real-time incentive graphic
- test result can be transferred into KoKo PFT Spirometry software via a standard USB cable
Call 800/574-7374. Web site: www.ferrarisrespiratory.com Circle 474 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Sunrise Medical/Oxygen Concentrator
DeVilbiss 515A 5-liter concentrator
- same performance as existing 515D concentrators, but features new rotary valve for quieter operation
- DeVilbiss-branded compressor; has no compressor HEPA filter
- internal component layout designed for cooler running, easier access and repair
Call 800/333-4000. Web site: www.sunrisemedical.com Circle 467 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Invacare Corp./Humidifier
Polaris EX EZ-Fill Humidifier
- made for use with the Invacare Polaris EX CPAP
- water chamber features a large lid
- designed to open easily and facilitate filling and cleaning
Call 800/333-6000. Web site: www.invacare.com Circle 471 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Inogen/Oxygen Therapy System
Inogen One
- designed to perform as both a stationary and portable oxygen source
- weighs 9.7 pounds, including battery; 12.39-inches high, including handle
- duration of three hours; recharge time approximately three hours with AC or DC power
Call 877/446-6436. Web site: www.inogen.net Circle 472 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
Responsive Respiratory/Oxygen Conserver
Respond O2 Ultra-Conserver
- pneumatic design; 1 to 6 lpm delivery in .5 lpm increments; continuous flow at all settings
- built-in regulator to eliminate need for backup regulators
- weighs 13.8-ounces; 4.8-inches in length
Call 866/333-4030. Web site: www.respondo2.com Circle 468 or visit www.homecaremag.com for company information.
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Trends
“Respiratory new product trends are following the
trends of society. Everything is driven to be smaller, quieter or
less expensive. When you think about computers, electronics and
cell phones, it's the same thing. Patients are transitioning to
products that don't just meet patient needs, but meet patient wants
as well.”
— Scott Wilkinson, group product manager for oxygen
therapy, Invacare Corp.
“In this era of government reimbursement cuts,
manufacturers must supply providers products that enable them to
reduce operating costs and increase profits without compromising
patient health and safety.”
— Tim Clark, vice president sales and marketing, Precision
Medical
“It's no longer just about product — it's about
clinically efficacious product that is coupled with programs and
services that provide optimal solutions for both the provider and
patient. … It's a total package and win-win for the health
care provider and patient.”
— Kristin Mastin, director of respiratory marketing,
Sunrise Medical
