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Rehab center at Illinois hospital upgrades mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems
Transitional care unit remains fully operational during MacNeal Hospital construction
11/11/2015
Hospice UV installation cuts HVAC maintenance costs and increases IAQ
Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation systems in HVAC PTACs and split system A/C minimizes mold and saves thousands of dollars in maintenance costs annually
2/26/2015
Schneider Electric offers HealthBuildings Risk Assessment program
Schneider Electric launches new healthcare services designed to help mitigate risk, increase efficiency, extend lifecycle and increase safety at hospitals
7/31/2013
Channel drains an option for healthcare facilities and ADA compliant showers
Luxe Linear Drains channel drains are ADA compliant and a good option for barrier-free, wheelchair accessible showers.
7/12/2013
Online video shows benefits of monitoring critical power management systems
A new video is now available online demonstrating how the ASCO PowerQuest Power Monitoring and Control System can aid in proper management of a critical power management system.
7/1/2013
Customizable furniture system makes healthcare waiting rooms more comfortable
Regard, a new customizable furniture system from Nurture by Steelcase, is comprised of approximately 150 separate components and integrates modular seating, casegood elements, space division, power and tables.
6/12/2013
Chilled beam can increase capacity, decrease power draw
The SEMCO IQHC (high capacity) Series of active chilled beams' cooling capacity has been increased by 50 percent over previous models, while dropping pump and fan horsepower needs.
6/5/2013
Case study: Zone defense fire detection strategy preserves peace at hospital
A fire protection system based on zone detection helped St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center in Twin Falls, Idaho, minimize patient disruptions while providing full coverage.
5/28/2013
Case study: Hospital HVAC system doesn't scrimp on comfort, quality or savings
When Geary Community Hospital in Junction City, Kansas, embarked on a $34 million expansion three years ago, they didn't let their small town location keep them from installing an HVAC system more typical of big city hospitals.
5/17/2013
Rubber flooring has a neutral palette to complement any finish
Nora system's norament satura rubber flooring features a flexible color palette that includes a subtle array of neutrals and saturated accent colors in a tone-on-tone design.
5/14/2013
Bedpan washer can operate on 1.28 gallons per flush
American Standard's bedpan washer diverter for flush valves can effectively operate with as little as 1.28 gallons of water per flush, when combined with a high efficiency American Standard piston-operated flush valve.
5/9/2013
Case Study: Green roof provides instant gratification for Washington hospital
When Providence St. Mary Medical Center in Walla Walla, Wash. needed to replace the 16,000-square-foot structural roof over the operating suites, they went one step further and installed a 10,000-square-foot section of vegetative roofing as well.
5/1/2013
Hospital-grade USB charger has tamper-resistant receptacle
Legrand's Pass & Seymour Hospital Grade USB Charger with tamper-resistant receptacle is available in 15A and 20A, 125V versions.
4/30/2013
Case study: Brattleboro Retreat's new windows offer more than a view
Wausau 4000i-DT Series windows improve patient safety while preserving the historic styling of the Brattleboro Retreat Children's Inpatient Program building.
4/26/2013
Case study: Tailored elevator system keeps hospital traffic flowing smoothly
Children's Hospital of Illinois at OSF, Saint Francis Medical Center required an elevator system that could meet the demands for fast and safe movement of people and equipment throughout the facility.
4/26/2013
Tunable LED luminaires will mimic natural changes in sunlight patterns
Acuity Brands to market tunable LED luminaires that better mimic natural sunlight.
4/24/2013
Laboratory exhaust fan features mixed flow wheel, high plume discharge
Greenheck's Vektor-MH mixed flow, high plume laboratory exhaust fan features a mixed flow wheel and high plume discharge.
4/22/2013
New Joplin hospital chooses brick construction for tornado resistance
Mercy Hospital Joplin will use clay brick exteriors, known for their tornado-resistant attributes, in the construction of the new hospital.
4/18/2013
New hardware options make windows accessible to those with disabilities
Wausau Window and Wall Systems has introduced hardware options for its INvent Series of windows that make them more accessible to people with disabilities.
4/16/2013
Touchscreen panel PC can be used as kiosk in healthcare facilities
A new all-in-one touchscreen panel PC can be used as a self-serve kiosk in healthcare environments such as doctor's offices, clinics and hospitals.
4/15/2013
Faucet system is designed to aid infection control
A hands-free automatic faucet system is now available to address infection control needs in environments such as healthcare facilities.
4/11/2013
New finish for metal surfaces is designed to inhibit bacteria growth
A new antimicrobial protection finish for both interior and exterior high-touch metal surfaces is designed to inhibit the growth of bacteria.
4/11/2013
Healthcare provider workstations available in wall-mount and AC-powered models
Midmark Corporation's line of Care Exchange Workstations includes new wall mounted and AC powered options.
4/5/2013
Workstation uses UV lamp to decontaminate work area
Erlab's CaptairBio PCR Workstation helps prevent sample contamination between PCR operations.
4/3/2013
Case study: New HDTVs meet nursing home needs
The Berkley East Convalescent Hospital purchased 100 Panasonic 32-inch TH-32LRH30U LCD patient room displays, after testing models from three different manufacturers.
4/1/2013
LED light bulbs recalled by Lighting Science Group
Sold under the brand names Definity, EcoSmart, Sylvania and Westinghouse, Lighting Science Group has recalled about 554,000 120-volt LED bulbs due to risk of overheating.
3/27/2013
Power strip is suitable for patient care areas
Legrand ULM Series Medical Grade Plug-in Outlet Center provides surge protection for medical applications and can be used in patient care areas in compliance with Article 517 of the National Electrical Code.
3/21/2013
Ceiling panels designed to withstand high–traffic healthcare settings
CertainTeedCeilings' new line of Performa Rx Symphony ceiling panels are designed to meet performance guidelines set by The Facilities Guidelines Institute's "Guidelines for Design and Construction of Health Care Facilities" (2010 Edition).
3/19/2013
Case study: Floorazzo tiles decrease operating room sterilization time between procedures
Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Md., had to replace the flooring in its operating rooms four times in four years due to the impracticality of the homogeneous sheet vinyl product being used. The solution was Floorazzo, a resilient flooring product.
3/15/2013
New line of door hardware addresses needs of behavioral health centers
Assa Abloy presents a new line of door hardware to address the specific needs of high-, medium- and low-risk behavioral health environments.
3/13/2013
Case study: Keeping cardiac operating room conditions bright, clean and productive with dynamic glass
Children's Hospital Colorado selects electronically tintable glass for cardiac unit operating room windows to increase staff access to daylight while maintaining sterile conditions.
3/5/2013
Case study: Metal panels help hospital achieve LEED gold
St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center features technological advances that not only provide more comprehensive care services but reduce the carbon footprint as well.
3/1/2013
Case study: Dimmable LED lighting augments patient comfort in hospital's wound care center
Lighting was a key consideration when renovating the Advanced Wound Center at Henry County Hospital in Indiana.
3/1/2013
Automatic swing door meets hospital and medical building needs
Automatic swing door systems can be used at entrance doors, in surgical areas, on cross-corridor doors — anywhere complete access without hands-on door contact is required.
2/28/2013
Case study: California hospital's ceilings offer alternate seismic compliance path
Good looks weren't the only consideration when selecting the interior finishes at Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria, Calif. Ceilings also had to perform to stringent seismic standards.
2/28/2013
Case study: High-abuse light fixtures maintain behavioral health campus safety
Trillium Family Services, which provides behavioral health services, was having a problem maintaining safety levels due to broken light fixtures. A solution was found in Kenall Lighting's high-abuse fluorescent and LED luminaires.
2/27/2013
New wall panel may aid acoustics in healthcare facilities
A new wall panel has been introduced for sound absorption in interior spaces where traditional suspended ceiling systems cannot be used, such as healthcare facilities.
2/8/2013
Stanley Healthcare adds to line of wire shelving systems
Stanley Healthcare has announced new additions to its wire shelving systems for hospitals and healthcare organizations.
2/8/2013
Explosion proof ultraviolet light has potential healthcare germicidal use
A new explosion proof ultraviolet light with outputs appropriate for use as germicidal control within the healthcare industry has recently been introduced to market.
2/1/2013
Case study: HVAC retrofit improves hospital indoor air quality
Governair LLC, designer and manufacturer of custom air handling solutions headquartered in Oklahoma City, Okla., recently released a new case study of a hospital HVAC retrofit done to improve indoor air quality.
2/1/2013
All-in-one Advocate Lavatory System wins awards
The Advocate AV-Series Lavatory System is the first fixture of its kind to provide a completely touchless sink with soap, faucet and hand dryer contained in one unit, introduced to the market in June by the Bradley Corp., it has since won two design awards.
1/31/2013