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WEBSITE VOTED BEST FOR PFT SUPPLIES
Easy to search by catalog number or keyword,
vacumed.com lists most common and many
unusual PFT and Stress testing products,
including photos, specifications, cross references,
prices and quantity discounts:Filters,
Mouthpieces, Nose Clips, Tubing, Breathing
Valves, Gas Collection Bags, Peak Flow
Meters. Gas Analyzers: O2, CO2, N2, CO,
Oxygen Sensors and Calibration Gases.
Exercise Devices: Stationary bicycles
(Ergometers) also new Pediatric Bike,
Treadmills and VO2 Calibrators. Spirometers:
10 models to choose from. VacuMed, Ventura
CA 93003, (800) 235-3333 Fax (805)654-
8759 e-mail: info@vacumed.com.
 THE HYBRID™ PATIENT INTERFACE
Hudson RCI, a division of Teleflex Medical, is
proud to introduce the Hybrid patient interface.
The Hybrid is a unique fusion of technologies,
designed to be a universal interface for both
patients and providers. This one product serves
as a nasal interface, an oral interface and a
combination of the two. The unique design of
the Hybrid promotes patient comfort by eliminating
pressure points on the forehead and
across the bridge of the nose. For more information,
call 1-866-246-6990.
TRUSTED, FULL RANGE HME
For 15 years, the ThermoFlo™ System from
ARC Medical has been trusted to provide
humidification to patients from intubation to
extubation. ThermoFlo™ has earned a reputation
for being the finest in its field of HME
devices. No competitive product can provide
higher humidification or lower resistance to
flow than the ThermoFlo™ System.
Secretions are effectively sequestered in the
Secretion Solution compartment of the
ThermoFlo™ Filter S. ThermoFlo™ Trach is a
new addition to the ARC line of products.
Call 800-950-2721 for information or visit us
at www.arcmedical.com. ARC Medical -
Trust earned through 15 years of experience.
NEW VENTILATOR INTRODUCED
The Newport e500 is a critical care ventilator
for infant/pediatric & adult application. Can be
used for invasive & non-invasive vent.
Provides comprehensive mode selection,
including dual modes VTPC & VTPS, expanded
monitoring & a smart alarm system. Selfcalibrating,
integrated oxygen monitor, panel
lock & internal battery back-up improve ventilator
management & enhance patient safety.
Integrated graphics monitor offers comprehensive
diagnostic information with touch screen
ease for complete waves, loops and numeric
analysis. For information call 800.451.3111
ext. 282 or visit ventilators.com.
ORIGINAL INDUCTIVE PLETHYSMOGRAPH
Ambulatory Monitoring, Inc. provides the
Intuctotrace original inductive plethysmograph
design - standard for monitoring respiratory volume
changes from the chest/abdominal wall.
Respiratory patterns reflecting intercostal/abdominal
changes, summed in a 3rd channel, identify
obstructive apnea. The Inductotrace is now
enhanced by the addition of Inductoview Software
with Personal Measurement Device, which provides
an effective method to capture respiratory
data by adding a simple interface to Windows
9X/NT via USB eliminating the need for A-to-D
cards. For more information, call 800 341-0066 or
visit www.ambulatory-monitoring.com.
EasyOne SPIROMETRY SYSTEM
ndd Medical Technologies offers the EasyOne
Spirometry System which uses the company’s
patented ultrasonic flow measurement technology.
This cutting edge highly configurable spirometer
features FVC, FVL, SVC and MVV testing.
The graphic curve display allows quick assessment
of results. Meets ATS recommendations for
diagnostic spirometry. The EasyOne runs on AA
batteries for portability and can interface with a
printer or PC. EasyWare software allows for long
term storage of patient records. For more information
call us at 877-904-0090 or visit our website
at www.nddmed.com.
 HI-FLOW OXYGEN DELIVERY
The Standard in High Flow Therapy.
Vapotherm, Inc. produces the Vapotherm
2000i, a respiratory therapy device that
allows hi-flows of breathing gases to be
delivered by nasal cannula or other interfaces
using a unique membrane technology
to warm and saturate the gas stream. The system
is used to deliver breathing gases in a
variety of indications for neonatal, pediatric
and adult patient populations. The 2000i
includes a series of indicators and alarms to
allow the clinician to deliver safe and effective
therapy. Call 866-827-6
NEW SLEEP SENSORS FROM SLP
SLP Inc. recently introduced the
SleepSense® family of sensors for recording
sleep studies. Included are sensors for respiratory
effort (disposable/reusable), airflow,
motion detection, body position & snoring.
In addition to the SleepSense® products, SLP
is marketing a disposable screening test for
sleep apnea. The SleepStrip® is a cost-effective
disposable screening tool marketed in
the U.S. by Medline Industries. The Company
has also introduced the BiteStrip®, a disposable
screening tool for the detection of bruxism.
This product is being marketed by Great
Lakes Orthodontics.
 NEW CPAP MOISTURE THERAPY PRODUCT
"Compliance made Simple", CPAP Moisture
Therapy (tm) is a new product especially
designed to break the dry skin cycle and lock in
moisture so essential to users of CPAP equipment
used to treat sleep apnea. For over a
decade LouSal Enterprises Inc. has addressed
the chaffing and dry nose issue that has been
documented by caregivers during oxygen and
CPAP therapies. CPAP Moisture Therapy is available
to OEM account, Homecare Dealers, Sleep
Laboratories, Hospitals, Pharmacies and other
caregiving institutions. Inquires/Samples, LouSal
Enterprises Inc., Fax 1-817-560-5562.
RESPIRATION MONITORS
Rochester Electro-Medical, Inc. offers a complete
line of Respiration Monitors for recording
nasal/oral airflow. The newest version of
their popular UltraFlow™ cannula-style monitor
is available in Adult/Child sizes & features
a thinner, smaller design that is strong & reliable
while maintaining the flexibility needed
to provide patient comfort. Inexpensive
Disposable Respiration Monitors are also
offered in Adult & Child sizes and are priced
as low as $50 for a package of 10. For complete
pricing & product information, visit
www.RochesterSleep.com or check out the
new 2006 Product Catalog.
NEW 3 IN 1 HANDHELD MONITORS
Smiths Medical PM, Inc. offers Pulse, SpO2,
and CO2 monitoring, in easy-to-use handheld
devices. The BCI® 3301 is an affordable
pulse oximeter, while the BCI® 3303 provides
pulse ox monitoring w/ alarms,
rechargeable battery, and protective rubber
boot. MiniCorr Digital Pulse Oximeter monitors
SpO2, pulse rate & pulse strength. All PC
compatible, or can be used with an optional
external printer. FingerPrint‚ Pulse Oximeter
has an integral printer and protective rubber
boot. Capnocheck‚ II Capnograph/Oximeter
full-featured monitor provides ETCO2,
inspired CO2, respiration rate, SpO2, and
heart rate measurements.
BRONCHIAL PROVOCATION DEVICE
The TURBOAIRE CHALLENGER from
EQUILIBRATED BIO SYSTEMS, INC. is an
excellent source of portable arctic air for
bronchial provocation and Exercise Induced
Asthma studies. Perform bronchial challenge
testing using cold air, without the wait or
worry associated with obtaining methacholine.
Schedule tests when convenient for
both the patient and you. The TURBOAIRE
CHALLENGER supplies cold air any time, anywhere,
economically. Call us toll-free at 800-
327-9490 or visit us online at
www.ebsmed.com.
NEW SLEEP AUDIO BROADCAST
Sleepmate® Technologies announces the sleep
industries first bi-weekly SleepNews™ audio
broadcast by Sleepmate Radio®. The broadcasts
can be found at Sleepmate.com where you will
also find information on subscribing free of
charge to the SleepNews™ podcast.
SleepNews™ includes the latest in industry
news including trade show calendars from a
variety of media sources. Each podcast is generally
10-15 mins long. No advertising is allowed,
however submissions for enclosure in the calendar
can be sent to JAnderson@Sleepmate.com
for consideration. Visit Sleepmate.com to learn
more about our innovative people and products
or call 1-800-639-5432..
AIRWAY CLEARANCE SYSTEM
Electromed, Inc.’s SmartVest® Airway Clearance
System uses High Frequency Chest Wall
Oscillation (HFCWO) therapy to deliver
effective and well-tolerated airway clearance
treatment for patients who are otherwise at risk
of developing respiratory infections from
retained secretions. The Company’s new
Trimline™ Model emphasizes convenience
in providing HFCWO therapy. The SmartVest
system is Portable, Programmable, and Multi
Positional. The vest is made of a soft fabric
material, is washable, and provides treatment
on a full coverage basis. Call us at 1-800-462-
1045 or visit www.electromed-usa.com.
REUSABLE/DISPOSABLE OXIMETRY SENSORS
The Dolphin 2000/3000™ sensor line provides a full
range of reusable and disposable compatible pulse
oximetry sensors, including Nellcor® compatible sensors.
Dolphin Medical is one of the world's leading
developers of oximetry sensors, having developed
more than 150 oximetry sensors, including high volume,
low cost disposable sensors; high performance,
reusable sensors; specialty niche products (neonatal,
pediatric); and proprietary, high performance products.
All Dolphin compatible sensors have regulatory
approval, and are certified for patient safety. Dolphin
compatible sensors meet or exceed manufacturer's
specifications for accuracy and are certified to be
"Device" compatible.
 MEDCARE IS NOW “EMBLA”
Medcare is now "Embla". We are a new company
with a new focus on being closer to our
customers. With a global headquarters now in
Denver, Colorado we are closer to our largest
customer base. Centralized and expanded
support teams in both Europe and North
America are equipped to meet the needs of
our expanding customer base. We are still the
global leader in sleep diagnostics with
Rembrandt & Somnologica used in over 60
countries throughout the world. Embla is
more than just a new name; it is a new way of
providing sleep diagnostic solutions throughout
the world.
 SPIROMETER AND PF LAB FILTERS
The NAGEL Network, Inc. offers the four leading
manufacturers of viral filters guaranteed to
fit any spirometer or PF Lab. As the leading
national distributor of filters we guarantee the
lowest prices. Same day shipping. Overnight
delivery also available. Bacterial filtration efficiency
is 99.99%. Viral filtration efficiency is
99.90%. Resistance is as low as .4cm
H2O/L/sec. Dead space approx. 50cc.
Filtrete™, the media used, is comprised of permanent
electrets that trap viruses and bacteria
to prevent contamination. For more information,
visit www.Nagelnetwork.com or call us at
800-217-1913.
 POLYSOMNOGRAPHY COURSES
The Atlanta School of Sleep Medicine and
Technology offers 5 and 8 day intensive
courses in clinical polysomnography for
physicians, technologists, respiratory therapists,
and allied health care professionals to
address the needs of the entry level as well
as experienced professional. The 5/day and
8/day courses are available in Atlanta, GA
and San Diego, CA. Special topic courses in
sleep medicine as well as board preparation
courses are also available. Call 800-782-
9418 or visit www.sleepschool.org for more
information.
 MANUAL JET VENTILATOR
Instrumentation Industries, Inc.’s Manual Jet
Ventilator and Transtracheal Catheter may be the
emergency intervention of choice for the patient
with facial trauma, partial airway obstruction,
upper airway bleeding, or otherwise difficult airway
access and management. We have been providing
practical solutions for health care professionals
in Emergency Medicine, Respiratory
Therapy, Critical Care, and Anesthesia for over 30
years. Call (800) 633-8577 or visit www.iiirespiratory.
com.
 CONTINUOUS OXYGEN ANALYZER
Portable and easy to use, the MiniOX 3000
Oxygen Monitor is perfect for "in line" oxygen
monitoring in such applications as hospital and
home ventilators, NICU, and anesthesia delivery
equipment. The MiniOX 3000 Monitor features
high and low oxygen concentration
alarms, automatic calibration, battery life indicators
with alarms, sensor/cable disconnect
alarm, and an alarm verification indicator.
Powered by one 9-volt battery, the monitor provides
up to 1,500 hours of use and is shipped
ready-to-use, complete with oxygen sensor,
coiled cable, retaining strap, tee adapter, and
battery. For more information call 800-851-
4500 or visit www.msanet.com.
 MRI / TRANSPORT VENTILATOR
The pNeuton Transport Ventilator (pronounced
new-ton) provides adult/pediatric volume targeted
ventilation and high performance CPAP for use
in Hospital, MRI and EMS environments. Pure
pneumatic technology eliminates the need for any
batteries. A choice of 100% or 65% oxygen delivery
lets you significantly extend transport times —
up to twice what you might expect. pNeuton is
also available in the model A version with an
internal patient disconnect alarm system. The
alarm is audible and visual with a remote output
for an external monitor. See the rugged versatility
that makes pNeuton your choice in transport ventilation.
Visit www.pneuton.com or call 888-448-
1238.
 NEW GENERIC ALBUTEROL MEDICATION
Nephron Pharmaceuticals introduces the first &
only FDA approved generic version of Albuterol
Sulfate Inhalation Solution, 0.042% individually
foil wrapped and bar coded. Therapists or
patients no longer have the exhausting task of
using multi-dose bottles to measure pediatric
dose strengths. Tired of paying the brand name
price? Then look to the leader in innovative
packaging and safe respiratory medications,
Nephron Pharmaceuticals. Each vial contains
1.50 mg of albuterol sulfate (equivalent to 1.25 mg
albuterol). Preservative & Additive Free. Rated
AN in the Orange Book. Sterile PREDILUTED
with normal saline. Call 800-443-4313 or visit
www.nephronpharm.com.
 EDUCATION TO ADVANCE YOUR CAREER
Advance your career on your schedule, 24/7!
Independence University/CCHS offers
Master's, Bachelor's & Associate's degree programs
for working professionals that need flexible
programs to advance their careers.
Independence University/CCHS has been helping
respiratory professionals upgrade from CRT
to RRT for more than 28 years. Our innovative
24 hour, 7 days a week online services provide
the flexibility and convenience of "anywhere,
anytime" learning for busy healthcare professionals.
CCHS is nationally accredited by the
Accrediting Commission of the Distance
Education and Training Council. Call 800-774-
7616 ext. 6002 to get started today.
 AIR LIFT ACQUIRES CAREFORE MEDICAL
On June 22, 2006, Air Lift Unlimited, Inc.,
acquired the assets of CareFore Medical, Inc. from
CareFore’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy. CareFore
Medical is a developer, manufacturer & distributor
of respiratory accessories worldwide. Air Lift will
continue to sell, service & deliver the CareFore
Medical portfolio of respiratory accessories from
their sales & service center in Evergreen, CO and
their distribution center located in Golden, CO.
Air Lift & CareFore will now provide respiratory
accessories including soft-sided O2 carriers, CPAP
products, O2 therapy products, O2 concentrator
accessories, aerosol therapy products, monitoring
products, suction therapy products, tracheostomy
products & more - worldwide.
 NEW EXERCISE TESTING SYSTEM
Ferraris Respiratory, Inc. introduces the Collins
CPET 680™ CardioPulmonary Exercise Testing
System. CPET 680 redefines accuracy well
above standard requirements. Ergonomically
correct patient interface insures that testing
protocols are not a discomfort. CPET 680
delivers the most powerful assessment and
interpretative analysis on the market. Variable
orifice flow sensor reduces resistance to
breathing as your patients’ minute ventilation
increases. Discover amazing flexibility in formatting
real-time displays, protocols and
reports. For more information Call 800-574-
7374, or visit www.ferrarisrespiratory.com.
 NEW ACTIGRAPHY SYSTEM
The Actiwatch actigraphy system, from
Respironics/Mini Mitter, enables you to record
the sleep/wake patterns, light exposure and
subjective scores from your sleep-disordered
patients for weeks at a time. Applications for
which the Actiwatch products can help you
help your patients include: Insomnia, circadian
rhythms and shift work, treatment effects,
and RLS/PLM. These products are especially
helpful for populations such as geriatrics and
pediatrics. Call us at 800-685-2999 or visit
www.minimitter.com.
 HOME HEALTHCARE OXYGEN SYSTEM
SAN DIEGO – SeQual Technologies Inc.,
which develops oxygen systems, announced
today the launch of its Eclipse™ Oxygen
System. The Eclipse is the only device on the
market that provides continuous flow operation
of up to 3 liters per minute in a portable
unit. The device allows home-bound patients
to be ambulatory, freeing them from 50-pound
stationary oxygen concentrators. Developed
over five years at a cost of $12 million, the
Eclipse weighs a mere 17 pounds, has a
retractable handle and wheels for mobility,
and is about the size of a student’s backpack.
 HOME DISINFECTION TRAINING KIT
All Control III surface & instrument disinfectants
have a pleasant odor, require no ventilation
& are easily disposed. Disinfectant
Germicide: Concentrated formula. 10-min
contact time for disinfection. Solution can be
re-used for 14 days. Laboratory Germicide:
Ready-to-use disinfectant with similar disinfecting
capability as the concentrate, but added
ingredients to inhibit instrument corrosion. 30-
day re-use life. Elite: Ready-to-use detergent
and disinfectant. Effective against TB other bacteria,
and viruses, including HIV-1. Home Care
Kit: Contains 2-oz. bottle of concentrate, 2-qt
soak bucket with lid, measuring cup, & test
strips. 800-546-7711.
 CRITICAL CARE RESPIRATORY CARESTATION
The Engström Carestation® is the first critical
care respiratory carestation to offer integration
throughout the care process. From the ICU to
the Step-down unit, you have the ability to integrate
ventilation with monitoring modules
capable of measuring advanced parameters - a
first in ventilation and exclusively from GE
Healthcare. INview™ Suite: SpiroDynamics®
and FRC INview. New methods in ventilation
monitoring for the clinician. Familiar user interface.
Adaptable and flexible to your environment.
Customizable screens. Non-invasive
ventilation. Easy to maintain. Focused on
patient safety. Visit www.gehealthcare.com or
call 800-345-2700.
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