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Angels in America: Early-stage investment rebounds | Wall Street Beat
October 10, 2012 4:25 pm | by Mass Device | News | CommentsAngel investment in early-stage companies is on the rebound, according to a study by the University of New Hampshire's Center for Venture Research. Angel investors started to come out of their shells during the first half of the year with angel investments up more than 3% compared with H1 2011, according to research out of the University of New Hampshire, and medical device companies took the lion's share of the backing. The medical device and equipment sector grabbed 24% of total angel investment during the first six months of the year, according to a study from UNH's Center for Venture Research. News Well, Angel Investment, Venture Capital/Private Equity, Wall Street Beatread more
5 Watt Feed Thru Termination
October 10, 2012 4:16 pm | Product Releases | CommentsBroadWave Technologies unveiled its’ newest Feed Thru Termination designed to match 50 Ohm RF components with high impedance test equipment such as an oscilloscope.
Ulthera's ultrasound system lands FDA OK to "tighten turkey necks and smooth out double chins"
October 10, 2012 4:09 pm | by Mass Device | News | CommentsMedical device company Ulthera touts an FDA win for its latest Ulthera System, which is designed to non-invasively lift lax tissue on the neck and under the chin. Arizona- based medical device company Ulthera won FDA clearance for its ultrasound platform device, which is designed to use the body's natural healing process to non-invasively lift and tighten loose skin on the neck and under the chin. The Ulthera System combines ultrasound imaging with focused ultrasound therapy, representing the only energy-based device with an indication to "tighten turkey necks and smooth out double-chins," the company said. News Well, 510(k), Cosmetic / Aesthetic, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Regulatory/Complianceread more
Linear Actuator Packs Powerful Peak Force of 500 lbs.
October 10, 2012 4:08 pm | Bei Kimco Magnetics | Product Releases | CommentsBEI Kimco Magnetics, a brand of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST), Inc., has introduced the powerful High Force Linear Actuator Model LA100-93-000A. The new actuator packs a peak force of 500 lbs...
No breaks for Dems who support both healthcare law and device tax repeal, says Sen. Coats
October 10, 2012 3:50 pm | by Mass Device | News | CommentsIndiana Senator Dan Coats depicts a vote for the Democrats as one in favor of the 2.3% medical device tax that's contained in President Barack Obama's healthcare reform bill. There is little difference between supporting President Barack Obama's healthcare reform measures in general and supporting the 2.3% tax on medical devices specifically, according to an editorial written by Sen. Dan Coats (R-Ind.), a frequent supporter of the medtech industry. Coats offers little immunity to members of the Democratic party who voted in favor of the Affordable Care Act but who express dissatisfaction with the medical device levy, which takes effect in January. News Well, Capitol Hill, Medical Device Taxread more
Intuitive Surgical sued over heart stabilizer patent
October 10, 2012 3:29 pm | by Mass Device | News | CommentsAlisanos LLC sues Intuitive Surgical, alleging that the da Vinci surgical robot infringes on an Alisanos patent for a heart stabilization device. Intuitive Surgical's(NSDQ:ISRG) da Vinci surgical robot infringes at least 1 claim of a patent owned by Alisanos LLC, according to a lawsuit. Legal News, News Well, Patent Infringement, Robotic Assisted Surgeryread more
Xenex Receives GSA Contract; VA Hospitals Can Now Easily Purchase Room Disinfection Systems to Prevent HAIs
October 10, 2012 3:26 pm | by The Associated Press | News | CommentsSAN ANTONIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 10, 2012--Xenex Healthcare Services, the world leader in UV room disinfection systems, today announced it has been awarded a U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) contract, making it even easier for federal agencies (including Veterans Affairs hospital...
FDA clears Surefire's angiographic catheters
October 10, 2012 3:05 pm | by Mass Device | News | CommentsSurefire Medical lands FDA clearance for its angiographic catheters that help interventional radiologists with infusion procedures. Colorado- based medical device company Surefire won FDA clearance for its suite of angiographic catheters, which have different curve styles to help interventional radiologists access patient anatomies during infusion procedures. News Well, 510(k), Catheters, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Regulatory/Complianceread more
October 2012 Digital Edition
October 10, 2012 2:46 pm | Digital Editions | CommentsIn the October issue, the cover feature, Balloon-Forming Innovations Improve Quality and Reduce Cost, highlights a number of innovative technologies that are being offered to help balloon manufacturers ensure their products are defect-free the first time.
MPR Opens Boston Area Office
October 10, 2012 2:41 pm | by The Associated Press | News | CommentsALEXANDRIA, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 10, 2012--MPR Associates, Inc. ( www.mpr.com ), a world leading specialty engineering and management service organization established an office in Chelmsford, MA to serve the growing needs of its clients in the Northeast. From this location, MPR will provide...
September 2012 Digital Edition
October 10, 2012 12:00 pm | Digital Editions | CommentsIn the September issue, the cover feature compares the component fabrication methods of extrusion and molding and highlights the advantages of each for fabricating medical tubing.
Accutron recalls 206 cabinet mount flowmeters over potential leak
October 10, 2012 11:29 am | by Mass Device | News | CommentsAccutron's Ultra PC% cabinet mount flowmeters may leak nitrous oxide when the oxygen flow is switched off, possibly leading to brain damage in patients. Accutron recalled 206 units of its Ultra PC% cabinet mount flowmeters after receiving 2 reports that the devices leaked nitrous oxide after the oxygen flow was switched off. When not accompanied by oxygen, the stream of nitrous oxide gas could cause brain damage in patients, the company noted. The recall includes 8 product models and customers can return these flowmeters for free replacement, according to an FDA notice. News Well, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Recalls, Respiratoryread more
Sonoma Orthopedic Products, Inc. Announces Appointment of New Chief Executive Officer
October 10, 2012 10:50 am | by The Associated Press | News | CommentsSonoma Orthopedic Products, Inc. announces the appointment of Rick Epstein as President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Glen Coleman. Epstein was also named to the Board of Directors. Prior to joining Sonoma Orthopedic Products, Epstein was CEO at Ellman International, a privately...
Hygieia lands CE Mark for Diabetes Insulin Guidance System
October 10, 2012 10:29 am | by Mass Device | News | CommentsHygieia announces CE Mark approval in the European Union for its D-Nav Diabetes Insulin Guidance System for treating patients with poor glycemic control. Diabetes healthcare company Hygieia's d-Nav Diabetes Insulin Guidance System (DIGS) won CE Mark approval in the European Union for treatment of patients with poor glycemic control. DIGS automatically updates insulin dosage as needed, providing users with the updates at-time rather than requiring a clinical visit. A pair of U.K. diabetes centers plan to start using d-Nav this fall, and an Irish hospital will begin a 6-month service evaluation of the technology, according to a press release. News Well, CE Mark, Diabetesread more
Compact, 3D CNC Measuring System Configures to Almost Any Process
October 10, 2012 10:09 am | Mitutoyo America Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsMitutoyo America Corporation announces availability of the innovative, new Ko-ga-me® measurement head - designed to bring full capability to applications where a compact, high-performance, 3D CNC...
