anaesthesia, safer with v-gel
Research showed mammal pets are prone airway damage when they are anaesthetised using certain devices. To overcome and deliver other benefits v-gel products were created in collaboration with veterinarians.
v-gel is anatomically tailored to fit each species upper airway, which combined with the right formuated materials results in a safer, easier to use, and better clinical outcomes thanalternative devices.
v-gel has become an award-winning innovation that is an essential in veterinary practices around the world
Patent No. WO2012110954 A1
Respiratory Filter
Respiratory Filters are used to protect patients from cross infection. Pleated membrane filters are a type used by clinicians in a competitive global market.
The project was to redesign the product to reduce manufacturing costs by 40%. This was achieved by creating a novel filter cartridge to plastic housing technique. Bonus design benefits included improved bacterial and viral protection and eco-friendly outcomes.
This patented design’s competitive advantages is a success that continues to deliver year-on-year revenue growth and robust profits.
Patent Publication No.WO2003047674A1
Self-Sealing Watertrap
This medical device is used to collect and dispose pooled condensate in humidified respiratory systems. The removal of water protects patients and medical equipment.
The problem was the existing product’s high manufacturing cost hindered revenue growth and profitability from sale of breathing systems. The task was to redesign the device to reduce production cost by four-fold.
A patented design based on aligning and misaligning holes as per on salt and pepper shakers delivered the cost goal. As well as financial, improved function and reduced environmental impact are the other gains.
Patent Information: EP1272245B1, W02003047674A1