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Paladin Adds Antimicrobial Element to Fairfield Style Rail to Support
Infection Control Initiatives
OAKLAND, Fla. , April 15, 2014/PRNewswire/ -- Paladin Medical Products
LLC. (Paladin) now offers an Anti-Microbial Finish (AMF) on all
equipment, rail and head-wall products. Paladin has
also embedded anti-microbial properties in its new lightweight
plastic adapter, specifically created to support infection control
devices. The Paladin AMF incorporates proven elements of
anti-microbial technology and is available in several different
colors.
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"According to new data released by the CDC, on any given day
approximately one in 25 U.S. patients contracts at least one
infection. During the course of their hospital care, this adds up to
about 722,000 infections since 2011,"said Gary Schindele, president of
Paladin. "We understand the pressure healthcare providers are under
to reduce infection rates. Our team of engineers is out in the field
talking to nurses and coming up with real solutions. Paladin is proud
to enhance its rails, adapters and accessories in support of the
initiatives implemented by providers," added Schindele.
Paladin is dedicated to continually finding solutions within their
product line that will contribute to the elimination of health care
associated infections and following the CDC's latest published
evidence-based infection prevention guidelines.
To learn more about Paladin, visit: www.paladinmp.com
Paladin Medical Products LLC is the second generation incarnation of
Fairfield Medical Products begun by Ernst F. Schindele in 1968.
Founded in 2013 by Gary Schindele, the company continues to
manufacture the "Fairfield" style Equipment Management Rail that has
serviced hospitals for almost 45 years. Working closely with
frontline stakeholders, the company has a team of professionals that
work with industry leaders to find innovative solutions to challenges
in clinical environments and the ever changing health care world.
Paladin Medical's Fairfield accessories and adaptations are second
generation solutions for today and tomorrow. All Paladin manufactured
products are made in the US, are made in part by recycled materials
and have a lifetime guarantee.
Contact: Victoria Harris Paladin Medical Products Email (614) 537-2908
Read more news from Paladin Medical Products.
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