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Swisslog
Save Time and Reduce Manual Transport
A Swisslog autonomous mobile robot (AMR) dramatically reduces manual transport tasks within hospitals and independent laboratories. With a payload capacity of 50 lbs, AMRs shorten turnaround time and increase operational efficiency by returning man-hours for valueadded work. AMRs require no facility modification, install quickly, and are easy to maintain and use. Laser guidance enables avoidance of people and objects for safe operation in any environment.
SpeciMinder ™ for INTRA-Laboratory Transport
Swisslog’s SpeciMinder™ dispatches and delivers scheduled and on-demand batch payloads of specimens, tissues and other laboratory items between intra-laboratory workstations. Provides either on-demand or scheduled transport of batch loads weighing up to 50 pounds, thereby filling the materials transport void between our pneumatic tube system (on-demand light loads) and our automated guided vehicle system (scheduled heavy bulk loads).
Benefits:
- Shortens turnaround time for validated lab results
- Reduces manual transport of specimen batches
- Lowers operating cost with fast ROI
- Improves workflow process
SpeciMinder also improves the efficiency of laboratory personnel because they no longer must leave their workstation to deliver specimens throughout the laboratory. It is not uncommon that up to four hours per 24-hour staff shift are spent carrying specimens between the receiving area and lab locations. One SpeciMinder can efficiently move samples up to 12 to 16 hours per day. SpeciMinder requires Virtually No facility modification Unlike other conveying systems, can navigate any environment without lines, beacons, reflectors, magnets or tape because each robot is guided by an electronic map that is used to dynamically plan the best route to a selected destination.
Simple to Use
Once SpeciMinder’s payload tray is loaded, a destination is selected and the automated robot selects the most efficient route to deliver the specimens.
Designed with Safety in Mind
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Hospital asset delivery systems for hospital labs, pharmacies, dietary & food service, environmental services and nursing stations. These systems use RFID, GPS and track mobility and tracking. Aethon Tug robot asset transporting and tracking system and Swisslog TransCar automated material transport robot. Courier robots use courrier software to automatic robot delivery systems. Laser guided and RFID helps track assets during delivery to patient rooms and nursing stations. Medication cart and obstacle detection on AGV systems. Robotic Material Transport for Hospital Labs and Pharmacies
TUG® The Automated Robotic Delivery System
The demands on today's hospital pharmacies are greater than ever before. With advances in pharmaceutical treatments and patient protocols, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians must remain focused on ensuring accurate medication fulfillment and minimizing adverse drug interactions and side effects.
Aethon's automated robotic delivery solution, TUG®, allows the pharmacy to improve the frequency and reliability of medication deliveries, ensuring secure scheduled and on-demand distribution from the pharmacy to the nurses' station. With its state-of-the art delivery technology, TUG can easily navigate through hallways, doorways, elevators, and even narrow aisle ways with human traffic to ensure safe, timely, and accurate delivery every time.
With its 24/7 availability, nurses no longer need to waste time tracking down medications during night and weekend shifts, leading to increased time at the patients' bedside, better outcomes, and patient and employee satisfaction. Staff shortages and off-shift coverage are no longer an issue with TUG managing the delivery process.
Benefits:
- Keep up with the growing demand for new orders needed on the nursing unit
- Reduced order-to-delivery time
- Refocus pharmacy staff on their core functions, reducing medical errors.
- Increased nurse time at the bedside
For more information on how TUG can benefit your hospital, please contact Aethon.
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AGV overview from Wikipedia 2010
Overview
An automated guided vehicle or automatic guided vehicle (AGV) is a mobile robot that follows markers, GPS or wires in the floor, or uses vision or lasers. They are most often used in industrial applications as well as hospitals and labs to move materials around a manufacturing facility, hospital, lab, nursing stations/floors, food service or a warehouse. Application of the automatic guided vehicle has broadened during the late 20th century and they are no longer restricted to industrial environments. Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) increase efficiency and reduce costs by helping to automate a manufacturing facility, warehouse or hospital departments.
AGVs can carry loads or tow objects behind them in trailers to which they can autonomously attach. The trailers can be used to move raw materials or finished product. The AGV can also store objects on a bed. The objects can be placed on a set of motorized rollers (conveyor) and then pushed off by reversing them. Some AGVs use fork lifts to lift objects for storage. AGVs are employed in nearly every industry, including, pulp, paper, metals, newspaper, healthcare and general manufacturing. Transporting materials such as food, linen, dietary delivery, lab specimens or medication in hospitals is also done.
An AGV can also be called a laser guided vehicle (LGV) or self-guided vehicle (SGV). Lower cost versions of AGVs are often called Automated Guided Carts (AGCs) and are usually guided by magnetic tape. AGCs are available in a variety of models and can be used to move products on an assembly line, transport goods throughout a plant or warehouse, and deliver loads to and from stretch wrappers and roller conveyors.
The first AGV was brought to market in the 1950s, by Barrett Electronics of Northbrook, Illinois, and at the time it was simply a tow truck that followed a wire in the floor instead of a rail. Over the years the technology has become more sophisticated and today automated vehicles are mainly Laser navigated e.g. LGV (Laser Guided Vehicle). In an automated process, LGVs are programmed to communicate (via an offboard server) with other robots to ensure product is moved smoothly through the hospital, whether it is being stored for future use or sent directly to nursing stations. Today, the AGV plays an important role in the design of new factories and warehouses and healthcare systems, safely moving assets to their rightful destinations.
AGV applications are seemingly endless as capacities can range from just a few pounds to hundreds of tons... from lab specimens, and meals, to patient medications.
Zone Control
Zone control is the favorite of most environments because it is simple to install and easy to expand. Zone control uses a wireless transmitter to transmit a signal in a fixed area. Each AGV contains a sensing device to receive this signal and transmit back to the transmitter. If the area is clear the signal is set at "clear" allowing any AGV to enter and pass through the area. When an AGV is in the area the "stop" signal is sent and all AGV attempting to enter the area stop and wait for their turn. Once the AGV in the zone has moved out beyond the zone the "clear" signal is sent to one of the waiting AGVs. Another way to set up zone control traffic management is to equip each individual robot with its own small transmitter/receiver. The individual AGV then sends its own "do not enter message" to all the AGVs getting to close to its zone in the area. A problem with this method is if one zone goes down all the AGV's are at risk to collide with any other AGV. Zone control is a cost efficient way to control the AGV in an area.
Forward Sensing Control
Forward sensing control uses collision avoidance sensors to avoid collisions with other AGV in the area. These sensors include: sonic, which work like radar; optical, which uses an infrared sensor; and bumper, physical contact sensor. Most AGVs are equipped with a bumper sensor of some sort as a fail safe. Sonic sensors send a "chirp" or high frequency signal out and then wait for a reply from the outline of the reply the AGV can determine if an object is ahead of it and take the necessary actions to avoid collision. The optical uses an infrared transmitter/receiver and sends an infrared signal which then gets reflected back; working on a similar concept as the sonic sensor. The problems with these are they can only protect the AGV from so many sides. They are relatively hard to install and work with as well.
Primary Application Industries
Efficient, cost effective movement of materials is an important, and common element in improving operations in many manufacturing plants, hospitals and warehouses. Because automatic guided vehicles (AGVs) can deliver efficient, cost effective movement of materials, AGVs can be applied to various industries in standard or customized designs to best suit an industry's requirements. Industry's currently utilizing AGVs include (but are not limited to):
AGVs are a preferred method of moving materials in the pharmaceutical industry. Because an AGV system tracks all movement provided by the AGVs, it supports process validation and cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice).
AGVs can be applied to move materials in food processing (such as the loading of food and/or trays into sterilizers) and at the "end of line," linking the palletizer, stretch wrapper, and the warehouse. AGVs can load standard, over-the-road trailers with finished goods, and unload trailers to supply raw materials or packaging materials to the plant. AGVs can also store and retrieve pallets in the warehouse.
AGVs are becoming increasingly popular in the healthcare industry for efficient transport, and are programmed to be fully integrated to automatically operate doors, elevators/lifts, cart washers, trash dumpers, etc. AGVs typically move linens, trash, regulated medical waste, patient meals, soiled food trays, and surgical case carts.
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Swisslog - Automated Material Transport for Plant Manufacturing and Production
Swisslog has extensive experience in automotive, printing, pharmaceutical and semiconductor industry offering customized logistics solutions. An example is our track vehicle systems, which offers a diverse range of containers and track configurations. Our pneumatic tube system for industry, TranspoNet, is used to optimize production processes with greater speed and efficiency in the transport of parts and components. |
Swisslog - SpeciMinder
Swisslog’s autonomous mobile robots are a natural extension to the Automated Materials Transport Systems (AMTS) product family. SpeciMinder provides either on-demand or scheduled transport of batch loads weighing up to 50 pounds, thereby filling the materials transport void between our pneumatic tube system (on-demand light loads) and our automated guided vehicle system (scheduled heavy bulk loads). |
Swisslog - TransCar AGV
TransCar, the healthcare industry automated guided vehicle system, negotiates multiple-floor facilities with narrow aisle-ways and human traffic. The TransCar AGV employs industry-leading virtual path, laser contour-following guidance. |
Aethon TUG
Automated Hospital Delivery and Asset Management Solutions
Aethon improves healthcare efficiency and patient care by providing innovative robotic hospital delivery and asset management solutions. More than 100 hospitals throughout the United States currently employ customized Aethon solutions, allowing them to reallocate and refocus staff on what matters - the patient experience. TUG®, Aethon's Automated Robotic Delivery System (ARD), can transport both scheduled and on-demand hospital deliveries between all ancillary, support and patient care units. With the flexibility to efficiently manage deliveries that benefit multiple hospital applications, Aethon provides a 24/7 solution that increases both efficiency and accuracy, leading to the optimization of staff time and hospital dollars to patient care. Learn more about the Aethon TUG.
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July 17, 2011 RXinsider adds new Virtual Tradeshow Aisle: "RTLS / Asset Management in Hospitals" RTLS in Healthcare Asset Management Technology in Hospitals Real-Time Locating Systems for equipment in hospitals. |
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Millennials in Learning Environments & Effective Communication with Students in Practice Area (by Rxperts / Texas Pharmacy Association)
Provided by: Texas Pharmacy Association / Rxpert Center for Excellence (RxCE)
Presentation 1 Description
Ever feel like you don’t understand individuals from other generations? Looking to bridge the generation gap? This session will share insight into the Millennial generation while providing participants with strategies for communicating and working with Millennials to enhance learning and understanding.
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Behavioral Tools You Can Use, Parts 1 & 2
Provided by: American Headache Society
At the completion of this presentation, participants should be able to:
-Identify psychiatric comorbidities of chronic and episodic migraine
-Discuss clinical and prognostic significance of psychiatric comorbidities of migraine
-Describe tools for screening and assessment of psychiatric comorbidities of migraine in clinical practice
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HABLA - Part 1 - Online Course Content
Provided by: SolutionSight, Inc.
This HABLA On-Line Course Content is just Part 1 of the medical education program designed to provide the knowledge and skills necessary to take an interpretation exam to obtain medical interpreter certification. Eligible for 20 contact hours. Recommended pre-requisite for HABLA Part 2 - Case Studies.
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Provided by: CEAppCenter
Mental Health Professionals, find continuing education courses on depression, anxiety disorders, substance abuse and addiction, ADD/ADHD, developmental disabilities, etc. App includes a large variety! Download the FREE mobile app onto your mobile device by visiting the Healthcare’s Continuing Education App Center at www.CEAppCenter.com.... |
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Cognitive Remediation in Psychiatry
Provided by: College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University
This conference is designed for Mental Health Professionals involved in the research and treatment of people with psychiatric conditions who have cognitive deficits.
We at Columbia University Medical Center are determined to continue our commitment to understand the causes of mental illness, and to find a cure for them. This course is designed to ... |
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23rd Annual Advances in Vascular Imaging & Diagnosis (DVD-ROM)
Provided by: Meetings By Mail®
Fulfill your Vascular Lab CME Requirements with this globally revered course! For over twenty years, this annual symposium has provided a comprehensive update on vascular imaging and diagnosis. The newest edition is available here on DVD-ROM, focusing on real time B-mode imaging, color and spectral Doppler and other non-invasive techniques. The ... |
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New Drug Update: Series 23 - 10 Hours of CME/CE at the location of your choosing ... Anywhere , Anytime
Provided by: University Learning Systems
The New Drug Update consists of 10 hours of CMECE in a DVD format. Take the program with you on your next vacation.
At the completion of this program, the participant should be able to:
Discuss the new drugs with respect to their pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, approved and unapproved indications.
Describe their adverse effects and... |
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Preceptor Development - PM Session: Designing a Quality Learning Experience in a Hospital Setting
Provided by: Campbell University College of Pharmacy
Preceptor Development - AM Session: Designing a Quality Learning Experience in a Hospital Setting
Campbell University - Maddox Hall Rm 130
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Forces of Change: New Strategies for the Evolving Health Care Marketplace
Provided by: Harvard School of Public Health
Forces of Change brings together leaders representing key stakeholders to address critical issues facing the health care marketplace, mindful of emerging issues in health reform with a focus on how you can lead through change. Forces offers not only an overview of the challenge in the health care industry, but also powerful tips, tools, and techniq... |
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Primary Care Update: Series V -
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Provided by: University Learning Systems
New Drugs in the Primary Care Setting- Part 1 & Part 2
At the conclusion of this program, the particpant should be able to:
Identify new therapeutic agents recently introduced to the market and explain their indications.
Describe the most important adverse events and precautions of each new therapeutic agent.
Compare and contras... |
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IV Medication and Blood Transfusion Current Guidelines
Provided by: Inquisit
Every hospital that received Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement should be aware that CMS amended several important sections to the hospital conditions of participation (CoP) manual including clarifications to the section on nursing requirements related to blood transfusions, IVs, and intravenous medication.Training requirements for nurses and othe... |
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Increasing Nurse Leader Engagement: The Leader to Patient Program (L2P)
Provided by: Inquisit
Nurse Managers represent the point in the organization where the most pressure is exerted from administration and staff. This group is by far the most difficult to recruit and retain in today’s healthcare environment. They represent the leadership level closest to the staff with broad responsibility, accountability, and often very little positio... |
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HIV and Routine Healthcare Provider Sexual History Taking Among Physicians: Missed Opportunities in Primary Care
Provided by: National Medical Association / NMA
HIV and Routine Healthcare Provider Sexual History Taking Among Physicians:
Objectives: Upon completion of this activity the participant should be able to: 1. Take appropriate sexual histories of male patients 2. Utilize a sexual history tool in the clinical setting Screening male patients for HIV and STD risk
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Addressing the Risk: Reducing Shear & Moisture Injury to Impact HAPU
Provided by: Inquisit
The skin is the first line of defense against invading organisms and the organ we often overlook when caring for our critically ill patients in a high tech environment. The incidence of pressure ulcers in the inpatient arena ranges from 3 to 22%. In today’s cost conscious environment, this type of preventable injury can no longer be place in ... |
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Oral Pathology Review. NEW in case presentation format.
Provided by: My Dental Continuing Education & OSHA Training
4 CES This course is a comprehensive review of classic and common oral pathology conditions which present in clinical dental practice. The course is suitable for those dental professionals who have a basic understanding of oral pathology, terminology, and clinical terms. This course presents cases with color pictures, radiographs when indicated,... |
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Comprehensive Migraine Education Program (CMEP)
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Provided by: American Headache Society
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