Argon Medical Devices, Inc. Announces the Commercial Launch of the SKATER™ Mini-Loop Drainage Catheter

FRISCO, Texas, Aug. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Argon Medical Devices, Inc., a leading manufacturer of medical devices for interventional procedures, announced the commercial launch of SKATER™ Mini-Loop Drainage Catheters in the United States and the European Union.

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The SKATER™ Mini-Loop is a drainage catheter placed through the skin using imaging guidance as a minimally invasive way to remove or drain an unwanted fluid collection. The SKATER™ Mini-Loop Drainage Catheter is an expansion of Argon’s SKATER™ All-Purpose and Nephrostomy drainage portfolio, and it uses a 40% smaller loop to help secure the catheter and drain fluid from smaller cavities.

“Argon’s Mission is to deliver innovative, best-in-class medical devices to improve the customer experience and the lives of their patients. We are excited to complete our SKATER™ portfolio of drainage solutions and celebrate this next launch in our Year of Innovation,” said George A. Leondis, President and CEO of Argon Medical Devices.

“The SKATER™ Mini-Loop Drainage Catheter is easily inserted and forms a tight loop formation to prevent drainage occlusion. Unlike other drainage catheters in the class, SKATER™ Mini-Loop is compatible with alcohol and has durability to resist kinking, which is important to me.” said Dr. Sujoy Menon, an Interventional Radiologist at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. Dr. Menon and Dr. Sayed Ali, a resident of the Rutgers Medical School, were the first physicians in the United States to use the SKATER™ Mini-Loop Drainage Catheter.

Argon Medical Devices introduced several new devices in the biopsy, drainage, and vascular therapy segments in 2020, despite the global pandemic. The company refers to 2021 as its Year of Innovation because it plans to launch even more innovative new products throughout the year to help facilitate interventional vascular and oncology procedures.

Visit www.argonmedical.com/SKATER for more details.

About Argon Medical Devices, Inc.
Founded in 1972, Argon Medical Devices, Inc., is a global manufacturer of specialty medical devices used in interventional procedures. Argon offers a broad line of disposable medical devices for Interventional Radiology, Interventional Oncology and Vascular Surgery. Based in Frisco, TX, Argon’s brand is recognized worldwide for best-in-class products that improve patient outcomes

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Argon Medical Devices, Inc. annonce le lancement commercial du cathéter de drainage SKATER™ Mini-Loop

FRISCO, Texas, 20 août 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Argon Medical Devices, Inc, un fabricant leader de dispositifs médicaux pour les procédures interventionnelles, a annoncé le lancement commercial des cathéters de drainage SKATER™ Mini-Loop aux États-Unis et dans l’Union européenne.

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Le SKATER™ Mini-Loop est un cathéter de drainage placé à travers la peau à l’aide d’un guidage par imagerie, comme moyen peu invasif de retirer ou de drainer une collection de fluide indésirable. Le cathéter de drainage SKATER™ Mini-Loop est une extension du portefeuille de drainage polyvalent et de néphrostomie SKATER™ d’Argon, et il utilise une boucle 40 % plus petite pour aider à fixer le cathéter et à drainer le fluide des cavités plus petites.

« La mission d’Argon est de fournir des dispositifs médicaux innovants, les meilleurs de leur catégorie, afin d’améliorer l’expérience des clients et la vie de leurs patients. Nous sommes ravis de compléter notre portefeuille de solutions de drainage SKATER™ et de célébrer ce prochain lancement dans le cadre de notre Année de l’innovation », a déclaré George A. Leondis, président et PDG d’Argon Medical Devices.

« Le cathéter de drainage SKATER™ Mini-Loop s’insère facilement et forme une boucle serrée pour éviter l’occlusion du drainage. Contrairement aux autres cathéters de drainage de la catégorie, le SKATER™ Mini-Loop est compatible avec l’alcool et possède une durabilité lui permettant de résister au vrillage, ce qui est important pour moi », a déclaré le Dr Sujoy Menon, radiologue interventionnel au Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. Le Dr Menon et le Dr Sayed Ali, résident de la faculté de médecine de Rutgers, ont été les premiers médecins des États-Unis à utiliser le cathéter de drainage SKATER™ Mini-Loop.

Argon Medical Devices a introduit plusieurs nouveaux dispositifs dans les secteurs de la biopsie, du drainage et de la thérapie vasculaire en 2020, malgré la pandémie mondiale. L’entreprise qualifie l’année 2021 d’« Année de l’innovation » car elle prévoit de lancer tout au long de l’année des nouveaux produits encore plus innovants pour faciliter les procédures vasculaires et oncologiques interventionnelles.

Visitez le site www.argonmedical.com/SKATER pour plus de détails.

À propos d’Argon Medical Devices, Inc.
Fondée en 1972, Argon Medical Devices, Inc. est un fabricant mondial de dispositifs médicaux spécialisés utilisés dans les procédures interventionnelles. Argon propose une large gamme de dispositifs médicaux jetables pour la radiologie interventionnelle, l’oncologie interventionnelle et la chirurgie vasculaire. Basée à Frisco, au Texas, la marque Argon est reconnue dans le monde entier pour ses produits de pointe qui améliorent les résultats pour les patients.

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SMH Rail launches its latest innovation in the ‘H10 Series’ Locomotive Towards Green Mobility

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — SMH Rail Sdn Bhd (SMH Rail), Malaysia’s leading rolling stock manufacturer and maintenance service provider, today unveiled its newly manufactured ‘H10 Series’ Locomotives. Built with advanced technology and innovation in design engineering, the ‘H10 Series’ provide an intrinsic value to the environment and railway ecosystem in reducing emissions and fueling green operations. The Malaysian-manufactured locomotives was recognized by The Malaysian Book of Records as the ‘First Made in Malaysia Locomotive’ for the export market.

SMH Rail’s latest ‘H10 Series’ Locomotive - ‘First Made in Malaysia Locomotive’ for export market.

With an aim Towards Green Mobility, SMH Rail is redefining mobility to achieve rail sustainability and powers the vision of a clean, fast and green future. The ‘H10 Series’ could replace 100 cargo trucks, reduce carbon emissions by up to 75%, lower highway congestion, and is four times more fuel efficient than road freight transport on average. Its practical design improves operational efficiency, increases haulage capacity and reduces maintenance challenges, resulting in lower overall life cycle costs.

“With over 20 years of industry experience, we are committed to deliver outstanding and innovative solutions for global railway partners in terms of cost, efficiency and reliability. The first batch of ‘H10 Series’ will be delivered to Tanzania Railways Corporation, with funding support from the World Bank. I am confident these locomotives will bring enormous economic benefits to the African Rail cargo industry by bridging connectivity, increasing supply-chain access, accelerating industrialization and promoting cross-border trade. With over 60% local content manufactured in Malaysia, the ‘H10 Series’ marks a cornerstone of our company in the global rail industry,” said Yang Berbahagia Datuk PK Nara, Chairman and Managing Director of SMH Rail.

Compliant with UIC standards, the ‘H10 Series’ is designed for heavy haulage and uninterrupted long-haul services. One key feature is its capability to operate in challenging terrains and weather conditions. The Locomotives are equipped with remote monitoring and diagnostics solution to provide real-time updates to rail operators, allowing for remote monitoring performance including speed, maintenance needs, fuel consumption and fault alerts. Data analysis tracks negligent handling, reduces risks of failures and improves operational safety.

SMH Rail aspires to position Malaysia as a regional manufacturing hub for railway rolling stock and continue to leverage global partnerships to develop its national and global footprint.

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EcoFlow Launches DELTA Max, a Two-Day Home Backup Power Station

With a base capacity of 2016Wh expandable to 6048Wh, the latest battery in the EcoFlow DELTA series is available in select global markets

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — EcoFlow, a portable power and renewable energy solutions company, today announces the EcoFlow DELTA Max portable power station is available in APAC, LATAM, the Middle East, and Africa. With a base capacity of 2016Wh, the DELTA Max’s capacity can expand to 6048Wh when connected with two Smart Extra Batteries – enough for an average family’s emergency energy need for two days.

Upgrading its current product lineup, EcoFlow saw the need for a battery with greater capacity given the increase in power outages and consumers therefore looking for more self-reliant energy solutions. In 2019, EcoFlow first launched the EcoFlow DELTA on Kickstarter, which quickly became a fan-favorites because of its charging speed and large capacity. Two years later, the company introduced two all-around upgrades to the EcoFlow DELTA series line – the EcoFlow DELTA Max and the beefier DELTA Pro at 3.6kWh, for those with even greater power needs.

“We saw great reception to the EcoFlow DELTA series, and our customers said they wanted even more power from their batteries,” said Thomas Chan, R&D Director at EcoFlow. “The EcoFlow DELTA Max takes resiliency to another level. It can truly provide backup power for an entire home and mitigate the impact of power outages.”

High capacity with expandable design

The EcoFlow DELTA Max has a capacity of 2016Wh, which can support a family’s emergency use needs (four lights, a fan, a router, a laptop, a fridge, and charging of smartphones) for half a day. When connected with two DELTA Max Smart Extra Batteries, the capacity can go up to 6048Wh, which enables a family to comfortably survive a two-day blackout.

Designed for more than home backup power, the EcoFlow DELTA Max at its peak capacity can also support an RV’s energy use (an average RV uses 20kWh electricity per day) for more than seven hours.

Fast charging that leads the industry

Even with an upgraded capacity compared to the EcoFlow DELTA (from 1260Wh to 2016Wh), the EcoFlow DELTA Max requires the same amount of time to be fully recharged – less than two hours. The EcoFlow DELTA Max can be charged at 1800W through standard AC outlets. The battery also supports dual charging — charging with any two of a variety of power sources (AC wall outlet, solar, smart generator, car charging). When connecting the EcoFlow DELTA Max to a Smart Extra Battery, the input can reach a max 3600W with standard AC outlet and Smart Generator charging. This max input enables the EcoFlow DELTA Max with a Smart Extra Battery to be fully recharged from 0% to 100% in 1.8 hours, which is two times faster compared to similar products on the market.

Powers 99% appliances

With a 2400W AC output, the EcoFlow DELTA Max can power 99% appliances, including electric kettles, air conditioners, space heaters, and steam irons. With EcoFlow’s patented X-Boost technology, the EcoFlow DELTA Max’s output can even surge to 3400W, which leads all competitors with the same capacity level.

Additional upgrades for the EcoFlow DELTA Max include more efficient solar charging, enhanced ability to control and monitor the device via the EcoFlow App, and the battery exterior is designed for more reliability and durability.

EcoFlow DELTA Series

Following the release of the EcoFlow DELTA Max, EcoFlow plans to launch in the fourth quarter of 2021 the EcoFlow DELTA Max (1600) for customers with backup power needs at a smaller scale. The EcoFlow DELTA Max (1600) has a base capacity of 1612Wh, which can increase to 5644Wh when connected with two Smart Extra Batteries.

Earlier this year, EcoFlow introduced the DELTA Pro portable home battery and ecosystem. The full ecosystem has enough power – on just one charge – to meet an average family’s emergency power usage for about one week. With an expandable capacity up to 25kWh, it can fully recharge in under two hours and is the industry’s first battery that can be charged via multiple power sources – the grid, EV charger, solar, wind and gas. Launched on Kickstarter in July, it clocked over $1M USD in its first 45 minutes.

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