Helium Regulators
B&B Medical Technologies Inc, North Highlands, Calif, a therapist-owned and -managed company since 1985, announces the availability of the 80/20 Heliox and “H” tank helium regulators. Delivery of Heliox therapy combined with continuous medication nebulization just couldn’t be easier. Just click to the liter flow you desire and what you see is what you get. No calculations or conversions required. When used in conjunction with either the HOPE or OMNI MAX continuous nebulizers, you have a powerful tool in combating impending respiratory failure. (800) 248-8778; www.BandB-Medical.com.

Capnography Module
Spacelabs Medical, Issaquah, Wash, announces the release of the UltraviewSL Dual Capnography Module. The new module, combining both mainstream (non-diverting) and sidestream (diverting) technology, is designed to accommodate a broad range of patient needs and to provide clinicians with comprehensive information about patient respiratory status and adequacy of ventilation. The new Dual Capnography Module is compatible with Spacelabs UltraviewSL, Ultraview, and PCMS bedside monitors. Suitable for a wide range of patients, including adult, pediatric, and infant, the capnography module may be used in intensive, neonatal, emergency, induction, and postanesthesia care areas. (800) 522-7025; www.spacelabs.com. 

Suction Regulator
Boehringer Laboratories Inc, Norristown, Pa, introduces the CASS Suction Regulator Model 3720—the only suction regulator specifically designed to aid in the efficient application of continuous aspiration of subglottic secretions (CASS). The removal of subglottic secretions is an important part of the clinical effort to reduce rates of ventilator-associated pneumonia. Thick secretions can leave suction lines prone to clogging. The CASS Suction Regulator not only provides precise low-level suction, but also affords the caregiver the ability to remove tenacious secretions by providing a suction pulse similar to that generated by a syringe. (800) 642-4945; www.autovac.com.

Breathing Performance Device
Gaiam Inc, Broomfield, Colo, a leading health and fitness company, introduces POWERbreathe to the United States. POWERbreathe is a nonsurgical, nonchemical, and drug-free method for improving performance. Gaiam offers three POWERbreathe products: Wellness Lung Exerciser (green), which reduces breathlessness in everyday activities; Fitness Inspiratory Muscle Trainer (blue), which helps more active people improve lung capacity; and Sports Performance (red), which helps users push to the next level for endurance sports. It requires 30 breaths with POWERbreathe twice a day to improve lung function and to help strengthen the diaphragm, with results occurring within approximately 4 weeks. POWERbreathe is also recommended for most asthmatic individuals to help improve lung function. The small, handheld device requires no batteries and can be used by people of all fitness levels. (800) 869-3603; www.gaiam.com.

CO2 Sensor
Respironics, Murrysville, Pa, introduces the CAPNOSTAT® 5 Mainstream co2 sensor— co2 monitoring technology for use during anesthesia and recovery, in the intensive care unit, and in emergency medicine/transport or respiratory care. The CAPNOSTAT 5 can be integrated with virtually any patient monitoring system, and provides technologically advanced measurement of end-tidal carbon dioxide (ETco2) and respiration rate, as well as a clear, accurate capnogram at respiratory rates of up to 150 breaths per minute. Designed for mainstream sampling, the CAPNOSTAT 5 uses sophisticated infrared absorption spectroscopy to measure ETco2 directly at the patient’s airway. (800) 345-6443; www.respironics.com. 

Nasal Mask
The Mirage Activa™ nasal mask from ResMed, Poway, Calif, offers superior seal; improved patient compliance; and reduced costs, inventory, and fitting time. Sleep is active due to many factors, and active sleep demands an active seal. ResMed’s Mirage Activa nasal mask meets this demand with great results and a remarkable fit. ActiveCell™, ResMed’s exclusive auto-stabilizing cushion technology, provides a patient interface that requires minimal tightening of the headgear to ensure a leak-free fit and improved patient comfort, regardless of sleep position. (800) 424-0737; www.resmed.com.