em-tec Announces Release of SonoTT™ aQuila System

The SonoTT™ aQuila Flow Measurement System has been designed to enrich the safety and quality of flow-measurement applications during a variety of medical treatments, such as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), the use of a heart-lung machine (HLM), apheresis, (hemo)dialysis, and distal perfusion. Extracorporeal applications where blood that was removed from the body and is oxygenated, provide cardiac support and are often the last resort in critical care to keep a patient alive. Consequently, it is important to adapt liquid-bearing life-sustaining applications to the needs of the respective therapy and patient.
In particular, the features of the SonoTT™ aQuila System allow:

• Early detection of complications or anomalies that may occur during an extracorporeal procedure, such as clogged filters, inadequate blood flow, etc.
• Quicker detection of changes in the current flow rate that may indicate the deterioration of the circulation condition.
• Recording of blood flow measurements that can be transferred to an electronic patient file for easy access to detailed patient documentation.

Stand-alone sensor technology, such as that offered by em-tec’s new SonoTT™ aQuila System, can be flexibly used for the independent measurement and display of blood flow values. As a result, it adds more safety and quality to a wide variety of treatment methods when it comes to the monitoring blood flow which is vital during these procedures.

“We are excited to launch the new SonoTTTM aQuila System, which represents the next generation technology that allows us to better serve our existing customers and open up strategically important markets,” says Christian Steer, product manager at em-tec.

The innovative SonoTT™ aQuila System was developed at the Finning site in Germany. It is produced exclusively there and supports the company’s position as an attractive innovation hub and versatile high-tech employer in the region.

About PSG®

PSG is the global pump, metering and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids that require optimal performance and reliability in applications where it matters most. Additionally, PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids. Headquartered in Oakbrook Terrace, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world-class brands, including Abaque®, All-Flo™ , Almatec®, Blackmer®, Ebsray®, em-tec®, Griswold®, Hydro™ , Malema™ , Mouvex®, Neptune®, PSG® Biotech, Quantex™ , Quattroflow®, and Wilden®. PSG products are manufactured on three continents – North America, Europe and Asia – in state-of-the-art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO-certified. PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visit psgdover.com. PSG: Where Innovation Flows.