Colorado-based pharmacy products manufacturer, Baxa Corporation, is sponsoring a program at the annual American Society of Health-System Pharmacists’ Midyear Clinical Meeting in Anaheim. The speaker will discuss basic facility requirements for USP 797 compliance and the challenge of integrating primary engineering controls into facilities. - December 04, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

Los Angeles and Oslo based Gamma Medica Ideas, Inc. (GM-I), a leader in providing next-generation medical imaging devices for the pre-clinical and clinical markets, announced today that it had reached agreement to acquire and merge operations with Sherbrooke, Canada based Advanced Molecular Imaging,... - November 28, 2006 - Gamma Medica-Ideas

Learn how the immune system is compromised by poor oral hygiene and why impeccable daily cleaning in the mouth is necessary. - November 22, 2006 - Dental Air Force

"USP 797 Training Requirements: A Case Study" published by Baxa Corporation is now posted for media and professional access on PublicRelationsNewsroom.com. This paper summarizes the process used by Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, WA to comply with the personnel training and evaluation in aseptic manipulation skills required by the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Chapter 797. - November 16, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

New Exacta-Med Dispenser size provides another dosing option for oral liquid medications. Exacta-Med Oral Dispensers were the first syringes developed specifically for safe delivery of oral liquids. Baxa is the market leader for oral dispensing devices. - October 31, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

The Cer-Port Mat provides fast, effective and comfortable immobilization by molding to the specific contours of the patient's body, reducing pressure point tenderness and rehabilitation time. The mattress provides thermal insulation decreasing the potential for hypothermia. The mattress is easy to use, and also the Cer-Port Mat to be stored in an interior or exterior compartments. - October 29, 2006 - InnovativeMed Inc.

Study Results Show that Accurate in Vivo Quantitation of Drug Distribution and Therapeutic Effect is Possible and Important - October 26, 2006 - Gamma Medica-Ideas

Three reasons why keeping your teeth clean can reduce the risk of colds and flu. - October 24, 2006 - Dental Air Force

Gamma Medica-Ideas (GM-I) has been awarded a $100,000 grant to develop a SPECT/MRI small animal imaging system. The grant is part of an $850,000 fast-track grant award from the National Institutes of Health’s National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering. Dr. Douglas Wagenaar,... - October 05, 2006 - Gamma Medica-Ideas

New Method of HV Packaging and Thermal Management Results in Higher Power Levels - September 29, 2006 - Spellman High Voltage Electronics Corp.

Denver-based Baxa Corporation announces the signing of an exclusive co-marketing agreement with Unit Dose Solutions Inc. of Morrisville, NC. Under the agreement, Baxa will market and sell the oral unit dose repackaging services provided by Unit Dose Solutions. UDS serves hospital and alternate-care providers by offering an outsourcing alternative for unit dose packaging and labeling. - September 22, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

InViragen, LLC, a biotechnology company dedicated to developing vaccines for emerging infectious diseases worldwide, has entered into an Exclusive Patent License Agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The licensed technology is applicable to vaccines against multiple viral diseases, including dengue fever and West Nile disease. Dengue fever threatens 2.5 billion people worldwide as well as travelers to tropical countries. - September 14, 2006 - Colorado BioScience Association - Featured Press Release

Baxa Ltd, subsidiary of Denver-based Baxa Corporation, has moved to a direct sales and marketing model for the Austrian market. The company provides systems and devices for simplifying the handling, mixing and administration of fluid medications. Direct operations will provide Baxa Ltd with improved customer access for product development and continuous improvement, while continuing their excellent customer service. - September 12, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

Due to Michigan’s certificate of need (CON) regulation (http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/1,1607,7-132-2945_5106---,00.html) , Xoran Technologies Inc., an Ann Arbor Mich. based company, is unable to sell their revolutionary upright CT scanner to healthcare facilities, unless the facility can prove they will use the scanner enough to meet minimum thresholds set by the state, which is an impossible task. - September 09, 2006 - Xoran Technologies

A revolutionary upright CT scanner called MiniCAT, is offered as an ancillary service for an allergist's office in Plano, TX, expedited and enhancing patient care. - September 09, 2006 - Xoran Technologies

Five Colorado-based companies have been selected to present at the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) Mid-America VentureForum to be held September 25-27th at the InterContinental Hotel in Cleveland, Ohio. These companies are among more then 50 companies selected by venture capitalists from the nation’s leading firms who serve on BIO’s advisory board. - September 07, 2006 - Colorado BioScience Association - Featured Press Release

Recently, more and more poor quality copies of MC-PV connectors and panel sockets have appeared on the PV market. At the photovoltaic trade show Intersolar 2006 in Freiburg (Germany), MC targeted these forgeries. One of the things uncovered concerned a Chinese provider who had connectors which visually... - September 06, 2006 - Multi-Contact USA

Controlling an outbreak of H5N1 Avian Flu, SARS, or BSE is becoming a reality thanks to patentable tracking technologies emerging from AgroMicron, Ltd. - September 02, 2006 - AgroMicron

AgroCarbon the new division of AgroMicron will handle the purchasing, consulting and placing of Carbon Credits for its client's and shareholders under its current Global Reforestation Initiative. - September 02, 2006 - AgroMicron

Gamma Medica-Ideas (GM-I) will unveil its new FLEX Triumph™ tri-modality pre-clinical imaging system at the Society of Molecular Imaging’s annual meeting in Hawaii this week. FLEX Triumph is GM-I’s fifth generation pre-clinical imaging system. It can be configured with PET, SPECT,... - August 31, 2006 - Gamma Medica-Ideas

Bentec Medical Inc., a manufacturer of silicone medical products, announced implementation of new production processes and the acquisition of the Sodick Horizontal Insert LSR electronically controlled molding machine. The Sodick machine provides superior precision through closed loop injection controls,... - August 30, 2006 - Bentec Medical Inc.

Multi-Contact Introduces Larger Insulating Sleeve for Its Powerline 2 Productline. - August 29, 2006 - Multi-Contact USA

ApopLogic Pharmaceuticals has won the second annual Faegre & Benson Venture Showcase Award at the BioWest 2006 conference in Denver. The announcement is made by Chris Shapard, bioscience director at the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), who says the $10,000 Venture Showcase Award was again provided by the Faegre & Benson law firm and announced at the Colorado Bioscience Association (CBSA) Awards banquet held Thurs. evening at the Colo. Convention Center. - August 25, 2006 - Colorado BioScience Association - Featured Press Release

Low Cost Modular HVPS Easily Integrated Into OEM System Designs. - August 25, 2006 - Spellman High Voltage Electronics Corp.

Baxa Corporation is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony today for a new, first-in-the-industry, strategic training center. The STAR Center offers pharmacy training for peak performance. First classes begin September 20th at the Englewood, Colo., location.. The STAR Center, the only dedicated facility of its kind in the world for hands-on cleanroom experience and training in environmental monitoring and aseptic technique, provides a unique opportunity for industry professionals to learn. - August 23, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

Bentec Medical Inc. (bentecmed.com) announced today the development and release of a new training module for the placement of the Bentec Silo Bag used for infant gastroschisis. Gastroschisis is among one of the most frequently encountered congenital anomalies in pediatric surgery. Normally, during... - August 23, 2006 - Bentec Medical Inc.

The Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) has released winners of its 2006 Awards Program. Official presentation of the awards occurs Thursday evening, August 24, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., at the CBSA’s annual awards banquet. Held in conjunction with the 2006 BioWest conference at the Colorado Convention Center, registration information is available at the 2006 BioWest Conference website. - August 18, 2006 - Colorado BioScience Association - Featured Press Release

BiCOM Inc. reveals an advanced transpalpebral Diaton tonometer. Diaton Tonometry is a unique approach to measuring intraocular pressure (IOP) THROUGH THE EYELID - non-contact (no contact with the cornea), no anesthesia or sterilization is required. BiCOM's pen-like, hand-held, portable device is perfect... - August 16, 2006 - BiCOM Inc.

Power Supply Control via Three Different Interface Protocols. - August 15, 2006 - Spellman High Voltage Electronics Corp.

Sonix becomes an instrumental diagnostic tool for Labor and Delivery Unit in the Second Largest Hospital in Western Canada - August 12, 2006 - Ultrasonix Medical Corporation

Claude Hooton, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Baxa Corporation was recognized for his leadership through his contribution to the recently released book, Inside the Minds: The Health Care Management Team. Hooton’s contribution joins those of CEOs, CTOs and other leaders to provide insight into the best leadership practice in the health care industry. - August 11, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

The new version of Abacus, the specialized Baxa software for managing orders and calculations for total parenteral nutrition, is now available. The Windows-based system is the industry-leading program for automated compounding. Designed by health-system pharmacists, Abacus v2 ensures safety and reduces the opportunity for user error in the prescribing, calculating and mixing of multi-source compounds. - August 09, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

In a ceremony held today in Westminster, Colorado – Englewood-based Baxa Corporation was selected in second place for best large company to work for in Colorado. Candidate choice followed finalist selection based on employee surveys by the Society for Human Resource Management. - August 03, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

Bentec Announces Launch of the GaBP Ring in Europe. - August 02, 2006 - Bentec Medical Inc.

Video demonstrations are available online for manufacturers seeking replacement or installation of vibratory part feeders. This online service allows manufacturers to preview equipment before purchase, or inspect their customized vibratory parts feeder before delivery. - July 31, 2006 - Feeding Concepts, Inc.

CEOs from five of Colorado’s top bioscience companies will present at the BioWest 2006 Investor Forum on August 24th – registration is still open for the two-day BioWest event, which is the Rocky Mountain Region’s premier bioscience conference and expo. CEOs featured in the Investor Forum include Paul Berns, Allos Therapeutics; John Serino, Encision; Bill Freytag, Myogen; Patrick Mahaffy, Pharmion; and Ken Collins, Replidyne. - July 28, 2006 - Colorado BioScience Association - Featured Press Release

Englewood-based Baxa Corporation has been selected one of the 25 best companies to work for in Colorado following employee surveys by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). The recognition is a result of the responses received from an electronic survey sent to most of the company’s Colorado-based associates in April. The Best Companies initiative honors Colorado companies that show dedication to their employees’ growth and quality of life. - July 21, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry (MD&DI) magazine has selected Colorado-based Baxa Corporation as a notable company in its review of medical device manufacturers and their contributions The magazine chose companies with formidable track records or the potential for success, and technology breakthroughs or transformations of standards of care that its editors feel are worth monitoring. This is the first year that Baxa has won this designation. - July 14, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

Novel cancer drugs; innovative treatments for blood cancers and clotting; new ways to attack inflammatory and infectious diseases; ground-breaking compounds to treat osteoporosis and metastatic bone disease; pioneering devices for orthopedic surgery; commercializing biofuels from algae; and revolutionary wearable rehabilitation systems comprise the seven finalists in this year’s BioWest Veture Showcase competition. - July 11, 2006 - Colorado BioScience Association - Featured Press Release

OCO Biomedical, one of the world’s most innovative and successful dental implant manufacturing and distribution companies, announced their next professional implant training seminar to be held on August 4, 2006 at their new headquarters and implant educational center in Albuquerque, NM. Dr.... - June 30, 2006 - OCO Biomedical

Baxa introduces a new 4 mm version of its CyTwo-Fer Needle. The unique dual-purpose device permits vented and non-vented use for vial reconstitution and withdrawal from drug vials and bags. - June 26, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

Baxa Corporation demonstrates the next-generation ValiMed System for medication safety at booth no. 729 at the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Summer Meeting June 25 – 28 in Orlando, Fla. The next-generation ValiMed Technology offers the same benefits as the original system, with additional reporting features and a smaller sample requirement. - June 26, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

Baxa Corporation will announce the development of a professional Skills Training, Academics and Resources (STAR) Center for pharmacy and cleanroom skills training at the Annual Meeting of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists in Orlando, Florida. The STAR Center, a state-of-the-art facility designed for cleanroom and pharmacy practice demonstration, is located at the company’s world headquarters south of Denver, Colorado. - June 23, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

New size of Exacta-Med® Oral Dispenser completes the product range – from 0.5 to 60 mL – of safe oral medication dispensers for market leader Baxa Corporation. Exacta-Med Oral Dispensers play a vital role in preventing wrong-route administration of non-IV fluid drugs. Their unique dispenser tip cannot connect to a luer needle hub or a needleless IV system. - June 13, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

Registration is now open for the Rocky Mountain Region’s Premier Bioscience Conference and Expo, BioWest 2006. More than 750 participants are expected at this year’s event, August 23-24, at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. America’s “Cowboy Poet” Baxter Black and NPR Science Friday® host Ira Flatow are the headliners for Biowest 2006, along with the presentation, “Where Innovation Happens” from Federal Reserve Executive Michael Orlando. - June 06, 2006 - Colorado BioScience Association - Featured Press Release

At the Colorado American Marketing Association PEAK Awards ceremony, Baxa Corporation won the Gold Award for Direct Mail Campaign and the Annual Marketer of the Year Award. The direct mail award recognized the success of the company’s Real Pharmacy campaign, developed to generate customer testimonials for Baxa products. Marian Robinson, VP of Marketing for Baxa Corporation was recognized as Annual Marketer of the Year (AMY) for exemplifying outstanding marketing leadership and accomplishment. - June 05, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

Colorado-based pharmacy products manufacturer, Baxa Corporation now has a CD available of the presentation, 'What’s Next with USP 797?' from the annual American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Midyear Clinical Meeting in Las Vegas. Eric Kastango, MBA, RPh, discussed the proposed changes to the USP 797 guidelines for sterile compounding and the impact on the hospital pharmacy practice. - May 10, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

BioWest, The Rocky Mountain Region’s Premier Bioscience Conference and Expo, is again looking for the best bioscience start-ups in the region as candidates for the $10,000 Faegre & Benson Venture Showcase Award. Seven companies will be chosen to present at the Showcase in August, which will be judged by a panel of national venture capitalists. Deadline for entry is June 8, 2006. - May 09, 2006 - Colorado BioScience Association - Featured Press Release

Baxa Corporation has met the requirements for management systems conformity under the British Standards Institution for ISO-13485:2003. The company recently named BSI as its new registrar and completed its first official assessment with them. Previously, Baxa Corporation’s US and UK operations used different auditors for ISO and CE compliance. Under BSI, the company now has a single world-class auditor for both facilities. - May 03, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release

Baxa Corporation, Denver-based manufacturer of medical devices for healthcare systems, has won a 2006 Business Marketing Association Gold Key Award. The winning entry was the Baxa “One Less Thing” campaign, which promoted the safety and ease-of-use of the Exacta-Med® Oral Dispensers. The Baxa oral dispensers were the company’s first product, and still contribute greater than 30% of its revenues today. - April 27, 2006 - Baxa Corporation - Featured Press Release