Somnetics International Inc., the Minneapolis-based maker of Transcend®, the world's smallest, lightest and most portable continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and battery system, today announced the introduction of new options and accessories that make Transcend the industry's most flexible CPAP system for hassle-free travel and home use.
Clarence Johnson, CEO and president of Somnetics International, Inc., said "The new features and options for Transcend are a result of listening to CPAP users who want flexibility both in how they use it and where. We delivered the benefits users desire and created a new revenue source for the DME market."
The Transcend Sleep Apnea Therapy Starter System includes the Transcend CPAP, Universal Hose Adaptor, standard six-foot hose (compatible with any mask), universal AC power supply, travel bag and user guides. Also new are two Waterless Humidification systems, two lightweight and portable battery options, and an optional docking station.
Flexible:Wear it or dock it
Transcend is the only
CPAP that can be worn as a complete, compact unit, or used as a
traditional system compatible with any mask via the new Universal Hose
Adaptor and standard six-foot hose. The six foot hose options can be
mounted on the new optional docking station or placed on or near the
bed. Waterless Humidification makes this CPAP system even more
convenient and hassle free and the new battery options enable use
anywhere or when power is not available or during a power outage.
Waterless Humidification:Innovation meets convenience in a
CPAP industry first
The new Transcend Waterless Humidification
systems harness innovative proprietary heat moisture exchange (HME)
technology that eliminates the hassles of traditional heated
humidifiers. HME technology has been used in hospital ventilation
therapy for more than 50 years, and this is the first time it is being
utilized in CPAP therapy.
Transcend's Waterless Humidification systems are available as either a wearable or bedside option. The hygienic HME is disposable and captures the moisture from the patient's exhaled breath then releases the captured heat and moisture back to the patient as they inhale to provide the humidification they need. No electric heating elements or water trays are needed eliminating clutter, cleaning, distilled water, break downs and malfunctions. Transcend's Waterless Humidification systems are simple, natural and effective solutions to the traditional heated humidifier.
Smallest, lightest and most portable
Transcend is the
smallest and lightest CPAP. It is so small it fits in the palm of a hand
and weighs less than one pound. Lightweight, long-life battery systems,
including the Overnight Battery System™ and the Multi-Night Battery
System™, provide reliable power in remote locations and during power
outages, making Transcend the traveler's CPAP choice. The battery and
complete CPAP system fit in a small travel bag, taking up significantly
less space than other CPAPs on the market.
For information about Transcend visit www.mytranscend.com or call 877-621-9626.
About Somnetics
Somnetics is a privately-held medical device
company based in Minneapolis, Minn. It is an emerging leader in
customer-driven design, development and production of respiratory
medical devices to treat sleep apnea and related issues. Somnetics'
mission is focused on integrating technology, customer input and
employee creativity to provide innovative, high quality products that
improve quality of life for people with respiratory disorders. It
received FDA market clearance for the Transcend CPAP machine in July
2010. Transcend is protected by several issued and pending US and
foreign patents.
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612-327-6336
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