Bin Divider

Akro-Mils announces the expansion of its line of AkroBins with the addition of new Crystal Clear Length Dividers. These heavy-duty dividers attach securely to bins to create multiple, stable compartments. The clear divider material keeps bin contents highly visible — aiding in quick part and stock level identification. Clear length dividers work with all 14 sizes of AkroBins and also work while Crystal Clear Lids are in place. The industry standard for plastic hanging and stacking bins, AkroBins help control inventories, shorten assembly times and minimize parts handling.

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Top 10 Health Technology Hazards

PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa. — Hazards caused by medical technology are far too common in hospitals, according to ECRI Institute, a 45-year-old nonprofit organization based in Plymouth Meeting that applies scientific, evidence-based research to analyze the health care industry.

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Two Health Information Organizations Will Merge

NEW YORK — Southern Tier Healthlink (STHL) and Taconic Health Information Network and Community (THINC) are planning to merge into a health information network across the state of New York.

The organizations are combining into what will be called HealthlinkNY. The collaboration will span 11 counties across the Hudson Valley, Catskills and Southern Tier, offering electronic access to statewide health information for participating providers and patients in the region.

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Sheila F. Cahnman

Sheila F. Cahnman AIA, ACHA, LEED AP, announced the launch of a new consulting practice, JumpGarden Consulting LLC, based in Chicago. With more than 30 years of industry experience, the new firm will provide health care design and planning solutions with an independent viewpoint and a unique understanding of the market. Cahnman previously led two award-winning regional health care architecture practices and was most recently national health care market Leader for AECOM.

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Moffit Cancer Center Awarded for Pest Control Measures

TAMPA, Fla. — Orkin, the IPM Institute and the Association for the Healthcare Environment (AHE) has honored Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa with the 2014 IPM Partner Award in the health care category.

The IPM Partner Awards, now in its 11th year, honor facilities for their dedication to Integrated Pest Management (IPM) partnerships with Orkin, a subsidiary of Rollins Inc. based in Atlanta.

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