Construction of Anti-Tornado Super Hospital Underway in Joplin
JOPLIN, Mo. — A lot of unpredictable things happened Sunday, May 22, 2011 in Joplin, Mo.
2012
Flad Analyzes the Benefits and Pitfalls of Lean Design
MADISON, Wis. — Flad Architects, based in Madison, Wis., recently released a report on how the company views the movement towards lean principles in design and what aspects of this trend can be transferred into the health care market without compromising quality of care and patient comfort.
DPR Attempts to Predict Future of Health Care
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Between electronic medical records, green technology and increasing attention from Washington in terms of new laws and regulations, health care is becoming an ever-increasingly complicated industry. Ironically, the phrase “it’s not like this is brain surgery” does not seem to apply to the industry that actually conducts those procedures. The actual act of carrying out complicated operations is merely one facet of a very complex organism.
Wasp Launches Medicine Tracking System
PLANO, Texas — Barcodes have been used for inventory management for years, a function that has been utilized on building sites to organize and track materials throughout the construction process.
Smart Grid Updates Provide Opportunities and Challenge for Large Structures
SAN MATEO, Calif. — We have been hearing for quite some time that the future of energy will be powered by smart gird technology, updates to our energy infrastructure that will help utility companies reduce waste and ensure energy goes where its most needed on a moment-to-moment basis.
Rush University Reboots Power System
CHICAGO — Administrators at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago are enjoying an increased peace of mind after installing an improved emergency power system designed by GE as part of the center’s campus transformation project.
Josh Rownd
A new addition to McCarthy Building Companies’ health care team, Josh Rownd is now the firm’s director of business development for its central division. A registered architect, Rownd joins McCarthy from Atlanta-based HDR Inc, holding 27 years of experience in architecture, design/build and construction. Certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Board, he holds architectural licenses in Missouri, Georgia, Minnesota, Nebraska, Kansas and in Canada.
Lance Cage
Lance Cage, LEED AP, a 25-year veteran of the construction and real estate industry, has joined HOK as marketing principal and senior vice president to help direct business development and marketing in the firm’s 17-state North Central region. With experience in several sectors, including the health care field, Cage will be working with the company’s St. Louis and Denver offices to cultivate business opportunities.
Voice Command System
TextSpeak released the TTS-EM-HD2, a small yet all-inclusive voice synthesis paging and announcement system as a stand-alone alternative and/or supplement to basic communication units. Designed to automatically convert text into clear natural voice, the real-time audio machine supports over 20 languages and allows users to deliver information directly to staff. With its ability to read beepers as well as computer text displays, the system can also voice data, alerts and warnings.
Splash-free Hygienic Sink System
The new integrated ICU sink and faucet system from American Standard is designed to minimize splashing and create a more hygienic environment, ideal for health care facilities. With its deep, sloping sink profile and gooseneck faucet spout, the system also features a touch-less sensor for hands-free operation and user convenience. Developed with a sealed overflow to prevent water from pooling, the vitreous china sink is designed with an EverClean surface to reduce the growth of stain and odor-causing bacteria, mold and mildew, according to the company.