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26 November 2006 - 10:30PM
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SonoSite, Inc. (Nasdaq:SONO), the world leader in hand-carried
ultrasound, announced today that it has introduced a new
high-frequency transducer, powerful enhancements for wireless
connectivity and security, and additional capabilities that further
add to the MicroMaxx� system�s performance in ultra-portable
examinations throughout the hospital. Current customers can upgrade
existing MicroMaxx systems to the new capabilities via compact
flash cards. SonoSite plans to begin customer shipments in
December. �This is SonoSite�s fourth major upgrade to the MicroMaxx
system since its introduction in June 2005,� said Thomas J. Dugan,
Senior Vice President for Marketing and U.S. Sales. �The rapid
execution of so many valuable enhancements in a short time period
demonstrates the MicroMaxx system�s exceptional flexibility and
underscores its importance in point-of-care diagnostics and
therapeutic care across the clinical spectrum.� Highlights of the
new performance upgrade include: New C11e/8-5 transducer � A new
micro-convex array, this slender, elegant transducer provides
excellent imaging for pediatric and neonatal studies and enhanced
image quality for line placement and nerve visualization. Extended
performance of the P17/5-1 phased array transducer � This phased
array transducer�s design is optimal for cardiac imaging,
transcranial imaging and abdominal imaging, particularly in
difficult to image patients. Its 2D imaging performance has been
improved with clutter reduction, second-generation harmonics, and
increased imaging penetration to 35 centimeters. The increased
depth allows clinicians to address a broader patient population.
Enhanced Wireless Connectivity � The MicroMaxx system now features
an 80211b/g card, which is the industry standard for enterprise
applications and features enhanced security. �The new wireless
capability supports the clinician�s frequent need to be nomadic by
enhancing the value of the MicroMaxx system�s portability,� added
Mr. Dugan. �With this new feature, clinicians can conduct imaging
studies at the patient�s bedside, transfer the results wirelessly,
and be certain that the data are saved in a central server with
enhanced security.� SonoSite is showcasing the new MicroMaxx system
capabilities at the 92nd Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society
of North America (RSNA) being held in Chicago from November 26 to
December 1 in Booth #4948 in the south hall of McCormick Place.
About the MicroMaxx System Weighing less than 8 pounds, the
portability and high performance of the MicroMaxx system is rapidly
changing patient assessment at the point of care throughout the
hospital. A 5-year warranty on the system and most of its
transducers is a standard feature, which dramatically lowers the
cost of ownership in an industry that typically charges 10 � 15% of
a product�s purchase price in annual service contracts. SonoSite�s
unprecedented warranty is a reflection of the understanding that an
ultra-portable ultrasound system must be extremely durable compared
to conventional products. About SonoSite SonoSite, Inc.
(www.sonosite.com), the innovator and world leader in hand-carried
ultrasound, is headquartered near Seattle and is represented by
eight subsidiaries and a global distribution network in over 75
countries. SonoSite�s small, lightweight systems are expanding the
use of ultrasound across the clinical spectrum by cost-effectively
bringing high-performance ultrasound to the point of patient care.
The company employs approximately 500 people worldwide. SonoSite,
Inc. (Nasdaq:SONO), the world leader in hand-carried ultrasound,
announced today that it has introduced a new high-frequency
transducer, powerful enhancements for wireless connectivity and
security, and additional capabilities that further add to the
MicroMaxx(R) system's performance in ultra-portable examinations
throughout the hospital. Current customers can upgrade existing
MicroMaxx systems to the new capabilities via compact flash cards.
SonoSite plans to begin customer shipments in December. "This is
SonoSite's fourth major upgrade to the MicroMaxx system since its
introduction in June 2005," said Thomas J. Dugan, Senior Vice
President for Marketing and U.S. Sales. "The rapid execution of so
many valuable enhancements in a short time period demonstrates the
MicroMaxx system's exceptional flexibility and underscores its
importance in point-of-care diagnostics and therapeutic care across
the clinical spectrum." Highlights of the new performance upgrade
include: -- New C11e/8-5 transducer - A new micro-convex array,
this slender, elegant transducer provides excellent imaging for
pediatric and neonatal studies and enhanced image quality for line
placement and nerve visualization. -- Extended performance of the
P17/5-1 phased array transducer - This phased array transducer's
design is optimal for cardiac imaging, transcranial imaging and
abdominal imaging, particularly in difficult to image patients. Its
2D imaging performance has been improved with clutter reduction,
second-generation harmonics, and increased imaging penetration to
35 centimeters. The increased depth allows clinicians to address a
broader patient population. -- Enhanced Wireless Connectivity - The
MicroMaxx system now features an 80211b/g card, which is the
industry standard for enterprise applications and features enhanced
security. "The new wireless capability supports the clinician's
frequent need to be nomadic by enhancing the value of the MicroMaxx
system's portability," added Mr. Dugan. "With this new feature,
clinicians can conduct imaging studies at the patient's bedside,
transfer the results wirelessly, and be certain that the data are
saved in a central server with enhanced security." SonoSite is
showcasing the new MicroMaxx system capabilities at the 92nd Annual
Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) being
held in Chicago from November 26 to December 1 in Booth #4948 in
the south hall of McCormick Place. About the MicroMaxx System
Weighing less than 8 pounds, the portability and high performance
of the MicroMaxx system is rapidly changing patient assessment at
the point of care throughout the hospital. A 5-year warranty on the
system and most of its transducers is a standard feature, which
dramatically lowers the cost of ownership in an industry that
typically charges 10 - 15% of a product's purchase price in annual
service contracts. SonoSite's unprecedented warranty is a
reflection of the understanding that an ultra-portable ultrasound
system must be extremely durable compared to conventional products.
About SonoSite SonoSite, Inc. (www.sonosite.com), the innovator and
world leader in hand-carried ultrasound, is headquartered near
Seattle and is represented by eight subsidiaries and a global
distribution network in over 75 countries. SonoSite's small,
lightweight systems are expanding the use of ultrasound across the
clinical spectrum by cost-effectively bringing high-performance
ultrasound to the point of patient care. The company employs
approximately 500 people worldwide.
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