National Ergonomics Conference Attendees Choice Award Goes to the Versatilt, a Safe Patient Handling Device by REDpoint International, Inc.

Best new product of the year award acknowledges The Versatilt’s ability to improve productivity and safety while reducing cost in the workplace.

LAS VEGAS, NV – November 19, 2009: REDpoint International, Inc, designer and manufacturer of the Versatilt, received the annual National Ergonomics and Exposition (NECE) Attendee’s Choice Award for best new product in Las Vegas November 18-21, 2009. The Versatilt is a safe patient handling device that allows wheelchair patients to be tilted, while in their wheelchair, to a degree that is optimal for providing professional patient care in the best ergonomic positions possible.

Lenore Kolb, VP of Sales & Marketing for Continental Exhibitions, Inc. – owners/producers of ErgoExpo, stated, “The Attendees’ Choice Awards began in 2002 because we wanted to recognize the many advancements being made in ergonomics and safety products. ErgoExpo attendees and speakers voted for the product they believe will deliver the best opportunity to increase productivity and profitability, while improving workplace health and safety – and REDpoint’s Versatilt was declared the 2009 winner!“

The Versatilt has been on the market since April of this year. It can positively impact the practices and care of dentists, adult care facilities, wound care clinics, dialysis clinics, physical therapy and other protocols that treat wheelchair seated individuals. Treating a patient while in their chair eliminates the need for dangerous transfers aiding in the prevention of injury to the care provider as well as the patient. REDpoint offers two models; the Versatilt Essential which can accommodate up to a 22 inch seat wheelchair and maximum weight of 750 lbs and the Versatilt Champion that can accommodate up to a 36 inch seat wheelchair and maximum weight of 1,500 lbs. FDA cleared as a pressure relief device, the Versatilt also provides exceptional comfort for the patient.

“We are very excited that this year’s NECE attendees selected the Versatilt technology among a field of so many exciting, innovative companies and their products,” said Chuck Nokes, REDpoint’s President and CEO. “The attendees are leaders in the field of ergonomics and they fully understand how providing a safe ergonomic solution in the healthcare work environment can drive positive bottom line results in these economically difficult times. We strongly believe the Versatilt can help improve the working environment for care providers in their diligent treatment of the wheelchair bound. It is very gratifying to be recognized by such an illustrious group of experts. ”

The Versatilt also received Best New Product of 2009 Award at the West Coast Safe Patient Handling Conference held late September in San Francisco. The attendees voted the Versatilt as the most innovative product that will best aid in the safe treatment of non-ambulatory individuals. “To receive two such prestigious awards within two months is beyond our wildest dreams.“ Valerie Vance, REDpoint’s Executive VP, “It validates all the hard work we have put into the project and it motivates us to continue in our quest to develop other products that aid in the care and treatment of the disabled and well as provide the best possible safety of care providers.”

REDpoint International, Inc. is a medical innovations company that designs, develops and commercializes medical devices that save time, money and lives. REDpoint was founded in March of 2008 in Vancouver WA. The Versatilt is part of its safe patient handling product line.
Contact: REDpoint International Inc.

www.versatilt.com
4818 NE 143rd CIR
Vancouver, WA 98686
360-573-5957
Info @redpointcorp.com

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REDpoint International wins award at the Safe Patient Handling and Movement Conference

Attendees of the Safe Patient Handling & Movement Conference in San Francisco determined that the winner is REDpoint International! The Versatilt was declared the ‘Best New Product of 2009, West Coast Safe Patient Handling Conference’.

The University of South Florida College of Nursing & the Veteran’s Administration have been hosting a conference for 9 years, in the East & in the West, on Safe Patient Handling. It is attended in large numbers by nurses, doctors, physical therapists, Safe Patient Handling Program Coordinators, consultants, dentists and administrators.

The ground swell of activity demanding safe patient legislation is huge. There are now 9 states with laws on the books to help to protect our caregivers. Nurses & healthcare workers across all protocols are 7 times more likely to sustain musculoskeletal disorders than any other occupation. This, at a time when nationally we suffer from a shortage of nurses, explains why Safe Patient Handling devices are being sought after with a steady focus.

The most recent Safe Patient Handling Conference was held in San Francisco which attracted people & vendors from all over the world. It bustled with excitement & activity targeting the goals of the conference which included best practices for patient care ergonomics, technological solutions for safe patient handling & movement, determining ergonomic hazards in patient care settings & formulating strategies to reduce risks.

The Versatilt, a wheelchair tilting device, allows an individual, while in their chair, to be tilted back up to 65 degrees, stopping at any point, to allow optimum positioning for professional services. As a Safe Patient Handling device it eliminates the need for dangerous & uncomfortable chair transfers which can result in workers compensation claims, lost time wages, patient injuries and potential litigation. It is FDA cleared as a pressure relief device, has a Medicare/Medicaid billing number, a 50% tax credit for qualifying business & is made in Gresham Oregon. With international interest in the Versatilt, REDpoint is proud to be made in the USA.

REDpoint International, Inc. is a medical device design & development company that was incorporated in Vancouver Washington in March 2008 by 3 founders, Chuck Nokes, CEO, Valerie Vance, Vice President & Ron Ames, Research & Development Director. REDpoint develops medical devices that are internally invented, brought to them by outside sources and they further develop existing intellectual property.

As a startup company, REDpoint has products ranging from Safe Patient Handling Devices to infusion securement products. Their products save lives, time & money with a focus on a better quality of life. REDpoint holds the patents on other products yet to be developed. Their customers include dental offices, schools, universities, adult care & assisted living facilities, wound care clinics and diabetic foot care clinics. It is also currently being used as an in-home pressure relief device. Currently REDpoint is seeking distribution channels.

REDpoint International

Phone 360 573 5957

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Joomla Unlimited has been contracted to develop and SEO a new website for Redpoint International. Redpoint International develops and markets unique products for the medical, dental, and geriatric care fields. Currently they are marketing the Versatilt.

The Versatilt is a Wheelchair Tilting and Safe Patient Handling Device used by professionals in clinical and residential environments as well as in home use to tilt a patients wheelchair back up to 65 degrees for treatment or comfort for pressure points.

The Versatilt weighs only 175 lbs and requires the space of 36″ by 60″ for operation. This wheelchair tilting device can support 750 lbs in all positions and lends its self to a variety of applications for providing services of the medical, dentistry, and nursing home industries. It also provides pressure relief and comfort in the home environment for the wheelchair bound.

• Safe Patient Handling
• Special Care-Geriatric Dentistry
• Nursing Homes-Assisted Care Facilities-Geriatric Facilities
• Dialysis Clinics
• Diabetic Clinics
• Rehabilitation Facilities
• Hospitals
• Home Care

The Versatilt is a ground breaking Safe Patient Handling Device that is revolutionizing the manner in which wheelchair bound patients are offered care. This wheelchair tilt in place device offers a safe and stress free alternative for the medical provider to accommodate patients that are wheelchair bound.

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