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Press Release
December 2005

Prima SP2 Anaesthesia System

Penlon Limited is pleased to announce the launch of the new Prima SP2 Anaesthesia System, with the all new A200SP Absorber.
The Prima SP2, A200SP Absorber, and new AV-S Ventilator combine to provide an advanced, integrated system specifically designed for low flow anaesthesia applicable to a wide patient profile.

AV-S is a multi-mode advanced ventilator with SIMV, SMMV and Pressure Support modes, to ensure safe ventilation of a spontaneously breathing patient.

A200SP Absorber features an optional heater for trouble-free operation.

The Prima SP2 features the versatile GCX side mounting system and optional full width secondary shelving to facilitate easy mounting of monitors and displays.

Prima SP2 in the USA

U.S. Hospital Market
Penlon America Launched in the USA
To market the Prima SP2 Anaesthesia System in the U.S. hospital market, Penlon has set up a new brand Penlon America - with our distribution partner, Keomed PLN.
Keomed are well established in the USA and have been serving the U.S. anaesthesia community for over 30 years.
Penlon America was launched at the American Society of Anesthesiologists Annual Meeting at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta in October 2005, and has created a big impact on the anaesthesia community in the United States.

U.S. Freestanding Surgery Centres
To market the Prima SP2 Anaesthesia System in freestanding surgery centres, Penlon has partnered with Paragon Service, an experienced and dynamic specialist anaesthetic company.

These exciting ventures underline our plans for expansion and growth which will benefit the reputation of the Penlon brand in all territories and markets around the world.

Please note that www.penlonamerica.com and www.paragonservice.com are for U.S. customers only. Customers in all other markets and territories should continue to visit http://www.penlon.com for information on all Penlon products and services.