Laird to Present on Benefits of Bluetooth Low Energy for Medical Devices


Expert to speak at fifth annual Medical Device Connectivity Conference



Laird, a global technology company, announced that one of their Wireless technology experts will present at the Fifth Annual Medical Device Connectivity Conference, a conference and exhibition that focuses on the integration of medical devices and information systems. The conference takes place November 21 - 22, 2013 at the Hyatt Dulles in Herndon, Virginia.



Chris Downey, Product Manager for Laird, will present on the adoption of Bluetooth technology for medical devices, with a focus on design considerations, managing power consumption and deployment considerations to ensure reliable wireless systems. Chris will also be joined by Bill Saltzstein, medical business development director of connectBlue. Their presentation begins at 10:30 a.m. on Track A, November 22, 2013. For a full agenda of the conference, visit http://tcbi.org/mdc2013/agenda/.



“Bluetooth and in particular the Bluetooth 4.0 specification which includes Bluetooth Low Energy is expected to see rapid adoption in medical devices. Bluetooth Low Energy offers significant benefits for medical devices by providing a secure, low latency, low power solution for delivering small packets of data, such as for medical devices,” said Downey.



The conference also features several other presentations on topics including interoperability, patient safety, best practices for risk management and the future of medical device connectivity.



Embedded Wireless Solutions from Laird provide reliable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth solutions, enabling wireless connectivity for portable medical devices, and ensuring secure communication of data in challenging hospital environments. To learn more about these solutions, visit www.lairdtech.com/wireless.



For more on the challenges and benefits of implementing wireless technology in a hospital, register today for the Laird webinar, Making the Connected Hospital a Reality: Medical Grade Wi-Fi for Hospitals.



Contact Information

For additional information, visit http://www.lairdtech.com or contact us at:

Americas: +1-800-492-2320

Europe: +44-1628-858-940

Asia: +852-2932-0610

Email: WirelessInfo@lairdtech.com



About Laird Technologies, Inc.

Laird is a global technology business focused on enabling wireless communication and smart systems, and providing components and systems that protect electronics. Laird operates through two divisions, Wireless Systems and Performance Materials. Wireless Systems solutions include antenna systems, embedded wireless modules, telematics products and wireless automation and control solutions. Performance Materials solutions include electromagnetic interference shielding, thermal management and signal integrity products. As a leader in the design, supply and support of innovative technology, our products allow people, organisations, machines and applications to connect effectively, helping to build a world where smart technology transforms the way of life.



Custom products are supplied to major sectors of the electronics industry including the handset, telecommunications, IT, automotive, public safety, consumer, medical, rail, mining and industrial markets. Providing value and differentiation to our customers through innovation, reliable fulfilment and speed, Laird PLC is listed and headquartered in London, and employs over 9,000 people in more than 58 facilities located in 18 countries.



Contact information: Jannette Avila, Laird Technologies, 3481 Rider Trail South, Earth City,

MO 63045



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jannette.avila@lairdtech.com

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