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News Release from: InPlay Technologies, Duraswitch Division | Subject: PushGate
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 26 August 2003
Handheld medical laser is right on the
button
The combined strengths of three Arizona-based companies has culminated in a revolutionary new medical device.
The combined strengths of three Arizona-based companies, Duraswitch an innovator in electronic switch technologies, AP Industrial, a diversified electronic switch manufacturer and Erchonia Medical, the world leader in low level laser technology, has culminated in a revolutionary new medical device Erchonia recently released the PL 5000, a low-level laser medical device
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 30 Apr 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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"PushGate provides a reliable, user-friendly interface, matching our demand for high quality", said Charlie Shanks, Vice President Sales and Marketing for Erchonia.
Lawrence Owens, Director of Design, AP Industrial added: "With this model, we used a flexible electroluminescent layer for thin, uniform lighting.
With a dome or other membrane switch, we would have lost the tactile feedback.
PushGate maintained a superior tactile response, even under this extra layer".
"This is a win-win relationship.
AP's expertise in design enabled a superior product in a quick turnaround.
Erchonia's own innovative technology is enhanced with a high quality package", commented Tim Kuhn, Vice President Business Development, Duraswitch.
"For Duraswitch, we continue to see design wins from our licensees in the medical industry, a key market for our technologies".
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