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News Release from: InPlay Technologies, Duraswitch Division | Subject: PushGate
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial Team on 25 July 2007

Pushbutton is hand in glove with medical
design

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Tastitalia continues to penetrate the medical device market with new designs using the patented Duraswitch PushGate pushbutton technology.

Italy-based membrane switch manufacturer, Tastitalia, continues to penetrate the medical device market with new designs using the patented Duraswitch PushGate pushbutton technology Tastitalia's latest design win is a portable biofeedback and telemetry system

The handheld units are used by clinicians to evaluate the functional status of muscles and assist in training and rehabilitation.

"Our customer is a leading innovator in high-end hardware and software systems for electromyography (EMG) instrumentation", says Paolo Accattoli, owner and President, Tastitalia.

"This device is designed for the busy clinician who wants accurate and quick measurements".

"PushGate provides a reliable, crisp tactile feedback, making it well suited for a medical environment where most of the employees wear gloves while doing their work".

PushGate is a unique pushbutton that employs the simple combination of a metal actuator and a permanent magnet.

PushGate provides superior tactile feedback that does not degrade over time or use.

Using the natural force of magnetism instead of flexing domes or springs, PushGate is substantially more durable than conventional switch technologies.

"As with any medical application, reliability was a key requirement for this project".

"We have found that the PushGate technology is becoming one of the most frequently used constructions in the highly demanding human-machine interface market for medical devices", Accattoli continues.

Tim Kuhn, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Duraswitch added: "Since becoming a licensee, Tastitalia has been a strong supporter of the Duraswitch technology".

"Their manufacturing expertise, knowledge of the market, and dedication to providing customers with innovative designs has made them a strong partner for our company".

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