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Today's hospitals continue to see the res-ponsibilities of critical hospital personnelexpand. Hospitals continue to look to tech-nology to improve their ability to deliverexpanding hospital services without in-creased staffing. A pneumatic tube systemcan yield an immediate and measurableresult in this dilemma.

An infinite variety of material can be trans-ported with an Aerocom pneumatic tubesystem. Documents, reports, patient files,X-rays, pharmaceuticals, lab specimens,plasma, injection vials and instruments arejust a few of the more common examples.

Aerocom connects the entire hospital.Emergency rooms, labs, blood bank, phar-macy, and all supporting areas can now belinked together. Items that once travelledby foot can now automatically reach theirdestination at speeds of up to eight metersper second. Overall hospital operation isnow streamlined as valuable hospital staffcan focus on doing what they do best… treating patients.

Why pneumatic tube systems in hospitals?Solutions for improved operational efficiency

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AC 3000 Premium StationOuter diameter: 110 mm

Aerocom tube systems provide savingsthroughout the hospitalAerocom AC 3000- Sophisticated PC-control with multi-zone system capacity

The AC 3000's sending and receiving stations are the perfect solution for to-day's busy hospital environments. Theirthru-station design allows Aerocom engineers to design a system using a minimum amount of tubing. Not only does this reduce system cost, but it alsosimplifies installation.

This is of particular benefit when integratinga system into an existing medical facility.The AC 3000 could not be easier to use.It's as simple as selecting the desired desti-nation from the station directory and pres-sing the send button. Routing through themultiple zones and diverters is determinedby the system's PC controller.

In keeping with existing health regulations,the stations are designed to operate withno air leakage during send and receive operations. Computer controlled pneumaticbraking automatically slows the carriersprior to arrival at the station. This helpsinsure the safe delivery of delicate items.

Aerocom's remote system diagnostics helpinsure maximum reliability and uptime.An Aerocom technician can remotely accesssystem diagnostics and programming.

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A single zone system with through- or end-stations.An intelligent microprocessor controlled system makes itpossible to send carriers between each station of a system.

The AC 3000 multi-zone-system can interconnect as many as 512 stations with up to 64 independently operating zones.Familiar Windows ™ operating software provides completetransaction auditing, a graphic real-time system statusdisplay, as well as user-friendly programming capabilities to the system administrator.

In addition to relieving vital staff membersof the routine transport of lab samples andmedications, pneumatic tube systems deli-ver these items in a fraction of the time.

More importantly, essential samples andmedications reach their destinations inseconds rather than minutes.

The connection between the differentzones of a tube system is managed bydiverters. All dispatches are co-ordinatedby the central PC unit.

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Simple, functional, and attractiveBlending ergonomics, performance, and aesthetics

Front-Loading-StationGiga-Station

Multi-Load-StationUniversell Through or Endstation COM-Station

Endstation after Diverter EWSUniversell Through or EndstationPremium-Station

Aerocom stations compliment the appea-rance of any hospital environment. Theyare the perfect blend of contemporarydesign and exceptional ergonomics.

Stations are equipped with an easy to read,easy to follow, LCD menu that makes selec-ting a destination and system activation assimple as can be.

Systems are available in 110 mm and 160 mm configurations.

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A variety of custom carrier insertsis available to provide safe trans-port of lab samples, plasma bags,and surgical instruments, just toname a few.

While we offer a variety of end stations, all provide a gentle landing for arriving carriers.

1110 When is the right time to install a pneumatic tube system? There is no better time than the present.Whether new construction or retrofit projectin an existing facility, Aerocom delivers acustomized solution to meet any require-ment. If you have a need to get it there fast,Aerocom's vast product line can make ithappen. From a basic point-to-point system(AC 2U), to the computer controlled, multi-zoned, AC 3000 with its up to 512 stationcapacity, Aerocom engineers can get it done.

Why pneumatic tube systems?When routine errands can be handled ata speed of 6 - 8 m/sec rather than on foot,the performance of your entire operation is enhanced. Two of the most valuableassets in any business are time and money.Aerocom tube systems save both.There is an added benefit beyond the blackand white savings of money and time.By reducing the requirement for routineerrands, valuable hospital staff is now freeto direct their attention to what they dobest… treating patients.

What can be transported?Tubing diameters range from 110mm to 305 mm. This allows the transfer of itemsover 280 mm in diameter and almost500 mm in length. Materials weighingnearly 28 kg can be transported at speedsof up to 8 meters per second.Materials such as blood and tissue samplescan arrive at the lab in seconds.Medications sent from the central pharmacycan reach the nursing stations by the push of a button. X-rays and their results can be in the hands of the technicians and doctorsin a fraction of the time it used to take. Eventransport of medical and surgical equip-ment can be made more efficient throughan Aerocom pneumatic tube system.

Why Aerocom?Improved efficiency, maximized productivity and reduced cost

Where to install a pneumatic tube system?Practically everywhere! Stations can beconnected by a horizontal run or mountedvertically. Tubing can be installed overhead,or underground. Since tubing can be runoutdoors, Aerocom pneumatic tubesystems can even link multiple buildings.Even streets and rivers don't present anobstacle that Aerocom can't overcome.So perhaps the easier question would be;where can you not install an Aerocomsystem?

Aerocom has a solution to your materialtransport need!

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Aerocom GmbH & Co.Adam-Riese-Straße 1673529 Schwäbisch-GmündGermanyTelefon ++49 (0) 7171 1045-0Telefax ++49 (0) 7171 1045-299info@aerocom.de

www.aerocom.de

Aerocom is the world leader in pneumatictube systems technology.

In addition to possessing the widest rangeof standard products in the industry, wealso have the experience and expertise tocustom design system solutions for justabout any application.

We provide factory direct representationand support of our products through our 10 offices in Germany, as well as 5 offices inEurope (Belgium, France, Italy, Switzerland,and Netherlands). Through our exclusivedistributor network, aerocom products arerepresented, installed, and supported in 65 countries around the globe.