Anton/Bauer to Unveil Groundbreaking Swappable Power Systems at HIMSS12

SHELTON, Conn., Feb. 17, 2012  /PRNewswire/ -- Anton/Bauer, the world's premier provider of batteries, chargers, and other mobile power systems for the healthcare industry, will set a new industry standard with the launch of new "hot swappable" batteries at the HIMSS12 Health IT Conference and Exhibition (booth #4869) February 21 – 23.

Anton/Bauer's HotSwap systems enable hospitals to power mobile workstations without downtime while ensuring 100 percent mobility. Because workstations never need to be plugged into a wall, HotSwap reduces hallway clutter and ensures compliance with Joint Commission standards.

"At HIMSS12, we will showcase new products that raise the standard for this important technology that transforms workflows and reduces overall capital equipment costs," said Patrick Ney, vice president of Anton/Bauer's MPS division. "HotSwap is the only swappable power system on the market today designed for demanding healthcare settings that allows hospitals to select from multiple battery chemistries and capacities to meet performance and budget goals."

Anton/Bauer will also feature its Interactive® Charging System that enables users to re-charge many different battery types with one device. This 'smart' technology ensures compatibility with future cell chemistries by adjusting requirements with a simple software upgrade.

"Our Interactive Charging System gives hospitals the ability to plan long-term without fear that the power system they are purchasing will become obsolete," explained Ney. "Every Anton/Bauer battery is compatible with all Anton/Bauer chargers, and our advanced system will ensure compatibility as battery technology continues to advance."

Made in the U.S., Anton/Bauer's mobile power system solutions are built on more than 40 years of experience. Designed to work with any mobile computing workstation, Anton/Bauer's products include patented technology that increases overall battery life and runtimes. The company's product line includes both swappable and conventional models in a wide range of configurations, size and chemistries to match any hospitals needs for capacity, runtime and other features.

ABOUT ANTON/BAUER

With more than 40 years of proven experience, Anton/Bauer is recognized as the world's innovator and premier provider of multi-chemistry battery, charging, and monitoring technology for the Mobile Power Systems (MPS) industry. Anton/Bauer MPS designs and manufactures Mobile Power Systems used with medical workstations and other mobile devices. The company's headquarters is in Shelton, Conn., and operates offices in South America, Europe and Asia. For more information on Anton/Bauer, visit www.AntonBauerMPS.com.  

ABOUT THE VITEC GROUP PLC

The Vitec Group plc is acknowledged as a global leader in the supply of equipment and services to the broadcasting, entertainment and photographic industries and has established a reputation for technical excellence and superior engineering along with an astute business strategy which has seen it grow by acquisition. Innovation is a cornerstone of the Group's activities and the organization is committed to a policy of continuous product development. With revenues (2010) of $490m (pounds 309.6m) and over 2200 employees world-wide, its products are distributed in almost 100 countries, through a strong, fully-resourced distribution network or direct to the end user or corporate customer. More information can be found at www.vitecgroup.com.

SOURCE Anton/Bauer