Launch of EpiGuard EpiShuttle

The EpiShuttle is a modular single user isolation system, specially designed for transport of patients. The unit both protects the patient from a contaminated environment or protects the environment from an infected patient.

EpiShuttle is an innovative medical isolation and transportation system designed for optimal safety and numerous treatment options during patient loading and transport. The unit is a single user isolator made of solvent resistant materials. EpiShuttle can be carried and is compatible with leading  ambulance-stretcher undercarriage EMS systems.

The EpiShuttle is compatible with most mechanical ventilator circuits. Using negative pressure and HEPA-filtration, the isolator provides full environmental protection from particulate cross-contamination of highly infectious diseases. In positive pressure mode, the isolator protects patients from hazardous  environmental agents through the use of CBRN filters. The design allows for full intensive care treatment and emergency procedures, such as intubation and insertion of central venous catheters. The EpiShuttle is designed for multiple use, easy communication and optimal patient comfort.

Air Filtering Technology

Negative pressure

In negative pressure mode, the air system creates a negative pressure inside the isolator, relative to the environment. The air flow is directed through the inlet filters at the head end, and through the outlet filters at the foot end. The negative pressure prevents contaminated air to escape from the isolator.

Positive pressure

In positive pressure mode, the air system creates a positive pressure inside the isolator, relative to the environment. The air flow is directed through the inlet filters at the foot end, and through the outlet filters at the head end. The positive pressure prevents the non-filtered external air to enter the isolator.

The filter and blower system generates more than 15 air exchanges per hour to ensure maximum patient comfort and safety.