InPlay's Duraswitch Licensee, Memtron, Capitalizes on Benefits of MagnaMouse(TM) as Rotary Switch Replacement for Medical Devic
August 28 2006 - 10:15AM
PR Newswire (US)
PHOENIX, Aug. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- InPlay Technologies'
(NASDAQ:NPLA) Duraswitch licensee, Memtron Input Components, a
principal control panel supplier for the medical industry, is
leading the way in marketing the benefits of the Duraswitch
MagnaMouse(TM) as a cost-effective alternative to rotary switches
for medical device controls. "A common issue with portable devices
in the medical industry is broken or bent shafts on rotors. Because
the rotary knob sticks out from the surface of the control panel,
it is easily bumped during normal transportation and handling of
portable devices," said David Hildner, national sales manager,
Input Components for Memtron. "MagnaMouse offers the same
functional output as a rotary switch but without the shaft which
can break off." As a rotary replacement, the user moves his finger
in a circular motion on the flat or embossed overlay. MagnaMouse
functions by using an armature, held in place by a magnet in the
resting position, and released when pressure is applied. The
armature returns to the magnet when released. "The success of the
iPod has helped end-users become familiar with using a flat-panel,
circular wheel control to dial up and down on an electronic
device," added Tim Kuhn, vice president business development,
InPlay Technologies. "Memtron's knowledge of the Duraswitch
technologies enables them to offer this cost-effective, ergonomic
alternative for their medical OEM customers." In addition to
solving problems associated with lost or broken knob controls,
eliminating the typical rotary switch knob saves cost and space.
MagnaMouse is thin (less than 0.080") and can be mounted on a flex
circuit. "The added benefit for the medical industry is that
MagnaMouse is completely sealed, making it easy to clean the
control panel without damaging the switches," added Hildner. An
extremely durable technology, MagnaMouse works with rubber or hard
keycap overlays and basic flat-panel polyester overlays. MagnaMouse
is easily integrated with PushGate or other pushbutton technologies
into a sealed, thin panel, eliminating secondary assembly
processes. Duraswitch technologies are available exclusively
through licensed manufacturers. For a list of Duraswitch licensees,
visit http://www.duraswitch.com/licensees/licensees.asp. About
Memtron Memtron Input Components, a unit of the Interface
Technologies Group of Esterline Corporation, specializes in the
design and manufacture of membrane switches, passive and active PC
board-backed switches, elastomeric keypads, and touch screen
integrated panels. Memtron engineers leverage 30 years of interface
expertise and technology development to implement fast-turn
prototypes and designs for low-cost manufacturing. A Memtron device
can be found in virtually any application imaginable -- from
hospital surgical rooms and restaurants to manufacturing plant
floors and oil rigs. Headquartered in Frankenmuth, Mich., Memtron
is one of Duraswitch's top licensees, winning 'Licensee of the
Year' in 2001. For more information, visit http://www.memtron.com/.
About InPlay Technologies InPlay Technologies markets and licenses
proprietary emerging technologies through two divisions: FinePoint
and Duraswitch. FinePoint Innovations is a developer of pen
computing products for tablet PCs and computer peripherals.
FinePoint's digital solution is the computing pen and digitizer for
a major computer OEM's award-winning line of convertible notebooks.
The company was founded to commercialize its internally developed
Duraswitch electronic switch technologies and has executed license
agreements with switch manufacturers and OEMs worldwide. Today,
Duraswitch patented technologies are in the controls of a wide
range of commercial and industrial applications. InPlay
Technologies is focused on further commercialization of these
technologies and leveraging its licensing model with additional,
innovative technologies. Visit http://www.inplaytechnologies.com/
for more information. DATASOURCE: InPlay Technologies CONTACT:
Heather Beshears, Vice President, Corporate Communications of
InPlay Technologies, Inc., +1-480-586-3357, Web site:
http://http//www.duraswitch.com/licensees/licensees.asp Web site:
http://www.inplaytechnologies.com/ http://www.memtron.com/
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