Current Press Releases
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August 31,2010
Dräger replaces variable acquisition component and strengthens equity
- Option for the issue of preferred shares instead of cash payment
- Reduction of liabilities
- Strengthening equity
August 12, 2010
Dräger Introduces New Chemical Protective Suit - CPS 5900 Designed for Hazmat Situations
Draeger Safety Inc. today introduced a new single exposure, disposable, Level A gas-tight chemical protective suit for hazardous materials (hazmat) incidents. Called the Dräger CPS 5900, the fully-encapsulated suit is specially designed to provide complete protection against hazardous gases, liquids and particles.
July 21, 2010
Dräger Supports 18th Annual Health Forum and the American Hospital Association Leadership Summit
Draeger Medical, Inc., a leader in innovative patient monitoring solutions, is continuing its partnership with Health Forum and the American Hospital Association for the third consecutive year as a corporate underwriter for the 2010 Health Forum Leadership Summit taking place in San Diego, CA, July 22 - 24, 2010.
July 15, 2010
Dräger Announces Partnership with L. N. Curtis & sons to Distribute Emergency Responder Equipment
Draeger Safety Inc. announced today that L. N. Curtis & sons will be a new distributor of Dräger emergency responder equipment in thirteen western states in the United States.
June 22, 2010
Dräger Announces New Innovian Anesthesia Contract in Nova Scotia
Draeger Medical Canada, Inc. today announced the award of a contract to provide an advanced Anesthesia Information Management System (AIMS) for the Capital District Health Authority and IWK Health Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
June 14, 2010
Dräger expecting higher net sales growth and improved earnings
Lübeck – As a result of the continued positive business development in April and May, Dräger is expecting its business to progress better than previously anticipated for the full year 2010, driven by a good order situation and the strong development of net sales, especially in the regions Asia-Pacific and the Americas.
June 2, 2010
Laying the foundation stone in Lübeck: Dräger constructs new production and logistics building
Lübeck – Today, Dräger laid the foundation stone for its new production and logistics building.
May 31, 2010
Large order for a long-term partnership
Lübeck / Kassel – Dräger and Gesundheit Nordhessen Holding AG, Kassel, (GNH) have entered into a ten-year medical technology leasing agreement.
May 7, 2010
Annual shareholders’ meeting passes resolution on the issue of equity settled options
Lübeck – The annual shareholders’ meeting of Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA has passed the resolution proposed by the general partner and the Supervisory Board on replacing the variable component of the purchase price of the 25 percent share in the medical division with the issue of an equity settled option.
May 6, 2010
Omaha Fire Department Launches Advanced ‘Live Fire’ Training Program
Understanding how fire behaves is considered the most effective weapon for fighting fires and saving lives. With a predominantly young workforce, the Omaha Fire Department has launched an advanced live fire training program that gives firefighters the knowledge and the benefit of experience once gained only through years on the job.
May 06, 2010
Future Changes to the Executive Board of Dräger Group
- Toni Schofner new Executive Board member for production and logistics as of September 1, 2010
- Dr. Herbert Fehrecke is taking on research & development
- Gert-Hartwig Lescow’s contract extended ahead of time by five years
May 05, 2010
Strong growth in the first quarter: Dräger achieves excellent result
- Order intake, orders on hand and net sales increased
- Earnings five times higher than at the same time in the prior year
- Cash flow from operating activities more than quadrupled
- Turnaround program continues to be successful
May 4, 2010
Fire and EMS Departments Preparing Applications for 2010 Assistance to Firefighters Grants
Eligible fire departments and non-affiliated emergency medical service organizations are starting to prepare applications for the 2010 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program. The program helps first responders obtain critically needed equipment, protective gear, emergency vehicles, training and other resources.
April 30, 2010
Buyback of Siemens’ share in Dräger Medical AG & Co. KG successfully concluded
Lübeck – Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA successfully concluded its buyback of all shares in Siemens Medical Holding GmbH, which holds 25 percent of the limited shares in Dräger Medical AG & Co. KG, from Siemens Beteiligungen Inland GmbH, a subsidiary of Siemens AG.
April 12, 2010
New Babylog VN500 for Neonatal Ventilation
Draeger Medical Systems, Inc., announced today that it has received 510(k) clearance from the FDA to market the Babylog VN500 in the US. The ventilator is Dräger’s most advanced product for neonatal ventilation. The Babylog VN500 ventilator offers the latest technology in mechanical ventilation specifically designed for the special needs of neonates and infants. Its versatility and range of operation is well suited for special care nurseries and pediatric intensive care units.
April 7, 2010
Babyfirst.com Launches Online Resource For Neonatal Care Information
Launched today, Babyfirst.com is a new single destination where neonatal doctors and nurses can exchange information and experiences online – across a range of neonatal care specialties. With content populated by clinicians and renowned experts, the Web site also offers parents and families of premature babies a trusted resource to gain a better understanding of what they can expect in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) – with insight into common terms, procedures, equipment, post-hospital care, and more.
April 7, 2010
New Evita Infinity V500 for Critical Care Ventilation
Dräger Medical Systems, Inc., announced today that it has received 510(k) clearance from the FDA to market the Evita Infinity V500 in the US. The ventilator is Dräger’s latest and most advanced product in its ventilator product line. The Evita Infinity V500 ventilator offers the latest technology in mechanical ventilation for critically ill or injured adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. Its versatility and range of operation is well suited for acute care facilities as well as university medical centers.
April 6, 2010
Dräger to Host Webinar for Firefighters on Health Hazards of Hydrogen Cyanide
Dräger will sponsor a webinar for firefighters and first responders on the dangers and long-terms effects of hydrogen cyanide (HCN) and carbon monoxide (CO). Scheduled for June 8, 2010 at 8:00 pm Eastern Daylight Time, the webinar will be presented by Captain Rick Rochford, a 26-year veteran of the Jacksonville, Florida Fire Rescue Department.
March 31, 2010
Omaha Fire Department Upgrades Live Fire Training: Selected Dräger Swede Survival System
To upgrade the department’s live fire training program for both rookie and experienced firefighters, the department selected the Dräger Swede Survival System to train all 684 firefighters on the force.
March 23, 2010
At Kaweah Delta, Infinity M300 provides clinicians with direct access to real-time vital signs information on ambulatory patients
To enhance patient care management, Kaweah Delta Medical Center in Visalia, Calif., selected the wireless Dräger Infinity M300 patient-worn (telemetry) monitor.
March 17, 2010
Annual accounts press conference 2010: Turnaround program already saved around EUR 45 million in 2009
- Orders on hand up 10 percent year-on-year
- Cash flow increased, capital employed decreased
- Higher dividend has been suggested
February 18, 2010
Dräger reporting significant increase in Q4 profits
- Q4 EBIT reached EUR 51.7 million (Q1-Q3 2009: EUR 28.4 million)
- Orders on hand at record level
- Turnaround program delivering considerably higher savings
February 5, 2010
Dräger Donates Equipment for Haiti
Dräger is responding to Haiti’s earthquake victims by donating 16 ventilators and two anesthesia machines to the University of Miami for use at a 300-bed field hospital, including operating room suites.
February 1, 2010
Dräger Wins “Best of Show” Exhibit Award at the 55th Annual AARC Congress
The medical division of Dräger is pleased to announce that it was awarded “Best in Show” exhibit at the 55th International Congress of the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) held this past December in San Antonio, Texas. The AARC’s Congress is the nation’s largest gathering for members of the respiratory care community to share technical innovations and clinical advancements. Approximately 6,000 respiratory therapists, physicians, and other clinicians attend the show annually.
December 29, 2009
Dräger buys back Siemens stake in Dräger Medical AG & Co. KG
Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA, Lübeck, is to purchase the 25 percent minority stake in Dräger Medical AG & Co. KG held by Siemens AG, Munich. The Managing Board of Siemens AG approved the move, as did the corresponding bodies at Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA.
December 22, 2009
Dräger savings on track, Lübeck site strengthened
- Respiratory Care strategic business field to be pooled in Lübeck in future
- New building for Infrastructure Projects strategic business field
- Production increases workforce in Lübeck
December 21, 2009
Supervisory Board extends Stefan Dräger’s Executive Board contract
- Dr. Herbert Fehrecke appointed Vice Chairman of the Executive Board
Dräger and ICON Providing Clinical Support Services for H1N1 Caregivers
Telford, PA - Given the severity of the influenza season this year which includes the declaration of H1N1 as a national emergency, Dräger and Intensive Care On-line Network (ICON) have agreed to provide clinical services to any hospital managing an H1N1 patient on APRV or APRV-like ventilation (i.e. Bi-Vent, Bi-level, etc).
November 05, 2009
Third quarter of 2009:
Order intake and net sales increase
- H1N1 virus boosts positive development
- Earnings in third quarter increase year-on-year
- Currency effects impact full year earnings
- Operating cash flow significantly up on prior year figure
- Turnaround program records its first successes
September 08, 2009
Dräger introduces the next generation Isolette
Precise thermoregulation, ease and comfort for the caregiver and parents, and efficiency in the NICU – these are core features of the next generation infant incubator from Dräger. The Isolette 8000 is designed with many ergonomic and practical features to optimize clinical processes. The latest member of the Isolette family builds on a proven design while incorporating advanced features to facilitate best possible care for the fragile neonate.
August 06, 2009
Second quarter of 2009:
Dräger increases order intake and net sales
- Currency effects and change in product mix impact earnings
- R&D expenditure rises to 8.4 percent of net sales
- Free cash flow improved
- Net debt lowered
- Turnaround program being implemented
July 20, 2009
Dräger Initiates a Voluntary Device Recall of Stabilet
Telford, PA – Draeger Medical Inc. recommends the removal of Stabilet Infant Warmer models 200, 300, 1250, 1500, 200/3000, 2000, 2200/3200, 3000, and 3200 from service and replacing them with alternative warmers as soon as it is feasible.
June 15, 2009
Dräger countering negative earnings trend by launching turnaround program
- Reduction in non-personnel and personnel costs as well as optimization of revenues planned
- Pact for Jobs of all employees envisaged
- Reduction in headcount expected
- 400 individual measures in all areas of the Company
- The measure’s capacity amounts to EUR 100 million
- Implementation starting in July
- Continuingly high investments into product development
May 28, 2009
London, England Fire Department places major order with Draeger
The London Fire Department has placed a major order with Draeger for both breathing apparatus and monitoring systems. Representing a significant level of investment, even for the UK’s largest firefighting service, the order also reflects a major commitment on behalf of both parties to work closely together to ensure even greater protection for England’s leading fire Department.
May 28, 2009
Fast, reliable detection of O2, H2S or CO with new Draeger single gas detectors
Pittsburgh, PA - - Draeger is expanding its family of single gas detectors with the launch of the Draeger Pac 3500 and Dräger Pac 5500. Designed for personal protection, these gas detectors measure the concentration of oxygen, carbon monoxide or hydrogen sulfide in the air. The Draeger Pac 3500 has a lifespan of approximately two years and the Draeger Pac 5500 has an indefinite lifespan with proper maintenance and servicing. Both instruments use minimal battery power and need low maintenance which results in a low cost of ownership.
May 28, 2009
Draeger Announces New Tubes & CMS Handbook - 15th Edition
Pittsburgh, PA - - The new Draeger-Tubes & CMS Handbook 15th Edition used for years as a reference source by industry professionals for soil, water and air investigations as well as technical gas analysis is now available for distribution.
May 28, 2009
Draeger Announces New Multi-Gas Plus Cartridge
Pittsburgh, PA - - Draeger is pleased to announce the introduction of the new Multi-Gas Plus cartridge to fit our X-plore 3300/3500/5500 twin filter masks. These cartridges are unique because they do not carry the “escape only” designation for H2S protection, and can be used to work in environments up to 100ppm (IDLH level), providing proper change out schedules and OSHA guidelines are followed (service life graphs are available). This cartridge utilizes the same low-profile, swept-back design and two-point bayonet connection as the other X-plore cartridges.
May 28, 2009
Comfort matters - the new Draeger series of filtering facepiece respirators demonstrate exceptional wearer comfort.
Pittsburgh, PA – The best respiratory protection is useless if it is not worn. When developing the new X-plore 1700 series, Draeger dedicated special attention to ensuring that the mask was both easy to handle and that the comfort of the wearer was maximized. While offering extremely low breathing resistance their high filtering performance has not been compromised.
May 12, 2009
Dräger Establishes European Employee Organization
Lübeck, Germany – Dräger has founded a European employee organization, the Dräger European Forum (DEF). This body, which met for the first time in Lübeck on the 11th of May, 2009, now represents the interests of Dräger employees at the international level.
May 06, 2009
Q1 2009: Net sales growth and weaker order situation
- Continued high level of investments in
research and development - Turnaround program to boost income
Lübeck – The first quarter has already shown that fiscal year 2009, as expected, will be a difficult year for Dräger.
March 19, 2009
Annual accounts press conference 2009
Lübeck, Germany – Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA finished fiscal year 2008 with an increase in net sales and stable order intake.
March 9, 2009
Superior Product Design
Not one, but two Dräger products received the iF product design award in 2009: The Ponta beam system and the Infinity C700 for IT workstation. A total of 2,808 products from 39 countries were submitted. The international selection committee awarded 802 labels for superior product design. These two medical devices were among the first Dräger products developed according to the company’s current design guidelines.
March 6, 2009
Dräger achieves revised forecast
On the basis of the provisional, unaudited financial statements, Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA has achieved the forecast revised as of December 12, 2008. Net sales rose by 5.8 percent to EUR 1,924.5 million (2007: EUR 1,819.5 million), EBIT (before non-recurring expenses) amounted to EUR 130.5 million (down 14 percent).
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