HI-Paradigm

FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS

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APPLICATIONS

Howard Medical carts are the mobile computing solution for applications including:

ACUTE

PATIENT CARE

LONG TERM

PATIENT CARE

MEDICATION

ADMINISTRATION

EMERGENCY

ROOM

PACS

RESPIRATORY

PHLEBOTOMY

ELECTRONIC

MEDICAL

RECORDS

ADMISSIONS/

REGISTRATION

IMPROVED WORKFLOW

Enhance workflow and efficiency by teaming the HI-Paradigm cart with our Transfer Cart or Med

Hub. Thanks to our innovatively designed, interchangeable drawer system, you can move medication from the pharmacy to the patient floors easily with the Transfer Cart, and store the extra medication-filled cassettes in the locking Med Hub. When ready for a med pass, switch the cassettes over to your HI-Paradigm for easy transport to patient rooms. One trip to the pharmacy ensures that nurses have the proper medication needed to last the entire day.

future ready demands on healthcare systems are ever-changing and at Howard we understand that fact. To that end, we’ve built our Howard cart systems with what we term the “future-ready” concept. This allows you to equip your cart with only what you need now, and then easily and cost-effectively upgrade it in the future as your needs change.

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cart features at howard medical,

We’ve designed our carts with the healthcare setting clearly in mind; with a range of features expressly integrated to ease workloads for nurses and other healthcare professionals, as well as enhance patient care. Engineered to meet the exacting requirements of the healthcare industry, and built for durability, our HI-Paradigm cart makes the ideal workmate. It can be used in a variety of applications, but it is most commonly used for medication administration. We are confident that you and your staff will appreciate the benefits highlighted in this guide.

WORK SURFACE

Our carts’ work surface was designed with both ergonomics and patient care in mind. Measuring approximately 2 ft

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, the HI-Paradigm’s work surface is one of the largest in the medical industry.

It’s highly resistant to scratching and fingerprints, and can be easily disinfected with a chlorine bleach solution, or completely removed for autoclave disinfection. It also has a raised edge that surrounds the surface to capture spills and prevent items from falling off onto the floor. For added protection, the work surface can be locked to secure your notebook or tablet from theft or unauthorized access.

Work Surface

Battery Status

Indicator

Keyboard

Tray

Electronic

Keypad

Battery

Compartment

One Touch

Height Adjust.

Cassette System

Storage Drawers

Locking

Casters

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cart features

BIFOCAL FRIENDLY

Understanding the customer’s needs is important to us. For this reason, our LCD carts feature a monitor arm that allows the monitor to be moved closer in or farther away, tilted, or otherwise adjusted for optimum viewing. This design benefits bifocal wearers, or anyone with end-ofday eyestrain, and ensures that the critical data you work with is easy for you to see. Reduce overhead glare with just one simple movement, and keep eyestrain to a minimum.

FULL SIZE KEYBOARD

While other cart manufacturers provide only a single-centered rail for their keyboard, the keyboard and mouse tray on our carts is supported by a precision ball-bearing rail system on both the right and left sides for increased stability. Our retractable keyboard tray, which measures approximately 18”W x 7.25”D x 1.85”H, accommodates a full-size keyboard and can be locked in the “out” position, to prevent it from moving while you work. We’ve provided a separate mouse surface that is approximately 6.38”W and 7”D that can be used on either the right-hand or left-hand side of the cart and stored under the keyboard tray during transport or non-use.

WRAP-AROUND STEERING

The HI-Paradigm’s 270 degree, ergonomically designed handle makes steering it a breeze. While most carts have only one small handle, our cart handle is easily accessible from multiple sides. This allows busy healthcare workers to grab the cart quickly, without having to stop to locate the handle.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

We realize that not everyone is a standard height, and we kept that in mind when designing the HI-Paradigm cart. Our carts can be raised or lowered easily so that individual caregivers can find the perfect working height. The work surface can be raised to a height of approximately 46” or lowered to approximately 38.5” with the touch of a button. This height adjustment range accommodates nearly

95% of human statures.

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KEY FEATURES

• One touch adjustment

• Soft start/soft stop

• Extremely quiet motor

• Power to lift accessories

• Maximum reliability

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cart features

EASE OF MOVEMENT

Moving HI-Paradigm carts is an almost effortless task. Thanks to their dual-wheel, low friction, and precision ball-bearing casters, it takes only minimal effort to move one of our carts. The cart’s open base sits on four durable casters that swivel 360 degrees (front casters have locking capabilities).

FOOTPRINT

Howard Medical realizes that cart size (footprint) is critical. Our HI-Paradigm carts were engineered to create the ideal balance between a small footprint and stability. With dimensions of

17.25”W x 20”D, each cart base is perfectly proportioned in relation to overall cart size for easy maneuverability. The space between the two front casters leaves room enough for clinicians to walk behind the cart without kicking it.

EASY UPKEEP

Mild commercial cleaning solutions and disinfectants, applied with a sponge, damp cloth, or paper towel, are typically all you will need to keep your

HI-Paradigm cart spotless.

KEY MOBILITY FEATURES

• Unobstructed view with tilt monitor

• Cut-out allows for added walking space

• Movable with only minimal effort

• High reliability, ball-bearing caster

construction

• Electrostatic ground strap prevents

static electricity

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IT/support

PC COMPARTMENT

The HI-Paradigm’s PC compartment is located directly beneath the cart’s work surface, which can be removed for easy installation of your computing device. It includes 6 AC plugs and a convenient cable management compartment.

The PC compartment is designed to house notebooks and many small form-factor computing devices, as well as to provide the necessary protection for your equipment. First, it has an aluminum base that effectively dissipates heat, allowing your computer to maintain operation within a normal temperature range, without the aid of additional cooling fans. And, second, it’s lockable to deter theft and unauthorized access.

KEY FEATURES

• Easily install and integrate notebooks and many small form factor computing devices

• Secure, lockable work surface prevents theft and tampering

• Aluminum base acts as a heat sink

CABLE & CORD

MANAGEMENT

Years of experience in the healthcare industry have enabled us to master cable management and peripheral compartmentalization.

Our unique cart design features an integrated cable management compartment on the rear of the cart where excess cabling and power adapters can be neatly stored in a well-arranged and tangle-free configuration. This design also prevents cables from being accidentally disconnected, or from getting caught on doorknobs or other hospital equipment during transport. The coiled power cord stretches to about 8’ in length and is equipped with a hospital grade plug.

For added convenience, a storage hook is located at a convenient height to secure the power cord while the cart is in motion.

KEY FEATURES

• Power cord can be easily removed for cleaning or replacement

• Cable management compartment for easy integration of multiple devices

• No excess cords hanging from cart

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STATUS INDICATOR

The easy-to-read battery status indicator, which is located on the back left-hand side of the work surface, gives the user real-time updates on the status of the battery. An audible alarm signals when the cart battery’s power reserve is low, and can be temporarily disabled using the alarm silence button.

TOOL-LESS BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Functional simplicity is at the core of our cart design. As a result, many of the tasks related to cart usage require only a basic introduction and minimal instruction. Changing the battery in a Howard cart is one such task. It’s a quick and easy, no-tool process that takes less than 3 minutes—another example of cutting-edge design that saves you time!

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options

COLOR

OPTIONS

Howard medical offers several color options, as shown here. Some facilities use different colors for their carts to indicate usage in specific areas such as Pulmonary, or Pediatrics, etc. Custom colors are available with a minimum quantity of 25.

Green/Blue Gray/Blue White/Blue White/Gray

ACCESSORIES

To maximize productivity and make your job easier at the same time, we’ve prepared specialized accessories for use with your Howard cart. Choose from sharps container and BP monitor mounts to bar code and document scanners, configurable drawer storage, and more.

Sharps container

Multiple sizes and brands available

Bracket accommodates most sizes

Bar code scanners

Offer all leading brands including

Honeywell, Motorola/Symbol

BP monitor mount

Universal pole mount design accommodates most brands and models

Mini waste bin

Small form factor mount

Fits computers 2.8”- 5” thick and 10.8” - 18” long

Cup dispenser

Available in small or large sizes

Dual monitor mount

Halogen lamp

Universal mounting arm with document scanner

Accommodates many document scanners

Hand sanitizer bracket

Notebook security shroud

14.5”W X 12.75”W X 1.68”H

Sani-wipe holder

Accommodates all models that include appropriate mounting brackets

USB wireless adapter

Mounts to monitor

Wire basket

Available in small or large sizes

If your customization needs cannot be found here, we can create a custom solution for you.

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power system options

We designed our HI-Paradigm carts around a Tripp-Lite brand, hospital grade power system. It’s a 3-in-1 unit in which a single modular unit performs the tasks of an inverter, a battery charger and an isolation transformer. And, in the unlikely event of a power system failure, simply remove two panels to access the inverter and perform a swap. One trained technician can typically accomplish a complete power system replacement in less than 20 minutes.

Significant advantages of this modular system include:

1. Proven, high quality performance—our choice was based on Tripp-Lite’s upstanding reputation for quality, service, and performance.

2. No need to ship the cart back

3. Easy to service- no need to tip the cart on its back or side to access the most important components. This alleviates the need for two technicians and the possibility of damaging the cart or computer hardware.

4. Minimal training is needed to test or replace a power system.

SLA BATTERY

Howard Medical introduces its new high efficiency power supply system for Sealed Lead

Acid batteries. The HC120 from Tripp-Lite provides 85% output efficiency, a 10A charger, and a 120W pure sine wave output.

• High output efficiency (85% efficiency)

• Long runtime- up to 11.2 hours on a

55Ah for typical configurations

• High cycle life from battery

• 2 battery sizes available- 55Ah (39lbs) and 33Ah (25lbs)

• Quiet, reliable fan-less design

• Compliant with UL 60601 standards

• Data logging

• Multi-level low battery warning alarm

• Universally compatible output (120 VAC)

OR

LITHIUM PHOSPHATE

BATTERY

Howard Medical introduces its new power system based on Lithium Iron Phosphate technology.

It includes a 40Ah battery that can deliver 2500 cycles (about 10 times that of most SLA batteries) down to 80% capacity at 100% depth of discharge per cycle. The battery is accompanied by our new

Tripp-Lite HC150 power system, specifically designed with this battery in mind. It has up to 85% output efficiency, a 20A charger, and a 150W pure sine wave output.

• Very long battery life- High cycle life

• Fast charging (100% recharge in about 2 hrs)

• Durable

• Safe

• Universally compatible output (120 VAC)

• Lower cost of ownership

• High energy density/Light weight

• Recovery from prolonged discharge

• Data logging

• Multi-level low battery warning alarm

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locking options

With Howard Medical’s innovative storage options, you will be sure to get the features you want with the capacity you need. For added security, we offer three different types of locking mechanisms:

ADVANCED ELECTRONICS used for medication dispensing. Derived from years of research, this locking system is the most advanced and secure option available and includes an electronic controller with USB computer interface, a 10 digit keypad, open and closed position sensors, safety catch locking mechanisms, 500 user IDs and the capability to remotely manage the cart configuration and user IDs. Our Med Manager’s software interface displays onscreen graphical controls and drawer status. Howard Medical’s Advanced Electronics locking system is equipped with an automatic re-lock feature that is programmable from 1 second to 3600 seconds. Drawers and patient bins can be opened by entering a user ID four different ways: keypad, optional touch screen monitor, keyboard or mouse.

A second electronic lock can be added to drawers in any of the top three tiers, providing secure storage for narcotics. Access to these double locked drawers requires entry of an additional

Narc code. Electronic sensors combined with Med Audit software allow drawer and patient bin openings to be tracked so that supervisors will know who has had access to patient medications and how long individual bins and drawers were open. As an added feature, advanced electronics also has a key override bypass, which will prevent a medication lock-out in case of a computer failure.

BASIC ELECTRONICS used for medication dispensing. Similar to the Advanced Electronics,

Howard Medical’s Basic Electronics offers a narcotic locking feature, adjustable automatic relocking and up to 50 programmable user IDs. This locking mechanism opens and locks drawers and patient bins with the easy-access keypad built into the steering handle.

NON-LOCKING DETENT used when extra space is needed but security isn’t an issue. Our engineers designed these drawers with a detent catch, so they will open when you want them to and not when you don’t—such as when the cart is in motion and during sudden stops.

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storage options

ADVANCED & BASIC ELECTRONICS

2-Tier Cassette (4 or 6 patient bins)

1-Tier Cassette (2 or 3 patient bins)

5.5”W

5.5”W

1-Tier Cassette (2 or 3 patient bins)

(1) 2-Tier Bulk Storage Drawer

5.5”W

16”W x 5.5”H x 12”L

2-Tier Cassette (4 or 6 patient bins)

1-Tier Drawer

5.5”W

16”W x 2.75”H x 12”L

(3) 1-Tier General Storage Drawers

16”W x 2.75”H x 12”L

16”W x 2.75”H x 12”L

16”W x 2.75”H x 12”L

1-Tier Cassette (2 or 3 patient bins)

(2) 1-Tier General Storage Drawers

8.25”W

16”W x 2.75”H x 12”L

16”W x 2.75”H x 12”L

(1) 1-Tier-General Storage Drawer

(1) 2-Tier Bulk Storage Drawer

16”W x 2.75”H x 12”L

16”W x 5.5”H x 12”L

(2) 1-Tier General Storage Drawers

16”W x 3”H x 7.5”L

16”W x 3”H x 7.5”L

(1) 2-Tier Bulk Storage Drawer

16”W x 6”H x 7.5”L

NON-LOCKING

DETENT

(3) 1-Tier General Storage Drawers

16”W x 2.75”H x 12”L

16”W x 2.75”H x 12”L

16”W x 2.75”H x 12”L

(1) 1-Tier General Storage Drawer

(1) 2-Tier Bulk Storage Drawer

16”W x 2.75”H x 12”L

16”W x 5.5”H x 12”L

(1) 1-Tier General Storage Drawer

16”W x 3”H x 7.5”L

(2) 1-Tier General Storage Drawers

16”W x 3”H x 7.5”L

16”W x 3”H x 7.5”L

(1) 2-Tier General Storage Drawer

16”W x 6”H x 7.5”L

*Also available as key-locking

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software

POWER MONITORING

CLINICAL ASSISTANT is a versatile software application that functions with Power Display software and helps to obtain the best service life from batteries used in Howard Medical carts. It is targeted for use by nursing/clinical staff. An intuitive graphical interface displays the charge status (charging/discharging) and the battery capacity remaining, which are typically the essential parameters required for monitoring the battery status.

POWER DISPLAY is a browser-based application which monitors the cart’s power system and can be used to display its status. It is primarily aimed at fulfilling the technician’s needs to monitor and troubleshoot the power system.

POWER SYSTEM REMOTE MONITORING (PSRM) is an enterprise-level device monitoring, control and inventory application. This web-based application allows you to monitor and control up to 2,500 devices from a single console. PSRM communicates with the Power Display service running on the Howard Cart to relay power system data to a central PSRM server. The PSRM server provides a web interface into the data, so that the entire fleet of carts can be monitored from anywhere on the network.

MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION

MED DISPLAY is a PC-based graphical, on screen user interface for controlling access to the electronic locking storage compartment. Using Med Display allows the user to open and close drawers electronically, indicate individual drawers that are open, display how much time is remaining until the drawers will relock and manage user lists on the cart.

MED DISPLAY LITE is a simplified version of Med Display, for use on carts that are equipped with Basic

Electronic and Electronic Locking (ELS) systems. It is used to maintain an editable database of users and associated user IDs in the cart. Med Display Lite is also used to configure cart settings related to the locking system, and has customizable password and security features.

MED MANAGER is an application that allows an administrator to communicate with carts remotely and add or delete user IDs, change the timeout on automatic locking, change the cart’s name, run Med Audit and search for carts on the network.

MED AUDIT maintains a record of all transactions that occur when the cart is locked and unlocked. The electronic locking system can store up to 500 event records internally, which can then be offloaded to a local computer. Using the Med Audit tools within Med Manager, these records can be retrieved from the cart’s computer and stored in the Med Manager database for subsequent review. The data can be viewed on-screen in custom formatted reports, printed or exported to external files.

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professional services

Many organizations don’t require the services of a full-time IT coordinator for technology administration; however, the need for some support remains constant. At Howard, we custom fit our services to give you the help you need, when you need it, and without the expense and hassle of hiring (and retaining) in-house support personnel. From a few hours every week to days each month, our technology professionals can devise a plan that is right for your business. Which integration option is right for you? No Integration performed by Howard; In-factory Integration, or On-site

Integration? You choose.

IN-FACTORY

INTEGRATION

• Integration of computing devices, monitors, keyboards, mice, and accessories purchased from Howard Medical.

• Possible integration of additional equipment not purchased through Howard Medical

• Performance testing of integrated equipment and carts prior to shipping

Other professional services we offer include:

• IMAGING

• TRAINING

• PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

• REMOVAL OF OLD EQUIPMENT

ON-SITE

INTEGRATION

• Unpacking the carts

• Integration of computing devices, monitors keyboards, mice, and accessories purchased from Howard Medical.

• Performance testing of integrated equipment and carts

• MOBILE PRODUCT SPECIALISTS

• CART INVENTORY & STORAGE

• COMPUTER SWAP-OUT

• DATA MIGRATION

COMPLETE CART SHIPPING

At Howard, we understand how time consuming assembling complicated equipment can be. Our solution—complete cart shipping! That’s right. When you purchase a Howard cart, just open the box, roll out the cart, attach the monitor and accessories using the quick connect clips, and your cart is ready to use.

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specifications

DIMENSIONS

18”

46”

38.5”

360˚

MECHANICAL

Lift Mechanism

Operating voltage

Operating current

Stroke

Duty cycle

Thrust

Safety

Bending moment

Performance

12VDC nominal

3.8A typical at 30 lb. load

7.2A at maximum load

7.5 inches

10% long-term

Maximum 6 min. per hour or

2 min. continuous at full load

Maximum 180lbs-force

(800N)

Self-locking (no power required)

Overcurrent protected

Static: 996 pound feet

(1350 Nm) max.

Dynamic: 111 pound feet

(150 Nm)

Low-noise

Soft start & soft stop for minimal vibration

20”

20”

17.25”

PHYSICAL

PC compartment

(under work surface)

Work surface area

Work surface height

Footprint (base)

Keyboard tray

Mouse surface

16”W x 1.88”H x 16.5”D

19.5”W x 15.5”L

38.5” to 46” adjustable

7.5” stroke

17.25” wide x 20”deep C-C

17.9”W x 1.85”H x 7.25”D

(1.3”H with expansion spacers for

PC compartment)

6.38”W x 7”D

Positionable to right or left sides

ACCESSORY MOUNTING OPTIONS

Accessory Plate

Accessory Pole

Extended Accessory Mount (side)

Extended Accessory Mount (rear)

Articulating Arm

Howard LCD Arm

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warranty/f.a.q.

Choosing a warranty option that best fits the demands of equipment for a healthcare facility can be an enormous task. At Howard Medical, we try to make your decision an easy one. Each HI-Paradigm cart comes with a 3-year limited warranty:

3-year limited warranty (3 mechanical / 3 electrical)

For more information about Howard Medical warranties, call us at 877.856.6441

Q: Is the HI-Paradigm cart hard to clean?

A: No. Hard external surfaces make the carts extremely easy to clean and maintain using a variation of bleach, water, and mild commercial cleaners and disinfectants.

Q: Will I be able to integrate future hardware on the HI-Paradigm?

A: Yes. We realize the need to easily upgrade in the future, so we have engineered technology to assist you in upgrading as needed.

Q: Can I get my carts in a color of my choice?

A: Yes. Since color plays an important role in cart configuration, we have designed our entire cart family with several accent colors for you to choose from. We also offer custom cart colors with orders of 25 or more and a customer supplied

Pantone number.

Q: How difficult is it to change a battery?

A: Not hard at all. The battery can be changed in under 3 minutes without any tools.

Q: Do I have to use a certain computer with the Howard carts?

A: No. The fact that you can use the computer brand of your choice is one of the really nice features of our HI-Paradigm carts. Our carts can be integrated with thin clients, notebooks, tablets, and many small form factor computing devices from industry-leading manufacturers such as Howard, Dell, HP, Panasonic, Wyse, and more.

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A simple solution to

mobile computing

Howard Medical is your total point-of-care solutions provider. Our product offerings include revolutionary medical carts; specialized hardware technologies that are vital to EMR, CPOE, PACS, and other health-related systems. And by partnering with like-minded technology innovators, we also offer rugged notebooks, tablets, and flat panel wall mounts. We provide healthcare personnel with real-world solutions so they can focus on what matters most—patients.

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