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03/09/2017

Pelstar LLC Appoints New Board Member

Pelstar LLC, manufacturer of Health o meter® Professional Scales, announces the appointment of new board member, Paul Pinkus as Chairman of the Audit Committee. Pinkus is a retired Certified Public Accountant with over 40 years of experience providing a broad range of accounting, tax and consulting services to a large array of organizations. Pinkus has also assisted clients directly with valuation of businesses, financial statement projections, as well as formal and informal strategic business planning. He currently serves as President and CEO of Sharing Wisdom, Inc.

02/07/2017

New Antimicrobial Platform Scale With Extended Handrails

Pelstar LLC, manufacturer of Health o meter® Professional Scales, introduces the new 3001KL-AMX Antimicrobial Digital Platform Scale with Extended Handrails. An addition to the Health o meter® Professional line of antimicrobial scales, the 3001KL-AMX can be a valuable tool in the fight against Healthcare Associated Infections. The antimicrobial powder coating on the handrails and transport handle suppresses the growth of bacteria and helps protect against cross-contamination.

01/27/2017

Health o meter® Professional Scales 600KL Digital Scale Now Available with Pelstar Wireless Technology

Pelstar LLC, manufacturer of Health o meter® Professional Scales, announces that its 600KL digital scale is now available with Pelstar wireless technology. The new 600KL-BT allows users to connect the scale wirelessly or via USB to a PC or other electronic device. Utilizing Pelstar wireless technology, the 600KL-BT offers security of patient data while transmitting over a range of up to 100 meters (330 feet). The technology improves workflow and patient safety by enabling automated data transmission and reducing the risks associated with data entry errors.

09/19/2016

Optional Trays Now Available for 3400KL Digital Wet Diaper/Lap Sponge/Organ Scale

Stainless steel weighing trays are now an available accessory for the 3400KL Digital Wet Diaper/Lap Sponge/Organ Scale. The optional 9 ¾” x 7 ¾” tray is useful for weighing items that require a flat surface. The tray is also removable, can be autoclaved, and is available for purchase in packages of 3. Customers can purchase the trays through their medical supply distributor as item # 3400TRAY and are exclusive to the 3400KL scale. Additional weighing pans can also be ordered in packages of 3 as item # 3400PAN.

08/04/2016

Health o meter® Professional Appoints Constantino Ballester as International Sales Director

Health o meter® Professional announces the appointment of Constantino (Tino) Ballester as International Sales Director. Tino will oversee and manage the International Sales Team which includes representatives in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific; he will continue to personally represent Health o meter® Professional in Latin America and the Caribbean.

05/19/2016

Pelstar LLC Named Private Board of the Year

Pelstar LLC was named Private Board of the Year 2016 by Private Company Director Magazine, Directors & Boards Magazine and Family Business Magazine. The award was presented at the Private Company Governance Summit on May 12, 2016, at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.

04/12/2016

New High-Strength Wall-Mounted Height Rod from Pelstar LLC/Health o meter® Professional Scales

Pelstar LLC/Health o meter® Professional Scales announces a new High-Strength Wall-Mounted Height Rod (Model 205HR). Manufactured with durable high-strength plastic polymer, the sturdy stadiometer resists bending and ensures that the headpiece slides smoothly. Featuring an adjustable measuring tape with a measuring range of 0”- 90” /0 cm - 230 cm, the height rod can be installed anywhere on the wall for adult or pediatric use. The wall mount design is easy and quick requiring only simple tools and provided hardware.