Project DeCarb
12-28% reduction in carbon footprint of key device
The Sodium Bicarbonate Cartridge is an essential medical device for haemodialysis treatment. Haemodialysis is a life-saving treatment for patients suffering with end-stage renal disease. The Cartridge is single-use/disposable. It is a device that is both heavy (~0.8KG) & delicate, making it an drain for the environment from a transport perspective. My team & I have developed & patented a brand new innovative shock-absorbing design enabling the device to be considerably more robust. The result is far fewer containers required to be shipped globally to get these devices to patients.
Company/Institution
ALLMED GROUP
We are a medical device developer/innovator, manufacturer and supplier. We develop and produce in the area of blood purification and haemodialysis.
Country
United Kingdom
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Designer(s)
Didier Berger, Catrin Bludszuweit-Philipp & Ahmed Sorour
I have a medical device business focused on differentiation and innovation in the artificial kidney space. I built a design team whom I direct to work on projects that have an impact on patients and on the planet. We have received multiple patents for our projects, but this one is the one with the most palpable environmental impact.