Insight Firsts
We've helped develop dozens of breakthrough products that were firsts in their industries. Explore some of these innovative products that are industry firsts.
The first multiuser, multi-tablet input system for collaborative learning
2009The first ultrasound system for breast imaging
2008The first robotic pharmaceutical dispensing system for retail
2008The first digital long-range baby monitor
2007The first multimedia projector small enough to be called hand-held
2007The first modular portable vital signs monitor
2007The first wireless headset for the office
2006The first inter-operative mobile CT scanner
2006The first solar powered outdoor trash compactor
2005The first unattended carpet cleaner
2005The first one-handed easy on respirator
2004The first mobile blood collection system
2004The first piezoelectric personal heater/AC
2004Research and UI design for the first internet-enabled wristwatch
2004The first recyclable dry erase system
2003The first ruggedized laptop so well engineered it can operate underwater
2003The first line of child dinnerware designed to accomodate different growing stages
2001First complete system for cryogenic processing of biopharmaceuticals
2001The first overhead system for the OR
1998The first line of ergonomic office accessories to utilize gel technology
1997The first mammography system utilizing digital flouroscopy
1996The first wirless transmitter from your portable media player to your car or stereo
1996The first integrated cooktop with a boiling pot and faucet/drain
1995The first handheld corneal topography device
1995The first all-in-one finger sensor oximeter
1992First peritoneal dialysis system for home use
1990The first hand-held pulse oximeter
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