11th January 2012
MediWales Award Winners 2011: Industry Categories
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Innovation Award
Sponsored by Surgical Materials Testing Laboratory (SMTL)
Winner: ConvaTec Ltd
The Innovation Award was won by ConvaTec Ltd, for developing their AQUACEL® SURGICAL dressings, containing Hydrofiber Technology designed for use over joints following knee or hip replacement surgery. They are extensible and absorbent reducing stresses on the skin and enhancing mobility. Clinical evidence has shown a reduction in patient discharge times. This award was sponsored by SMTL Ltd.
Start-up Award
Sponsored by the Health Protection Agency
Winner: Microvisk Technologies
The Start-Up Award was picked up by spinout company, Microvisk Technologies, who are developing the world’s first medical diagnostic strip based on a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) that’s used in devices such as the iPhone. This patented nanotechnology detects the subtle changes in blood viscosity and monitors blood clotting in warfarin patients. The company has worked closely with NHS North West and will commercialise in 2012. This Award is sponsored by the Health Protection Agency.
Outstanding Growth Award
Sponsored by Teamworks Design and Marketing.
Winner: Biotec Services International
Biotec Services International won the Growth Award. Based in Bridgend, they provide temperature controlled pharmaceutical services to the global pharmaceutical industry. Employing 45 personnel and turning over 7.3 million pounds, they have seen 110% growth in the last year. This award was sponsored by Teamworks Design and Marketing.
Export Acheivement Award
Sponsored by DTR Medical
Winner 2011: Chromogenex
For the second year running Chromogenex has won the Export Award. A leader in the development and manufacture of laser systems for the cosmetic and medical markets, their strategy focuses on the high growth markets of Brazil, the Far East, India, South Africa, as well as Europe and North America. Despite difficult economic times the company has had an average annual growth of 75% for three consecutive years. This award is sponsored by DTR Medical.
Industry Partnership with NHS/ Academia
Sponsored by the eHealth Industries Innovation (ehi2) Centre.
Winner: Flexicare Medical
A true industry–NHS collaboration was recognised this year, with Flexicare Medical winning the Partnership with the NHS Award for the collaborative design and development of non-interchangeable connectors that stop drugs being given to patients by the wrong route. The Hall Lock is the only system with a full range of needles, syringes, manometers and tamper evident caps meeting the needs of the anaesthetic and pharmaceutical markets. This Award is sponsored by eHealth Industries Innovation (ehi2) Centre.
Industry Judges’ Award
The Industry Judges’ Award was won by Calon Cardio-Technology, a pre-revenue company specialising in the development of low-cost, minimally invasive blood pumps for the treatment of chronic and acute heart failure. The team of seven have developed a haemolysis-free pump currently in line for acute in vivo trials. In just four years, and despite recession, they have raised investment of £2.2million.