Nordson EFD Introduces New GV Series Gantry Fluid Dispensing Robot with Vision

The complete gantry automation system features proprietary dispensing software and a camera for ease of setup and programming — ideal for integration into rotary tables and conveyer-fed assembly lines.

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I.-Wednesday, May 23rd 2018 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Nordson EFD, a Nordson company (NASDAQ: NDSN), the world’s leading precision fluid dispensing systems manufacturer, introduces the vision-guided GV Series automated fluid dispensing gantry robot. Specialized DispenseMotion™ software and an integrated CCD smart vision camera or simple pencil camera make the automated systems quick to set up and easy to program.

The CCD camera converts pixels into digital values to deliver precise, high-quality images. The proprietary dispensing software confirms workpiece presence and placement and automatically adjusts as in-process variations occur.

“With working envelopes that range from 400 mm to 800 mm and unlimited workpiece payloads, the GV Series is ideal for precision fluid dispensing onto substrates requiring large work envelopes while not sacrificing repeatability,” said Johnathan Titone, Product Line Specialist – Automated Dispensing Systems, Nordson EFD. “It’s designed to work as a standalone system or an automated solution, and easily integrates into rotary tables or conveyer-fed automation.”

Other benefits of the system include market-leading dimensional positioning accuracy and deposit placement repeatability at +/- 0.02 mm for the 400 mm gantry robot and +/- 0.01 mm for the 800 mm gantry robot. This provides exceptional product quality and reduces rework, rejects, and fluid waste. Intuitive software and vision streamlines training of in-house operators for faster setup and higher productivity.

For more information, visit Nordson EFD on the web at nordsonefd.com/GVSeries, facebook.com/NordsonEFD, or linkedin.com/company/nordson-efd, email at info@nordsonefd.com, or call +1 401.431.7000 or 800.556.3484.

About Nordson EFD

Nordson EFD designs and manufactures precision fluid dispensing systems for benchtop assembly processes and automated assembly lines. By enabling manufacturers to apply the same amount of adhesive, lubricant or other assembly fluid to every part, every time, EFD dispensing systems are helping companies in a wide variety of industries increase throughput, improve quality, and lower their production costs. Other fluid management capabilities include high-quality syringe barrels and cartridges for packaging one- and two-component materials, along with a wide variety of fittings, couplers and connectors for controlling fluid flow in medical, biopharmaceutical and industrial environments. The company is also a leading formulator of specialty solder pastes for dispensing and printing applications in the electronics industry.

About Nordson Corporation

Nordson engineers, manufactures, and markets differentiated products and systems used for dispensing and processing adhesives, coatings, polymers, sealants and biomaterials; and for managing fluids, testing and inspecting for quality, treating surfaces and curing. These products are supported with extensive application expertise and direct global sales and service. We serve a wide variety of consumer non-durable, consumer durable and technology end markets including packaging, nonwovens, electronics, medical, appliances, energy, transportation, building and construction, and general product assembly and finishing. Founded in 1954 and headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, the company has operations and support offices in more than 30 countries. Visit Nordson on the web at nordson.com, twitter.com/Nordson_Corp or facebook.com/nordson.


Contacts

Nordson EFD
Natalie Tomasso, +1-401-431-7173 (USA)
Marketing Communications Specialist
natalie.tomasso@nordsonefd.com
or
Nordson EFD
Global
Natalie Tomasso, +1-401-431-7173
natalie.tomasso@nordsonefd.com
or
Europe
+44 (0) 1582 666334
europe@nordsonefd.com
or
China
+86 (21) 3866 9006
china@nordsonefd.com
or
Japan
+81 (03) 5762 2760
japan@nordsonefd.com
or
SEAsia
+65 6796 9522
sin-mal@nordsonefd.com
or
India
+91 80 4021 3600
india@nordsonefd.com


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FLIR Launches Radar and Thermal Products for Border Patrol and the Dismounted Warfighter

New Drone and Land Target Detection Radars Plus Lightweight Monocular Offer Advanced Portable Surveillance Capabilities

WILSONVILLE, Ore. -Wednesday, May 23rd 2018 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) today announced the availability of three products for use by global militaries and government agencies including border patrol agents. These products include two FLIR Ranger® mid-range panel radars, one with airborne drone and ground target detection, and the Recon® V UltraLite thermal monocular. The products, unveiled at the Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (SOFIC) 2018 in Tampa, Florida, are part of FLIR’s Soldier Solutions family and demonstrate the company’s commitment to deliver the most advanced equipment to armed services personnel.

The FLIR Ranger R8SS-3D and R8SS radars, part of FLIR Ranger family of radars, offer mid-range detection capability for both fixed-based installation and forward-deployed operations personnel. The R8SS-3D detects both land and air objects, such as micro-drones, and differentiates birds from drones. The Ranger R8SS-3D reports the altitude and location of small drones at ranges of 2 miles and can also detect vehicles and people walking or crawling. Both the R8SS-3D and the R8SS, the latter of which offers land detection only, can detect over 500 threats and their exact locations simultaneously, and work within an existing data network. The R8SS series mount to either a vehicle, surveillance tower, or tripod, and allows for full 360-degree surveillance, ensuring that threats within surveillance range are detected.

The FLIR Recon V UltraLite is the latest thermal monocular in the Recon series, which is currently used by military, government, and police forces around the world. Weighing less than three pounds (1.4 kilograms), 2.5 pounds (1.1 kilograms) lighter than previous versions, the Recon V UltraLite can be used as a handheld device or mounted to a tripod or other fixed location. The system also has Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK) network capabilities to provide warfighters real-time understanding of what’s going on around them. Durable and easy to operate, the Recon V UltraLite uses commercially available AA batteries and features up to 4 hours of continuous use.

“With the ability to detect both drones and land-based objects, our new mid-range 3D radar complements our Ranger radars product line, filling a critical gap for fixed site security and the broader force protection mission,” said James Cannon, President and CEO of FLIR. “All of our innovations are the result of FLIR’s strategy to create advanced technology funded by our own research and development. These products demonstrate our focus on anticipating future needs of the dismounted warfighter and border patrol agent, and we are pleased to help support the missions of the men and women tasked to help keep us safe.”

These products are sold directly through FLIR and are available today to military and force protection customers and are being shown today at SOFIC booth #726. For more information about the products, visit www.flir.com/surveillance.

About FLIR Systems

Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon, FLIR Systems is a world-leading maker of sensor systems that enhance perception and heighten awareness, helping to save lives, improve productivity, and protect the environment. Through its nearly 3,500 employees, FLIR's vision is to be "The World's Sixth Sense" by leveraging thermal imaging and adjacent technologies to provide innovative, intelligent solutions for security and surveillance, environmental and condition monitoring, outdoor recreation, machine vision, navigation, and advanced threat detection. For more information, please visit www.flir.com and follow @flir.

Forward Looking Statements

The statements in this release by Jim Cannon and the other statements in this release regarding anticipated product usage and purpose, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are based on current expectations and are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements due to numerous factors, including the following: the ability to manufacture and deliver the systems referenced in this release, continuing demand for the product referenced in the release, constraints on supplies of critical components, excess or shortage of production capacity, the ability of FLIR to manufacture and ship products in a timely manner, FLIR's continuing compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations and ability to sell to the U.S. government, and other risks discussed from time to time in FLIR's Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports. In addition, such statements could be affected by general industry and market conditions and growth rates, and general domestic and international economic conditions. Such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and FLIR does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this release, or for changes made to this document by wire services or Internet service providers.





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Contacts
FLIR Systems, Inc.
Communications
Tim McDowd, 503-498-3146
tim.mcdowd@flir.com
or
Investor Relations
Shane Harrison, 503-498-3547
shane.harrison@flir.com

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NBC Universal, Havas Group and Endemol Shine Discuss a Future with AI, Blockchain and VR at IBC2018

LONDON-Sunday, May 27th 2018 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- As is fitting for the home of technical invention and innovation, IBC2018 will present a broad range of ambitious and timely elements to engage, inform and inspire content creators and owners from around the world that will visit the RAI, Amsterdam from 13-18 September 2018. The must-attend event includes fresh inspiring conference themes that will focus on innovative new platforms, audience engagement and interaction/immersion, as well as a wide-ranging exhibition that will encompass all the latest technologies from AI and VR to advanced cloud-based workflows. Registration for IBC2018 is now open at: https://ibc.itnint.com/IBC18/Online/RegLogin.aspx

“The media landscape is evolving at an unprecedented rate, with new platforms, technologies and even new realities at our disposal that offer greater opportunities for content innovation and audience engagement,” said Michael Crimp, CEO, IBC. “IBC is preparing an outstanding programme of conference sessions, forums and exhibition features that brings together experts from leading organisations to share their experiences and knowledge of these developing sectors, enabling informed and energising debate that will help visitors to prepare for the future.”

For the first time ever, the IBC Conference will feature The Global Gamechangers stage chaired by Edith Bowman and host the biggest business, creative, tech, news and future facing talent making waves around the world including Peter Salmon, Chief Creative Officer, Endemol Shine Group and Deborah Turness, Head of Euronews, NBC Universal.

IBC presents a series of brand new conference tracks this year to shine a light on these nascent areas. NextGen: Interactive & Immersive Experiences gives a unique insight into developments within the worlds of immersive content with Marc Schipper, Joint CEO, Hammer Films joining the panel of immersive industry experts to explore the latest immersive techniques including AR and AI.

Audiences: Engage. Influence. Grow will drill down on GDPR and machine learning and reveal ways to engage niche and wider audiences from the leading market success stories. Here Maria Garrido, Chief Insights & Analytics Officer of Havas Group & CEO of Havas X, will open the track, revealing the multi-layered strategies to reach evolving audiences. Former Channel 4 Chief, David Abraham will also take to the stage fresh from launching his new venture Wonderhood Studios, to discuss the intersection of content, advertisers and platforms and how the consumption of video by audiences is changing business models – and the impact this has on the next generation of studios and content creation strategies.

Advertising: The New Attention Economy will explore new ways of maximising opportunities and revenue in the age of big data and the emergence of blockchain; Jana Eisenstein, Executive Vice President of Advertising Platform Solutions, ProSiebenSat and Mark Howe, Managing Director, EMEA Agencies, Google joins the Advertising: The New Attention Economy panel to discuss the different models of targeted marketing.

In addition, a fascinating track entitled Cutting-edge Tech Innovators promises a glimpse into the future at where AI, VR, blockchain and other game changers will take us. Join Rob Koenen, President, VR Industry Forum (VRIF) and MPEG leader, for a dedicated masterclass on the present and future of immersive media technologies.

IBC will also be hosting three invitation-only Executive Forums. The Leaders’ Forum, Cyber Security Forum and Telco & Media Innovation Forum designed to bring together the most influential and visionary people at the top of the industry to discuss key trends, opportunities and disruptors to shape future strategy.

The ever-evolving exhibition brings together all the links in the content creation and distribution chain, with established multinational organisations adjacent to small start-ups with big ideas. IBC Exhibition attracts some of the most influential manufacturers of our industry onto the exhibition floors. The Future Zone brings together the latest ideas and innovations, with a focus this year on showing various products and technologies at different stages of their development. Also within this area, the free-to-attend Future Zone Theatre will present a programme of curated sessions exploring the impact of new technologies and the opportunities, challenges and implications around VR, AR, MXR and beyond. What Caught My Eye returns, with experts highlighting products and demonstrations on the show floor that visitors should not miss.

The Big Screen is a centrepiece of IBC, boasting the very latest cinema projection and sound technology. In an IBC exclusive, Walter Iuzzolino of Walter Presents will introduce the first episode of a major new series, while Adam Myhill, Head of Cinematics, Unity Technologies, and BAFTA winner and Oscar nominated Habib Zargarpour, CCO, Digital Monarch Media will give an exclusive insight into their work on high profile projects including Blade Runner 2049, Disney’s The Jungle Book and Ready Player One.

More details will follow in the coming weeks about additional speakers and features at IBC 2018.

Register your conference place before 8 June to take advantage of the special launch rate.

About IBC

IBC is the world’s most influential media, entertainment and technology show, attracting 57,000+ attendees from more than 170 countries and combining a highly respected and peer-reviewed conference with an exhibition that showcases 1,700+ leading industry suppliers of state-of-the-art technology. In addition to the world-class exhibition and conference, IBC also encompasses the IBC Daily, IBCTV and IBC365.

IBC365 provides year-round insight and opinion into the hot topics and key trends from leading industry journalists, along with insightful whitepapers, peer reviewed technical papers, highly engaging webinars and an expansive video library.

IBC2018 Dates

Conference: 13 - 17 September 2018

Exhibition: 14 - 18 September 2018

For more information about IBC2018 visit: show.ibc.org/

Contacts

IBC Press Contact
Louise Wells, Bubble Agency
E: louisew@bubbleagency.com
T: +44 7718 985 252

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FCF: Greenpeace Allegations Unfair and Deceptive

KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan-Sunday, May 27th 2018 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- FCF Fishery, Co. President Max Chou today released the following statement regarding recent misleading Greenpeace human rights abuse allegations made against the company:

“We realize that as one of the world’s largest marine products integrated supply chain service providers with more than 30 subsidiaries, fishing bases, and shipping agents around the world, we are a prime target for organizations seeking to garner publicity and those not fully aware of the latest development and improvements that are currently taking place in the fishery industry. However, in their efforts to curb egregious human rights abuses, we believe it is unfair and deceptive to lump our company in with those who condone cruelty and neglect of their laborers.

“Although we recognize the meaningful work of Greenpeace in exposing and eliminating human trafficking and sustainability abuses, we are equally disappointed that they are implicating FCF in old incidents and cases that have since been in all instances addressed in coordination with the Taiwanese Fisheries Department.

“As our work over the past five years has demonstrated, FCF places a high priority on social responsibility and environmental sustainability. Working closely with our partners, and a global third-party compliance and social accountability firm, we require our associated fleet to formally agree to meet or exceed the standards of our Social Accountability Code of Conduct. Despite considerable challenges related to our supply chains and eclectic providers, FCF is on the forefront of ensuring we meet relevant social responsibility and sustainability standards.

“There is always room for improvement, and even a single case of alleged abuse is too many. FCF remains committed to leading our industry’s social responsibility effort, and to ensuring respect for all fishing laborers. We welcome anyone who has questions about our work approach, partners, policies, or practices to contact us directly, as we have welcomed dialogue with Greenpeace and other stakeholders.”

About FCF Fishery Co., Ltd. (FCF)

Fong Chun Formosa Fishery Company, Ltd. (FCF) is one of the largest marine products trading companies globally with more than 40 years of experience in the trading and marketing of tuna products. FCF has established more than 30 subsidiaries, fishing bases and shipping agents throughout the world to handle the service needs of its customers. The company works closely with related governing and non-governing organizations to ensure environmental sustainability of marine life products. Learn more about the company’s commitment to safety and environmental sustainability at www.fcf.com.tw.

Contacts

for FCF Fishery, Co.
Margie M. Newman, 1+ 619-995-3078
margie@intesacom.com


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Andersen Global’s Middle East Expansion Continues with Solutions Bridge in Kuwait

SAN FRANCISCO-Friday, May 25th 2018 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Solutions Bridge, an Accounting and Corporate Secretarial Services firm in Kuwait City, has signed a Collaboration Agreement with Andersen Global. The addition of a location in Kuwait demonstrates Andersen Global’s growth in the Middle East, which is a significant market for the organization.

“Having a strong practice in Kuwait is important to our regional success and this is an extraordinary opportunity to continue providing best-in-class services globally,” commented Mark Vorsatz, Global Chairman and Andersen Tax LLC CEO. “There are many changes in the Middle East currently and the development of tax laws is a major factor in the region. The addition of Solutions Bridge, one of the largest accounting firms in Kuwait, positions us for continued opportunities for expansion.”

Formed by former professionals of Andersen in Kuwait, Solutions Bridge is led by Partner Fouad Al Hourani. The firm provides accounting and corporate secretarial services for both individuals and corporations in a broad range of industries.

“Our team in Kuwait is knowledgeable, committed to transparency, and dedicated to meeting the needs of our clients by providing premier service and solutions, and we identified with these features in the Andersen team as well,” said Fouad. “Providing top accounting and corporate secretarial services is of utmost importance to us, and we look forward to collaborating with Andersen Global.”

Andersen Global is an international association of legally separate, independent member firms comprised of tax and legal professionals around the world. Established in 2013 by U.S. member firm Andersen Tax LLC, Andersen Global now has more than 2,500 professionals worldwide and a presence in over 96 locations through its member firms and collaborating firms.

Contacts

Andersen Tax
Shereen Ameri, 650-289-5742

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Poseidon Foundation Launches First Retail Platform That Allows Consumers to Support Climate Action Using Blockchain Technology

LONDON-Friday, May 25th 2018 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The world’s first retail platform that connects consumers to their own carbon footprint has been launched in London by non-profit ogranisation the Poseidon Foundation (“Poseidon”). Poseidon’s platform uses blockchain technology to integrate carbon markets into transactions at the point-of-sale, giving retailers and their customers the opportunity to support forestry conservation projects around the world when they buy and sell everyday items, and in turn support action on climate change.

The retail platform launched on 1st May, and a pilot is currently underway at Ben & Jerry’s newest ice cream Scoop Shop in Wardour Street, London. For every scoop of ice cream sold the values-led ice cream company is contributing towards carbon credits from a forest conservation project in Peru, and is offering their customers the opportunity to join them in taking action at the point of sale, using blockchain technology. Ben & Jerry’s has been vocal for many years on the issue of climate justice, including their global Save our Swirled campaign ahead of the Paris COP in 2015 and they have taken a number of steps within their own business to reduce their emissions, including a self-imposed carbon tax.

Speaking about the launch of the pilot, Laszlo Giricz, Founder and CEO of Poseidon said:

“We are thrilled to see our pilot with Ben & Jerry’s fully operational, giving consumers for the first time the opportunity to rebalance their own carbon footprint – and rebalance the carbon concentration in the atmosphere in the process. While this is just one small pilot, the technology is now proven and can be fully scaled and integrated, giving everyone the opportunity to understand their own carbon impact and take action. In just three weeks, we have already protected over 1,000 trees via the London store, equivalent to an area the size of 77 tennis courts, which is very encouraging and shows the potential for the platform to drive behaviour change once widely adopted.”

Chris Gale, Head of Ben & Jerry’s Social Mission Europe, commented:

“We have got a long way to go within our own business to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels but we have also made some big commitments and want to be transparent about our impact. At the same time, we want to use every part of our business to support a transition to a low carbon economy, including putting an internal price on carbon and setting ourselves ambitious targets to reduce our absolute carbon emissions by 80% by 2020. We are excited by the opportunity Poseidon Foundation’s new technology brings as an approach that connects fans to climate action.”

All of the carbon credits on the Poseidon Platform will be sourced from Ecosphere+, a B Corp. As part of the Althelia Climate Fund, Ecosphere+ has direct access to the largest portfolio of forest conservation projects in the world. The first project supported by users of the Poseidon platform, the Cordillera Azul National Park, sits at the intersection of the Andes mountain range and the Amazon basin in Peru and is home to around 6,000 plant species, 11 endangered large mammals and numerous indigenous populations

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About Poseidon

Poseidon is a non-profit foundation that empowers individuals to offset the carbon impact of their lifestyle choices with a breakthrough approach. Using blockchain technology, it integrates carbon markets into everyday retail transactions at the point-of-sale and allows users to track the positive impact of their transactions on individual forest conservation projects. This will transform people’s relationship to their carbon footprint, encourage vital behavior change and unlock the considerable growth potential of carbon markets to effectively address climate change.

To find out more about Poseidon - https://poseidon.eco/

About Ben & Jerry’s

Ben & Jerry’s has been making great ice cream since the company was founded by school friends Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, back in 1978. Their aim is (and always has been!) to make the best possible ice cream, in the nicest possible way.

Climate change is real. It’s happening now. For Ben & Jerry’s, it's not just about polar bears and ice sheets, it’s about people and it’s an issue of economic and social justice. We need urgent action to reduce our global economy’s dependence on fossil fuels, as well as ways to transition towards a low carbon future.

More on Ben & Jerry’s commitment to climate justice - https://www.benjerry.com/values/issues-we-care-about/climate-justice

More on Ben & Jerry’s social impact - https://www.benjerry.com/about-us/sear-reports

About Ecosphere+

Ecosphere+ is a certified B Corporation helping companies create and implement nature-based solutions that enable them to succeed in a world aligned with global climate and development goals. As part of the impact investment Althelia Climate Fund, Ecosphere+ brings to market the largest portfolio of forest conservation projects in the world, generating verified carbon credits and measurable sustainable development impacts. These carbon credits are part of a growing natural asset class at least as important as renewables in the fight to slow climate change by reducing carbon dioxide emissions, and vital to achieving the Paris Agreement goals.

More about Ecosphere+ - https://www.ecosphere.plus/

Contacts
Poseidon Foundation
Edward Jones-Davies
e.jones-davies@hawthornadvisors.com
02037454977


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Nearly 1 Billion People Worldwide Have Sleep Apnea, International Sleep Experts Estimate

Researchers analyzed prevalence studies from 16 countries, together with data from the World Health Organization and United Nations World Population Prospects


SAN DIEGO-Tuesday, May 22nd 2018 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- A new data analysis presented by ResMed (NYSE: RMD, ASX: RMD) this week at the ATS 2018 International Conference indicates that the prevalence of sleep apnea impacts more than 936 million people worldwide – nearly 10 times greater than previous estimates.

The study “Global Prevalence of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)” was conducted by an international panel of leading researchers seeking to provide a clear scope of the impact of the chronic sleep-disordered breathing condition. The previous estimation of OSA prevalence (100 million) came from a 2007 World Health Organization study that used methods and data available at the time. By analyzing technology improvements in detecting OSA and underreported statistics from other areas of the world, this latest study depicts an impacted population significantly larger than previously identified.

“The research and findings are a revelation in sleep apnea research and represent a vastly underreported major public health issue,” said Adam Benjafield, ResMed vice president of Medical Affairs and lead study researcher. “This new study demonstrates a need for expanded awareness around the diagnosis and treatment of OSA worldwide.”

Sleep apnea is a chronic disease that causes people to stop breathing while they sleep. To avoid suffocation, the body is jolted by the brain to take a breath, typically without the person ever being aware. This cycle can repeat as many as hundreds of times a night, disrupting normal sleep patterns. Life-threatening conditions associated with OSA range from chronic daytime fatigue to heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, depression, and more. Previous studies have suggested that undiagnosed sleep apnea costs nearly $150 billion in the United States alone as a result of related lost productivity, motor vehicle accidents and workplace accidents – an economic impact that’s likely much greater, given a higher prevalence total.

“This study should encourage physicians to talk with their patients about how sleep affects our overall health,” said ResMed Chief Medical Officer Carlos M. Nunez, M.D. “It should also cause more people to ask themselves, ‘Do I or my bed partner have this?’ Those who have sleep apnea don’t often realize they have it and, therefore, don’t realize they can do something to mitigate the resulting chronic fatigue or its more harmful long-term health risks. And sleep apnea isn’t just a disease for older, overweight men, as once thought. It affects people of all ages, all ethnic and racial groups, all states of health, and is not gender specific. In fact, nearly half of newly diagnosed patients are female.”

About the study

In 2007, The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated more than 100 million people are affected by OSA, although they acknowledged that this figure was not based on robust data.

The aim of this new study, “Global Prevalence of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Adults: Estimation Using Currently Available Data,” is to estimate the global adult prevalence of OSA. Researchers identified 16 countries with published prevalence papers based on objective sleep studies and applied findings to areas previously under-quantified. After data review, estimates were extrapolated based on the global adult population aged 30–69 years. Prevalence statistics were applied to population numbers in each country based on the corresponding gender and body mass index (a key risk factor for OSA). OSA prevalence was estimated based on severity of the disease as measured by the apnea–hypopnea index.

Convened by ResMed, the experts included representatives from North and South America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.

About ResMed

ResMed (NYSE: RMD, ASX: RMD), a world-leading connected health company with more than 5 million cloud-connected devices for daily remote patient monitoring, changes lives with every breath. Its award-winning devices and software solutions help treat and manage sleep apnea, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other respiratory conditions. Its 6,000-member team strives to improve patients’ quality of life, reduce the impact of chronic disease and save healthcare costs in more than 120 countries. ResMed.com

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Contacts

ResMed
For media:
Jayme Rubenstein, +1 858.836.6798
news@resmed.com
or
For investors:
David Pendarvis, +1 858.836.5000
investorrelations@resmed.com




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