Did you know? Valentine’s Day dates back to the 5th century but has its roots in a Roman festival! Over time, it transformed into the celebration of love we know today—with chocolates, flowers, and heart-shaped everything. But here at TRH Services, we’re all about sharing love in a different way… by showing it to your medical equipment!
This Valentine’s Day, while you’re spreading kindness to your loved ones, don’t forget your essential devices. Maintenance matters, and your equipment deserves a little TLC too.
Vet Waste Gas Management Systems: Don’t Let Safety Go Up in Smoke
Veterinary waste gas management systems—often known as anesthesia gas scavenging systems—play a crucial role in keeping staff and patients safe. Just like any relationship, they need attention and proper care. Here’s what you should check regularly:
Proper flow rates – Make sure gas is moving efficiently through the system.
A sealed system – Leaks can be dangerous; routine checks are key.
Interface systems – These should function properly to control pressure build-up.
External exhaust – Ensure the waste gas is being safely expelled outside and not into the working environment.
Routine testing helps maintain a safe and compliant workspace, reducing health risks to staff and animals alike.
️ Keep It Cozy—Patient Warmers Need Love Too
Patient warmers are vital for maintaining body temperature during procedures. But to keep them working safely and effectively, don’t overlook:
Regular filter cleaning – A clogged filter can reduce efficiency and even pose a hazard.
Filter replacement – Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines to ensure peak performance.
Maintenance is more than just a checklist—it’s a way to ensure optimal patient care.
⚡ Zoll AED Plus – Powering Life-Saving Moments
The Zoll AED Plus is a powerful tool in emergencies, but it needs the right power to perform. When replacing batteries:
Use the correct battery type (Duracell 123 lithium batteries ONLY).
Replace all batteries at the same time—never mix old and new ones.
Follow the correct sequence for replacement to ensure the AED resets properly.
Taking a few extra minutes to follow best practices can mean the difference between a life saved and a device malfunction.
So this Valentine’s Day, let’s make a pact:
Show your equipment some love. Schedule that maintenance. Clean those filters. Test your systems. Replace those batteries.
Because love isn’t just about hearts and roses—it’s about caring, in every way that counts.
From all of us at TRH Services, Happy Valentine’s Day!
A short list of equipment we tested in February, 2025
| Equipment Tested |
| AC Power Supply Dell Inc – HA65NS5-00 |
| Anesthetic Gas Machine – Monitoring Enclosure Ohmeda – 1001-8900-000 (5420/5120/5500) |
| Anesthetic Gas Machine Datex-Ohmeda – Aisys CS2 (1011-9050-000) |
| Anesthetic Gas Machine GE Medical Systems Information Technologies Inc. – CS2 |
| Anesthetic Gas Machine Ohmeda – Excel 110 ANSI |
| Anesthetic Gas Machine Ohmeda – Excel 210 |
| Arm Ergometer Monark – 881E |
| Autoclave Midmark Corporation – M11 |
| Autoclave Midmark Corporation – M11-020 |
| Autoclave Midmark Corporation – M11-021 |
| Autoclave Midmark Corporation – M11-022 |
| Autoclave Midmark Corporation – M11-042 |
| Autoclave Midmark Corporation – M9-042 |
| Autoclave Tuttnauer – 2340M |
| Bench N/A – Bench |
| Blanket Warmer Imperial Surgical – OR-7854 |
| Blood Pressure Unit Byflo Products Inc. – AOJ-30F |
| Blood Pressure Unit Easy Healthcare Corporation – EBP-095 |
| Blood Pressure Unit Omron Healthcare Co., Ltd. – BP7100 |
| Blood Pressure Unit Omron Healthcare Co., Ltd. – HEM-907XL |
| Blood Pressure Unit Welch Allyn – ProBP 3400 Series |
| Blood Pressure Simulator BC Biomedical Laboratories Ltd. – NIBP-1020 |
| Blood Pressure Unit Hangzhou Sejoy Electronics – BP-103H |
| Blood Pressure Unit Hillrom – Wall Mount |
| Blood Pressure Unit Medline industries Inc. – MDS3001 |
| Blood Pressure Unit Omron Healthcare Co., Ltd. – HEM-711DLXCAN |
| Blood Pressure Unit Omron Healthcare Co., Ltd. – HEM-7320T-CA |
| Blood Pressure Unit Primacare – Hand Held |
| Blood Pressure Unit Riester GmbH – Wall Mount |
| Blood Pressure Unit Welch Allyn – Cart |
| Blood Pressure Unit Welch Allyn – ProBP 2400 |
| Blood Pressure Unit Welch Allyn – ProBP 3400 |
| Blood Pressure Unit Welch Allyn – Tycos |
| Blood Pressure Unit Welch Allyn – Wall Mounted |
| Building Maintenance N/A – N/A |
| Chiropractic Table Chattanooga Group – Spinalator 8900 |
| Chiropractic Table Elite Manufacturing – N/A |
| Compression System Coviden – Kendall SCD 700 Series |
| Compression System Covidien – Kendall SCD (700 Series) |
| Defibrillator – AED HeartSine Technologies, Ltd. – 350P |
| Defibrillator – AED Philips Healthcare – HeartStart FRX |
| Defibrillator – AED Zoll Medical Corporation – AED plus |
| Defibrillator Analyzer BC Biomedical Laboratories Ltd. – DA-2006P |
| Defibrillator Zoll Medical Corporation – R Series ALS |
| Defibrillator Zoll Medical Corporation – X Series |
| Dental Chair / Lamp Dexta Corporation – MK9C/330E-10 |
| Digital MutiMeter Fluke – 116 |
| Doppler Huntleigh Healthcare Ltd., – Dopplex Mini |
| Drill Milwaukee – 2607-20 |
| Drill Milwaukee – 2656-20 |
| Dynamometer Baseline – Hand |
| Dynamometer Chatillon Force Measurement Systems – FCE |
| Dynamometer Jamar – Pinch |
| Electric Instrument Control Console MicroAire – 5020 |
| Electrical Safety Analyzer BC Biomedical Laboratories Ltd. – SA-2005 |
| Electroacupuncture Therapy ITO Co., Ltd. – ES-130 |
| Electrocardiograph Burdick Corporation – ELI 280 |
| Electrocardiograph GE Medical Systems Information Technologies Inc. – MAC 2000 |
| Electrocardiograph Schiller AG – medilog AR |
| Electrosurgery Unit Bovie Medical Corporation – aaron 940 |
| Electrosurgery Unit Covidien – Valleylab FT10 |
| Electrosurgery Unit Diros Technology Inc – URF-3AP |
| Exercise Bike Spirit Fitness – CU800 |
| Flow Meter – Oxygen AMICO Corporation – FMO-15I-DH |
| Flow Meter – Oxygen AMICO Corporation – FMO-15L-DH |
| Flow Meter – Oxygen Amvex Corporation – 0 – 15 L / MIN |
| Flow Meter – Oxygen GLENWOOD LABS CANADA – GK 6000 CGA-870 |
| Flow Meter – Oxygen TSI incorporated – 4040 H |
| Flow Meter – Oxygen Western Enterprises – OPA-820 |
| Flow Meter – Oxygen Western/Scott Fetzer co. – OPA-820 |
| Gas Regulator – Nitrous Oxide Harris Products Group – 25-2C-T50P-326 |
| Gas Regulator – Nitrous Oxide Harris Products Group – 702050326D |
| Gas Regulator – Oxygen Harris Products Group – 25-2C-T50P-540 |
| Gas Regulator – Oxygen Harris Products Group – 702050540D |
| Hydrocollator Chattanooga Group – 2302 |
| Hydrocollator Chattanooga Group – 2402 |
| Hydrocollator Chattanooga Group – M-2 (2402) |
| Illuminator Cerus – INT100 |
| Infusion Pump – Anesthetic Smith & Nephew Medical Limited – Medfusion 3500 |
| Infusion Pump – Enteral Feed Covidien – Kangaroo ePump |
| Infusion Pump – Feeding Cardinal Health – OMNI (385400/585400) |
| Infusion Pump – General B. Braun Medical Inc. – Infusomat Space |
| Infusion Pump – General Baxter Healthcare Corporation – Sigma Spectrum |
| Infusion Pump – Pain Q Core Medical LTD – 15031-000-0032 |
| Infusion Pump – Pain Q Core Medical LTD – 15032-000-0031 (Epidural) |
| Infusion Pump – Syringe Alaris Medical Systems – 80033UND1 |
| Infusion Pump – Syringe Smiths Medical ASD INC. – Medfusion 3500 |
| Infusion Pump – Syringe Smiths Medical ASD INC. – medfusion 4000 |
| Infusion Pump Baxter Healthcare Corporation – NovumIQ |
| Interferential / Ultrasound Machine BTL Industries Inc – BTL-4000 Premium |
| Interferential / Ultrasound Unit Chattanooga Group – 2760 |
| Interferential / Ultrasound Unit Chattanooga Group – Intelect Legend XT (2760) |
| Interferential / Ultrasound Unit Chattanooga Group – Intelect Mobile Combo (2778) |
| Interferential / Ultrasound Unit ITO Co., Ltd. – EU-940 |
| Interferential / Ultrasound Unit Richmar – Combocare |
| Interferential Unit BTL Industries Inc – BTL-4000 Smart |
| Interferential Unit Chattanooga Group – 2777 |
| Interferential Unit Chattanooga Group – Intelect Mobile Stim 2777 |
| Interferential Unit ITO Co., Ltd. – ES-5400 |
| Interferential Unit Richmar – Quattro 2.5 |
| Interferential Unit Roscoe Medical, Inc. – Quattro 2.5 |
| Laser Medx Electronics Inc. – MBM 1100 |
| Laser Probe Meditech International Inc – LS-B-3000 |
| Laser Probe Medx Electronics Inc. – MCT1001 |
| Lead Apron barrier technologies – Spvs |
| Lead Apron Ultraray – N/A |
| Light Source BFW – 2050 |
| Light Source Karl Storz Endoscopy Canada Ltd – Xenon 300 |
| Liposuction Unit MicroAire – ASP-1021 |
| Medical Gas System – Manifold – Oxygen and Nitrous Oxide United Equipment – EZ Flow |
| Miscellaneous N/A – N/A |
| Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Smith & Nephew Medical Limited – Renasys Touch |
| Nitrous Gas Delivery System Belmed Inc. – PC7 (5000) |
| Ophthalmoscope / Otoscope Welch Allyn – 11720 |
| Ophthalmoscope / Otoscope Welch Allyn – 7114X |
| Ophthalmoscope / Otoscope Welch Allyn – GS777 |
| Oscilloscope GW INSTEK – GDS-210 |
| Overhead Light AMICO Corporation – iCE30/60SC |
| Overhead Light Medical Illumination International – 061525 |
| Overhead Light System Two – N/A |
| Oxygen Analyzer BC Biomedical Laboratories Ltd. – OGX-1900-A |
| Oxygen Concentrator DeVilbiss Healthcare LLC – 525DS |
| Oxygen Concentrator Invacare Corporation – Perfecto 2 |
| Patient Data Module – CO2 Philips Medical Systems – REF 867041 |
| Patient Data Module – ECG / IBP / NIBP / SPO2 / Temp Philips Medical Systems – IntelliVue X3 |
| Patient Data Module Respironics Inc. – LoFlo |
| Patient Lift – Rail System Southpaw – N/A |
| Patient Lift ArjoHuntleigh AB – Maxi Move |
| Patient Lift ArjoHuntleigh AB – Sara 3000 |
| Patient Lift ArjoHuntleigh AB – Sara Flex |
| Patient Monitor – ECG / NIBP / Printer / SPO2 Edan Instruments Inc. – iM60 |
| Patient Monitor – Agent / ECG / NIBP / Printer / SPO2 Datex Instruments Corp. – Cardiocap 5 |
| Patient Monitor – Agent / ECG / NIBP / Printer / SPO2 Edan Instruments Inc. – iM50 |
| Patient Monitor – CO2 / ECG / NIBP / Printer / SPO2 / Temp Edan Instruments Inc. – iM60 |
| Patient Monitor – CO2 / ECG / NIBP / SPO2 / RESP Datex-Ohmeda – Cardiocap 5 |
| Patient Monitor – NIBP / Printer / SPO2 Edan Instruments Inc. – M3 |
| Patient Monitor – NIBP / SPO2 / Temp Hill-Rom – Spot Vital Signs 4400 |
| Patient Monitor – NIBP / SPO2 / Temp Welch Allyn – 42MTB |
| Patient Monitor – NIBP / SPO2 / Temp Welch Allyn – 42NTB |
| Patient Monitor – NIBP / SPO2 / Temp Welch Allyn – 73WE / REF901058 |
| Patient Monitor – NIBP / SPO2 / Temp Welch Allyn – 74CT |
| Patient Monitor – NIBP / SPO2 / Temp Welch Allyn – Connex Spot Monitor |
| Patient Monitor – NIBP / SPO2 / Temp Welch Allyn – Spot Vital Signs |
| Patient Monitor – NIBP / SPO2 / Temp Welch Allyn – VSM 6000 Series |
| Patient Monitor – NIBP / SPO2 Welch Allyn – 42M0B |
| Patient Monitor – NIBP Welch Allyn – 4200B |
| Patient Monitor Edan – M3 |
| Patient Monitor Edan – M3A |
| Patient Monitor Edan Instruments Inc. – M3 |
| Patient Monitor VSM MedTech Ltd – BPM-200 |
| Patient Monitor Welch Allyn – 42NTB |
| Patient Monitor Welch Allyn – Spot Vital signs 4400 |
| Patient Warming Blanket Stryker Corporation – Mistral-Air (MA1100-PM) |
| Percussor Thumper Massager Inc. – Thumper-1007D |
| Phacoemulsification Machines Alcon Laboratories – Centurion Vison Systems |
| Phacoemulsification Machines Bausch & Lomb – Stellaris ELITE |
| Pressure Meter BC Biomedical Laboratories Ltd. – DPM-2001 |
| Printer – Label Brother – PT-D410 |
| Pulley System Athena Manufacturing & Design Inc. – N/A |
| Pulley System N/A – Wall |
| Pulley System Pulley System – N/A |
| Pulley System Saba Medical – N/A |
| Pulse Oximeter – Simulator (Finger Probes) BC Biomedical Laboratories Ltd. – FS-1000-RS |
| Pulse Oximeter – Simulator BC Biomedical Laboratories Ltd. – MSP-2100 |
| Pulse Oximeter American Diagnostic Corp. (ADC) – 2100 |
| Pulse Oximeter American Diagnostic Corp. (ADC) – 2100CN |
| Pulse Oximeter ChoiceMMed America Co. – MD300C29 |
| Pulse Oximeter Edan Instruments Inc. – H100 |
| Pulse Oximeter Edan Instruments Inc. – H100B |
| Pulse Oximeter Masimo Corporation – MS2000 |
| Pulse Oximeter Masimo Corporation – RAD-5 |
| Pulse Oximeter Medline – HCSM705 |
| Refrigerator (2 – 8°C) Across International – M14 |
| Refrigerator (2 – 8°C) Haier – HYC-639 |
| Refrigerator (2 – 8°C) Insignia – NS-BC115SS9-C |
| Refrigerator (2 – 8°C) Panasonic – SR-L6111W-PA |
| Refrigerator (2 – 8°C) phcbi – MPR-722-PA |
| Resuscitative Zoll Medical Corporation – AutoPulse Model 100 |
| Scale – Adult Detecto – Slim Pro |
| Scale – Adult Health O meter Professional – 498KL |
| Scale – Adult Seca GmbH – 7691321998 |
| Scale – Pediatric Health-O-Meter – 553KL |
| Scavenging System TRH Services – MARK IV |
| Shockwave Therapy StorZ Medical Ag – MP50 |
| Shower Chair ArjoHuntleigh AB – Carmina (BLB2000-013) |
| Simulator Zoll Medical Corporation – 9355-000820 |
| Smoke Evacuator System Coviden – RapidVac SE3690 |
| Stepper NeuroGym Technologies Inc. – E-PS-A |
| Stethoscope 3M Healthcare – N/A |
| Stretcher Stryker Corporation – 1115 |
| Suction Unit DeVilbiss Healthcare LLC – 7305P-D |
| Suction Unit Laerdal Medical As – LSU |
| Suction Unit Thomas Industries INC. – 1130P-C |
| Surgical Table Image Diagnostics Inc – 100E |
| Tachometer – Photo EXTECH Instruments – 461920 |
| Temperature Monitor – Temperature Probe Oceasoft – N/A |
| Temperature Monitor Elpro – Libero CL |
| Temperature Monitor Geneq Inc. – GE4650 |
| Temperature Monitor Monnit – Alta |
| Temperature Monitor Pharmacold – S-85 |
| Temperature Monitor Traceable – n/a |
| TENS Unit AMG Medical Inc – 715-420 |
| TENS Unit Apex Medical Corporation – TS-1211 Combo |
| TENS Unit Compass Health Brands – TWIN STIM |
| TENS Unit Current Solutions LLC – Tens 3000 |
| TENS Unit Diros Technology Inc – MLA-4 |
| TENS Unit Dongbang AcuPrime – MAXTENS 1000 |
| TENS Unit Electro Therapeutic Devices Inc. – Pointer Plus II |
| TENS Unit Empi Inc. – EPIX XL |
| TENS Unit Neurotrac – PelviTone |
| Thermometer – Infrared Hangzhou Sejoy Electronics – DET-306 |
| Thermometer – Infrared Hetaida Technology Co.,Ltd – MS-131002 |
| Thermometer – Infrared yuwell – N/A |
| Thermometer – Oral Welch Allyn – 690 |
| Thermometer – Oral Welch Allyn – SureTemp Plus |
| Thermometer – Tympanic Coviden – Genius 3 |
| Thermometer Braun Kronberg – THERMOSCAN |
| Thermometer Braun Kronberg – THERMOSCAN Pro 6000 |
| Thermometer JoyTech – DET-306 |
| Treadmill SportsArt Industrial Co., Ltd. – T6118 |
| Treatment Bed Armedica Manufacturing Corp. – AM300 |
| Treatment Bed Cardon Rehabilition and Medical Equipment LTD. – BT500 |
| Treatment Bed Cardon Rehabilition and Medical Equipment LTD. – Cosmos 100 |
| Treatment Bed Cardon Rehabilition and Medical Equipment LTD. – CTL |
| Treatment Bed Cardon Rehabilition and Medical Equipment LTD. – CTT |
| Treatment Bed Cardon Rehabilition and Medical Equipment LTD. – CTT – R27627 |
| Treatment Bed Cardon Rehabilition and Medical Equipment LTD. – NA |
| Treatment Bed Cardon Rehabilition and Medical Equipment LTD. – R27627 |
| Treatment Bed Chattanooga Group – 3319 |
| Treatment Bed Clinton Industies inc – 80200 |
| Treatment Bed Medelco Inc – EL2000 |
| Treatment Bed Metron Medical Australia Pty Ltd. – T8718WFHT9009BL |
| Treatment Bed MHP International Ltd. – N/A |
| Treatment Bed Oakworks – PX Series ProLuxe |
| Treatment Bed Omniplinth (Medelco) – EL2000 |
| Treatment Bed Ortho Canada – ST3566-TMO-1WF |
| Treatment Bed Seers Medical Limited – ST3566-115H-1WF |
| Treatment Bed Seers Medical Limited – ST3566-115T-1WF |
| Treatment Bed Seers Medical Limited – ST3566-TMO01WF |
| Treatment Bed Seers Medical Limited – ST3566-TMO-1WF |
| Treatment Bed Seers Medical Limited – ST3566-TMO-EPFS |
| Treatment Chair Midmark Corporation – 641-002 |
| Ultrasound Analyzer Ohmic Instruments Company – UPM-DT-100SP |
| Ultrasound Machine – Therapeutic BTL Industries Inc – 4000 Smart |
| Ultrasound Machine – Therapeutic BTL Industries Inc – BTL 4000 Smart |
| Ultrasound Machine – Therapeutic BTL Industries Inc – BTL-4000 |
| Ultrasound Machine – Therapeutic Chattanooga Group – Intelect 2776 |
| Ultrasound Machine – Therapeutic Mettler Electronics Corporation – ME740 |
| Ultrasound Machine – Therapeutic Roscoe Medical, Inc. – SoundCare Plus |
| Ultrasound Machine – Therapeutic Roscoe Medical, Inc. – US PRO 2000 2nd Edition |
| Vacuum Pump System Class 1 Inc. – OLC300-S30X2 |
| Vacuum Regulator AMICO Corporation – SRA-CH |
| Vacuum Regulator AMICO Corporation – SRA-CHID-DH-C |
| Vaporizer – Desflorane Datex-Ohmeda – Alladin(1100-9025-00) |
| Vaporizer – Isoflurane Ohmeda – TEC 4 |
| Vaporizer – Sevoflurane Datex-Ohmeda – Aladin 2 (1100-9032-000) |
| Vaporizer – Sevoflurane Datex-Ohmeda – Alladin 2 (1100-9032-000) |
| Vaporizer – Sevoflurane Datex-Ohmeda – Alladin(1100-9032-000) |
| Vaporizer – Sevoflurane Datex-Ohmeda – TEC 850 |
| Wall Diagnostic System Welch Allyn – 767 Series |
| Washer – Instrument Labconco – Flaskscrubber |
| Wax Bath Thermal Electric Company – PB-104 |
| Weight Lifting Equipment NeuroGym Technologies Inc. – e-sts-a |
| X-ray Machine GE Healthcare – OEC Elite |
Short list of some key notes places we visited in February
| List of some places visited in February 2025 |
| Ajax, Ontario |
| Aurora, Ontario |
| Barrie, Ontario |
| Brampton, Ontario |
| Brantford, Ontario |
| Burlington, Ontario |
| Cambridge, Ontario |
| Chetek, Wisconsin |
| Cobourg, Ontario |
| Guelph, Ontario |
| Hamilton, Ontario |
| Hanover, Ontario |
| Kitchener, Ontario |
| Laval, Quebec |
| London, Ontario |
| Markham, Ontario |
| Mississauga, Ontario |
| N/A, Ontario |
| Newmarket, Ontario |
| Niagara Falls, Ontario |
| Oshawa, Ontario |
| Richmond Hill, Ontario |
| Scarborough, Ontario |
| St. Catherines, Ontario |
| Toronto, Ontario |
| Vancouver, British Columbia |
| Waterloo, Ontario |
| Whitby, Ontario |
| Windsor, Ontario |
| Winnipeg, Manitoba |
| Woodbridge, Ontario |
