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UBM Canon’s Medical Design Excellence Awards Extends Call for Entries to February 8, 2012

Los Angeles, CA (January 30, 2012) - The Medical Design Excellence Awards (MDEA) program, the medical device industry’s premier design awards competition, announced today that is has extended the deadline for the call for entries to February 8, 2012.

The MDEA is presented by UBM Canon, the global advanced manufacturing and MedTech authority, and by Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry (MD+DI), the industry’s central source for late breaking news, information, and business intelligence.

Entries are accepted from companies and individuals worldwide involved in the design, engineering, manufacture, or distribution of finished medical devices or medical packaging products.

“We are very proud to be a part of a long tradition of innovation in medical device products,” stated Heather Thompson, Editor-in-Chief, MD+DI. “Through the MDEA, we have honored nearly 450 groundbreaking products, including the AcceleDent Orthodontic System; Avedro Vedera KXS Vision Correction Device, and many more deserving products.”

The program recognizes both the design achievements and healthcare contributions of medical product manufacturers and the many people behind the scenes-engineers, scientists, designers, and clinicians-who are responsible for the groundbreaking innovations that are changing the face of healthcare.

The MDEA will also be honoring an individual with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award for contributions over a long career that have a demonstrable impact on technological, business, and cultural advancements in medical devices.

Parties interested in entering in the 2012 MDEA competition are encouraged to visit MDEAwards.com for complete program details, including eligibility requirements, a downloadable entry form, rules, instructions, and an entry materials checklist.

Accepted in ten medical product categories, entries are evaluated by a multidisciplinary panel of jurors with expertise in engineering, medicine, human factors, industrial design, manufacturing, and other design and healthcare-related fields.

Finalists will be publicly announced in the April issue of MD+DI magazine. The winners will then be announced in May at a special presentation ceremony held in conjunction with the Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) East Conference and Exposition, May 22-24, 2012, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. MDEA-winning products will be honored with Bronze, Silver, or Gold-level awards in each category. Also, one Gold-winning product will be awarded “Best-in-Show”.

The MDEA program is endorsed by AdvaMed; the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering; the Healthcare Technology Foundation; the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society; the Medical Device Manufacturers Association; and the National Collegiate Inventors and Innovators Alliance.

For more information on the Medical Design Excellence Awards, visit MDEAwards.com, e-mail mdea@ubm.com, or call 310/445-4200.

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About UBM Canon
UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

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UBM Canon Pharmaceutical Group Announces Realignment for Future Growth

Los Angeles, CA  (January 30, 2012) - UBM Canon, the global authority for the advanced manufacturing and medical device industries, announced today a reorganization between the Pharmaceutical Media Group and Data Products teams to provide an integrated, holistic media solution for clients and audience alike.

As part of the reorganization, Daniel Becker, Associate Publisher, has been promoted to Brand Director, Pharmaceuticals, and Sandra Baker, Data Products Manager, has joined the pharmaceutical group sales team as Senior Account Manager. Dan brings extensive publishing and sales management experience as well as a broad knowledge of the pharmaceutical and business marketing market to his new role. Sandra joined UBM Canon in 2007 and brings to her new role over 15 years of publishing experience.

“This strategic reorganization will enable us to integrate Med Ad News, R&D Directions, PharmaLive.com and Pharmalot.com to meet the needs of the changing media landscape and offer a distinctive leadership position in this market that directly serves the needs of our clients and readers,” said Stephen Corrick, Senior Vice President & Executive Director, UBM Canon Publishing.

The Content team, led by Content Director Christiane Truelove, is enhanced with additional resources to provide a new level of integration across these brands. To assist with this change, Andrew Humphreys, Senior Analyst on Data Products is now Managing Editor, Special Reports and will remain as the driver of in-depth special reports that support the content on Med Ad News and R&D Directions. Ed Silverman continues his valuable and influential role as Editor of the industry-leading website, Pharmalot.com and Editor-at-Large of Med Ad News and R&D Directions. The Pharmaceutical team will be based primarily in our new offices in Hamilton, NJ.

An example of this reorganization is the recent launch of a new digital product on R&D Directions, “R&D Pharma Business Connect”, a business strategy eNewsletter, providing weekly updates and insider insight on the most strategically relevant deals and financial moves of pharmaceutical and biotech companies and contract research organizations - including development agreements, milestone payments, share offerings, and mergers and acquisitions.

As part of this reorganization and in collaboration with UBM Conferences, new conferences are planned to deliver thought leadership topics and content to address the discerning needs of the pharmaceutical marketplace.

For brand inquiries, please contact Daniel Becker at daniel.becker@ubm.com or Sandra Baker at sandra.baker@ubm.com or Andrew McSherry at andrew.mcsherry@ubm.com

For editorial inquiries, please contact Christiane Truelove at chris.truelove@ubm.com or Andrew Humphreys at andrew.humphreys@ubm.com or Ed Silverman at ed.silverman@ubm.com.

About UBM Canon
UBM Canon LLC, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

About Med Ad News
The pharmaceutical industry’s publication of record for more than 29 years, Med Ad News provides broad coverage and incisive analysis of the issues, events, trends, and strategies shaping pharmaceutical business, marketing, and sales. More than 16,500 readers - comprising corporate executives, marketing, sales, and product managers - receive Med Ad News 12 times per year. Med Ad News is a publication of UBM Canon Pharmaceutical Media Group.

About PharmaLive.com
PharmaLive.com is the premier online resource for extensive pharmaceutical industry content. PharmaLive.com provides coverage on pharmaceutical industry news, events, trends, marketing, sales, research and development and drugs in the pipeline. Our audience is comprised of pharmaceutical professionals who rely on our website for their daily industry news and exclusive industry insight from our editors.

About Pharmalot.com
Pharmalot.com is a leading, award-winning pharmaceutical industry blog brought to you by the publishers of PharmaLive and Ed Silverman, Editor, Pharmalot and Editor-at-Large, Med Ad News and R&D Directions. Pharmalot.com provides great insights, updates, and views on the pharmaceutical industry. More than 200,000 readers including corporate pharmaceutical and medical device executives, regulatory affairs, legal counsels, financial, marketing, sales, and product managers visit Pharmalot.com each month.

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UBM Canon, the Global MedTech Authority, Announces Upcoming Webcast Focused on IP Protection in China

Webcast will be delivered by Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP Patent Attorney

Los Angeles, CA (November 30, 2011) - MD+DI (Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry) and Qmed, UBM Canon’s leading brands providing the medical device industry with the latest news, information, and industry resources, including the world’s only 100% qualified supplier directory, today announced they will co-host the  upcoming webinar on IP protection in China entitled, “Don’t Let Your IP Get Ripped-off in China.”

The featured speaker for this webcast is Dr. Jerry L. Hefner, Partner, at Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP. Hefner will discuss crucial information surrounding protecting your company’s IP in China.

China has recently made significant advancements in providing applicants with cost effective means for both securing and enforcing IP rights.

During this webcast, Hefner will provide valuable information regarding the types of IP protection that the Chinese system has to offer, cost effective approaches that non-Chinese entities can employ to reduce the likelihood of unauthorized exploitation of their technologies in China, how to control infringing activities through enforcement actions, and realistic expectations for enforcement outcomes in China.

“If you’re even thinking about bringing your design to China, this webinar is a can’t miss event,” stated Rich Nass, Director of Content at UBM Canon and moderator for the webcast. “While the potential of producing a medical device in China comes with obvious benefits, it also has challenges that are just as obvious. During this webcast, we will cover vital information and explain realistic ways to secure and enforce your company’s IP in China. Plus, there will be a live Q&A with the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.”

The webcast will take place on Tuesday, December 6 at 1:00 p.m. CT (2:00 p.m. ET).  There is a minimal registration fee to attend.  The event will also be available archived for six months on the MD+DI website and in the Qmed webcast archive.

For more information about Dr. Jerry L. Hefner, the webcast, or to register, please click here.

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About UBM Canon LLC

UBM Canon LLC, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

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UBM Canon, the Global Authority on the MedTech Industry, Announces Strategic New Hires to Supplement Its Marketing and Advertiser Media Solutions Team

Los Angeles, CA (November 29, 2011) - UBM Canon, the world’s premier medical device industry resource, today announced that is has added additional team members to strategically complement its strong consultative media solutions sales approach and to provide further client support.

“As part of our ongoing promise to clients to provide an unparalleled product portfolio and reach into the medtech industry, we’ve supplemented our experienced consultative sales team with additional new hires.” said Shannon Alo-Mendosa, Director of Sales, UBM Canon Medical Device Media Group.  “I’m very excited to bring to our team, individuals who have strong B2B sales backgrounds, including in the medical device industry. Medical device manufacturers and suppliers will continue to greatly benefit from the significant global and targeted marketing capabilities we offer.”

New team members include Betsy Anderson, Account Director for New England and Eastern Canada. Anderson has a wealth of experience in B2B and most recently worked at GlobalSpec where she focused on new business development, and also held previous sales managerial positions with Reed Business Information, Thomas Publishing, and PennWell Publishing.

Jason Barlow, Account Executive for Northern California, brings with him previous Canon Communications experience, having worked on MD+DI and MX brands for several years.  Barlow also has experience working with small to medium sized businesses as a sales and marketing strategy consultant.

Delanie Gaylord joins the UBM Canon team as Account Executive for the Central and Northeastern U.S. markets. Gaylord brings to the team twelve years of experience in B2B sales, including previously working at UBM TechWeb and Canon Communications.

Other recent new hires also include Brian Toole, Sales Director for FL, NY, MD, MI, OH and PA U.S. markets, as well as Grace Guo, who is the first dedicated Sales Director for China, based out of Beijing.

For more information regarding UBM Canon’s vast offering and partnership opportunities, click here.

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About UBM Canon

UBM Canon LLC, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

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Qmed, the Leading Global MedTech Industry Resource Announces New Regulatory Tool to Streamline and Simplify the Regulatory and Product Development Process

Qmed partners with e-Zassi to provide users with exclusive access to software that outputs research and data regarding the development and commercialization of new medical technologies

Los Angeles, CA (November 18, 2011) - Qmed.com, the world’s only 100% qualified medical device supplier directory, search engine, and central industry resource, today announced a new powerful business intelligence tool is now live on the Qmed site as part of its continuing commitment to provide users with additional resources.

“I am very pleased to announce that this new regulatory and product development tool is now available to all Qmed users,” stated Tim Simone, Qmed Brand Director.  “This is just one example of the many ways we continue to enhance Qmed and provide users with the most relevant, time-saving, and cost-effective tools. Qmed is dedicated to providing the medical device industry with resources and information that assist in the development of life-saving medical technologies.”

This new resource listed under Regulatory Tool on the Qmed Resources tab, provides Qmed users exclusive access to proprietary e-Zassi software. Part of the tool, free only to Qmed users, is powered by a database of information on classified medical devices. After the user enters information regarding their current project, this tool then searches and provides potential predicate codes and pathway for medical technology in Cardiovascular, Orthopedic, Gastroenterology & Urology, General/Plastic Surgery and Radiological devices.

A full report is also available to Qmed users at a greatly discounted rate exclusively only on Qmed.com. This extensive version calculates the future development and commercialization milestones of a new medical technology. It also provides insight into the pivotal product development hurdles that affect medical device product decision making. The software does not utilize any confidential information, allowing the information to be shared with business partners and vendors, regardless of patent status.

Learn more and access the new resources on Qmed here.

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About Qmed

Qmed is the world’s ONLY 100% qualified medical device supplier directory, search engine and industry resource, created exclusively for OEMs actively researching and sourcing qualified suppliers, products, and services during the product design cycle. Powered by advanced keyword search and embedded with relevant supplier and industry content, rich media, and RFP opportunities, Qmed is the critical resource used to connect medical device OEMs with qualified suppliers. From medical contract manufacturers to stock component suppliers and medical device consultancies, Qmed’s powerful search tool, directory, and white paper library serves only relevant, editorially screened supplier listings and resources to provide the most efficient supplier-sourcing experience for medical device OEMs. Qualified suppliers are determined by verification of the following criteria: currently working with medical device OEMs, exhibit at medical device industry trade shows, are GMP compliant, ISO 9000, and/or FDA-registered.

About UBM Canon

UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

About e-Zassi

e-Zassi is the first Innovation Management (IM) software platform designed to address the needs of the patent centric medical device industry. The platform delivers a standardized approach to the submission, capture, decision support and sharing of ideas, in a non-confidential assessment format that minimizes intellectual property disclosure risks. The suite of web-based software solutions delivers critical business intelligence on product development and commercialization burdens associated with a new med-tech application. The outputs are generated in real time and immediately available to the user driving better decision making, due diligence and increased business development efficiency.

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UBM Canon’s MPMN, the Global Authority on Cutting-Edge Technologies and Products to the Medical Device Industry, Announces Special Web Feature: Five Pioneering Medical Products to Watch

Los Angeles, CA (November 16, 2011) - Medical Product Manufacturing News (MPMN), a UBM Canon world leading MedTech B2B publication and resource covering materials, components, equipment, and services for medical device design and development, has unveiled the special Web feature, “Five Pioneering Medical Products to Watch.” Selected by MPMN editors, the five featured products represent industry trendsetters at various stages of development that could potentially revolutionize medical device design.

“While there is no shortage of innovative medical devices currently in development, these five products really stand out as groundbreaking designs that, if commercialized, could overcome current end-use challenges and dramatically improve patient care,” said Shana Leonard, editor-in-chief of Medical Product Manufacturing News.

High-profile medical devices from Abbott Laboratories and Medtronic Inc. are included on the list along with products in development at a startup company and two university labs. “Industry-leading companies such as Abbott Labs and Medtronic are constantly producing game-changing medical devices,” Leonard said. “But some of the most exciting and out-of-the-box medical device breakthroughs are undeniably occurring in university labs as well.”

View the featured medical products here.

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About UBM Canon

UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

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Sustainability shown as a driving factor in packaging decisions

Exclusive annual study by the leading authority Packaging Digest reveals top priorities for the packaging industry.
- Procter & Gamble and Walmart recognized for their sustainability practices

OAK BROOK, IL (November  1, 2011) ─ For the last five years, an exclusive annual study by  the global authority Packaging Digest, a leading media brand of UBM Canon,  and the Sustainable Packaging Coalition has shown sustainability’s steady growth as a driver of change and innovation in the packaging sector. New data from the just-released 2011 survey indicate that this momentum might be slowing.

The exclusive “Sustainability in Packaging” study - the longest-running benchmarking survey on this topic in the industry-indicates some slippage on key questions, according to John Kalkowski, Packaging Digest editorial director. He explains that this does not mean that sustainability’s importance among packagers has declined. Rather, its impact is still growing, although at a slightly slower pace.

The 2011 survey was conducted in September, drawing 674 responses from a cross section of the packaging industry that includes consumer packaged goods companies (CPGs), retailers, packaging services and converters, as well as machinery and materials suppliers.

 ”Packaging affects so many aspects of consumers’ lives and business. While it protects the investment in products, it also has a major impact on the environment through the use of materials, energy and the creation of waste,” says Anne Johnson, director of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition. “Packaging Digest and the SPC launched this survey five years ago because we recognized that the packaging industry was going through tremendous changes as a result of increasing concerns about sustainability across society. This annual study is one of the best benchmarks of how the packaging segment has changed each year and an excellent indicator of sustainability issues that are on the horizon.”

Kalkowski points out that packaging accounts for one of the largest employment sectors across all U.S. manufacturing. “At the same time, packaging is used and thrown away each day by virtually all consumers, making it an obvious target to control through sustainable activities,” he says.

Major findings from the study include:

• The number of respondents reporting high or moderate familiarity with the issues of sustainability dipped to 80 percent in 2011 versus 83 percent in the 2010 survey, still well above the 52 percent at the same level of familiarity in 2007, the first year the survey was conducted.

• A growing number of study participants (41 percent) say the emphasis on sustainability within their companies has stayed the same in the past year, compared to 31 percent a year ago, while 55 percent said the emphasis had grown within their company in 2011.

• When asked how they’d rate their company’s success in achieving sustainability, less than one quarter of respondents say the business they work for had achieved levels beyond similar companies.

• Consumer demand, pricing pressure and retailer/brand owner requirements were cited most often as the main influences on companies’ sustainable packaging efforts.

• Economic conditions were cited as a major reason that some businesses have scaled back their activities in sustainable packaging.

Again in 2011, study participants identify Walmart as the leader among retailers for its sustainability practices, followed by Target and Whole Foods Markets. Among consumer product goods companies, Procter & Gamble was most-recognized for sustainability, followed by Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, which both introduced plant-based packaging in 2011.

Further details of the study are available in the November issue of Packaging Digest at www.packagingdigest.com/SustainableSurvey. Complete results will be presented in a webcast at 2 p.m. Eastern on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011. The webcast also will feature a presentation on how Kraft Foods is leveraging sustainability in its business by Roger Zellner, director of sustainability research, development and quality for Kraft Foods and a state-of-sustainability report by Anne Johnson of the SPC.

ABOUT PACKAGING DIGEST
Packaging Digest, with nearly 50 years of service, is the premier media brand covering the packaging industry. Respected worldwide for its timely and extensive coverage of real-world packaging operations, the magazine reaches over more than 80,000 subscribers who comprise decision makers in engineering, operations and corporate management, as well as design and brand leaders. Through its online presence, Packaging Digest also offers expanded reach via newsletters, videos, webcasts and other targeted services, making this brand the vehicle of choice for those seeking to reach the $470 billion global packaging market. Packaging Digest is a media brand of UBM Canon.

ABOUT UBM CANON
UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

ABOUT SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING COALITION
The Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC) is an industry working group dedicated to a more robust environmental vision for packaging while endeavoring to build packaging systems that encourage economic prosperity and a sustainable flow of materials. The SPC is a project of GreenBlue, a nonprofit that equips business with the science and resources to make products more sustainable. For more information, visit www.sustainablepackaging.org.

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Hypertronics Partners with UBM Canon, the Leading Global Medical Device Industry Source, to Co-Host Strategies for Avoiding Device Failure Seminar

Seminar headlined by industry expert Robert Hult, of Bishop & Associate will be co-located during the MD&M show in Minneapolis, November 2-3, 2011

Los Angeles, CA (October 27, 2011) - Hypertronics and UBM Canon’s Medical Device Media Group will co-host a seminar that aims to teach designers about the art of component selection in an advanced medical system. Dubbed, Strategies for Avoiding Device Failure, the seminar will be led by industry expert Robert Hult. As the Director of Product Technology for Bishop & Associates, Hult has nearly 40 years experience in the connector industry, with stops at Foxconn, Intel, and Tyco Electronics.

Hult’s presentation will look at making safe, dependable choices when it comes to component selection. This fits well with Hypertronics’ strategy, a company that is well respected for being a global supplier of high reliability, high performance interconnect solutions.

As most design engineers are aware, there are many potential points of failure on an advanced medical system. Hult will point out the obvious and not-so-obvious trouble spots, as well as their causes, and what you can do to avoid them. Devices covered in the discussion will include MRI, digital imaging, ultrasound, electrophysiology catheters, defibrillators, patient monitoring equipment, and implantable devices. One particular area of focus will be the interconnect system. Ample time will be allowed for Q&A and networking.

“I’m really excited to hear what Robert has to say. He’s a veteran that has been in the trenches when it comes to advanced system design,” said Rich Nass, Director of Content for UBM Canon’s Medical Devices Group. “When you’re designing products that save people’s lives, the mantra is that it has to work right all the time, every time.”

“We look forward to partnering with Hypertronics on this custom event,” said Shannon E. Alo-Mendosa, Director of Sales, UBM Canon’s Medical Device Media Group. “As the market leader, we anticipate partnering and executing more marketing services programs such as custom products and solutions in the future.  Especially as our customer’s/partner’s needs are focused more on engagement with a targeted audience  - we can apply our powerful content, unsurpassed brand equity and audience reach across the medical device industry, manufacturers, suppliers and OEMs, and in essence provide turnkey marketing services capabilities with a consultative media sales process.”

“We are delighted to participate in this event,” stated Vadim Radunsky, President, Hypertronics Corporation. “We view this venue as one that serves Hypertronics and its customers well across multiple disciplines within medical device manufacturing as it enables us to connect with the global community, build brand awareness and engage with our target audience.”

About UBM Canon

UBM Canon, the leading B-to-B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

About Hypertronics Corporation

Hypertronics, based in Hudson, Massachusetts, has been a leader in the design, manufacturing and

distribution of specialty connectors for the electronics industry since 1970. Its Hypertac® technology is

renowned for delivering unfailing performance in high-reliability applications in the medical,

military/aerospace, test and measurement and industrial market segments. The company offers a wide

range of standard catalog products as well as custom-designed connectors for more specific application

needs and performance requirements. Hypertronics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Smiths Interconnect.

More information about Hypertronics products and solution offerings can be found at

www.hypertronics.com.

About MD&M

Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) Minneapolis is the most comprehensive resource for every aspect of medical device development. It gathers medtech professionals and leading medical OEM suppliers together to provide you with immediate hands-on access to the tools you need to accelerate your new device to market, all in one convenient location. http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/minn11/

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UBM Canon’s 2012 Medical Design Excellence Awards Calls for Entries
Innovative products invited to participate in 15th annual competition

Los Angeles, CA (October 25, 2011) - The Medical Design Excellence Awards (MDEA) program is accepting entries for its 2012 competition from companies and individuals worldwide involved in the design, engineering, manufacture, or distribution of finished medical devices or medical packaging products. The MDEA is presented by UBM Canon, the leading producer of face-to-face, digital, print, and online business acceleration products for the worldwide medical device industry and sponsored by MD+DI (Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry) magazine. 

Now in its 15th year, the MDEA competition is a prestigious, publicity-charged program that provides companies with year-round opportunities to increase the distinction of their MDEA-finalist and winning products. The program recognizes both the design achievements and healthcare contributions of medical product manufacturers and the many people behind the scenes-engineers, scientists, designers, and clinicians-who are responsible for the groundbreaking innovations that are changing the face of healthcare. 

Parties interested in entering in the 2012 MDEA competition are encouraged to visit www.MDEAwards.com for complete program details, including eligibility requirements, a downloadable entry form, rules, instructions, and an entry materials checklist. Industry professionals are encouraged to review the information provided on the website and become involved in building recognition for medical product excellence, both in their own companies and industry wide. Although entries are most often submitted by manufacturers, firms that provide materials, components, or design and consulting services may submit an entry on behalf of a product manufacturer with that manufacturer’s written consent.

The early-bird submission deadline for the 2012 MDEA competition is November 14, 2011 and its standard deadline is December 9, 2011.

Accepted in ten medical product categories, entries are evaluated by a multidisciplinary panel of jurors with expertise in engineering, medicine, human factors, industrial design, manufacturing, and other design and healthcare-related fields.

Finalists will be publicly announced in the April issue of MD+DI magazine. The winners will then be announced in May at a special presentation ceremony held in conjunction with the Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) East Conference and Exposition, May 22-24, 2012, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. MDEA-winning products will be honored with Bronze-, Silver-, or Gold-level awards in each category. Also, one Gold-winning product will be awarded “Best-in-Show”.

MDEA awards have been given to nearly 450 groundbreaking products, including the AcceleDent Orthodontic System; Avedro Vedera KXS Vision Correction Device; cobas b 123 point-of-care blood gas analyzer system; Compass interchangeable modular system; Cranial Loop nonmetallic cranial fixation device for postcraniotomy bone flap fixation; DISTALOCK Intramedullary (IM) Nail and Drill System; Encircle Compression Therapy device; Inogen One G2 portable oxygen concentrator; Integrated Cycler real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) thermocycler; iO-Flex surgical system; JuggerKnot Soft Suture Anchor; Leica BOND-III immunohistochemistry and in-situ hybridization staining system; Lifeline View automated external defibrillator; LipiView Ocular Surface Interferometer; MAGPIX versatile multiplexing bioassay platform; MalleoLoc ankle orthosis; Mindray V Series Patient Monitoring System; Orascoptic Freedom cordless LED headlamp for dentists and hygienists; PleuraFlow active tube clearance system; Pronto-7 handheld noninvasive hemoglobin spot-check testing device; Propoint obturation point for use in root canal therapy; Radiant Heat Warmer (RHW) 3000 series; Selenia Dimensions tomosynthesis (3D) system; SpeediCath Compact Male intermittent catheter; Triangular Prostatic Stent; UroLift System minimally invasive device; VeinViewer Vision vascular imaging device; and the Venner A.P. Advance Video Laryngoscope.

The MDEA program is endorsed by AdvaMed; the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering; the Healthcare Technology Foundation; the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society; the Medical Device Manufacturers Association; and the National Collegiate Inventors and Innovators Alliance.

For more information on the Medical Design Excellence Awards, visit www.MDEAwards.com, e-mail mdea@ubm.com, or call 310/445-4200.

About UBM Canon
UBM Canon, the leading B-to-B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging.

Further information about UBM Canon’s business-to-business publications, trade shows, and digital media is available at www.ubmcanon.com.

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Kristine Thompson | UBM Canon | 310/996-9424 | kristine.thompson@ubm.com

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UBM Canon’s Packaging Media Group, the Worldwide Packaging Industry Leader, Expands its Business and Content Team

Oak Brook, IL (October 25, 2011) - UBM Canon announces key appointments for Packaging Digest and Pharmaceutical & Medical Packaging News, the leading resources for the global packaging industry.

Steve Everly has been promoted from Associate Publisher, Packaging Digest and R&D Directions to Brand Director, Packaging for Packaging Digest, Pharmaceutical & Medical Packaging News and Qpack, the definitive supplier search engine and sourcing platform for consumer and industrial packaged goods companies.

Everly joined UBM Canon in 2010 and has over 16 years of management experience within various markets serving consumer, research, healthcare, finance and packaging. Within the packaging market, his publication and event portfolio includes the former Food & Drug Packaging, Flexible Packaging, Brand Packaging, Contract Packaging magazines, as well as Packaging Services Expo and IoPP’s Who’s Who in Packaging.

“UBM Canon sees substantial synergies in these similar packaging markets, and we believe that Steve’s experience and managerial expertise with audience and advertisers will capitalize on the opportunities our platforms deliver,” says Stephen Corrick, Vice President & Executive Director of UBM Canon Publishing. “Our extensive portfolio provides an unparalleled focus on the packaging industry reflecting the excitement of such an innovative market around the world.”

Packaging Digest has also added a new Senior Editor, Jenni Spinner to its Content team. Spinner will track packaging design trends, report on new packaging technology, manage social media platforms and cover industry events. Before joining Packaging Digest, Spinner worked as a freelance writer since 2008 and as an editor at several trade publications before that.

“Jenni is an accomplished journalist who has worked in a number of technical fields, yet she brings a fresh perspective to packaging,” says John Kalkowski, Packaging Digest’s Editorial Director. “In addition her Internet and social media expertise will extend Packaging Digest’s highly engaged digital community.” 

Packaging Digest has a full portfolio of products lined up for 2012, including a new media and marketing planning calendar, webcasts on glass packaging solutions, global packaging outlook and sustainable packaging, a new virtual event on Driving Packaging Efficiency, continued sponsorship  with Pira International of the Sustainability in Packaging Conference and Exhibition, and ongoing development of next-generation virtual events. To learn more about Packaging Digest, visit www.packagingdigest.com.

About Packaging Digest
Packaging Digest, with nearly 50 years of service, is the premier media brand covering the packaging industry. Respected worldwide for its timely and extensive coverage of real-world packaging operations, the magazine reaches over 80,000 subscribers who comprise decision makers in engineering, operations and corporate management, as well as design and brand leaders. Through its online presence, Packaging Digest also offers expanded reach via e-newsletters, videos, webcasts and other targeted services, making this brand the vehicle of choice for those seeking to reach the $470 billion global packaging market. Packaging Digest is a media brand of UBM Canon.

About UBM Canon
UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

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