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Acculan 3Ti Satisfies Demand for Reliable, Precise and Powerful Battery-operated Surgical Motor System

The durability of a battery powered motor system depends decisively on the reliability of the battery pack. In the Acculan 3Ti the electronics control is held within the detachable battery pack, which avoids steam sterilization of the heat-sensitive battery cells and electronic components, thus extending the lifetime of the battery and reducing the hospital's operational costs. This principle, combined with the titanium and stainless steel housing, makes the system long lasting and reliable.

With its peak power of 250 watts and novel motor and control concept the Acculan 3Ti offers the kind of performance previously found only in pneumatic or cable systems. Operation modes of the Acculan 3Ti include: drill mode clockwise, drill mode counterclockwise, oscillating and tapping mode. The battery charger automatically checks the condition of the battery after each charging cycle and indicates when a battery shows declining performance and should be replaced. If necessary the non-sterile battery pack can easily be changed by means of a sterile funnel during an ongoing surgery.

Due to the ergonomic shape the machines have an excellent weight balance and offer the surgeon optimized handling characteristics. The Acculan 3Ti is easy to operate, especially with its intuitive quick connect coupling mechanism for the exchange of attachments and saw blades. "Aesculap pioneered the concept of the non-sterile battery and has the most experience with this technology in the market. The battery compartment is completely sealed to the outer environment which allows for the product to be operated even if completely immersed underwater," said Sergej Kammerzell, Product Manager for Acculan at Aesculap.

About Aesculap Implant Systems, LLC

Aesculap was founded in 1867 in Tuttlingen, Germany and has grown into the largest and one of the most respected manufacturers of surgical instruments in the world. Over the years, Aesculap has continued to evolve into a diversified healthcare corporation by focusing its expertise in the areas of orthopaedics, spinal implants, neurosurgery and vascular systems and sutures.

In order to be more responsive to its growing customer base in spine and orthopaedics, Aesculap, Inc. formed a new company, Aesculap Implant Systems, LLC. This new company will focus on these unique markets allowing for greater innovation and customer service. Aesculap Implant Systems maintains a surgeon/patient focus with the goal of improved operative procedures and patient outcomes leading to an improved quality of life. For more information about Aesculap Implant Systems or its medical products, call 800-234-9179, email us at info@aesculap.com or visit www.AesculapImplantSystems.com.

About B. Braun

Since its founding in 1839, B. Braun has built an unparalleled store of knowledge and expertise in delivering innovative healthcare products, medical devices and programs that enhance both patient and health-professional safety. Its 30,000 employees worldwide are proud of their commitment to translating customer needs into products with unmatched quality, superior technology, cost-effectiveness and environmental responsibility.

Through its "Sharing Expertise" initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services. For more information about B. Braun or its safety healthcare products, call 800-854-6851, email us at inquiry@bbraun.com or visit www.bbraunusa.com.

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Aesculap Implant Systems, LLC
Sergej Kammerzell
Product Manager
1-800-234-9179
sergej.kammerzell@aesculap.com