How is your business helping to solve the health, social, or economic challenges created by COVID19?
Our device is considered a “bridge ventilator” that allows hospitals to expand their capacity to care for patients needing invasive mechanical ventilation in emergency situations and reallocate conventional ventilators for patients with more sophisticated needs.While some hospitals can purchase expensive ICU ventilators, countries and healthcare systems without that purchasing power have fewer ventilators, smaller stockpiles, and limited access to critical equipment. Spiro Wave provides the minimal essential ventilation functions necessary using fewer parts and available materials, creating a viable, low-cost option hospitals worldwide.
Does your business contribute most to recovery, response, or resilience?
Resilience - we're improving the broader infrastructure for responding to pandemic outbreaks.,Recovery - we're positioned to support in the recovery of those directly affected.,Response - we're responding directly to issues caused or exacerbated by the COVID-19 outbreak.
What is the stage of your product development?
I have a market ready product/service. I have sold to customers.
What strengths does your team bring? Include skills and personal experience with the problem.
Design for manufacturing, product development, manufacturing, business development, partnership. We have experience with all of the above.
What countries do you operate in?
United States. Having discussions with many countries.
Is your company headquartered in a US "Opportunity Zone"?
Yes
