BiomedRx
Biomedical Equipment Preventive Maintenance
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Devin Lockett
Biomedical Equipment Field Service

Biomedical Equipment Preventive Maintenance




Welcome to BiomedRx, your trusted provider of comprehensive biomedical equipment preventive maintenance services. We understand the critical role that preventive maintenance plays in maximizing the performance, reliability, and lifespan of your valuable biomedical equipment. With our expertise and meticulous approach, we ensure that your equipment remains in optimal condition, minimizing downtime and reducing the risk of costly repairs.

The Importance of Biomedical Equipment Preventive Maintenance

Preventive maintenance is a proactive approach to equipment maintenance that involves regular inspections, calibrations, and maintenance tasks to prevent potential issues and maintain optimal performance. Here's why preventive maintenance is crucial:

  • Minimize Equipment Failures: Regular inspections and maintenance help identify and address potential issues before they escalate into major equipment failures. By detecting and resolving problems early on, you can prevent unexpected breakdowns and minimize equipment downtime.
  • Prolong Equipment Lifespan: Proper preventive maintenance extends the lifespan of your biomedical equipment. By addressing wear and tear, calibrating components, and performing necessary adjustments, you can ensure that your equipment operates at its best for a longer period, delaying the need for costly replacements.
  • Ensure Accuracy and Reliability: Biomedical equipment requires precise measurements and reliable performance. Regular preventive maintenance includes calibrations and accuracy verifications to ensure that your equipment provides accurate results, reducing the risk of errors or compromised patient care.
  • Maintain Regulatory Compliance: Biomedical equipment is subject to various regulatory standards and guidelines. Regular preventive maintenance helps ensure that your equipment meets these requirements, keeping you in compliance with industry regulations and avoiding potential penalties.
  • Enhance Patient Safety: Biomedical equipment is critical in delivering quality patient care. By conducting preventive maintenance, you reduce the risk of equipment malfunctions that could potentially harm patients. This helps maintain a safe healthcare environment and ensures the well-being of your patients.
  • Optimize Cost Efficiency: Investing in preventive maintenance is a cost-effective approach. By addressing small issues early on, you can prevent them from escalating into larger, more expensive problems. Regular maintenance also helps reduce the need for emergency repairs or equipment replacements, saving you both time and money.

BiomedRx Biomedical Equipment Preventive Maintenance Services

At BiomedRx, we offer comprehensive preventive maintenance services tailored to meet the unique needs of your biomedical equipment. Our services include:

1. Inspection and Assessment

Our highly skilled technicians perform thorough inspections of your biomedical equipment to identify any potential issues or signs of wear. They assess equipment functionality, performance, and safety, documenting their findings for further analysis and action.

2. Calibration and Accuracy Verification

Accurate calibration is vital for the precise functioning of biomedical equipment. We conduct precise calibrations using advanced calibration tools and techniques to ensure that your equipment provides accurate measurements and reliable results. We also perform accuracy verifications to validate the equipment's performance.

3. Preventive Maintenance Tasks

We execute a range of preventive maintenance tasks, including cleaning, lubrication, component replacements, and adjustments. Our technicians follow manufacturer guidelines and industry best practices to maintain your equipment's optimal performance and minimize the risk of failures.

4. Performance Testing and Functional Checks

Performance testing and functional checks are integral parts of our preventive maintenance services. We conduct rigorous tests and checks to ensure that your equipment operates as intended, meets performance standards, and adheres to regulatory requirements.

5. Software/Firmware Updates

Many biomedical equipment models require regular software or firmware updates to maintain compatibility, security, and performance. Our technicians are well-versed in performing these updates, ensuring that your equipment remains up to date and functions optimally.

6. Documentation and Reporting

We maintain comprehensive documentation and reports of all preventive maintenance activities. This includes service records, calibration certificates, equipment history, and compliance documentation. Our documentation provides valuable insights, aids in compliance tracking, and supports audit requirements.

Benefits of Choosing BiomedRx for Biomedical Equipment Preventive Maintenance

When you partner with BiomedRx for your biomedical equipment preventive maintenance needs, you can expect the following benefits:

  • Expertise and Experience: Our team of skilled technicians has extensive experience in maintaining a wide range of biomedical equipment. They stay updated with the latest industry advancements and follow best practices to deliver high-quality maintenance services.
  • Customized Maintenance Programs: We understand that each facility and equipment type has unique requirements. Our preventive maintenance programs are tailored to address your specific needs, considering equipment usage, manufacturer recommendations, and compliance standards.
  • Timely and Efficient Service: We prioritize timely service delivery to minimize disruptions to your operations. Our technicians work efficiently to complete maintenance tasks within agreed-upon timelines, ensuring that your equipment is back in operation quickly.
  • Compliance and Regulatory Adherence: We adhere to industry regulations and guidelines to ensure that your equipment remains compliant. Our preventive maintenance practices align with manufacturer recommendations and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Cost Savings: By investing in preventive maintenance, you can save on costly repairs and equipment replacements. Regular maintenance helps identify and address potential issues before they become major problems, reducing the risk of unexpected breakdowns and associated expenses.
  • Minimized Downtime: Our proactive approach helps minimize unexpected equipment downtime. By detecting and resolving issues early on, we help ensure that your equipment remains operational, minimizing disruptions to your workflow and patient care.
  • Comprehensive Documentation: We maintain detailed documentation of all preventive maintenance activities. This documentation serves as a valuable resource for compliance tracking, equipment history, audit purposes, and informed decision-making.
  • Technical Support: Our dedicated support team is available to address any technical inquiries or concerns you may have. We provide ongoing technical assistance to ensure that your equipment operates optimally and meets your performance expectations.

Choose BiomedRx as your trusted resource for comprehensive biomedical equipment preventive maintenance services. With our expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence, we help you optimize the performance, reliability, and longevity of your valuable biomedical equipment.

Contact us today to learn more about our preventive maintenance services and discuss how we can tailor a maintenance program to meet your specific needs.

Biomedical equipment preventive maintenance (PM) is the process of regularly inspecting, cleaning, and calibrating medical equipment to ensure that it is functioning correctly and safely. The goal of PM is to prevent equipment breakdowns and prolong the lifespan of equipment. This can include both scheduled maintenance and preventative measures such as software updates and upgrades.

Scheduled maintenance: Scheduled maintenance is an important aspect of PM. This includes regular inspections, cleaning, and calibrations of equipment to ensure that it is functioning correctly and safely. Scheduled maintenance can also include software updates and upgrades, as well as the replacement of worn or damaged parts. Regular maintenance can help to prevent equipment breakdowns and prolong the lifespan of equipment.

Preventive measures: Preventive measures are another important aspect of PM. This includes implementing procedures to prevent equipment breakdowns, such as regular cleaning and disinfection, as well as monitoring equipment usage and wear. Other preventative measures can include performing software updates and upgrades, as well as training staff on how to properly use and care for equipment.

Regulatory compliance: PM is also important for regulatory compliance. Many countries have regulations in place that require medical equipment to be maintained, repaired, and serviced on a regular basis. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in fines and penalties. Biomedical equipment technicians are trained to ensure that equipment is in compliance with these regulations.

Cost savings: Regular PM can also result in cost savings. If equipment is not properly maintained, it can break down more frequently, resulting in increased maintenance costs. Additionally, regular PM can prolong the lifespan of equipment, resulting in cost savings over time.

PM frequency: The frequency of PM depends on the type of equipment and the environment in which it is used. For example, equipment used in a critical care setting will typically require more frequent PM than equipment used in a laboratory setting. Additionally, equipment that is subject to frequent use, such as a blood glucose meter, will require more frequent PM than equipment that is used less frequently.

PM procedures: The procedures for biomedical equipment PM vary depending on the type of equipment. For example, a blood glucose meter will require a different PM procedure than an electrocardiograph. The manufacturer's instructions should be followed when performing biomedical equipment PM.

In conclusion, biomedical equipment preventive maintenance (PM) is the process of regularly inspecting, cleaning, and calibrating medical equipment to ensure that it is functioning correctly and safely. The goal of PM is to prevent equipment breakdowns and prolong the lifespan of equipment. This can include both scheduled maintenance and preventative measures such as software updates and upgrades, regular cleaning and disinfection, as well as monitoring equipment usage and wear. Biomedical equipment technicians are trained to ensure that equipment is in compliance with regulatory standards and the manufacturer's instructions should be followed when performing biomedical equipment PM. Regular PM can also result in cost savings, as it can prevent equipment breakdowns and prolong the lifespan of equipment. The frequency of PM depends on the type of equipment and the environment in which it is used.



Biomedical Equipment Preventive Maintenance

Biomedical Equipment Preventive Maintenance

BiomedRx is a healthcare technology solutions company. BiomedRx is involved in many areas of healthcare. Our primary business model is one of providing biomedical engineering services for healthcare providers and medical equipment manufacturers.
BiomedRx provides biomedical equipment maintenance and documentation services, including, but not limited to:
  • Medical equipment repair
  • Installation
  • Calibration Verification
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Electrical Safety Inspection
  • Applications Assistance and In-Service Education
  • Inspection and recertification of Isolated Power Systems and Line Isolation Monitors
  • Service documentation that ensures compliance with the Joint Commission for the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations Environment of Care standards, CAP, OSHA, AHA, FDA-SMDA, NFPA99, and all governmental regulations.
  • A simple, consolidated service solution, covering all diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment used in a healthcare setting.
BiomedRx provides healthcare technology management services to:
  • Hospitals
  • Surgery Centers
  • Imaging Centers
  • Scientific Laboratories
  • Dialysis Centers
  • Health Clinics
  • Wineries and Breweries
  • Movie and Television Production Studios
  • Anywhere Medical Equipment is used
BiomedRx Healthcare Technology Management services are competitively priced:
  • $150.00 per hour for biomedical equipment maintenance services, and travel.
  • $200.00 per our for dialysis equipment maintenance services.
  • $250.00 per hour for scientific laboratory equipment maintenance services.
  • $300.00 per hour for medical imaging (X-Ray) equipment maintenance services.
  • $350.00 per hour for anesthesia equipment maintenance services.
  • $450.00 per system for isolated power system inspection and recertification services.
  • Call us for special pricing arrangements on a per-project basis.
Yes. BiomedRx service agreements are priced to save our clients money. Basically, service agreements are priced based upon the equipment inventory of the facility, and the anticipated service hours expected for completing repairs and preventative maintenance/calibration/electrical safety inspections.

Service contract customers also recieve the added benefit of having the equipment inventory indexed and entered into our computerized maintenance management program. This program monitors and cotrols the scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of each equipment item and tracks service costs and malfunction trends.

Contract customers also receive in-service education and applications assistance to reduce repeat failures due to user error.

BiomedRx guarantees a 4-hour telephone response and a 24-hour in-person response on all unscheduled service events.
Yes. Regulatory compliance is a BiomedRx primary consulting and service objective. Our equipment management program is designed to streamline biomedical maintenance operations, while ensuring that your facility maintains compliance with:
  • The Joint Commission for the Accreditation of Healthcare Facilities Environment of Care standards.
  • The National Fire Protection Association publication NFPA99 (the Fire Code) governing electrical safety in healthcare facilities.
  • The College of American Pathologists protocols and guidelines.
  • The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and regulations.
  • The AAMI Standard, published by The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation.
  • The American Hospital Association publication Maintenance management for Medical Equipment.
  • The American Society for Healthcare Engineers publication Risk Assesment of Medical Equipment.
  • All governmental licensing regulations.
The BiomedRx Institute offers training and education in biomedical engineering and healthcare technology management. BiomedRx service representatives provide in-service education and training to your clinical staff on every service call. This practice has been found to significantly reduce repeat unscheduled services calls caused by operator error.

Healthcare facilities that have a biomedical equipment maintenance staff benefit from BiomedRx in-field training services, which are designed to empower facilities to eliminate expensive manufacturer service contracts, and return equipment presently under contract to maintenance coverage by your biomed staff.
BiomedRx adheres to the highest standard of service in the medical device industry by providing online service reports, including pictures and video.

In addition to standard printable reports, our digital reports have proven invaluable for communicating equipment malfunctions and identifying repair parts with manufacturer customer support and tech support representatives. A picture is worth a thousand words, and video is worth even more. BiomedRx service representatives are encourage to use their smart phones 'smartly' to empower their service performance.
BiomedRx represents your 'One Stop Shop' for healthcare technology management services because:
  • BiomedRx provides a consolidated support solution for all biomedical, anesthesia, dialysis, medical imaging, scientific laboratory, and computer equipment.
  • BiomedRx service prices are the most competitive in the industry.
  • The BiomedRx Equipment Management Program ensures compliance with the JOint Commission, CAP, OSHA, NFPA99, and all governmental regulatory agencies.
  • BiomedRx offers a 4-hour telephone response and a 24-hour in-person response on all service calls.
  • In-service education and applications assistance to your clinical staff to avoid repeat malfunctions.
  • 24-hour telephone technical support.
BiomedRx offers an outsourced field service solution for medical device manufacturers. This service is especially advantageous for emerging and foreign manufacturers that do not yet have a service footprint in the Western Hemisphere. Our service empowers manufacturers to sell or place medical devices confidently, knowing that BiomedRx will represent your organization in warranty and service contract relationships.
BiomedRx service and network representatives are prepared to represent your organization with such services as:
  • Medical equipment installation and de-installation
  • Repairs
  • Preventative Maintenance Inspections
  • Calibration Verification
  • Electrical Safety Inspection
  • Applications Assitance and In-Service Education
  • Feedback to design engineers on design issues and recurring out-of-the-box malfunctions
BiomedRx provides service coverage in all 50 stated in the United States, plus Canada, and throughout Latin American and the Caribbean. The BiomedRx Service Network covers the entire Western Hemisphere.

The BiomedRx Service Network is a consortium of Independent Service Organizations that work as a cohesive unit, providing field service operations for medical device manufacturers.
BiomedRx services all modalities of diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment, including biomedical, anesthesia, medical imaging, dialysis, and scientific laboratory equipment.
Yes. BiomedRx service representatives provide feedback to your design and quality control engineers on design issues, as well as repeat out-of-the-box failures that may occur in the field.
Definitely. BiomedRx representatives provide applications assistance and in-service education to clinical staff in the proper operation and care of your medical devices.
Once a service agreement is established, one or two BiomedRx representatives will attend service training at your manufacturing or training facility. Once trained, we will provide this service training to BiomedRx Service Network members at the BiomeRx Institute in Southern California.
BiomedRx selects independent service organizations for our international service network through a rigorous vetting process, that includes testing and verificatio of credentials, followed by extensive training at the BiomedRx Institute.
Independent service organizations that desire to join the BiomedRx Service Network are encouraged to submit an expression of interest via the email link on this website. This email should include copies of all training certificates and educational transcripts/diplomas. They will then be contacted by a BiomedRx representative to continue the vetting and training process for onboarding.
BiomedRx adheres to the highest standard of service in the medical device industry by providing online service reports, including pictures and video.

In addition to standard printable reports, our digital reports have proven invaluable for communicating equipment malfunctions and identifying repair parts with manufacturer customer support and tech support representatives. A picture is worth a thousand words, and video is worth even more. BiomedRx service representatives are encourage to use their smart phones 'smartly' to empower their service performance.

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Testimonials



Biomedical Equipment Preventive Maintenance

"For the past 30 years, BiomedRx has been the only company we trust to provide repair, calibration, and preventive maintenance services on our medical equipment assets. BiomedRx technicians are knowledgeable about every modality of diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment."

- Charles Long M.D.




Biomedical Equipment Preventive Maintenance

"BiomedRx technicians provide our surgery center with excellent biomedical equipment maintenance services. They have a quick response time, and are willing to schedule service after hours. We highly recommend BiomedRx for your medical equipment repair and maintenance needs."

- Barbara Stevens R.N.




Biomedical Equipment Preventive Maintenance

"BiomedRx takes care of our medical device installation, repair, calibration, and preventative maintenance inspections. They also do our annual inspection and recertification of isolated power systems and line isolation monitors. We are very happy with BiomedRx service."

- John Butler, Facility Administrator

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8306 Wilshire Blvd.
Suite 777
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Phone: (424) 204-2382

Email: info@biomedrx.com

How to get service

Please provide us with an Excel file with the inventory of medical equipment in use in your facility, and we will provide you with a quote for annual preventative maintenance and repair service.
We also provide field service operations for medical device manufacturers.

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