Manta rays are found near the coasts of tropical and subtropical oceans at depths up to 150 metres. These large rays are the stars of the reefs there.

Although little research had been done on this species until recently, we now know that manta rays are an extremely social breed of comparably high intelligence. For example, their brains are considerably larger than those of sharks and this allows complex movement and a diversity of sensations.

They glide over the riffs totally relaxed, confident and self-assured. In their search for plankton they are quick as lightning combined with technical excellence despite their size – dead on target, even under extreme conditions. The same as our new high performance needle.

MANTAThe family of tree frogs is one of the most diverse among the class of amphibians. At present, some 800 species of these largely climbing amphibians are known. The animals cling to various surfaces with the undersides of their extremities and moist underbelly by adhesion. As they also have rounded toe and finger pads this makes tree frogs exceptional climbers.

Even absolutely smooth surfaces do not represent a problem. The flexible distal phalanx of the "frog fingers" is pressed against the surface and fixated through slight contraction.

A number of different substructures can be seen on the suction pads under the scanning electron microscope, and their complex interplay gives these small animals amazing grip.

Of course our frog valves cannot climb, but they do adhere firmly and seal reliably once they have been attached to the working channel of an endoscope - and they are green, too.

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The birds with their characteristic plumage and graceful allure are indigenous to Africa, southwest Asia as well as south, central and north America. In recent decades, flamingos have also been observed in the Netherlands and the north of France.

Alkaline or salty lakes with water often contain-ing large quantities of fluorides, sulphates, chlo-rides or salts, are the ideal habitat for flamingos. They even drink the water and live off the

organisms present there. Only few vertebrates can cope with these types of conditions.

And even if scientists differentiate between up to six different species, all flamingos have one thing in common: their colourful plumage, a highly specialised beak and an extremely flexible neck with 17 cervical vertebrae. A characteristic which makes this interesting bird the perfect eponym for our Flamingo.

FLAMINGO From coral reefs to algal beds, mud and sand - the most intelligent mollusc can be found in all oceans and a variety of habitats. Not only is it flexible in terms of its habitat, but its structure allows it to squeeze through openings no larger than its eye.

Octopuses have an extremely highly developed nervous system which allows them to move their tentacles independent from the brain. In a way this closely resembles the arms of vertebrates - many octopuses even have a specific arm they

tend to use more often (similar to humans).

The clever mollusc holds its prey firmly with its suction pads and passes it into its open mouth leaving no room for escape. The octopus acts with confidence, extreme flexibility and extraordinary precision - the same as our foreign body retrieval nets.

OCTOPUSmedwork goes wildlife.

Dear customers,

We have set ourselves two major objectives for our latest product developments:

_ to develop customised solutions for your daily clinical routine and_ to find names which describe these products perfectly.

And yes, we must admit:You should be able to remember these names easily!Simpler, easier to remember, more customer-oriented.Last but not least, this is the reason why this brochure gives you insights on some of themajor characteristics of the eponyms for our four novelties.

For you and everyone who believes in focusing on the essentials:for mindful people.

With best regardsYour medwork Team

PS: as part of our new brand image we are planning further interesting product scenarios.You can look forward to an exciting year 2016 - and that is a promise.

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Product code Order number Characteristics Unit

VAL1-F1-100 502484 Biopsy valve for Olympus and Fujifilm endoscopes 100

VAL1-P1-100 502485 Biopsy valve for Pentax endoscope 100

Grips as tight as a frog's suction pad: the novel Frog Biopsy Valve seals especially tight, yet remains easy to open and close.

Less friction allows quicker and less complicated insertion of instruments. Supplied in a practical, space saving dispenser with mounting option.

Protects and seals tight!

Product code Order number Characteristics Needle ø | Length Length Working channel ø Unit

INJ1-A3-05-5-18-240 502488 Latching mechanism, distal needle guide, suitable with Histoacryl 0.5 mm | 5 mm 240 cm 2.0 mm 5

INJ1-A3-07-5-18-240 502487 Latching mechanism, distal needle guide, suitable with Histoacryl 0.7 mm | 5 mm 240 cm 2.0 mm 5

Follows every curve: the flexible Manta injection needle even finds its way through highly convoluted regions of the body and yet retains its extreme precision.

Maximum kink-resistance, single handed operation and the unique needle design make the injection of fluids easier.

Impressive precision in extreme positions!

FLAMINGO

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Inspired by nature, extremly versatile and effective: The novel Flamingo-kit – a system to meet the therapeutic challenges of the buried-bumper syndrome.

A simple yet precise excision of the PEG´s retaining plate, thanks to the unique cutting wire design, which allows multidimensional cutting.

Buried-bumper syndrome? Complete flexibility!

Product code Order number Characteristics Cutting length Length Accepted Guide Wire Unit

POL3-P1-40-30-30 502490 Flamingo Set consisting of:Flamingo for 15Fr-PEG probe (2 lumens, , rotatable,OL power connection),Forceps for foreign body removal and a guide wire

6/10 mm 30 cm .035“ 1

40% lower injection resistance

Precise and kink-resistant needle activation

Easy handling due to single hand operationEasy to open and close

Optimised tightness

Less frictionAccurate positioning facilitates the star-shaped incision of the mucosa

Multidimensional cutting for precise excision of the retaining plate

Product code Order number Characteristics Volume net Length Working channel ø Unit

FOR1-N1-30-220 502479 Oval 6 cm³ 220 cm 2.8 mm 5

FOR1-N1-40-220*2 502480 Reservoir function 8 cm³ 220 cm 2.8 mm 5

FOR1-N2-30-220 502481 Kite 6 cm³ 220 cm 2.8 mm 5

FOR1-N3-30-220*1 502482 Kite, rotatable 6 cm³ 220 cm 2.8 mm 5

There is no escape: the new Octopus retrieval net takes on polyps and foreign bodies. And ensures their reliable removal.

Versatility in use, it can be used for several foreign bodies – due to its reservoir function. Direct rotatability and a high degree of flexibility facilitate the process.

High volume!

OCTOPUS

For polyps & foreign bodies

Direct rotatability*1

Unique net shape with reservoir*2