IMPERIAL SURGICAL LTD. BLANKEY AND SOLUTION WARNING CABINETS
K112702 · Imperial Surgical , Ltd. · LGZ · Mar 29, 2012 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K112702
Device Name
IMPERIAL SURGICAL LTD. BLANKEY AND SOLUTION WARNING CABINETS
Applicant
Imperial Surgical , Ltd.
Product Code
LGZ · General Hospital
Decision Date
Mar 29, 2012
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5725
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The Imperial Surgical Ltd. Blanket and Solution Warming Cabinets are designed to store and warm blankets, hospital linens, irrigation fluids and/or injection fluids in accordance with the recommended warming temperatures and storage time guidelines provided by the manufacturers of such products.
Device Story
Imperial Surgical Blanket and Solution Warming Cabinets are floor-standing, recessed, or counter-top units used in clinical environments to store and warm blankets, linens, and irrigation/injection fluids. The device utilizes a convection electric heating element with a circulating fan to maintain internal temperatures. Users select temperature ranges based on the contents (blankets, irrigation, or injection fluids). The device features an electronic temperature controller with an LED display, visual indicators for element status and alarms, and an over-temperature safety sensor that shuts off heating elements if the chamber exceeds the set temperature by 6°C. The cabinet is constructed from stainless steel or powder-coated steel, with options for solid or glass doors. Healthcare providers use the warmed items for patient care; the device ensures items are maintained at manufacturer-recommended temperatures, potentially improving patient comfort and clinical outcomes.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance testing evaluated temperature controller accuracy, heat distribution (variance +/- 1.5°C), cold-start warm-up time, door-open recovery time, and loaded capacity performance. Electrical safety was verified via CSA International certification (CSA C22.2 No. 0, 0.4, SPE-1000, UL1262).
Technological Characteristics
Materials: 18/20 gauge stainless steel or powder-coated steel. Heating: Convection electric element with circulating fan. Configuration: Single/dual compartment, wall/counter/free-standing. Controls: Electronic temp controller, LED display, neon indicators. Safety: Over-temp sensor/alarm. Standards: CSA C22.2 No. 0, 0.4, SPE-1000, UL1262. Connectivity: Standalone.
Indications for Use
Indicated for the storage and warming of blankets, hospital linens, irrigation fluids, and injection fluids in clinical settings, adhering to manufacturer-specified temperature and storage guidelines.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An infusion pump is a device used in a health care facility to pump fluids into a patient in a controlled manner. The device may use a piston pump, a roller pump, or a peristaltic pump and may be powered electrically or mechanically. The device may also operate using a constant force to propel the fluid through a narrow tube which determines the flow rate. The device may include means to detect a fault condition, such as air in, or blockage of, the infusion line and to activate an alarm.
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K112702
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# 510(k) Summary For Imperial Surgical Ltd. BLANKET and SOLUTION WARMING CABINETS
## September 14, 2011
Manufactured by: Contact Name: Address:
Tel.:
Fax:
Imperial Surgical Ltd. Suzy Bairos, Vice President 850 Halpern Ave. Dorval, Quebec Hab IGe 514-631-7988 Ext. 21 514-631-9083
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#### 1. Device Name/Codes
Device Proprietary Name:Imperial Surgical Blanket and Solution Warming Cabinets
Warming Cabinets Common/Usual Name:
Warmer, Thermal, Infusion Fluid Classification Name: LGZ Classification Code:
### 2. Predicate Device
Steris Amsco Warming Cabinet (K092823, December 12, 2009) Enthermics EC-7701 Fluid Warming Cabinet, K993797, January 20, 2000
#### 3. Description of Device
The Imperial Surgical Ltd. Blanket and Solution Warming Cabinets are designed to store and warm blankets, hospital linens, irrigation fluids and/or injection fluids in accordance with the recommended warming temperatures and storage time guidelines provided by the manufacturers of such products
The subject device is available with either single compartment or double compartment cabinets, all designed to ensure maximum storage capability. The 7000 series are made of 18 gauge stainless steel with the doors and shelves made of 20 gauge stainless steel. The 8000 series are of a similar design to the 7000 series, however the stainless steel doors have an inset double pane tempered glass to allow interior cabinet viewing. The small 9000 series are made of powder coated steel, and the doors have an inset Plexiglas also to allow interior cabinet viewing.
### 4. Intended Use
The Imperial Surgical Ltd. Blanket and Solution Warming Cabinets are designed to store and warm blankets, hospital linens, irrigation fluids and/or injection fluids in accordance with the recommended warming temperatures and storage time guidelines provided by the manufacturers of such products
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## 5. Description of Safety and Substantial Equivalence
The Imperial Surgical Ltd. Blanket and Solution Warming Cabinets are substantially equivalent to the two predicate devices in all material respects. Please refer to the table below comparing the technological characteristics of the proposed Imperial Surgical Blanket and Solution Warming Cabinets to the predicate devices.
# Summary of the Proposed Device and Predicate Devices Technological Characteristics
| Features | Imperial Surgical Ltd.<br>Blanket and Solution<br>Warming Cabinets | Amsco Warming Cabinet<br>(K092823) | EC-7701 Fluid Warming<br>Cabinet (K993797) |
|-----------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Intended Use | The Imperial Surgical Ltd.<br>Blanket and Solution<br>Warming Cabinets are<br>designed to store and warm<br>blankets, hospital linens,<br>irrigation fluids and/or<br>injection fluids in<br>accordance with the<br>recommended warming<br>temperatures and storage<br>time guidelines provided by<br>the manufacturers of such<br>products | Amsco Warming Cabinet is<br>for heating flasked solutions,<br>blankets and similar clinical<br>articles. | The Enthermics Medical<br>Systems EC-7701 Fluid<br>Warming Cabinet is<br>designed for safely store and<br>warm irrigation fluids or<br>injection fluids in accordance<br>with the recommended<br>warming temperatures and<br>storage times stated in the<br>fluid manufacturer's<br>labeling. |
| Heating System | Convection Electric heating<br>element with circulating fan | Steam heat or Electric heater<br>blanket and fan blower<br>(convection heating) | Fully insulated<br>electrothermal cable array<br>(Convection heating)<br>Usually radiant heating |
| Unit Configuration | Single / dual | Single/Dual | Single |
| Unit Depth | 22" or 28" for table top and<br>full size cabinets.<br>16" depth on count top<br>model. | 18" or 24" | 34″ |
| Model | Wall or Counter | Wall or Counter | Wall |
| Interior and Exterior<br>Surfaces | Stainless Steel interior and<br>exterior on table top and full<br>size models.<br>Counter top model made<br>with baked on powder<br>coated steel outer shell with<br>Stainless Steel interior. | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Installation | Free standing or recessed | Open-Mounted or Recessed | Free-standing (mobile) or<br>Recessed |
| Features | Imperial Surgical Ltd.<br>Blanket and Solution<br>Warming Cabinets | Amsco Warming Cabinet<br>(K092823) | EC-7701 Fluid Warming<br>Cabinet (K993797) |
| Door | Stainless steel or double<br>pane Glass set in stainless<br>steel frame on table top and<br>full size models.<br>Counter top model has<br>Plexiglas mounted on to<br>anodized aluminum door<br>frame. | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel (Glass) |
| Cabinet Storage Capacity | Dual compartment and full<br>size cabinets equipped with<br>3 stainless steel perforated<br>shelves<br>Table top model equipped<br>with 1 stainless steel<br>perforated shelf | Dual Compartment Model-<br>Two shelves:<br>15 flasks -18" upper<br>45 flasks -18" lower<br>20 flasks -24" upper<br>60 flasks -24" lower<br>Single Compartment Model-<br>One Shelf<br>15 flasks -18"<br>20 Flasks - 24" | The cabinet is equipped with<br>three (3) white epoxy-coated<br>wire baskets, each with 24<br>liter capacity. |
| Cabinet Volume | Dual compartment capacity<br>18.1 cu ft overall (4.3 cu ft<br>upper - 13.8 cu ft lower)<br>Single compartment full size<br>capacity 19.8 cu ft<br>Single compartment<br>shallow depth design<br>capacity 14.6 cu ft<br>Table top model capacity<br>7.5 cu ft<br>Table top shallow design<br>capacity 5.2 cu ft<br>Counter top version has<br>capacity of 2.0 cu ft (approx) | 18" upper chamber - 3.1 cu ft<br>24" upper chamber - 4.2 cu ft<br>18" lower chamber - 8.9 cu ft<br>24" lower chamber - 12 cu ft | Single compartment Apprx<br>7.8 cu ft internal capacity |
| Controls | Electronic temp controller<br>with LED display.<br>Illuminated power<br>switch/breaker (red)<br>Amber neon indicator for<br>Element on<br>Red neon indicator for<br>trouble | Thermostat/power<br>switch/fuse with indicating<br>light/color coded<br>temperature selector. | Electronic control consists of<br>4 digit LED display, on/off<br>keys, integrated lock feature<br>and a series of prompt<br>sequence indicators. |
| Software | N/A | N/A | Not applicable |
| Features | Imperial Surgical Ltd.<br>Blanket and Solution<br>Warming Cabinets | Amsco Warming Cabinet<br>(K092823) | EC-7701 Fluid Warming<br>Cabinet (K993797) |
| Temperature Selection<br>Range | Can be factory programmed<br>for Blankets:<br>30℃ to 71℃ (86°F to 160°F)<br>For Irrigation Fluids:<br>30℃ to 66℃ (86°F to 150°F)<br>For Injection Fluids:<br>30℃ to 40℃ (86°F to 104°F)<br>Must be specified at time of<br>ordering. | 95°F to 150°F (35°C to 65°C) | 90°F to (32°C) to 150°F to<br>(66°C) |
| Temperature Lock | Settings are factory set and<br>locked. The device can be<br>unlocked in the field and<br>user can change settings if<br>they wish to. | N/A | The device allows the user to<br>"lock" the mode (IRR or INJ)<br>and temperature setting<br>controls. |
| Door Lock | Not available | Available by SSQ (Special<br>Sales Quote) only. | Available as an option |
| Over Temperature Alarm<br>Point | Visual alarm if chamber<br>temperature exceeds 6℃<br>above set temperature.<br>Internal sensor shuts off<br>heating elements when over<br>temperature occurs | Visual alarm if unit has a<br>chamber temperature greater<br>than 12°F above set<br>temperature. In the event of<br>an over temp condition,<br>sensors automatically turns<br>off the heather (s). | Visual and audible alarm if<br>unit has a chamber<br>temperature greater than<br>10°F (5.5°C) above set<br>temperature. In the event f<br>an over temp condition, the<br>heating system shuts down. |
| Voltage Requirements | 120VAC 60Hz | Electric Model: 110/120 Vac,<br>220/240 Vac nominal, 50/60<br>HZ. Steam Model: 120 Vac<br>single phase. | 125 Vac, 60 Hz, 1 ph |
IMPERIAL SURGICAL LTD. 850 Halpem Ave.. Darval. Quebec, H9P 1G6 Canada Toll Free (800) 661-5432 • T.514.631.7988 • F.514.631.9083 • Web: www.surgmed.com
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350 Halpern Ave., Dorval, Quebec, H9P 1G6 Canada
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Toll Free (800) 661-5432 • T.514.631.7988 • F.514.631.9083 • Web: www.surgmed.com
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# 6. Substantial Equivalent Assessment of non-clinical performance data.
The Imperial Surgical Ltd. Blanket and Solution Warming Cabinets have been tested to confirm they are safe and effective for their intended use. The following safety and functional tests have been performed:
Electrical safety is demonstrated as each unit is field certified by CSA International using CSA Standard(s) C22.2 No(s). 0,0.4 as a guide and SPE-1000, UL1262, US Field Evaluation.
Performance testing has been conducted to evaluate the following:
- accuracy of the temperature controller ●
- even distribution of heat throughout the cabinet with limited temperature variance, and . with multiple temperature readings within the accepted temperature variance of +/- 1.5ºC.
- how quickly the cabinet will reach the desired temperature setting from a cold start. .
- the recovery time required when the cabinet door is opened repeatedly for the . temperature to return to the desired setting.
- time required for the cabinet to achieve the desired temperature setting loaded to 3/4 of ● its capacity (typical load expected during operation).
All tests met the expected specifications for the device. It is concluded that the electrical safety and performance testing conducted support the safety and effectiveness of the Imperial Surgical Ltd. Blanket and Solution Warming Cabinets.
### 7. Conclusion
Based on the information provided in this 510(k) premarket notification, the Imperial Surgical Ltd. Blanket and Solution Warming Cabinets are substantially equivalent in terms of safety and effectiveness to the predicate devices identified above.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Imperial Surgical Limited C/O Ms. Kathryn Ronalds Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs (Devices) CanReg Incorporation 4 Innovation Drive Dundas CANADA L9H 7P3
MAR 2 9 2012
Re: K112702
Trade/Device Name: Blanket and Solution Warming Cabinets Regulation Number: Unclassified Regulation Name: None Regulatory Class: Unclassified Product Code: LGZ Dated: March 21, 2012 Received: March 22, 2012
Dear Ms. Ronalds:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices /ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
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Anthony D. Watson, B.S., M.S., M.B.A. Director
Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# INDICATIONS FOR USE
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Indications for Use:
The Imperial Surgical Ltd. Blanket and Solution Warming Cabinets are designed to store and warm blankets, hospital linens, irrigation fluids and/or injection fluids in accordance with the recommended warming temperatures and storage time guidelines provided by the manufacturers of such products.
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