1) Are Blue Diamond Gel Products latex/silicone free? |
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Yes, all Blue Diamond Gel products are Latex/Silicone free |
2) Can Blue Diamond Gel Products be repaired? |
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Yes, Blue Diamond Gel Products can be repaired. They are a solid material that will not leak, ooze or evaporate. |
3) How can we clean Blue Diamond Gel Products? |
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The best option is to use the same disinfectant/surface cleaner you use on your OR table pads. |
4) Can Blue Diamond Gel Products be heated or cooled? |
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Yes they can. We have a recommended protocol sheet that we can e-mail or fax. We suggest a blanket warmer or warm water ( not boiling ) for heating, and for cooling a refrigerator or freezer will suffice. CAUTION!!! Do not allow direct skin contact with either extreme. |
5) What are some key benefits of using Blue Diamond Gel Positioners vs. foam? |
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• Gel will support the patient evenly across the horizontal plain on which the patient is lying, whereas foam will breakdown over an extended period of time.
• Blue Diamond Gel is designed to simulate human fatty tissue composition, foam does not exhibit these properties.
• Gel Reduces shear and friction that contributes to skin breakdown and the formation of ducubitae.
• Our Blue Diamond Gel is reusable (cost effective), vs. disposable.
• Our Gel is repairable, whereas foam would need to be disposed of if ripped.
• Blue Diamond Gel pads are Anti-microbial and Anti-bacterial.
• Blue Diamond Gel pads and positioners are manufactured with a ¼ inch continuous seal to the outer edge of the product to eliminate the chance for contaminants to collect between the gel skin. |
6) Are Blue Diamond Gel products used only for the medical industry? |
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No. Our Gel products can be and are used in many different industries, such as Equestrian, Bedding, Beauty Salons, Motorcycle and Shoe industry. The gel exhibits tremendous cushioning and dampening properties that can benefit many applications. If you have an application in which our Blue Diamond Gel might be used, please contact us at 800.804.0333. |
7) Are Blue Diamond Gel products available in custom sizes? |
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Yes. David Scott Company is the manufacturer of Blue Diamond Gel products. If you are interested in a custom size, please contact us at 800.804.0333 and we will be happy to work with you on your project. |
8) If I can't find an item on your Website, does that mean you do not sell that item? |
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No. In fact we sell thousands of products and could not possibly list them all on our Website. With over 30 years experience in the medical industry, we have established on-going relationships with the other top product manufacturers. Please call us at 800.804.0333 or email us ( customerservice@davidscottco.com ) for product availability and pricing. |
9) Does David Scott Company sell products internationally? |
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Yes, our products are sold in more than 25 countries. We would be more than happy to direct you towards a dealer in your country, or establish a working distribution channel in your country. |
