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WHO allow publication of bird flu research

admin — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:01:15 +0000

After months of controversy, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has decided to allow the publication of controversial research into bird flu. There were calls for the research to be kept secret, but the WHO has decided it is in the public interest to release it. For more information on the decision, and to see if you agree, click here.

First confirmed outbreak of H5N1 in Australia for 15 years

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:34:13 +0000

In Victoria, authorities are working to contain the first confirmed outbreak of the avian flu in Australia for 15 years. Twenty-five thousand ducks are being killed at a farm north of Melbourne after the virus was detected there last week. For more information, click here.

Experts suggest that Bird Flu pandemic is possible

admin — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:20:03 +0000

Concerns about avian influenza have risen in Asia in recent months, and the latest fatality in Indonesia has prompted experts to suggest that a pandemic is now a real possibility. The biggest fear is that it could mutate into a form easily transmissible between humans, with the potential to kill millions in a pandemic. For more information, please click here.

IREMA exhibits at Medica 2011

irema — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 08:57:48 +0000

IREMA Ireland will be exhibiting at the upcoming MEDICA trade fair to be held in Dusseldorf from 16-19 November 2011. Come and meet IREMA personnel on in Hall 5, Stand J02.

Irema now offers pre-Welded Rolls

admin — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 11:35:07 +0000

For customers who do not have the capability of making filter pockets themselves, Irema is delighted to offer pre-Welded Rolls of Micro 2000 Plus media that are ultrasonically welded and ready for cutting into pockets. For more information please click here.

Lean Manufacturing Implementation

admin — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 16:17:49 +0000

Irema has recently implemented “Lean Manufacturing” at its production facility. The “Lean” system based on the original Toyota system been implemented throughout all aspects of the business to ensure that Irema has complete focus on all their customers’ requirements.

All facets of the business are monitored and recorded to ensure “goals and objectives” are achieved with action plans in place for further improvements.

In addition to the “Lean Tools” such as the “Visual Factory” and the systematic approach to identifying and eliminating waste, Irema has also introduced comprehensive training for all staff to ensure that there is uniformed approach to continuous improvement and a full understanding of all the “Lean” tools used to enhance the performance of the company. This training some of which is through the Irish Medical Devices Association (IMDA) has given a greater focus and awareness of what the company is looking to achieve, with the added bonus of staff input into resolving many of the issues.

The improvements through the “Lean” process and training form part of the company’s strategy over the next few years to ensure that Irema remains a major supplier of Surgical Face Masks for the Global Mask Business.

Irema establishes a manufacturing base in Thailand

admin — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 16:16:57 +0000

Irema Ireland, a manufacturer of disposable face masks for medical, dental and clean room applications, has announced the establishment of Irema (Thailand) Co. Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary. Operating from a 10,000 sq.m facility in Sumut Sahkron, south of Bangkok, Irema Thailand will operate as a satellite manufacturing facility for Irema Ireland.
Announcing this expansion of its manufacturing base, the company will now have two production lines in Thailand in addition to the six production lines in its factory in Ireland. This expansion provides Irema with the opportunity to further develop its market presence in Asia and the Americas.