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In the Business of Saving Lives Michigan Instruments, Inc.

has designed and manufactured specialized medical equipment related to the fields of cardiovascular medicine, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and respiratory therapy since the early 1960s. The company has built a reputation for products of unexcelled quality, which has earned the respect and loyalty of thousands of customers, associates, and medical professionals throughout the world. Michigan Instruments has built a strong foundation for growth based on the dedication of our staff, a close relationship with the medical community, and a company wide commitment to produce the highest quality products.

02/27/2026

Lung cancer in people who have never smoked now represents a significant and growing share of global cases.

A recent review from researchers at UCL (University College London) calls for increased research, screening, and risk-based assessment for lung cancer in never-smokers. As smoking rates decline, this group accounts for a larger proportion of diagnoses, yet screening programs still focus primarily on smoking history.

Key concerns include:

• Later diagnosis due to lack of screening pathways
• Distinct biology compared to smoking-related lung cancer
• Emerging risk factors such as genetics, air pollution, radon, and clonal hematopoiesis
• Different treatment responses, including lower effectiveness of some immunotherapies

Researchers argue that lung cancer in never-smokers should be treated as a distinct clinical category, with dedicated study and updated screening strategies.

As our understanding of respiratory disease evolves, early detection and risk-based screening become increasingly important.

Read more from UCL 👉 https://bit.ly/4rlhasd

02/25/2026

When you’re calibrating a ventilator, stability matters.

Biomedical teams need lung mechanics that behave predictably across repeated tests. If compliance drifts or resistance isn’t consistent, measurements lose value.

TTL® Training Test Lungs provide:

• Adjustable compliance and resistance
• Measurable lung volumes and airway pressures
• Dynamic response to ventilation
• Mechanical simulation without electronic complexity

Each unit is fully calibrated at manufacture and designed for repeatable performance in hospital labs, service departments, and R&D environments.

Reliable simulation supports reliable data.

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/3MoRWtR

02/23/2026

CPR fatigue is real.

Even experienced clinicians struggle to maintain consistent depth and rate during long resuscitations. Rotations help, but interruptions and variability can still impact compression quality.

Automated CPR supports hospital teams by:

• Reducing hands-off time during transitions
• Delivering consistent, guideline-aligned compressions
• Maintaining performance during extended codes
• Accommodating a wide range of patient sizes

With compressions handled mechanically, teams can focus on airway, medications, monitoring, and next steps in care.

Consistency for the patient and less physical strain for your staff.

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/4ctKVCI

02/19/2026

Short staffing makes cardiac emergencies even harder. When hands are limited, every role on the team matters.

Automated CPR helps fill that gap by delivering consistent, hands-free compressions, so fewer people are tied up doing manual CPR. That gives code teams more flexibility to focus on airway, medications, monitoring, and next steps in care.

With steady AHA-compliant compressions that never fatigue, automated CPR helps teams:
• Reduce the number of staff needed at the bedside
• Keep CPR consistent during long codes
• Free clinicians to handle critical tasks
• Maintain focus on the patient, not rotating compressors

When staffing is tight, reliable CPR support can make a real difference.

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/3KZui22

02/17/2026

Ventilator training today has to cover more patients, more devices, and more complex scenarios, often with limited lab time. That’s where lung simulators really make a difference.

Instead of just learning settings on a screen, students can see how real lungs respond. They can adjust compliance and resistance, watch pressure, flow, and volume change, and start to understand the “why” behind every ventilator decision.

Our latest blog looks at how hands-on lung simulation helps RT programs:
• Connect theory to real lung behavior
• Practice ARDS and COPD scenarios safely
• Learn how compliance and resistance impact ventilation
• Build confidence before stepping into clinical care

If your program is focused on preparing students for real-world ventilation, this one’s worth a read.

Read more 🔗 https://bit.ly/3MoRWtR

02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day, Love Your Lungs ❤️

Your lungs show up for you with every breath. This week, show them a little love back.

Here are a few simple ways to keep your lungs healthy and strong:
• Get moving. Walking, stretching, or light cardio helps keep your lungs working their best.
• Get fresh air. Open windows when you can, change filters, and reduce dust and irritants at home.
• Skip the smoke. Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke whenever possible.
• Stay up to date on vaccines to help protect against respiratory infections.
• Pay attention to changes like lingering coughs, shortness of breath, or wheezing. If something feels off, talk with your healthcare provider.
• Practice slow, deep breathing to help improve lung capacity and reduce stress.

Small habits add up. Taking care of your lungs today supports your health for years to come.

02/11/2026

Seeing ventilation in real time changes how people learn, test, and troubleshoot.

With PneuView® Software, pressure, flow, and volume waveforms display live on screen, giving instant visual feedback during training, device testing, or research. Instructors can show exactly how changes in technique or settings impact ventilation, while technicians and engineers can capture, replay, and analyze performance with confidence.

PneuView makes it easier to:
• View pressure, flow, and volume waveforms in real time
• Monitor key ventilation parameters breath by breath
• Record and replay sessions for review and evaluation
• Export data for documentation, testing, or research
• Turn complex ventilation data into clear, teachable moments

Whether you’re in the classroom, lab, or development space, PneuView helps connect actions to outcomes, so every session delivers meaningful insight.

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/3e6B9WN

02/09/2026

When cardiac arrest happens, consistent CPR gives teams the foundation they need to focus on everything else.

Both Thumper and Life-Stat deliver hands-free, AHA-compliant compressions. The difference comes down to how each device fits into your workflow.

Thumper
Built for straightforward, uninterrupted chest compressions.
Lightweight, quick to set up, and designed for long codes with reliable performance and open patient access.

Life-Stat
Adds built-in ventilation to mechanical CPR.
Supports both 30:2 and continuous compression modes, runs on hospital oxygen, and helps teams adapt as airway needs change during resuscitation.

Both devices:
• Fit larger patients
• Adjust compression depth by chest size
• Set up in seconds
• Provide hands-free CPR with open patient access

Different environments call for different tools.

Learn more 🔗 https://bit.ly/3KZui22

02/06/2026

Respiratory conditions rarely stay static. A patient who seems stable can deteriorate quickly, and that’s where training often gets tested.

In real care settings, lungs change. Compliance drops. Resistance increases. Breathing patterns shift. Our latest blog looks at how simulation can reflect real-world changes, helping students and clinicians practice adjusting on the fly rather than following a fixed scenario.

By simulating evolving conditions like ARDS and COPD, training programs can better prepare teams to recognize subtle changes, respond with confidence, and work together when things escalate.

Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/4qCUnrQ

02/04/2026

Spontaneous breathing simulation helps learners understand what really changes when the patient starts doing the work.

When breathing isn’t fully controlled by a ventilator, small adjustments can have big consequences. Simulating spontaneous breaths lets learners see and feel those changes in real time, not just read about them.

With spontaneous breathing simulation, learners can better understand:

• How patient effort affects pressure, flow, and volume
• When support helps vs. when it starts working against the patient
• Trigger sensitivity, breath timing, and patient–ventilator interaction
• Common issues like breath stacking or missed triggers
• Why non-invasive and supportive modes require close attention

Instead of practicing on static lungs, students and clinicians learn how real patients breathe, respond, and sometimes struggle. That kind of experience builds confidence before it matters at the bedside.

Learn more about spontaneous breathing simulation 👉 https://bit.ly/2S0RzWL

02/02/2026

February is National Self-Check Month, a reminder that small check-ins with your body can make a big difference.

When it comes to lung health, you don’t need medical equipment to notice when something feels off. Paying attention to early changes can help you catch issues sooner and know when it’s time to talk to a doctor.

Here are a few simple lung health self-checks to keep in mind:

• Notice changes in your breathing during everyday activities
• Pay attention to a cough that lingers longer than usual
• Watch for wheezing, chest tightness, or shortness of breath
• Take note of frequent fatigue or trouble catching your breath
• Be aware of repeated respiratory infections or flare-ups

If symptoms stick around, get worse, or start interfering with daily life, that’s your cue to reach out to a healthcare provider. Early conversations can lead to earlier answers and better outcomes.

This month is about listening to your body, trusting what you notice, and taking action when something doesn’t feel right.

01/29/2026

Why Oxygen-Powered CPR Fits Hospital Workflows

In a hospital code, the last thing a team needs is one more battery to check or device to manage.

That’s why oxygen-powered CPR makes sense in hospital settings. Life-Stat runs on the oxygen sources hospitals already use every day, so teams can focus on patient care instead of equipment logistics.

With built-in ventilation, steady AHA-compliant compressions, and hands-free operation, Life-Stat supports longer codes, better access to the patient, and smoother coordination across the care team. No battery swaps. It’s one less thing for the team to worry about during a code, so they can stay focused on the patient.

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/2ZCAerc

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