River Edge, New Jersey-based, Nephros has gained marketing clearance from the FDA for its HydraGuard 10" UltraFilter.

The device is designed to provide hospitals and medical facilities with a long term solution to protect patients from bacteria that may be present in the potable water systems.

The device cartridge provides up to 6 months of life for equipment such as ice machines, endoscope re-processors and surgical humidifiers. — Cynthia Jessup