The 28th International Federation of Healthcare Engineers (IFHE) Conference took place from October 15 to 17, 2024, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. It brought together leading professionals and companies dedicated to advancing healthcare infrastructure. Standby Systems was proud to attend and connect with clients, both long-standing and new while demonstrating our commitment to supporting the healthcare sector.
Broadening the Definition of Healthcare Engineering
While “healthcare” often brings images of hospitals, clinics, and medical professionals to mind, it encompasses an expansive range of roles beyond direct medical care. Healthcare facilities rely on a network of technical experts from fields like civil, mechanical, electrical, and backup power engineering fields. Standby Systems plays a pivotal role in this ecosystem by partnering with key industry players such as Mediclinic, Netcare, Philips Medical, and TECMED Medical Imaging. Through our reliable range of Riello MPT UPS systems, we help safeguard essential healthcare equipment and ensure continuity during power fluctuations.
The Critical Role of UPS in Healthcare
In South African hospitals, including Mediclinic, Netcare, and government facilities, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) from Standby Systems bridge the gap between the main power grid and generator backups. Our Riello MPT UPS solutions keep the lights on and play a crucial role in life-saving operations by providing continuous power to operating theatres, monitoring devices, and Cath labs.
Furthermore, our UPS solutions protect sophisticated radiology equipment, such as CT scanners, MRI machines, and X-ray systems requiring steady, high-quality power. Given South Africa’s frequent power inconsistencies, our UPS units offer reliable backup, ensuring safe shutdowns and seamless power transfers for these costly machines, ultimately preventing potential damage.
Standby Systems’ Presence at the IFHE Conference
At the IFHE conference, we had the opportunity to connect with healthcare professionals, from hospital maintenance teams to end users of critical equipment like Cath labs and MRI machines. Standby Systems emphasized our commitment to providing UPS solutions and maintaining and supporting them, ensuring that healthcare facilities maximize their equipment’s longevity and performance. We discussed with attendees how our range of Riello UPS systems could enhance existing healthcare setups, particularly for those without current UPS protection.
Standby Systems remains dedicated to the healthcare industry, offering both cutting-edge power solutions and ongoing support to help facilities safeguard their investments and continue delivering quality care.