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Mass-Manufacturing a 5-in-1 Ventilator System for COVID-19 Relief

Global Medical Device Podcast · 17 Jun 2020 · 33m · Episode 151

What this episode covers

Dan Purvis, CEO and co-founder of Valentium, discusses Project V, a collaborative effort with Ventec Life Systems and General Motors to mass-produce ventilators during the COVID-19 pandemic. Purvis details the rapid scaling of Ventec’s VOCSN device into the simpler V+Pro ventilator, the logistical challenges of sourcing parts and building 141 test stands in weeks, and the critical importance of maintaining quality and traceability under extreme pressure. He highlights the role of executive support, the agility of partners like UPS, and the emotional resilience required to lead such a high-stakes humanitarian effort.

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companies scaling up

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Valentium, Ventec Life Systems, General Motors, UPS, Green Light Guru
Products
VOCSN, V+Pro

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