LifeSavers, Inc., Ships 380-Plus Defibtech Defibrillators to Idaho's EMS Bureau

WEST CALDWELL, N.J. November 30, 2004 LifeSavers, Inc., today announced the shipment of 380 Defibtech automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, EMS Bureau. LifeSavers is an authorized Defibtech distributor and provider of emergency medical response products and training.

LifeSavers President and Founder Bob Stickel said Idaho state officials decided on the LifeSavers/Defibtech team because of the service, affordability and reliability they offer. The AEDs will be deployed throughout rural communities in fire and emergency services vehicles, community facilities and regional health care centers.

As of November 30, 2004, LifeSavers deployed Defibtech AEDs in the following states: Arkansas, Florida, Idaho, Louisiana, Maine, New Mexico and Utah. LifeSavers and Defibtech are proud of our reputation as the best team for statewide AED deployments, said Stickel.

The Defibtech AEDs feature biphasic defibrillation technology, self-testing capability, class leading user interface and voice prompts, longest operational battery life (up to 7 years), and a professional-grade rugged design. Even with this industry-leading feature set, the Defibtech AED is the value leader with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) at $1,495. This price includes everything a customer needs to completely deploy this lifesaving solution, including the AED, defibrillation pads and a 5-year 125-shock battery pack. The Defibtech AED has won numerous awards from prestigious competitions recognizing its design, ease of use and reliability, including a 2004 Industrial Design Excellence Award (IDEA), featured by Business Week magazine.