GM recently delivered the ventilators created with Ventec Life Systems to hospitals across the United States. Ventec Life Systems and GM were able to fulfill part of the 30,000 units requested by the United States Government. The rest of the 30,000 units are expected to be delivered by August.
The two organizations announced their collaborative efforts on March 20th, and since then have worked together to produce ventilation units named ‘VOCSN.’ The units were delivered to hospitals in Chicago, as well as Olympia Field.
Overall the production of ventilators by GM shows how companies can retrofit manufacturing facilities to create units to help alleviate the burden on the health care system, during the outbreak of COVID-19.
Retrofitted Ventilator Deliveries
GM and Ventec Life Systems Delivered Units to Hospitals
Trend Themes
1. Retrofitting Manufacturing Facilities - The production of ventilators by GM showcases the opportunity for companies to retrofit their manufacturing facilities to create essential medical equipment.
2. Collaborative Partnerships - The collaboration between GM and Ventec Life Systems highlights the potential for partnerships between automotive companies and medical device manufacturers to address healthcare challenges.
3. Demand for Ventilators - The increased demand for ventilators due to the COVID-19 outbreak presents an opportunity for companies to innovate and scale up production to meet the needs of healthcare systems.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Manufacturing - Automotive manufacturing companies like GM can diversify their production capabilities and contribute to the healthcare industry by manufacturing essential medical equipment.
2. Medical Device Manufacturing - Medical device manufacturers such as Ventec Life Systems can explore partnerships with non-traditional industries like automotive manufacturing to meet the rising demand for critical healthcare equipment.
3. Healthcare - The healthcare industry can benefit from collaborations with industries like automotive manufacturing to overcome equipment shortages and ensure the delivery of essential medical devices.