Masimo develops, manufactures and markets non-invasive patient monitoring products. Its Masimo Signal Extraction Technology provides measure-through motion and low perfusion pulse oximetry to measure oxygen saturation levels in arterial blood. Masimo also offers remote monitoring and clinician notification solutions based on the Masimo SET algorithms. This software- based technology is incorporated into a variety of product platforms depending on customers’ specifications.

Align designs, manufactures and markets the Invisalign system for treating malocclusion, or the misalignment of teeth, using a series of doctor- prescribed, custom-manufactured, clear plastic removable orthodontic appliances (aligners). Invisalign corrects malocclusion using a range
of appliances, which move teeth to a desired final position. The company distributes its products directly to its orthodontist and general practitioner dentist customers. The system is sold in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Japan. The Invisalign system offers a range of treatment options and software for treatment visualization.

Thoratec makes mechanical circulatory support products for the treatment of advanced heart failure. Its primary product lines are ventricular assist devices (the HeartMate and HeartMate II LVADs, the Thoratec Paracorporeal VAD and the Thoratec Implantable VAD). Thoratec also markets Levitronix LLC’s CentriMag blood pumping system and manufactures a vascular access graft for renal dialysis.

Fisher & Paykel entered the respiratory care market in 1971 with a critical care humidifier system. It became a free-standing entity in November 2001, when it split from Fisher & Paykel Appliance Holdings. The healthcare firm now sells respiratory, acute care and obstructive sleep apnea products in more than 120 countries, either directly or via distributors and OEMs.