EKLA
EKLA Corporation, founded in 1995 by Erin Lu, is a woman and minority-owned medical technology manufacturer and distributor. They partner with over 2,500 healthcare facilities in North America, providing high-quality medical equipment and disposable products through their full-service distribution center in Naperville, IL. EKLA specializes in medical devices, emergency sourcing services, and 'White Glove' delivery programs, aiming to improve patient safety, reduce costs, and optimize healthcare supply chains. They manufacture innovative medical devices, including rapid test kits and infusion bags, and are committed to diversity and quality in healthcare.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
EKLA
Products
Rapid diagnostic lateral-flow test kits
Point-of-care lateral-flow immunoassay test kits for rapid diagnostic use (e.g., pregnancy assays).
Disposable digital thermometers
Single-use or disposable digital clinical thermometers for patient temperature monitoring.
MRI‑safe pressure infusion bags and infusion therapy systems
Pressure infusion bags and related infusion therapy equipment designed to be non-ferromagnetic and safe for use in MRI environments, plus IV poles/stands with patient assist features.
Stethoscopes (dual-head, cardiology, disposable single-patient)
A range of auscultation devices including dual-head and cardiology stethoscopes and single-patient disposable stethoscopes designed for acoustic performance and infection control.
Heel protectors for pressure-ulcer prevention
Foam-cushion heel protectors designed to offload pressure, reduce shear and manage moisture; available in economy and premium configurations.
Patient safety and transport strap
Durable, padded patient safety strap with hook-and-loop fastener designed to secure patients during procedures and transport.
Rapid diagnostic lateral-flow test kits
Point-of-care lateral-flow immunoassay test kits for rapid diagnostic use (e.g., pregnancy assays).
Disposable digital thermometers
Single-use or disposable digital clinical thermometers for patient temperature monitoring.
MRI‑safe pressure infusion bags and infusion therapy systems
Pressure infusion bags and related infusion therapy equipment designed to be non-ferromagnetic and safe for use in MRI environments, plus IV poles/stands with patient assist features.
Stethoscopes (dual-head, cardiology, disposable single-patient)
A range of auscultation devices including dual-head and cardiology stethoscopes and single-patient disposable stethoscopes designed for acoustic performance and infection control.
Heel protectors for pressure-ulcer prevention
Foam-cushion heel protectors designed to offload pressure, reduce shear and manage moisture; available in economy and premium configurations.
Patient safety and transport strap
Durable, padded patient safety strap with hook-and-loop fastener designed to secure patients during procedures and transport.
Services
On-site delivery, assembly, placement, packaging removal, and coordination with facility schedules for medical equipment projects.
Sourcing hard-to-find medical equipment and supplies with expedited quote turnaround and order status communication.
Dedicated warehousing for equipment projects including receiving, item tagging, storage, and staged delivery to site.
On-site delivery, assembly, placement, packaging removal, and coordination with facility schedules for medical equipment projects.
Sourcing hard-to-find medical equipment and supplies with expedited quote turnaround and order status communication.
Dedicated warehousing for equipment projects including receiving, item tagging, storage, and staged delivery to site.
Expertise Areas
- Medical device manufacturing
- Contract manufacturing for diagnostics and disposables
- Point-of-care diagnostic kits
- Infusion therapy device design
Key Technologies
- Lateral-flow immunoassays
- Non-ferromagnetic device design for MRI safety
- Infusion pressure monitoring and color-coded gauges
- Cold therapy system design
News & Updates
The escalating fentanyl crisis demands swift and decisive action, particularly within emergency departments, to improve testing and response.
The importance of MRI-safe infusion bags that allow continuous infusion during MRI procedures, enhancing safety and efficiency.
An introduction to point-of-care testing and the role of lateral flow tests in rapid diagnostics.
The escalating fentanyl crisis demands swift and decisive action, particularly within emergency departments, to improve testing and response.
The importance of MRI-safe infusion bags that allow continuous infusion during MRI procedures, enhancing safety and efficiency.
An introduction to point-of-care testing and the role of lateral flow tests in rapid diagnostics.