Smiths Medical Completes Accreditation with ACHC.

SAINT PAUL, Minn. -- Smiths Medical, MD, Inc., part of the global technology business Smiths Group, proudly announces its award of accreditation status by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, Inc. (ACHC) for medical supply services.

Smiths Medical is a supplier of specialized

medical devices to global markets. The Medication Delivery (MD) division focuses on vascular access, ambulatory and acute care infusion pumps, insulin technology systems and pain management. Smiths Medical customers include consumers, hospitals and other healthcare providers worldwide.

ACHC, a private, not-for-profit corporation which is certified to ISO 9001:2000 standards, was developed by home care and community-based providers to help companies improve business operations and quality of patient care. Referring to the value of accreditation, ACHC President Tom Cesar indicated, "The survey process leads an organization to examine its policies and practices continually to clarify its strengths and improve its weaknesses."

Accreditation is a voluntary activity where healthcare organizations submit to peer review of their internal policies, processes and patient care delivery against national standards. By attaining accreditation, Smiths Medical MD, Inc., has demonstrated its commitment to maintain a higher level of competency and strive for excellence in its products, services and customer satisfaction.

Smiths Medical

Smiths Medical is a supplier of specialized medical devices to global markets. Smiths Medical comprises three product groupings: Safety Devices, Critical Care and Medication Delivery & Patient Monitoring (MDPM). Smiths Medical customers include consumers, hospitals, and other healthcare providers worldwide. Smiths Medical employs nearly 7,500 people.

Smiths Group

Smiths is a global technology company, listed on the London Stock Exchange. Smiths Group is a world leader in the practical application of advanced technologies. Its products and services make the world safer, healthier and more productive. Smiths Group has three divisions focused on the high growth detection, medical devices, energy and communications markets. It employs more than 20,000 people in over 50 countries. For more information visit www.smiths.com