Noor Newsletter September 2024

TOP NEWS:

Noor Scientific & Trade is co-exhibiting with Zemley Pharma Novotech at Pharmaconex 2024.
Zemley Pharma Novotech, a renowned leader in pharmaceutical packaging and comprehensive one-stop solutions for the industry, has recently appointed Noor Scientific & Trade as its authorized distributor in Egypt. Marking the inception of this strategic partnership, Noor proudly co-exhibited with Zemley Pharma Novotech at Pharmaconex 2024, held from September 8-10. As Africa’s foremost pharmaceutical event, Pharmaconex gathers industry experts to explore innovative possibilities and accelerate progress toward a more inclusive and sustainable future. Zemley’s booth, bolstered by the active participation of Noor’s team, garnered significant attention from key decision-makers in the pharmaceutical sector, who lauded the quality and wide-ranging product offerings on display.

Celebration

15 September – Al-Mawlid Al-Nabawi Al-Sherif.
Al-Mawlid Al-Nabawi, or the birth of the Holly Prophet, is a religious holiday. It is observed as a public holiday in Egypt and many countries that have a large Islamic population. This year it was celebrated on 15 September 2024.
Al-Mouled Al-Nabawy (the Birth of the holly Prophet Mohammed), also called Moulid El Nabi, falls on the 12th day of the third month of the Islamic calendar, Rabi’i Al-Awal.

Product Of The Month

APUS x2 Anesthesia Workstation:
A versatile anesthesia machine designed for all patient types. Featuring a 12.1″ touchscreen, semi-electronic flowmeter, 2 Selecatec vaporizers mounts and multiple ventilation modes. Its durable design, featuring a heated breathing circuit and a user-friendly CO2 absorber, ensures reliable performance across various medical settings.
Features

  • 12.1”TFT touch screen
  • User friendly interface design
  • Tidal volume 5 – 1.500 ml
  • Semi-electronic flowmeter
  • Circle system consisting of metal materials
  • Bypass function for soda lime canister
  • All ventilation modes to suit neonatal,
  • pediatric and adult patients.
  • Highly integrated breathing circuit with built-in heater
  • ACGO function to handle open circuits

Reliable CO2 absorber
One-hand operation designed CO2 absorber. By-Pass function to ensure smooth operation. Canister detection feature. Autoclavable PPSU material (up to 134 °C).
Comfortable structure
Two-sided guide rails for patient monitor, support arm and injection pump. Stainless steel material can withstand any chemical sterilization agent.  Equipped with LED light to provide lighting for the large workbench.
→ Breathing circuit applicable for complete range
Autoclavable metal and plastic materials.  Suitable for adult, pediatric and neonatal patients. Featured with stable   pressure tightness. Visual observation of bellows and valves. Breathing system with ascending or descending bellows
→ Superior ventilator
Fresh gas, compliance and leakage compensation.  VCV, PCV, PSV, SIMV, PCV-VG and Manual ventilation modes. Integrated ACGO feature to connect open circuit.

Manufactured by: aXcent Medical – Germany

Monthly Forum

Global investors rush to enter Egypt’s mining sector:

Egypt’s mining sector is witnessing a surge in international interest and investment, positioning the country as a burgeoning hub for mining activities in the region. Recent developments highlight Egypt’s strategic efforts to enhance cooperation with global partners and expand its mineral resource extraction and processing capabilities.

At the Egypt Mining Forum, Minister Karim Badawi emphasized Egypt’s potential to become a leading mining investment destination, citing its strategic location, advanced infrastructure, and abundant natural resources. The forum, held under the patronage of President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, brought together industry leaders, government officials, and investors to discuss the sector’s future.  The forum also emphasized the growing contribution of mining to energy transition efforts and industrial development, aligning with global trends toward sustainable and green mining practices.

Scientific Facts

Six elements account for approx. 99% of the mass of the human body:

About 99% of the mass of the human body is made up of six elements: oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, calcium, and phosphorus. Only about 1% is composed of another five elements: potassium, sulfur, sodium, chlorine, and magnesium. All 11 elements are necessary for life.

History of Science

Printing Press:

The printing press is a device that allows for the mass production of uniform printed matter, mainly text in the form of books, pamphlets and newspapers. No one knows when the first printing press was invented or who invented it, but the oldest known printed text originated in China during the first millennium A.D.

So, it was believed that the printing press was created in China and revolutionized society there before being further developed in Europe in the 15th Century by Johannes Gutenberg and his invention of the Gutenberg press.