MUMBAI, November 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

Riester's ri-vital® is engineered for the fast and accurate measurement of vital signs on the move, simultaneously monitoring blood pressure, pulse rate, blood oxygen level and temperature in a matter of seconds. This German-engineered monitoring technology is clinically validated for use on both adults and newborns weighing as little as 1kg.

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Riester has upgraded its ri-vital® spot check monitor to include optional accessories. Temperature can now be measured with Filac 3000 oral/rectal thermometer including probe dispenser, or an infrared thermometer used on the ear. ri-vital® has a memory function for measurement readings and an infrared interface for a thermo printer; an external wireless printer is now available as an option.

A colour display and simple menus, along with stowed, washable cuffs, ensures easy and seamless operation. ri-vital® is lightweight and can be carried as a portable device, or mounted on a stable, mobile stand that glides smoothly and features a large basket and printer holder. ri-vital® is equipped with a shock-resistant casing ensuring accurate readings every time.

About Riester

Riester is a German company that engineers and manufactures diagnostic instruments for general practitioners, hospitals, clinics and even the home. Its major product lines include sphygmomanometers, E.N.T. and ophthalmic instruments, stethoscopes, laryngoscopes and examination lamps. Founded by Rudolf Riester in 1948, the company has 60 years of experience in developing products that embody the high quality and precision of German engineering. Riester is a subsidiary of Halma p.l.c. Website: www.riester.de

About Halma

Halma p.l.c. is an international market leader in safety, health and sensor technology. Halma is a public company listed on the London Stock Exchange and has over 4000 employees in 40 subsidiaries worldwide. Halma's subsidiaries make products that protect lives and improve the quality of life for people through innovation in market leading products which make its customers safer, more competitive and more profitable. These subsidiaries are assisting India's economy in areas such as manufacturing, energy, water and waste treatment, the environment, construction, transport and healthcare.

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For more information please contact: N. S. Govardhan, Riester Regional Sales Manager

14/A Lakshmi Street

Thiru Mangalam Road

Villivakkam

Chennai 600 049

Tel/Fax: +91 (0)44 2618 1407

E-mail: govardhan@riester.de

Primary Media Contact: Mr Kuniyur J. Srinivasan, srini@halma.com, 91-22-67080400

Secondary Media Contact: Mr Damian Corbet, damian.corbet@halma.com, 44-1494-789152