Tift Regional Medical Center Provides Extra Security and Peace of Mind to New Parents

Tift Regional Medical Center and CooperCraft Communications have built a very successful relationship over the years. The biggest project so far has been the construction of the Data Center, which was built in 2011. “CooperCraft has always been a valuable business partner to Tift Regional. We have been able to work together on multiple projects. Our most recent project is the Cuddles™ system we are implementing on our pediatric floor,” says Wade Brewer, Director of Technology Infrastructure Services. Accutech’s Cuddles™ is an infant protection system that helps prevent abductions and provides a general sense of safety and security to infants and their families. The system combines patented tags and bracelets, equipped with advanced RFID technology. The technology is very simple which allows nurses and doctors to spend more time on what matters most--the needs of their littlest patients. This system allows for a mother and baby match, multiple floor monitoring, and several notifications, that will alert hospital personnel of any possible harm to the infants. “The bracelets that are placed on the infant are very soft, and self-adjusting. They won’t fall off due to movement or weight changes, and an alarm will sound should the bracelet be cut off or removed. The tag is very lightweight, and can also be turned off when not in use to conserve battery. Should the tag be removed or tampered with, the perimeter will be locked down immediately,” says Tommy Thornton, Director of Technology at CooperCraft Communications. Brewer says that the staff is very excited about the Cuddles™ system. “Our staff and personnel believe that this system will give our patients that extra peace of mind and a sense of safety while they are at Tift Regional. CooperCraft has consistently proven that they are a leader in the security and cabling industry. They have always provided us with excellent service and are always there when we need them.”