Ohio Medical Vacuum Regulator

The product shown is a vacuum regulator, a critical piece of medical hardware used in hospitals to control the suction levels for patients during procedures or for keeping airways clear. This specific unit is manufactured by Ohio Medical, a brand with a legacy dating back over a century in the medical gas and vacuum industry.

Originally part of the Ohio Chemical & Manufacturing Co., which was founded in 1910, the brand has gone through various ownership changes, including long periods under the Ohmeda name. In recent years, Ohio Medical has operated as an independent entity and was eventually acquired by the private equity firm Tenex Capital Management before being sold to its current parent company. The manufacturing and assembly of these high-precision regulators primarily take place in Gurnee, Illinois, USA.

In 2023, Ohio Medical was acquired by ESAB Corporation, a globally recognized leader in fabrication and gas control technology. Under ESAB's ownership, the brand remains a staple in healthcare facilities worldwide, known for its reliability in respiratory therapy and medical suction applications.