Masimo Medical Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (Masimo Malaysia), a mission-based medical device and technology company known for solving “unsolvable” problems in patient care, has opened its first facility in Malaysia at Pasir Gudang, Johor.
The group will be the sole manufacturer in the country, producing the “Pulse Oximetry Adhesive Sensor and Pulse Oximeter” which are testing tools used to measure the pulse rate and the level of oxygen (oxygen saturation) in the blood. The “Pulse Oximetry Adhesive Sensor” is a disposable, single-patient-use sensor designed for use with the Masimo system, particularly SET (Signal Extraction Technology – The technology that allows accurate monitoring of arterial oxygen saturation and pulse rate, even during motion). Meanwhile, the “Pulse Oximeter” is designed as a portable, handheld, and battery – powered continuous pulse oximeter monitoring device.
The facility occupies 133,000 square feet boasting cutting-edge production areas and warehouse spaces designed to facilitate the development and distribution of innovative medical solutions. With a total build-up area of 133,000 square feet, including a production area spanning 81,220 square feet and a warehouse area covering 46,631 square feet, the company said it is poised to enhance its manufacturing capabilities and meet the growing demand for high-quality medical devices.
In 2023, the medical devices industry saw the approval of 26 projects, attracting investments totalling RM2.1 billion. Among these, nine new projects accounted for RM773.9 million (36.3%) of the investments, while the remaining 17 were expansion or diversification projects, contributing RM1.4 billion (63.7%).
