Rigel Medical, one the world’s leading suppliers of medical device electrical safety testers and analysers, has appointed Ian Fisher as its new Northern European sales manager.

Ian Fisher brings over 25 years’ experience in the medical device testing industry to the post, which will see him supporting Rigel distributors throughout Belgium, Holland, Scandinavia, German, Poland and Russia.

He will also be responsible for developing new business for Rigel’s advanced analysers, simulators, testers and accessories, in particular the new UNI-PULSE defibrillator and the forthcoming MULTI-FLO infusion pump testers.

Other responsibilities will include first line technical support and product training for customers who include health authorities, medical service companies, hospital medical physics departments and medical equipment manufacturers.

John Backes, Rigel Medical’s associate director, said: “With his experience and knowledge of the medical device testing sector, Ian will be a major asset as we look to sustain growth and increase market share in important European territories.

“It is also a particular exciting time for Ian to join us as we plan to bring our new analysers to market, which will enhance Rigel’s overall range offering.”