It is the cliché scene -- the healthcare worker, with a stethoscope wrapped around his neck, pushing a cart full of clanking medical supplies.
Officials at Metro have redesigned that sluggish cart to give that healthcare worker easier access to the supplies within. Metro engineers added pull out shelving that is adjustable, ergonomic full-length handles for better cart control and double panned doors for strength.
For more information, visit: www.metro.com.
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