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|Articles|April 7, 2000
Clinipad Corporation Closes
Result of Product Recall
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ROCKY HILL, CT-As a result of the financial consequences of the recall of several lots of their sterile-products line, the Clinipad Corporation has ceased all production and operations. The closure of their facilities affects approximately 220 employees. A recall team has been created to complete the Food and Drug Administration recall guidelines.
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