Dimethyl Ether (DME)
DME is mainly used as an aerosol propellant and a reagent for compounds like dimethyl sulfate. Companies like Topsoe and Mitsubishi focus to promote DME as a sustainable fuel substitute for liquefied petroleum gas. DME has excellent combustion properties.
Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
DME coverage may include:
- oxygen equipment,
- wheelchairs,
- testing strips.
DME is reusable, serves a medical function, and is prescribed. Common DMEs used at home are wheelchairs, beds, canes, and oxygen.
Suppliers distribute special DMEs like enclosed beds and dialysis supplies for chronic conditions. Some major DME providers are Carex and Cardinal Health.
DME Reports
A DME report analyzes durability, maintenance, and support of a product. It identifies issues during development and use. DME reports improve performance. Components may cover durability, reliability, maintainability, and more.
DME Products
DME includes reusable items like oxygen tanks, wheelchairs, and hospital beds. Both public and private health plans cover all or part of DME costs. Common retail DME products are walkers, crutches, bath chairs, prostheses, and diabetic supplies. Pharmacies stocking both funded DME and retail is crucial.
Industry Trends
Trends see the industry growing 5.6% by 2020, with over 4,000 US DME suppliers currently.
Aviation’s Distance Measuring Equipment (DME)
In aviation, DME is a navigation system that provides accurate distance information. DME measures the slant range by timing radio signals between 960-1215 MHz. It combines with systems like VOR and ILS for accurate navigation. Instructions for DME Arrival procedures are in the AIP DAP section. The system provides accurate data on distance and speed to pilots.