Design | Healthcare

Hospital Headwall Industry Growth Shown in New Market Forecast

March 1, 2020 by

With a booming market and expanding hospital and healthcare industry, the future of hospital headwalls looks promising. In a newly released report called Medical Headwalls Market to 2027 – Global Analysis and Forecasts by Product Type; Application and Geography by The Insight Partners, they expect “the global medical headwalls market to reach $1,318.68 million in 2027 from $826.80 million in 2018” (ReportLinker). It’s clear … Read More

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A Case Study on ForWard Pre-Manufactured Modular Headwalls

November 28, 2018 by

For nearly 30 years, Steve Ward and Associates, Inc. has been installing headwalls. This is in conjunction with their award-winning millwork and casework in healthcare facilities throughout the country. Like others who serve the healthcare industry, SWA Inc. typically installed ¾” thick plastic laminate panels on top of traditional “stick-and-drywall” construction. After participating in the LEAN Management Program, SWA Inc. comes … Read More

Healthcare

What is a Hospital Headwall System?

June 22, 2018 by
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A hospital is a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment. It requires efficiency and structure, but also flexibility. I have many friends in the healthcare field who make regular comments about the challenges with which they are confronted every day. Therefore, they want to find ways to be better, faster, more cost effective, and more efficient. In order to accomplish these goals, modular … Read More

Healthcare

ForWard Hospital Headwall Website Announcement

June 22, 2018 by

We have some great news to share with you! Recently, we launched a new website dedicated to our hospital headwall solution, the forWard® Hospital Headwall System. In order to give this innovative product the attention it deserves, and to give you the inside scoop, we have created forWardHeadwall.com. Since our beginning, Steve Ward & Associates has devoted significant energy and resources … Read More

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How to Save Time on Your Next Hospital Construction Project

June 22, 2018 by

If there’s anything you need more of during any construction project, it’s time. No matter what type of project you are working on, time is most always against you. Finding a way to decrease production time without sacrificing quality or safety is a difficult balance. We have a solution that will decrease construction time. It is also budget friendly. The … Read More

Healthcare

5 Features of the forWard Headwall System

June 22, 2018 by

Hospital Headwall systems are growing in popularity in the healthcare industry, and for good reason. The forWard® Headwall System is incredibly efficient to install and maintain, it aids with consistency and ease of use for hospital staff, and it offers patients a little piece of home through its custom design capabilities. All of this enhances patient care while improving the efficiency of hospital … Read More

Design

3 Cost-Effective Ways to Keep Commercial Design Interesting

June 22, 2018 by

Design sets the tone for any environment. The right auditorium seating changes the way concertgoers enjoy a performance or the way a community experiences a sporting event. Likewise, high-quality wall panel systems unify style, structure, and brand identity in key spaces such as corporate, education, and healthcare facilities. Before implementing a design, however, it’s imperative to understand how that vision … Read More

Healthcare

Designing Medical Facilities that Improve the Patient Experience

June 22, 2018 by

When designing and constructing any scientific, medical, or educational establishment, it’s important to achieve a balance between practical layout, streamlined usability, and great aesthetics. If done correctly, these elements will come together to create a truly effective space. In the case of healthcare facilities in particular, it’s critical that the space be created with the patient as the primary focus. … Read More

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Prefabricated Headwall Systems Save Time Without Sacrificing Quality

June 22, 2018 by

For every commercial project, no matter the size, construction and design are guided by a few prevailing watchwords: “on time” and “on budget.” It’s a balancing act that requires the management of not only cost and schedule, but also supplies and quality. While prefabricated options can indeed help to offset the price of materials, they can also reduce the lead … Read More