Encore uses an ultrasound technology which aids clinicians to locate and track the fetal heartbeat and minimizes the need for direct fetal ECG monitoring.

Spacelabs Healthcare said the need for intrauterine pressure monitoring is minimized due to the toco transducer in the monitoring system which enables uterine activity monitoring for patients of all sizes, including those with high BMI.

The company also develops solutions for anesthesia delivery and ventilation, diagnostic cardiology.