QUALITY DESIGN CONTROL
DENTAL OPERATING SYSTEMS The Ritter Contact Series
History
122 years of dental experience In 1887, Frank Ritter produced one of the world’s first treatment chairs for the dental profession. In the 122 years since, Ritter has produced a long line of products that has changed the face of dentistry.
The Ritter treatment chair of 1887
The first dedicated dental treatment chair was constructed by Ritter in 1889. 1912 saw Ritter introduce the “control panel” for the dental instruments, a major advancement and the beginning of modern technology in dentistry. In 1917 Ritter introduced the integrated treatment system; chair with control panel, drill, cuspidor, saliva ejector, tray table and air/water syringes - all instruments in one unit! This system delivered for the first time the modern dental system, the core concept of which has not changed even today.
Ritter remains one of the leading dental equipment providers, always striving for innovative leads, excellent product quality and a model line to allow every dentist to enjoy the benefits of owning a “Ritter”.
Frank Ritter - Developer of the Ritter treatment chair & founder of Ritter Dental PAGE 1
The 1917 Ritter system - genesis of modern dental equipemnt
Made in Germany Online surveys still list “Made in Germany” as a trusted source for quality, performance and reliability for goods available around the world, especially for electronic and technological products. source: www.dw-world.com The Ritter production facility
Ritter remains a German owned and operated company, with all Ritter Contact Line products Made in Germany at the modern production facility located in Zwönitz in Saxony. A dedicated staff of 67 employees ensure: Leading Edge Design in consultation with leading universities both in Germany and worldwide. High Level of Function through the use of comprehensive control systems for total control of all units functions Quality Construction in both the internal componentry and overall unit construction to ensure years of reliable service and durability.
Modern production methods combined with experienced staff ensures Ritter’s reputation for Quality.
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Contact T H E P L AT I N U M S Y S T E M - P R E M I U M P E R F O R M A N C E
The Ritter Contact sets the standard in treatment centre performance and the integration of advanced control functions. Its highly automated operation and practical patient positioning that promotes proper four handed dental techniques with enable you to treat you patients with the utmost of comfort and efficiency.
Key Features Comprehensive control panel with memorisation functions for all instrument settings* Advanced functions such as motor torque control, programmable speeds and lockout control. Benchmark standards of instrumentation with Heated syringes, multiple micro-motors and/or turbine lines, fibre optic highspeed/ lowspeed/ scaler instruments, & saline irrigation for surgical procedures. Unique Flat Panel multi-function foot control system. *See the Total Control section for more details
Full multimedia systems in a number of configurations
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The Starlite Operating Light is standard on Contact H models
The assistant station incorporates its own working tray and control panel
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YOUR CHOICE OF DELIVERY MODELS CONTINENTAL
CART
HANGING
Contact H system with Resin Grey decorative panels
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Contact World THE GOLD SYSTEM - SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE
Maintaining the conceptual design and quality of the Contact series, in a treatment unit design for the practice wanting the benefits of leading edge design, with a simplified instrument control system that maintains a high level of functionality. Contact World systems are the perfect mixture of simplicity with sophistication.
Key Features Innovative control system with LED display, multiple user settings and with memorisation functions* Advanced functions such as motor torque control, programmable speeds and lockout control. Comprehensive instrumentation - autoclavable syringes, fibre optic highspeed, fibre optic electric lowspeed line and fibre optic ultrasonic scaler all standard. Hygienic and disinfectable control surfaces. Clever 4 pedal foot control system for major unit functions. *See the Total Control section for more details
Full multimedia systems in a number of configurations
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The Planetlite Operating Light is standard on all Contact World models
The unique pivot design of the Contact chair eliminates
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YOUR CHOICE OF DELIVERY MODELS CONTINENTAL
CART
HANGING
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Contact Lite THE SILVER SYSTEM - EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE
Closely following the Design Concepts of the Contact system, Ritter’s Contact Lite upholds the high standards of Quality on all Ritter systems, within a simplified design that maintains the advanced functionality of the Contact Line. Contact Lite systems makes it possible for any dental practice to experience the advantages Ritter Contact systems offer.
Key Features Innovative control system with LED display, multiple user settings and with memorisation functions* Advanced functions such as motor torque control, programmable speeds and lockout control. Comprehensive instrumentation - autoclavable syringes, fibre optic highspeed, fibre optic electric lowspeed line and fibre optic ultrasonic scaler all standard. Hygienic and disinfectable control surfaces. Clever 4 pedal foot control system for major unit functions. *See the Total Control section for more details
Full multimedia systems in a number of configurations
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The Planetlite Operating Light is standard on all Contact World models
Easy internal access means simple maintenance
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YOUR CHOICE OF DELIVERY MODELS CONTINENTAL
CART
HANGING
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Your Choice All Ritter Contact Line Models are available in one of four distinct delivery styles to allow to you choose the right version for your working method.
‘H’ System HANGING DELIVERY The over the patient H model with integrated extended instrument tray provides for true four handed dentistry. Designed for use in both the sit down for stand up position, the H table positions the handpieces below the tray surface for easy reach and minimal interference.
‘H-C’ System HANGING DELIVERY The hanging tubing H-C model provides a hygienic removable instrument surface in the traditional delivery method. The flexible design can accomodate up to 6 instruments in any order to allow you to configure the instruments to your preference.
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Delivery Models ‘S’ System CONTINENTAL DELIVERY The continental S model with doriot arm for each handpiece positions the handpiece directly where your hand needs them, with no need to compensate for the pull of the handpiece hose. The doriot arm design reduces contamination by keeping the tubing away from the floor.
‘C’ System CART DELIVERY The flexibility of the C system cart allows the operator to position the unit anywhere around the chair, with the benefit of being able to move the cart unit away from the chair when not in use. C systems can be combined with an over the patient instrument tray swivel arm to provide true four handed dentistry.
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Total Control CONTACT USER INTERFACE The comprehensive control panel of the Contact models provides the dental operator with the fullest range of instrument control functions. Standard features include the numeric console display to adjust the exact speed range for you to preset for each instrument individually - with the added ability to adjust specific applications like torque for the lowspeed lines, or an endo setting for the scaler line, and even a lockout function to prevent accidental movement if using an external appliance (such as a laser etc). The advanced capabilities result in the Contact models being unmatched in terms of capability with ease of use.
CLEAR CONTROLS Large, clearly marked buttons make it easy to differentiate between each control. The integrated light on each instrument control button lets to see at a glance the functions that are selected.
CONTACT SYSTEM FOOT CONTROL Patient rinsing selection Cross pad for chair movement Lowspeed motor direction + fibre optic control ^
Programmable chair position 1* + instrument spray selection
Pressure sensitive pad for handpiece speed variation. Also patient exit position for chair control*
* WHEN ALL HANDPIECES IN THEIR HOLDERS ^ HANDPIECE DEPENDENT PAGE 11
Programmable chair position 2* + instrument spray selection
Control Systems Control is Standard CONTACT WORLD & LITE CONTROL SYSTEM With Control World and Lite models, you benefit from a Control system that retains a great degree of functions made simple to use. Retaining features such as the large numeric display for instrument control with ability to configure each instrument individually (such as waterspray on for highspeed, but off for lowspeed). A range handpiece specific functions are also included to provide the most efficient use of each instrument. Ritter Control World and Lite systems also include ability to uniquely preset preferences for up to 4 users for individual chair working positions and instrument speed settings
SIMPLIFIED COMPLEXITY No multiple function controls....Ritter systems maintain each button serving a single purpose. The result is that Ritter Control systems are intuitive and easy to operate even in the middle of a complicated dental procedure.
CONTACT WORLD/LITE SYSTEM FOOT CONTROL Patient rinse position
Chair backrest down* + Direction select for lowspeed + Endo mode for scaler
Chair up* + Chip air for instruments
Chair up* + Instrument speed control with water spray
* WHEN ALL HANDPIECES IN THEIR HOLDERS ^ HANDPIECE DEPENDENT
Chair down* + instrument speed control without water spray
Patient exit position
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Safety First Ritter Contact Line systems are designed for quick and effect infection control. All the critical components are designed for easy disinfection for all surfaces through such features as removable, smooth surfaces and clean edges. The internal control components can be effectively disinfected using the integrated waterline flush protocol with its easily accessible suction tubing set.
The Ritter H-C and C table models incorporate an easily removable holder top cover to promote effective disinfection
Ritter dental lights provide removable handles for surface disinfection
The assistant station of the Ritter Contact Line is designed to prevent the suction tubings from touching the floor.
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Hygiene
Traditionally dirty areas such as the cuspidor are designed to be easily removed to allow proper cleaning and thermal disinfection.
All control surfaces are smooth with flat surfaces to promote the use of barrier protection.
The optional availability of the Ritter ABS water bottle system allows regular water disinfection.
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As you examine the Ritter Contact Series, you will start to appreciate the many integral features that make for an efficient and practical dental working environment.
Designed also for your Dental Assistant The bi-articulating arm design of the dental assistant element allows for flexible positioning to suit any patient situation. The assistant station also provides an integrated console to assist the operator by providing control of all major unit functions. The pivoting high volume suction valve reduces stress on the wrist and prevents the suction line splitting from being twisted.
“The main purpose of any Dental System is to facilitate the positioning of the patient with the treatment instruments to maximize the efficiency of the Dental Care� Werner Schmitz, CEO Ritter Concept
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Design Relaxing for your Patients Correct Placement for Treatment
An Extra Level of Comfort
The Ritter Contact Line chairs incorporate a range of features to promote correct positioning of any patient size or treatment requirement.
The Ritter Contact H and Contact World Models are available with the Tempur upholstery option using visco-elastic foam that moulds itself around the patient’s body.
Ergonomic chair movement ensures the patient is not stretched or compressed during positioning.
Tempur upholstery retains the seamless style to ensure easy cleaning and disinfection of upholstered surfaces.
The supporting design assists them to remain relaxed even during prolonged treatment.
Ritter Ergonomics— the advantages for your Dental Team ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Comfortable Patient Positioning All items within Easy Reach Efficient Disinfection of all unit surfaces True Four handed Delivery techniques Range of Delivery Models to Suit your Working Style Flexible Control with Ritter multi-function Foot Control and Control Consoles
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Patient Communication Flexible Options for Integration Communication with your patient is now more important than ever. Being able to discuss treatment with your patient using digital image presentations of both x-rays and camera pictures can be an essential part of providing information for treatment planning and patient education. Ritter Contact Line systems can be seamlessly integrated with a range of Multimedia to provide the complete system for patient interaction. OPTIONS INCLUDE: Integrated Multimedia display Integrated intra-oral Camera system Complete system with both display and camera. ■
All Ritter Systems can be integrated with the Renzo intra oral camera.
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RENZO INTRA-ORAL CAMERA ■ ■ ■ ■
High resolution 8 image memory Variable focal range for a large range of applications Uniform illumination that to the multiple LEDs Sophisticated lens design with excellent depth of field.
Close-up
Single Tooth
Quadrant
Full Smile
The sealed glass front panel of the TFT display used on Ritter systems allows effective post procedural disinfection of the surfaces in the same method of the rest of the dental surgery.
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Quality Designed to Stand the Test of Time When you look at the Ritter Contact Series, one of the first things you’ll notice is the solid construction of the components and the durability that Ritter systems offer. Ritter equipment has always had the hard-earned reputation for quality that comes from years of high standards. From the smooth baked enamel finish to the finely engineered internal components, Ritter Contact Line systems are unsurpassed in quality construction. Quality also means reliability and durability, not just for today but for the extended period of the Ritter system’s working life.
All Ritter components are manufactured from the finest ‘fit-for-purpose’ materials currently available. High-impact, solvent-resistant nylon plastics, forged aluminium & steel supports, finely machined brass & copper armatures and fully assembled with bolts & screws (no tack welds or rivets).
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Colours Choose the Right DĂŠcor to Suit your practice
UPHOLSTERY
For Contact and Contact World
Pole Green
Mint Green
Mint Light
Lilac
Atlas Red
Ermine
Mango
Horizon Light
Smoke Blue
Planet Blue
Deep Black
Yellow
Ochre Yellow
Positano Pink
Dark Red
Yellowish Green
Metallic Silver*
Aero Blue
Middle Blue
Night Blue
Nautic Green
Light Green
Metallic Gray*
Traffic White
Marble White
Grey White
Alabaster Grey
Resin Grey
902
904
906
908
910
913
903
905
907
909
912
915
PANELS
Sahara Yellow
Lime Green
UPHOLSTERY
For Contact Lite
901
NOTE: All Ritter Contact Lite systems are produced in white panel finish. PAGE 19
Colours shown may differ due to limitations in the printing process - contact us for sample swatches
Features
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ASSISTANT UNIT Topflex 3 way Syringe High Velocity Suction Line Saliva Ejector Line LED Curing Light Bi– Articulating Support Arm Console Console for Unit Functions Tray Holder for 1 standard tray Suction Placement Valve
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BASIS UNIT Instrument Tray on bi-articulating arm** Removable Porcelain Spittoon Bowl Suction Solids Collector Configuration - centralised suction Configuration - dry suction Configuration - dry suction (amalgam) Configuration - Spittoon Bowl Rinse Valve ABS Water Bottle System Water Heater for Cup Filler Integrated TFT monitor display
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OPERATING LIGHT Starlite Dental Light (24,000lux) Planetlite Dental Light (27,000lux) Removable Fascia for Cleaning Removable Handles for Cleaning Bi-Articulating Swivel Arm Brightness Adjustable
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MISCELLANEOUS Dental Stools Set Satellite Services Box
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CONTACT LITE
CONTACT LITE
DENTIST TABLE Topflex 3 way Syringe 1 ISO-C fibre optic Turbine Line 2 ISO-C fibre optic Turbine Lines 1 EMF40L fibre optic electric motor 2 EMF40L fibre optic electric motors 1 NL400 fibre optic brushless motor ^ 2 NL400 fibre optic brushless motors ^ Ritter EML40 fibre optic scaler LED control panel with speed display Memory settings for instruments Torque Control for electric motor Chair control Panel Instrument Settings Control Panel Water Heater for 3 Way Syringes Spray Heating for Instruments Intra Oral X Ray Viewer Panoramic X ray Viewer * Physiological Saline Solution Pump Tray Holder for 2 standard trays Renzo Intra oral Camera I Panel Multi-Function Foot Control F panel Multi-Function Foot Control
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CONTACT WORLD
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CONTACT
PATIENT CHAIR Programmable Working Positions Safety Switch Assembly Articulating Headrest Double Articulating Headrest Left fixed armrest Right side movable armrest Seamless Upholstery Tempur Visco Elastic Upholstery
CONTACT WORLD
CONTACT
Ritter Contact Series - Inclusions and Options
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* Not available on ‘S’ System delivery models
** Versions differ between models PAGE 20
RITTER: Part of a range of quality dental products from Gritter Dental
Operating Systems
Imaging
Handpieces
Relative Analgesia
Autoclaves
Small Equipment
Compressors
Suction
Ritter equipment is backed up Australia wide by the GRITTER-POINT network of qualified equipment specialists to ensure your Ritter Contact Line system is always supported and kept at maximum effectiveness. You can be sure that the GRITTER-POINT support network will provide you with localised support facilities alongside the Gritter Dental customer service centre to support you wherever you are, on any matter regarding your Ritter dental system. So, whether you are a dentist in Brisbane or Bunbury, be assured GRITTER-POINT will mean you’ll never be alone with your Ritter Equipment.
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