PathWest transitioning from SafetyLok™ butterfly needles to BD UltraTouch™ safety needles

PathWest has commenced a full product conversion from the current Safety-Lok™ Butterfly Wingset to the new BD Ultratouch^TM Push Button Wingset.

What is changing?

From 1 July 2026, PathWest will stock and supply the BD UltraTouch^TM Push Button Wingset. If your clinic intends to order this product through PathWest, it is important that clinical staff are fully trained and confident with the device prior to use.

What this means for your clinic

• We strongly encourage your clinical staff to complete the BD UltraTouch^TM training to ensure they are fully trained and confident before transitioning to the new device.
• The BD UltraTouch^TM Push Button Wingset can be ordered through the usual PathWest supply ordering process from 1 July 2026.

Why this change?

The BD UltraTouch^TM Push Button Wingset is a third-generation safety device designed to enhance both patient comfort and pathology collector safety.

Key benefits include:

• In-vein needle retraction, reducing sharps and blood exposure post-venepuncture,
• Reduced risk of needle stick injuries (NSIs)
• Improved patient comfort during blood collection
• Alignment with best practice safety standards.

Training and support

Training resources are available below. For additional information or support, please contact BD Representative:

Michelle Keir
michelle.keir@bd.com | 0429 910 061

Other resources

• UltraTouchTM e-Learning video
• BD UltraTouchTM brochure
• BD UltraTouch^TM collection wall chart