Time in Perspective

	1957 Medical professionals affiliated with the East Range Clinic formed a company dedicated to the causes and prevention of Noise Induced Hearing Loss. Began to develop custom software for audiometric studies run on a mainframe system.
	1960s HCI was Incorporated in the State of MInnesota. Launched the first and only 6 person mobile auditory testing facility of its kind in the country. Used manually operated audiometers along with the first mechanized tracing audiometers. Continued development of proprietary software supported by extensive research findings.
	1970s HCI purchased by Mr. Dale Drollinger. Launched the first and only 10 person mobile auditory testing facility of its kind in the country. Upgraded their mobile fleet to accommodate automatic, self-recording audiometers with graphical readouts. Further developed computerized reporting capabilities of test data.
	1980s The OSHA Occupational Noise Exposure; Hearing Conservation Amendment 29 CFR 1910.95 became effective. HCI experienced significant growth. HCI provides vision testing services to their clients. Increases and upgraded their mobile fleet to accommodate microprocessor audiometers with digital readouts.
	1990s Mr. Dale Drollinger is succeeded by his daughter, Ms. Cynthia Drollinger. Upgraded their mobile fleet to accommodate the first computer controlled audiometers. These Benson precision instruments revolutionize audiometry. HCI expands services to provide Respirator Fit and Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) to their clients, using the first portable Spirometers. Reincorporates in Illinois as Health Conservation, Inc.
	2000+ 2000+ Completed implementation of major redesign project converting their proprietary software to an Oracle database. This fully integrated system in conjunction with wireless technology provides seamless linkage between users anywhere anytime. Enhanced web cababilites enable clients access to their records, reports, and information through the use of the internet. In 2006 HCI relocated to its new facility where its staff is better equiped than ever to keep moving you forward.