The Essential Resource for the Medical Design Engineering Community
Why Device Makers Must Addressthe Emotional Needs of Consumers
September 1, 2005 7:34 am | Design Continuum | Product Releases | CommentsAs research confirms a direct correlation between a patient's emotional and physical health, designers have to create devices that will make patients and healthcare workers feel confident. The following article shows why this approach is crucial to a device manufacturer's bottom line.
Machining Medical Devices
September 1, 2005 6:23 am | Medical Design Technology | Product Releases | CommentsMachinists producing parts for medical device OEMs face demands for smaller parts, tighter tolerances, faster turnarounds, and new materials. This report, based on interviews with experts in the field, explores these and other topics.
Cleanroom Solution Found With Aid From NASA Program
August 31, 2005 12:21 pm | Space Alliance Technology Outreach Program (Satop) | Product Releases | CommentsIn order to minimize the risk of post-operative infection, medical device manufacturer Anspach Effort must ensure the sterility of its high-speed drill system used for skull and spinal surgery.
Wipers
August 31, 2005 12:21 pm | Product Releases | CommentsKimTech Pure Wipers have been specifically designed for ISO Class 4 and higher cleanrooms. Made of 100 percent polypropylene, they can be autoclaved and EtO sterilized.
Ergonomic Chair
August 31, 2005 12:04 pm | Biofit Engineered Products | Product Releases | CommentsMicrotech high-tech chairs for Class 10 cleanrooms and Class 10 combination clean room/static control applications have been enhanced with ergonomic improvements. Adjustable armrests and additional controls for seat and/or backrest adjustment are now available as options.
Ceiling Filter Module
August 31, 2005 12:04 pm | Clean Air Products Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsSeries 109BL motorized ceiling filter modules are designed for use in tee bar ceiling grid systems and allow ease of installation where overhead space is limited.
High-Precision Robots
August 31, 2005 12:04 pm | Denso Robotics | Product Releases | CommentsFour-, five-, and six-axis robots are offered to medical device manufacturers for payloads of up to 20 kg. All models are available in both standard and cleanroom configurations. Repeatability is as low as 0.015 mm. Easy-to-use software, teaching pendants, and controllers are also offered.
Marking System
August 31, 2005 11:50 am | Kwik Mark Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Kwikmark system is available with a 12 in. x 4 in. marking field and a programmable Z-axis. This design streamlines marking into deep cavities and recesses and is ideal for multiple level marking.
Electrical Test Sets
August 31, 2005 11:50 am | Staco Energy Products Co. | Product Releases | CommentsCustom electrical test sets monitor and control a wide range of variables so that manufacturers of electrical products can accurately test their products.
Flexible Magnet Material
August 31, 2005 11:50 am | Product Releases | CommentsPlastalloy material can be magnetized using various magnetization methods including conventional, two-poles each side, multiple-poles, or custom solutions to suit many medical and dental applications.
Turning Machine
August 31, 2005 11:15 am | Fuji Impulse Co. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Fuji ANS-3100P is a modular machine with one spindle, one turret, and one robot. This highly rigid, hard turning lathe offers built-in automation with the four-axis rack-and-pinion swing arm robot.
Water Purfication
August 31, 2005 11:15 am | Millipore Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThis cost-effective laboratory water purification system is designed for the clinical diagnostic market. The Elix Clinical system is designed for medium-sized clinical analyzers performing chemistry and immunochemistry assays.
Ultrasonic Proximity Sensors
August 31, 2005 11:15 am | Baumer Ltd. | Product Releases | CommentsThese ultrasonic proximity sensors generate a highly focused beam of sound that can access very tight spaces and openings. Just 0.5 in. in diameter and 3.5 to 4.0 in. long, these sensors are designed for small space applications.
Sound Level Monitor
August 31, 2005 11:15 am | Extech Instruments | Product Releases | CommentsAn illuminated signage option is available for the SL120 sound level monitor. A kit now includes an SL120, a 120 VAC adaptor, a single-sided 110 VAC illuminated light box with red translucent face, and an AC alarm relay module with 9 ft cable (SL120K).
EMI/RFI Shielding Gaskets
August 31, 2005 11:15 am | Product Releases | CommentsThree EMI/RFI shielding, beryllium copper, alternate slot gaskets are offered. Extending across the contact radius of these symmetrical profile gaskets, slots alternate from one side to the other. This design enhances the strength of the gasket while maintaining its flexibility.
