The Essential Resource for the Medical Design Engineering Community
MDT Exclusive: Control Valve
August 31, 2005 8:56 am | Afa Controls, Llc | Product Releases | CommentsThe MEMS (micro-electro-mechanical-systems) valve uses electrostatic force to direct the flow of inert gases. It offers clean service by eliminating solenoids, spools, springs, and internal seals.
Splayed Pin Fin Heat Sink
August 31, 2005 8:56 am | Cool Innovations, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe UltraCool P line of splayed pin fin heat sinks generates a cooling premium of 20 to 30 percent over standard pin fin heat sinks, when operating in low air speed environments and in the natural convection mode. The pin fins feature an array of round pins that are splayed outwards.
Scara Robot
August 31, 2005 6:41 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe TH1050 Scara robot is built from the ground up to perform high-speed operations. Featuring a low-profile, duct-less design and heavy-duty housing, this robot offers the stability and configuration to achieve rapid performance. It reaches composite speeds of 8.
MDT Exclusive: Diaphragm Pump
August 31, 2005 6:41 am | Product Releases | CommentsUsing an innovative twin-head design, the Model 1420 miniature diaphragm pump achieves higher flows than conventional standard diaphragm pumps of the same physical size. The durable, oil-less pump is designed for applications requiring high flow in an extremely compact package.
Integral Bushing and Stud Shaft Wheels
August 31, 2005 6:41 am | Bishop-Wisecarver Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsDualVee integral bushing and stud shaft wheels have a one-piece design in which the wheel bearing inner raceway is ground into the wheel bushing or wheel stud shaft. This design yields a lower profile and increased rigidity, resulting in up to 84 percent less deflection.
Wire EDM (2265)
August 31, 2005 6:41 am | Gf Agie Charmilles | Product Releases | CommentsThe Robofil 6050TW twin-wire machine accommodates larger parts, machining workpieces up to 49.61 x 24.02 x 14.17 in. The machine features high-precision glass scales that measure increments down to 0.05 µm.
Self-Locking Design Safeguardsthe Reliability of Medical Lasers
August 31, 2005 5:34 am | Spiralock Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe Project: Prevent warranty issues by eliminating the possibility of laser misalignment during shipping or handling. The Solution: Use a self-locking fastener designed to resist loosening even under heavy loads and severe vibrations.
Marking/Coding Site
August 15, 2005 9:04 am | News | Product Releases | CommentsVideojet Technologies Inc. has redesigned its website to help visitors find information on marking and coding solutions for a variety of applications. Brochures, case studies, white papers, and material safety data sheets are now searchable. Information: www.videojet.com .
Servo Motors
August 15, 2005 9:04 am | News | Product Releases | CommentsAnimatics, a patent holder for integrated servo motors, has released a catalog that features both integrated servos built on traditional high-speed brushless SmartMotor servo motor platforms and new fully commutated “servoed” ServoStep step motor platforms. Information: www.animatics.com .
Meter Mix Dispense Systems
August 15, 2005 9:04 am | News | Product Releases | CommentsSealant Equipment & Engineering Inc.’s new catalog, “Meter Mix Dispense Systems for Adhesives,
Metal Tubing
August 15, 2005 9:04 am | News | Product Releases | CommentsMicroGroup offers a resource for both medical design engineers and purchasing personnel.
CAPA Process White Paper
August 15, 2005 9:04 am | News | Product Releases | Comments“How to Kick-Start Your CAPA Process,” an industry white paper offered by MasterControl Inc. and PathWise Inc.
FDA Inspection Guidance
August 15, 2005 9:04 am | News | Product Releases | CommentsThe 2005-2006 edition of the “Investigations Operations Manual” (IOM) is available. IOM is the primary guidance document on FDA inspection policy and procedures for field investigators and inspectors.
Standards/Requirements Store
August 15, 2005 9:04 am | News | Product Releases | CommentsThe ETL SEMKO division of Intertek has launched the Intertek Standards Store, an online store containing more than 1 million technical documents, industry standards, and requirements. It offers the latest conformity assessment standards including IEC 60601-1 and UL 60601-1. Information: www.
Predictive/Preventive Maintenance Site
August 15, 2005 9:04 am | News | Product Releases | CommentsFluke, a leader in test and measurement products and services, has launched a website with tools and educational material on predictive and preventive maintenance in a wide range of environments. Information: www.fluke.com/pdm .
