Articles
Determining if a Material Makes the Grade for Combination Products
October 9, 2007 4:26 am | CommentsThis presentation—the follow-up to an article that appeared in the May issue—reviews the physical characteristics of the materials used when designing and manufacturing a combination product.
Processes for Rapidly Ensuring a Quality Product
October 9, 2007 4:26 am | CommentsDevice companies are always seeking new methods with which to save time and money in the design and manufacturing processes.
Connection Selection: Identifying Fluid Connector Options
September 10, 2007 9:47 am | Colder Products Company | CommentsSelecting the right fluid line connector can boost performance and bring enhanced benefits to a medical device. However, with a variety of choices between fittings, luers, and couplings, it is difficult to know which offering would be best indicated for a specific application.
Five Basic Steps to Proper Membrane Selection
September 10, 2007 9:47 am | CommentsSelecting a membrane to use with a medical device seems like a relatively simple enough process, however, without careful consideration of a number of key factors, a device can fail as a result of an improper choice.
Compressing the Storage Demands for CT Imaging
September 10, 2007 9:47 am | by Al Wegener | CommentsMedical imaging applications, such as CT scanning, move extremely large amounts of data through a system at a very high rate.
Small Footprint, Big Impact
September 10, 2007 9:46 am | CommentsBy adding robotics to the production line, a company can turbocharge its product quality, reliability, and speed to market. This article will focus on what characteristics should be examined when considering a robotic solution for various tasks.
Practicing Sound Medicine
August 10, 2007 8:34 am | CommentsAudible devices are playing an increasingly critical role in modern healthcare. Unfortunately, device manufacturers may not be aware of all the options available to them when it comes to sound components.
Reviewing Ceramic Advances for Medical Implants
August 10, 2007 8:03 am | CommentsMedical device manufacturers are in a constant search for new and innovative material advances. For implantable devices, they have been seeking alternatives to metal that offer greater advantages. One such material that has been used since the ‘70s is ceramics.
Guidelines for Ball Screw Selection
August 10, 2007 8:03 am | CommentsBall screws can be useful for a variety of medical devices, but ensuring that an application’s requirements are being properly met can be slightly less clear cut. Designers must be familiar with the capabilities of this technology in order to be certain it will fulfill their needs.
Integrating Compliance and Quality Electronically
August 10, 2007 8:03 am | CommentsManaging compliance systems such as those designed to handle product complaints can be a significant burden if a company is still relying primarily on traditional paper-based methods.
Achieving Greater Through-Put Utilizing Automated Inspection
August 10, 2007 8:03 am | CommentsImplementing inspection procedures into the medical device manufacturing cycle helps to ensure a successful outcome through enhanced quality control and effective oversight of delicate processes. By automating these, companies take advantage of additional benefits.
Control in the Palm of Your Hand
August 10, 2007 8:03 am | CommentsSelecting the right control interface can be the key to the success of a device. Without a control that provides the required amount of functionality for the intended application of the device, the unit becomes a less effective tool.
Five Ways to Select an Adhesive Converter That Sticks
August 10, 2007 8:03 am | CommentsIn terms of options, services, and offerings, many adhesive converters may appear to be very much alike, making it difficult for companies to select the right one for their specific application.
Sticking Point: An Examination of Needle and Syringe Force Testing
August 10, 2007 8:03 am | Nelson Laboratories, Inc., Mitutoyo America Corporation, Mts Systems Corp. | CommentsNeedles and syringes must perform precisely to specification or they may seriously limit the ability of a healthcare professional to effectively and safely treat their patient.
Turnkey Enterprise Software Implementation on a Tight Deadline
August 10, 2007 8:03 am | CommentsThe Project: Implement a new tracking solution that could be put in place and ready for auditing within a very tight timeframe. The Solution: Select a solutions provider that has experience in rolling out a compliant software system for life science companies.
