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Addressing HAIs and Antimicrobial Materials (A Roundtable Q&A)
June 10, 2013 3:38 pm | by Scott Fallon, former GM, Global Specialty Products, SABIC Innovative Plastics | Sabic Innovative Plastics | Blogs | CommentsScott Fallon, formerly the general manager of Global Specialty Products for SABIC’S Innovative Plastics business, was a part of the staff written article, “Materials Impact Medical Device Design Trends.” He took time to present a full array of responses that were not able to be included in the article, so they are presented here.
LISTED UNDER: Antimicrobial | Polymers | Gas PlasmaPractical Challenges for Medical Device Coatings
May 30, 2012 10:25 am | by Josh Simon, Ph.D. | Articles | CommentsBefore selecting a device coating, physical properties and provided benefits are not the only consideration for device designers. There are other critical factors that can significantly impact efficacy. This article reviews variables such as sterilization methods, shelf-life, and aging which can all have an adverse impact on the coating.
LISTED UNDER: Abrasion resistant | Anti-corrosive | Antimicrobial
Antimicrobial Options for Medical Devices
February 22, 2012 5:12 am | Product Releases | CommentsClariant’s MEVOPUR® masterbatches now incorporate the newly introduced MedX silver product series from SANITIZED AG, extending the antimicrobial options for the medical device market.
LISTED UNDER: Antimicrobial
Antimicrobial Passes USP and ISO Tests for Biocompatability
December 5, 2008 7:04 am | Biosafe | Product Releases | CommentsManufacturers of medical and pharmaceutical products now have the assurance that that they can benefit from the substantial advantages of an antimicrobial over conventional additives while meeting critical standards of biocompatability.
LISTED UNDER: Antimicrobial
Antimicrobial Permanently and Safely Protects Medical Devices, Healthcare Surfaces
June 24, 2008 5:44 am | Biosafe | Product Releases | CommentsThe antimicrobial protects plastics and nonwoven fabrics from staining, pitting, deterioration, and odor caused by bacteria, mold, mildew, and fungi, without compromising end-product safety.
LISTED UNDER: Antimicrobial | Injection Molding | Micro Molding
Coated Non-Woven Fabric
December 10, 2007 9:53 am | Jen-Coat, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsPolymer coated non-woven fabrics provide barrier reinforcement for medical products such as surgical and isolation gowns, drapes, blankets, cold packs, and disposables.
LISTED UNDER: AntimicrobialCombating Infection at the Nano Level
March 12, 2007 1:18 pm | Articles | CommentsNanotechnology is still very much in the development phase in terms of having a meaningful impact on healthcare treatment options.
LISTED UNDER: Antimicrobial | Medical Device Testing | Silicone
