Aluminium Connectors are Ultra-Light
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Fischer Connectors, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Fischer AluLite connectors improve efficiency in product development by saving weight. Available in a wide range of colors, the connectors easily integrate with product design while also offering a flexible color coding system.
LISTED UNDER: Connectors | Product DesignTransforming Device Development Through Human Factors Engineering
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Articles | CommentsRigorous human factors testing and iterative product design are critical in the development of medication infusion devices, particularly with the current emphasis on preventing medication errors in the hospital setting.
LISTED UNDER: Product-Safety/Performance Testing | Medical Device Testing | Medical Device TestingLaser Coder Features High Speeds, Flexible Integration
July 21, 2008 5:19 am | Videojet Technologies Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThis laser marking system provides best-in-class speeds for high-throughput lines and an IP65-rated housing for increased reliability, even in dirty and wet environments.
LISTED UNDER: Laser MarkingEnvironmentally Green Surface Treatment for Polymer-to-Metal Bonding of Medical Components
July 14, 2008 4:54 am | Plasmatech, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsPlasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition coating technology provides a green alternative for bonding or over molding metal components.
LISTED UNDER: Surface TreatmentFast, 10-Day Turnaround on Prototype Custom Rubber Parts
July 9, 2008 6:00 am | Rubber Industries | Product Releases | CommentsCompany has announced a new service for operators needing prototype custom rubber parts for accelerated time-to-market projects. From print to part in 10 days, designers can evaluate and test various rubber formulations simultaneously.
LISTED UNDER: PrototypingPerspectives on First Step in Design (Part IV)
May 22, 2008 11:40 am | Protek Power | Articles | CommentsThe idea has been thought up, the "napkin sketch" has been made, and the project is ready to move forward. So what's the first "real" step in the design process? This was the question for the participants in this month's Perspectives feature.
LISTED UNDER: Prototyping | Rapid Prototyping | Power SuppliesPerspectives on First Step in Design (Part III)
May 22, 2008 11:28 am | Dukane Corporation | Articles | CommentsThe idea has been thought up, the "napkin sketch" has been made, and the project is ready to move forward. So what's the first "real" step in the design process? This was the question for the participants in this month's Perspectives feature.
LISTED UNDER: Power Supplies | Product DesignPerspectives on First Step in Design (Part II)
May 22, 2008 11:12 am | Analog Devices | Articles | CommentsThe idea has been thought up, the “napkin sketch” has been made, and the project is ready to move forward. So what’s the first “real” step in the design process? This was the question for the participants in this month’s Perspectives feature.
LISTED UNDER: Medical Device Testing | Component Testing | Product DesignFirst Step in Design
May 8, 2008 8:43 am | Astrodyne Corporation | Articles | CommentsThe idea has been thought up, the "napkin sketch" has been made, and the project is ready to move forward. So what's the first "real" step in the design process? This was the question for the participants in this month's Perspectives feature.
LISTED UNDER: Micro Molding | Power Supplies | Wire and CableDesigning for Obsolescence in Outsourced Product Development
May 8, 2008 8:42 am | Articles | CommentsElectronic components used in medical devices can often experience much shorter lifecycles than the products in which they are used. With the additional challenges that come from replacing a part in a finished device, it is best to be as prepared for this inevitable process as possible.
LISTED UNDER: Product Design | Electronic Components | Medical Device TestingLaser Joining Technology Furthers Miniaturization Capabilities
May 8, 2008 8:42 am | Articles | CommentsMicrowelding provides the medical device industry with yet another manufacturing solution option that enables OEMs to achieve further miniaturization of their products. It can be an ideal alternative to additive joining processes for a number of reasons.
LISTED UNDER: Welding | Microbiology/Chemical Testing | Laser WeldingDriving Design Excellence With Test
May 8, 2008 8:40 am | Articles | CommentsEffective data collection methods and quality test systems are critical elements in ensuring medical device design success.
LISTED UNDER: Product-Safety/Performance Testing | Prototyping | Rapid PrototypingPerspectives On Miniaturization (Part III)
May 7, 2008 8:08 am | Hypertronics | Articles | CommentsIn the March and April issues of MDT, Perspectives presented the experiences of industry experts in facing the challenges of miniaturization of medical devices and the components used to make them.
LISTED UNDER: Micro Molding | Micro-machining | Insert Micro MoldingPerspectives on Miniaturization
May 7, 2008 7:57 am | Omnetics Connector Corp. | Articles | CommentsMaking medical devices smaller is a regular challenge for manufacturers, as well as their supply and service partners. Enabling these products to do more while taking up less space is a task every member in the process is responsible for accomplishing.
LISTED UNDER: Prototyping | Rapid Prototyping | Injection MoldingPerspectives on Metal in Healthcare
May 6, 2008 11:38 am | Able Electropolishing Co., Inc. | Articles | CommentsMetal is a tried and true material used in a variety of applications in the human body because it offers strength, durability, and reliability. Unfortunately, like most materials, it also has its downside and new materials being introduced may become better alternatives.
LISTED UNDER: Electropolishing

