Versatile Dispensing Systems Offer Accuracy and Consistency
July 17, 2012 9:07 am | Dymax Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsDymax Corporation’s new Model 475 valve dispensing systems utilize a pneumatic, normally closed diaphragm valve to accurately dispense low- to high-viscosity fluids. The design of the internal diaphragm and adjacent parts prevents migration of fluid into the actuating section within the valve.
LISTED UNDER: Dispense | Air Filter
5 Factors to Identifying the Best Leak Tester for You
July 10, 2012 2:46 pm | by Joe Pustka | Uson, L.P. | Articles | CommentsThe laws of physics that determine the best match leak test methods have not changed. What has changed is the technology available—both the leak testers and the automation for full or semi-automated test and assembly machinery—that make one or another leak tester the best match technology. This article reviews five factors that need to be considered to ensure the best choice is made.
LISTED UNDER: Leak Testing | Cleanroom Assembly | Control
Roundtable Q&A: Testing & Inspection
July 10, 2012 2:01 pm | National Instruments Corporation | Articles | CommentsQuestion 1: What are the common missteps OEMs make when planning a testing solution for their medical devices?
LISTED UNDER: Clinical Testing | Medical Device Testing | Other Testing Services
Logic Valves Can be Used to Produce Unlimited Variety of Functions
July 2, 2012 2:38 pm | Bosch Rexroth Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsWith its new, actively controllable 2/2 directional cartridge valve LC2A-1X, Rexroth opens up a virtually unlimited variety of functions in hydraulics using highly available standard parts.
LISTED UNDER: Other | Control | Flow
Accurate In-line Moisture Analysis Now Available for Medical Molders
June 19, 2012 8:58 am | Product Releases | CommentsNOVATEC, Inc. introduced the MoistureMaster™ polymer moisture sensor system at NPE 2012. This proven technology automatically displays resin moisture content in real time, thus eliminating the need for time consuming manual...
LISTED UNDER: Sensors | Control
One Handed Hemostasis Valve Y Connector for use with Multiple Guidewires
June 19, 2012 5:52 am | Qosina | Product Releases | CommentsQosina is pleased to present the latest innovation in component technology, a One Handed Hemostasis Valve Y Connector (#80448) that allows independent manipulation of multiple guidewires. The genuine one hand
LISTED UNDER: Valves | Control | Flow
Fast Cure and Flashless LIMS
June 14, 2012 10:56 am | Product Releases | CommentsShin-Etsu Silicones of America recently premiered advanced technical demonstrations with industry leading equipment partners at NPE 2012. The demos featured Shin-Etsu’s KEG-2000 LIMS...
LISTED UNDER: Equipment/Tools | Services | Plastics & Elastomers
Pump with Replaceable Syringe
June 11, 2012 10:36 am | Norgren Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsNew from Norgren, Inc., an inline pump features a cartridge syringe that can be replaced on-site in seconds with no tools required. Now users of clinical chemistry equipment
LISTED UNDER: Proportional | Miniature Valve | Control
Balanced Solenoid Valve
June 11, 2012 10:16 am | Humphrey Products Company | Product Releases | CommentsHumphrey Products proudly announces the introduction of the 153 Balanced Solenoid Valve, the first edition in our latest generation of direct-acting valve technology.
LISTED UNDER: Flow | Solenoid Valve
Perspectives on Design Challenges
June 5, 2012 10:37 am | Articles | CommentsWould you please share one of the most challenging design obstacles you have faced in the development of a medical device?
LISTED UNDER: Control | Flow | Solenoid ValveApplying Tech: Portable Medical, Part III
June 5, 2012 9:56 am | Articles | CommentsHow are you influencing portable medical devices?
LISTED UNDER: Vacuum | Injection Molding | ControlApplying Tech: Portable Medical, Part I
June 5, 2012 9:36 am | Articles | CommentsHow are you influencing portable medical devices?
LISTED UNDER: Miniature Valve | Control | Flow
Pinch It: Contamination-Free Fluid Management Using Pinch Valves
May 30, 2012 12:09 pm | by Don Harris | Bimba Manufacturing Company | Articles | CommentsTransferring fluids in healthcare applications can be a complicated procedure when trying to ensure there is no contamination from outside surfaces. Pinch valves offer a solution via a pinching mechanism that “pumps” the fluid through the tubing. This article examines the technology, offers considerations for selection, and highlights the types of tubing that are best suited for use.
LISTED UNDER: Compressor | Actuators | Cylinders
Laser Micromachining for Manufacturing of Medical Implants
May 29, 2012 12:35 pm | by David L. Wall | Resonetics, LLC | Articles | CommentsOver the last four to five decades, the use of medical implants for therapeutic applications has exploded. Fueled not only by a better understanding of human physiology, but also by the development of minimally invasive procedures and advances in biocompatible materials, these devices challenged conventional manufacturing methods. Accordingly, the advent of laser micromachining technology has enabled many of these advances.
LISTED UNDER: Laser Micro-Machining | Laser Machining | Micro-machining
Microfluidic Valves
May 17, 2012 10:02 am | Product Releases | CommentsBukert Life Science releases Microfluidic valves with Twin Power technology, now available in three sizes – 10mm, 16mm, and 22mm. Twin Power technology combines the...
LISTED UNDER: Flow | Solenoid Valve
