Thermal Management: Solving Bigger Challenges in Smaller Devices
July 25, 2012 4:19 pm | by Michael Bucci | Thermacore, Inc. | Articles | CommentsDeveloping medical devices that are smaller yet offer more functionality is challenge enough. Designers, however, also have to deal with the additional heat that is generated from these devices. This article looks at a number of heat related concerns in today’s medical device designs and outlines a number of available solutions that can be used to address the problem.
LISTED UNDER: Biocompatibility Testing | Medical Device Testing | Component Testing
Thomas’ Line of Pumps and Compressors Offer a Broad Range of Pressure and Vacuum Options
July 24, 2012 9:10 am | Gardner Denver | Product Releases | CommentsThomas’ line of twin piston pumps and compressors are designed to withstand the most demanding applications. Comprised of the 2660/2668 Series, these pumps and compressors feature air flows to 5.3 cfm (148.7 l/min), pressures to 160 psi (11 bar) and maximum vacuum to 99% of local barometer (990 mbar).
LISTED UNDER: Piston | Compressor | Vacuum
Rapid Growth of Additive Manufacturing Disrupts Traditional Manufacturing Process Companies
July 11, 2012 9:39 am | by David Burns | Articles | CommentsAdditive manufacturing is exploding on the manufacturing scene as leading companies are transitioning from “analog” to “digital” manufacturing in order to recognize cost saving and design benefits not possible through traditional manufacturing , said Dave Burns, President and COO of ExOne.
LISTED UNDER: 3D Modeling | CAD | Prototyping
Clariant and TOPAS Advanced Polymers Collaborate to Develop Glass-Like Colors Ideal for Medical Devices and Pharmaceutical Packaging
July 10, 2012 11:20 am | Clariant Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsClariant Masterbatches and TOPAS Advanced Polymers are working together to bring bright, clear colors to medical devices and packaging made of TOPAS* cyclic olefin copolymer (COC). The new Clariant color concentrates and pre-color compounds are part of the MEVOPUR® family of products developed and manufactured for customers whose applications call for risk control, consistency of product and regulatory compliance. At Pharmapack North America being held in Philadelphia, PA, Clariant is exhibiting in booth F714 and TOPAS is in booth F826.
LISTED UNDER: Glass | Air Pump
Understanding EMC principles saves medical compliance testing costs
June 19, 2012 9:57 am | by Donald L. Sweeney | Blogs | CommentsFred is a well respected engineer in the medical industry. He has worked hard designing a new IV Pump and proudly presents it to a test lab for its final compliance testing. But to his dismay it utterly fails its EN 60601-1-2 EMC testing.
LISTED UNDER: Medical Device Testing | Component Testing | Air Pump
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
Medical Ceramic Materials, Components and Assemblies
June 8, 2012 8:33 am | Morgan Technical Ceramics | Product Releases | CommentsThe extensive range of products for medical devices displayed at MD&M East demonstrates MTC’s superior capabilities in the medical market. These include custom ceramic sensors...
LISTED UNDER: Sensors | Vacuum | Piezoelectrics
Balloon Tubing – The Key to Good Balloons
May 30, 2012 12:43 pm | by Apur Lathiya | Articles | CommentsAs more medical device OEMs invent new ways to navigate the tortuous anatomy and open up clogged arteries, one constant remains—without high quality balloon tubing, producing high quality balloons consistently can be a real challenge. This article will highlight some of the considerations in manufacturing balloon tubing from Polyamide or Polyamide co-polymer materials.
LISTED UNDER: Medical Device Testing | Component Testing | Air Pump
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
Diaphragm Liquid DC Pump
March 19, 2012 7:06 am | Thomas Division | Product Releases | CommentsThe Thomas 1210 Series Diaphragm Liquid DC pump features the REFLEX valve (patent pending) design that provides a bubble-free liquid flow.
LISTED UNDER: Diaphragm Pump | Diaphragm Pump | Vacuum
Pump Handles Air Sensitive, Crystallizing Fluids
February 24, 2012 5:25 am | Fluid Metering, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsFMI’s miniature “H” Series Pump Heads are now available with an isolation gland to provide a fluid barrier between the pumped process fluid and atmosphere. These pumps are ideal for maintenance-free...
LISTED UNDER: Crystals/Oscillators/Piezoelectrics | Fittings | Air Pump
Lightweight DC Compressor
February 9, 2012 6:01 am | Thomas Division | Product Releases | CommentsDesigned for air seats, light-duty air suspension and other mobile applications, the Thomas 135 Series DC WOB-L® compressor is a compact, lightweight intermittent-duty pump.
LISTED UNDER: Lamps and Lights | Compressor | CylindersAddressing Flow Pulsation in Medical Device Pumps
January 6, 2012 6:39 am | by William Fleming | Dynaflo Pumps | Articles | CommentsDiaphragm-type vacuum pumps are often ideally suited for a variety of medical devices. Unfortunately, flow pulsation can offer a challenge to developers, specifically in flow measurement and control. This article will focus on some simple techniques for reliable and repeatable measurement of flow and pressure, particularly where the pumped media is air or an otherwise compressible gas.
LISTED UNDER: Compressor | Diaphragm Pump | Vacuum
Diaphragm Micropump For Air And Gases
January 6, 2012 5:45 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe KNF “Type NMP05” diaphragm micropump for sampling air and gases combines high performance with precision miniature packaging to deliver smooth-running...
LISTED UNDER: Diaphragm Pump | Diaphragm Pump | VacuumRoundtable Q & A: Machining
January 5, 2012 11:36 am | by Igor Lukash and Mike McCormick | Gateway Laser Services | Articles | CommentsIn this month’s “Roundtable Q&A,” industry leaders provide insights on machining topics, including benefits of machining, use of lasers, and areas of growth for machined components.
LISTED UNDER: Laser Micro-Machining | Laser Machining | Precision Machining
