Peristaltic

Tubing Pumps Offer Improved Performance and Ease of Use

November 20, 2012 4:56 pm | Cole-Parmer | Product Releases | Comments

Masterflex C/L Tubing Pumps from Cole-Parmer now feature a redesigned head with significant mechanical and ergonomic improvements. The new head provides more secure tubing retention...

LISTED UNDER: Peristaltic | Fittings | Peristaltic

Peak Performance Hose Pump

November 20, 2012 4:52 pm | Product Releases | Comments

Bredel, the world leader in peristaltic hose pumps, introduces its new APEX range, the optimized pump designed to suit all dosing, metering and transfer duties between 0.7 - 317 GPH.

LISTED UNDER: Other | Peristaltic | Flow

To Mold, or Extrude, That is the Question

October 17, 2012 4:39 pm | by Robert D. Schwenker and Aaron Updegrove | Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Corp. | Articles | Comments

Selecting the right tubing may not be as straightforward as some medical device designers may think. This article will explore molded and extruded silicone tubing and address two areas that product development engineers should consider when seeking a solution—material differences and manufacturing advantages and limitations.

LISTED UNDER: Extrusion | Injection Molding | Molding

E-LFL Tubing Replaces Masterflex Tygon LFL Tubing

September 17, 2012 10:22 am | Cole-Parmer | Product Releases | Comments

The new Masterflex® Tygon® E-LFL Tubing from Cole-Parmer is now available for use in Masterflex peristaltic pumps. This new Tygon tubing formulation is replacing the discontinued Masterflex LFL tubing from Cole-Parmer.

LISTED UNDER: Thermoplastic Elastomer | Peristaltic

Brushless Motors with Integral Motion Controls Benefit Medical Product Development

June 5, 2012 7:25 am | by John Morehead | Articles | Comments

Product development in medical devices is rapidly embracing the distributed motion benefits of brushless servo motors with integral motion controls for many reasons. The most important is that smart servo motors allow medical device developers to concentrate on and grow their core competencies without having to get into the minutiae of motion control, a specialized field of engineering unto itself.

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Modular Dispensing Robot

December 5, 2011 5:29 am | Product Releases | Comments

Fisnar Inc., a leader in fluid dispensing and dispensing automation systems, is pleased to announce their latest development -the UNITOP™ F5200N.

LISTED UNDER: Control | Peristaltic | Gas Valve

Choosing the Right Motor Technology for Miniature Pumps

July 6, 2011 8:07 am | by Dave Beckstoffer | Articles | Comments

As medical device trends continue toward smaller devices, manufacturers are looking to miniature components for greater capabilities. As such, miniature pumps are being sought that deliver more enhanced performance. However, ensuring the right motor technology is driving the pump to achieve the desired result can be just as great a challenge.

LISTED UNDER: Diaphragm Pump | Vacuum | Peristaltic

Durable and Economical Tubing for Peristaltic Pumps

February 4, 2011 6:47 am | Eldon James Corp. | Product Releases | Comments

EJ BioMed's Flexelene 135C tubing has proven to be one of the most durable and economical products available for use in peristaltic pumps, with a usable-life surpassing 500 hours.

LISTED UNDER: Peristaltic | Peristaltic | PVC Tubing

Peristaltic 400-RX1 Pump for Catheter Washing and Cooling

January 20, 2011 7:09 am | Watson Marlow Pumps Group | Product Releases | Comments

The 400/RX1 peristaltic pump is ideal for catheter washing and cooling applications requiring pressures to 100 psi or flow rates up to 80 ml/min, featuring ergonomic and error-free tube loading and unloading...

LISTED UNDER: Peristaltic | Vacuum | Flow

Peristaltic Pump for Catheter Washing and Cooling

May 26, 2010 6:27 am | Watson Marlow Pumps Group | Product Releases | Comments

The 400/RX1 peristaltic pump is ideal for catheter washing and cooling applications requiring pressures to 100 psi or flow rates up to 80 ml/min.

LISTED UNDER: Peristaltic | Vacuum | Flow

Essential Ingredients for Orthopedic Implants

May 7, 2010 6:02 am | by Tony Listro | Articles | Comments

Metal is no longer the only material option when discussing orthopedic implants. A variety of polymers are being indicated for both long term and bioresorbable devices. Additives and active pharmaceutical ingredients are also being utilized with these materials. This article examines the opportunities realized when using polymers for orthopedic implants.

LISTED UNDER: Peristaltic | Air Pump

The Advantages of Using Peristaltic Aseptic Filling Machines With a 'Single Use' Production Philosophy

April 30, 2010 8:21 am | by Watson-Marlow Flexicon | Articles | Comments

With injectable liquids taking the forefront of the field of new drug development, the market demands a cost-effective and safe way to produce drugs in small batches for specific populations. This article examines the benefits of single-use tubing as an efficient answer to these demands.

LISTED UNDER: Control | Flow | Fittings

Simplified Pump for Catheter Washing and Cooling Applications

March 23, 2010 9:59 am | Watson Marlow Pumps Group | Product Releases | Comments

Due to its precision machined components and spring loaded track, this pump can achieve pressures up to 90 psi, or flow rates up to 100 ml/min. All fluid being pumped is completely contained within the tubing, so cleaning the pump is as simple as replacing a disposable tube-set.

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Variable Speed Peristaltic Pump Offers Accuracy and Reliability

February 18, 2010 7:44 am | Thermo Fisher Scientific | Product Releases | Comments

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. introduced its FH100 variable-speed peristaltic pump for laboratory life-science applications. A newly designed, integrated three-roller pump head allows for fast tubing changes and simple setup and operation.

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114 Flip-Top Pump Offers the Features Manufacturers Want in a Small Package

February 2, 2010 4:23 am | Watson Marlow Pumps Group | Product Releases | Comments

Watson-Marlow (MD&M West Booth 1831) launches its 114 flip-top pump, designed for irrigation, washing, and waste removal applications. The pump features an automatic tube stretch feature for error-free tube loading and consistent fluid flow.

LISTED UNDER: Peristaltic