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Considerations and Complexities of Catheter Design & Development
May 29, 2013 12:00 pm | by Sean Lynn, Engineering Manager, Teleflex Medical OEM | Teleflex Medical OEM | Articles | CommentsThe extrusion of medical tubing can be a relatively “simple” task or it can present a number of challenges; it all depends on the application, materials to be used, etc. This article will focus on single lumen tubing and take a walk through a selection of the options available to the designer from the simplest to the most complex.
LISTED UNDER: Extrusion Equipment | Extrusion | Coextrusions/ParatubingHelix Medical Completes 50% Acquisition of Cambus Medical
January 31, 2013 3:15 pm | Helix Medical | News | CommentsHelix Medical, LLC, a global manufacturer for the medical device and healthcare industries, today announced the completion of a 50% acquisition of Cambus Medical, a Galway, Ireland-based medical technology company. This proposed transaction was initially announced in August 2012 to be completed in January 2013.
LISTED UNDER: Angioplasty Balloons | Extrusion | Silicon Molding
Extrusion: Beyond Simple Tubing
October 25, 2012 3:47 pm | by Sean Fenske | Pexco, LLC | Articles | CommentsMedical device manufacturers have traditionally relied on their extrusion supply partners for affordable medical tubing for a variety of application areas. However, more and more, these OEMs are seeking greater capabilities and more design solutions from these same supply parterners. This article looks at how medical extrusion is impacting device development today.
LISTED UNDER: Extrusion | Injection Molding | Micro Molding
A Matter of Materials: Extrusion
October 19, 2012 3:01 pm | by Mathew Bills and Robert LaDuca | Duke Empirical | Articles | CommentsNew material offerings are critical to medical device manufacturers as they provide new opportunities in the development of cutting edge technologies. This three-part round-up features three new materials that are impacting medical device manufacturing in the areas of adhesives/coatings, molding, and extrusion. This part focuses on extrusion.
LISTED UNDER: Extrusion | Polyurethane | PTFE
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 | CommentsSelecting 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.
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Tri-layer Co-Extrusion Process Ensures No Delamination Between Layers
August 13, 2012 10:54 am | Interface Catheter Solutions | Product Releases | CommentsInterface Catheter Solutions tri-layer extrusion comprises an outer layer, a core layer, and an intermediate tie layer. The tri-layer tubing is coextruded so it is not subject to delamination.
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Endotoxin Testing Proves Extrusion Process Is Pyrogen-Free
January 27, 2012 6:28 am | Interface Catheter Solutions | Product Releases | CommentsIndependent statistically significant test results by a leading laboratory have shown that Interface Extrusion extruded solely in a clean room environment is free of pyrogens.
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Low Volume Microcrosshead for Microextrusion
January 19, 2012 6:33 am | B&H Tool Co. Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsB&H Tool Company, a world leader in extrusion tooling technology, has introduced the industry's lowest volume microcrosshead. The BH25A MicroCrosshead with Spiral Deflector...
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Extrusion Mandrel Features Biocompatible PTFE Coating
September 14, 2011 5:52 am | Applied Plastics Co. Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsAn extrusion mandrel for manufacturing and forming catheter tubing that provides a smooth, slippery surface to permit faster production is available from Applied Plastics Co., Inc.
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Micro-Sized Components for Medical Extrusion
August 10, 2011 10:14 am | by Fernando L. Lopez | Interface Catheter Solutions | Articles | CommentsMiniature-sized components are critical for medical devices being developed today. One important component fabrication option that enables tight component tolerances is extrusion. Whether for tubing or components, this process offers a number of benefits to engineers. This article reviews several distinct advantages of using this process that every engineer should know.
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How to Optimize Precision for Small-Diameter Medical Extrusion
July 11, 2011 10:49 am | by Mike Pulhalla | Articles | CommentsDespite innovations concerning resins in medical devices, extrusion processing challenges still occur. If one has trouble maintaining the high precision required for smaller diameters, thinner walls, and tighter tolerances common to medical tubing and other products, four pieces of advice should be followed.
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Expanded Extrusion Product Offering to Full-Service, Custom Medical Extrusion
April 13, 2011 6:56 am | Interface Catheter Solutions | Product Releases | CommentsInterface Catheter Solutions announces a major expansion of its extrusion offering beyond high-quality balloon tubing to full-service, custom medical extrusion.
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Extrusions Made in Any Thermoplastic
February 1, 2011 6:56 am | Duke Empirical | Product Releases | CommentsDuke Extrusion offers extrusions made in any thermoplastic, custom engineered for the application. Stock tubings and custom extrusions are available, and the company offers a one week standard lead time with expedited service available.
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Complex Thermoplastic Extrusions Offered for Medical Devices
September 13, 2010 12:59 pm | Helix Medical | Product Releases | CommentsHelix Medical LLC, a custom manufacturer for the medical device and healthcare industry, offers complex thermoplastic extrusions for medical devices.
LISTED UNDER: Extrusion | Extrusion Equipment | Plastics
Continuous Vulcanization Extrusion Tooling Adapts Latest Medical Advancements
May 25, 2010 6:08 am | Guill Tool & Engineering Co., Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Series CV 500 tooling from Guill Tool & Engineering Inc. combines elements of its modular design from Guill’s 800 medical series as well as its highly successful polymer/rubber extrusion heads.
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