Perspectives on Looking Back and What's Ahead (Part I)
December 11, 2008 7:34 am | by Elfie Schwarzinger | Mega Electronics, Inc. | Articles | CommentsThis year has presented a variety of important headlines affecting everyone throughout the medical device industry, whether centered around emerging technologies, challenges in finance, or legal affairs. Further, it is exciting to wonder what the coming new year will bring.
LISTED UNDER: Business Planning | Microbiology/Chemical Testing | Full Service Contract ManufacturingPatent Protection 101
October 13, 2008 12:07 pm | Articles | CommentsPatent protection is an aspect of business that concerns many, but truly understood by few. It is a critical piece of any new technology development venture and as such, engineers must be aware of the steps they need to take to safeguard an invention against competitors or counterfeiters.
LISTED UNDER: Patents/Trademarks | Microbiology/Chemical Testing | Medical Device TestingThe ‘Ins’ and ‘Outs’ of Parylene Coating
October 9, 2008 6:06 am | Articles | CommentsThis article reviews the two process alternatives available to users of protective Parylene conformal coating: relying on an external custom coating provider, or establishing in-house coating capabilities.
LISTED UNDER: Parylene | Biocompatibility Testing | Microbiology/Chemical TestingThe 'Ins' and 'Outs' of Parylene Coating
October 9, 2008 6:06 am | Articles | CommentsThis article reviews the two process alternatives available to users of protective Parylene conformal coating: relying on an external custom coating provider, or establishing in-house coating capabilities.
LISTED UNDER: Parylene | Biocompatibility Testing | Microbiology/Chemical TestingPerspectives on First Step in Design (Part V)
May 22, 2008 11:49 am | Pilgrim Software, Inc. | 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: Injection Molding | Biocompatibility Testing | Microbiology/Chemical 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 WeldingPerspectives 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 in Molding
May 6, 2008 11:23 am | Articles | CommentsWhat will medical device manufacturers have to look forward to in terms of molding for their
LISTED UNDER: Prototyping | Rapid Prototyping | Injection MoldingMaintain Compliance and Ensure Safety through Efficient Label Design
March 11, 2008 9:50 am | Articles | CommentsSafety labels seem like a basic enough component of a product to not warrant serious consideration, but for medical device manufacturers, that type of thinking could lead to serious consequences.
LISTED UNDER: Labeling | Microbiology/Chemical Testing | Medical Device TestingRTOS Platform Preserves Proven IP and Enables New Features
March 11, 2008 6:31 am | Articles | CommentsThe Project: Preserve prior IP investments in long-lifecycle applications while also enabling new features to be introduced without compatibility issues.
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Sterilization Resistant Coating
February 15, 2008 9:34 am | Master Bond, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsEP42HT-2 is a room temperature curable two component epoxy, adhesive, coating, casting, and sealant material featuring high temperature resistance along with outstanding chemical resistance.
LISTED UNDER: Epoxy | Microbiology/Chemical Testing | Medical Device Testing
Test Connectors
January 10, 2008 10:59 am | Fastest Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsCapable of sealing down to 0.015 inches OD, the ME001 connector is designed for leak testing infusion set and drug delivery devices. Its compact 0.
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Elastomer Enhances Clearweld Laser Technology
October 11, 2007 10:01 am | Eastman Chemical Company | Product Releases | CommentsCreating successful medical applications that deliver effective, safe, and accurate patient solutions often requires forging partnerships with the right mix of technological know-how. Natvar, a manufacturer of extruded products for the medical market, and Gentex Corp.
LISTED UNDER: Elastomers | Microbiology/Chemical Testing | Laser WeldingThe Next Evolution of Parylene Coating
October 9, 2007 4:26 am | Specialty Coating Systems | Articles | CommentsParylene is an excellent option for medical device manufacturers seeking a device coating for their product. Unfortunately, specific factors limit its use in certain applications. A new variation offers benefits that address these concerns.
LISTED UNDER: Parylene | Biocompatibility Testing | Microbiology/Chemical TestingReviewing Ceramic Advances for Medical Implants
August 10, 2007 8:03 am | Articles | CommentsMedical device manufacturers are in a constant search for new and innovative material advances. For implantable devices, they have been seeking alternatives to metal that offer greater advantages. One such material that has been used since the ‘70s is ceramics.
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