Services
Component Fabrication
Direct Metal Laser Sintering
Gpi PrototypeGPI Prototype announced that it has completed the installation of a third DMLS machine from EOS. The additional EOSINT M 270 joins the EOSINT M270 & M280 machines currently being used...
Ultrafast Laser Micromachining
Jp Sercel Associates, Inc. (Jpsa)JP Sercel Associates, Inc. (JPSA), a world leader in advanced laser micro machining, announces expansion of their Ultrafast processing capabilities. Utilizing innovative laser beam delivery techniques...
Machining System
Mikron Corp.The Multifast is a modular, rotary table machine that grows with the user's production requirements and adapts itself, problem-free, to changing machining operations and lot sizes.
Design/Manufacturing Services
Innovations Series Presents: Manufacturing in Orthopedics
AccellentThe demands of the medical device marketplace require companies to deliver products to market faster while reducing expenses.
Die Cut Parts Delivered in 2 to 5 Days
Interstate Specialty Products, Inc.A new speed-to-market prototype program that delivers precision digital dieless cut parts to help OEMs meet fast product development cycles is being introduced by Interstate Specialty Products, Inc.
Measuring Up Lean: The Journey Towards Operational Excellence
Duggan & Associates IncLean manufacturing is commonly associated with automotive manufacturers but medical device makers are rapidly discovering the advantages of using it in their marketplace.
Electronic Components
User Programmable Rotary Sensors
Novotechnik U.S., Inc.Novotechnik U.S. announces the EasyAdapt Programming Tool for their Programmable Vert-X line of rotary angle sensors and encoders designated Vert-X MH-C2. The EasyAdapt Tool enables easy and fast programming of sensors...
High-Voltage Power Supplies Feature Lower Power Output
Ultra Volt, Inc.The "V" Series and "M" Series represent a stark difference from the company's previous product line, specifically due to their small size and lower power output.
Planetary Gearmotors Offer High-Yield Torque for Small Spaces
Groschopp, Inc.Available in 3 sizes and multiple gear ratios, Groschopp’s new i-series gearboxes are ideal for applications that have stringent space limitations yet require a high yield torque and increased efficiency. Available with AC, PMDC and Brushless motors, the i-series gearbox has been pre-engineered with a custom design interface to mate with Groschopp motors.
Facility Equipment/Software
FDA 21 CFR 11 Compliance Software
Iconics, Inc.GENESIS32 makes it easy to create applications that comply with the latest FDA regulations. Audit trails, enforced logins, and restricted security access are integrated into every GENESIS32 software system.
Microscope Automation System Controls Up To 16 Axes
Prior Scientific, Inc.Prior Scientific introduces the ProScanTMIII Microscope Automation System, an advancement in microscope automation.
Programmable Dispensing System Offers Continuous Flow Option
Fluid Metering, Inc.The Sensata is a programmable dispensing system that uses precision stepper motors to control a variety of the company's patented valveless piston pumps. It has a range from 500 nanoliters per dispense to 2 liters per minute continuous flow.
Fluid/Air Transfer
Product Selector Simplifies Selection in Connector Portfolio
FciThis product portfolio helps designers of printed circuit board assemblies complete mezzanine designs faster, easier, and with less risk.
Hybrid Technology Powers New Integrated Connectors
Colder Products CompanyThe Mini Hybrid Connector integrates air lines and electronics into a compact, single connection point for remote tools on medical devices and equipment, reducing misconnections and enhancing patient therapy outcomes.
Vacuum Pumps Feature Energy-Saver Version
Anver Corp.JB Series single stage vacuum pumps are air-powered venturi style pumps that incorporate one-piece anodized aluminum bodies, brass internal nozzles, and achieve a 27 in. Hg vacuum with low flow rates from 1.2 to 9 CFM.
Hardware
Quick Disconnects
Beswick Engineering Co., Inc.This ultra-miniature M3 threaded quick disconnect assembly is comprised of a brass internal end and a stainless steel external end. The entire assembly weighs only 3.4 grams. The internal end is designed with an automatic shut-off valve and an M3 internal thread. It is only about 16.
In-Line Manifolds
Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc.This line of aluminum in-line manifolds comes uniquely designed with a bottom T-slot that allows for fast and secure installation. Available in 4-, 6-, 8-, or 10-station, these manifolds provide easy access for grouping valves, fittings, or other pneumatic components.
Electronic Pressure Regulator
ProportionairThe QB3 is an electronic pressure regulator that uses replaceable o-rings as seats and seals. If an application requires special elastomers or materials, all o-rings and seals are replaceable or exchangeable for a new or different elastomer.
Materials
Medical-Grade Engineering Polymers
Ticona Engineering PolymersTicona is the leading global supplier of medical-grade engineering polymers. Applications include drug delivery systems such as dry powder inhalers and insulin pens, surgical instruments and fibers.
Rigid, Electrically Conductive Film For Stable Z-Axis Conductivity
Adhesives Research, Inc.This electrically conductive film, ARcare 95000, is offered for use in medical devices that require low resistance and highly reliable Z-axis conductivity. It is a 4.0 mil (0.
Variable Diameter Cable Ferrite Mitigates RFI and EMI
Leader Tech Inc.One of the easiest ways to mitigate unwanted RFI/EMI is to install a cable mounted ferrite on both power and data transmission cables.
Packaging/Sterilization
Label Printer Systems with Lifetime Warranty
K-Sun CorporationK-Sun is introducing the new PEARLabel® 270 and PEARLabel® 360 label printers with an unrivaled lifetime warranty, mobile printing app, wider formats, new intuitive software and expanded bar coding...
Bringing Sterilization Inside
Steris CorporationSmith & Nephew Orthopaedics, a global provider of trauma and joint replacement systems for knees, hips, and shoulders, has begun to sterilize devices in-house.
Technical Support
Steris Isomedix ServicesTechTeam is a sterilization technical support group that helps revalidate existing sterilization processes, develop new product validations, examine materials for medical devices, and assist with gamma, EtO, and electron beam sterilization needs.
Testing
Camera Offers Simultaneous Dual Wavelength Imaging
Hamamatsu Corp.Hamamatsu Photonics introduces the ORCA-D2, a high-sensitivity camera for simultaneous dual wavelength imaging that features two CCD devices and interchangeable optical blocks.
Rechargeable Battery Technology for Portable Medical Applications
Micro Power Electronics, Inc.In the ongoing movement to establish more wireless options for medical devices, concerns over adequate power sources become a primary issue for manufacturers. This exclusive article will examine Lithium-ion technology and analyze the essential components of the battery pack. By Dr.
Catheter-Based Products
Teleflex Medical OEMTeleflex Medical OEM is a global leader in the development of catheter-based products. We can manufacture everything from precision extrusion to finished medical devices.
