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Inhibit Antimicrobial Concentrates and Compounds

mbarnes — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:19:41 +0000

Infinity Compounding has launched its new line of INHIBIT antimicrobial concentrates and compounds at MD&M East, which takes place June 18-20, 2013, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, Pa. The new INHIBIT antimicrobial additives are based on silver functionalized clay and prevent growth of bacteria, fungus and other microorganisms in a variety of applications.

From Orthopedics to Power Transfer—A Bright Future for Implants

sfenske — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:51:39 +0000

Much like other medical technology, implants are adapting to a post-depression economy brimming with new materials, new ideas, and ambitious plans for the future. The result is a focus on designing safer, more bio-compatible products for local markets.

Safety Light Curtain Variants Withstand Harsh Washdown Applications

mbarnes — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:15:50 +0000

SICK announced the launch of the C4000 Palletizer Advanced and the M4000 Standard in IP 69K housings for washdown applications. In addition, the C4000 Micro in an IP 69K housing is now available in lengths up to 1800 mm and has an increased scanning range of up to 14.5 m. Designed for use in washdown applications, corrosive and other moist environments, these safety light curtains offer a reliable safeguarding solution that reduces customers’ cost of ownership.

100/200 Barcode Readers Feature 2DMax+ Technology

mbarnes — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:43:54 +0000

Cognex has integrated advanced 2DMax+ code reading software technology into the compact DataMan 100 and 200 fixed-mount barcode readers. With 2DMax+, the readers can now identify and decode severely damaged or poorly marked 2-D matrix codes. Most importantly, the barcode readers are unaffected by variations in lighting, marking method, code quality or surface finish.

Ergonomics Handbook Helps Eliminate Health Hazards

mbarnes — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:04:41 +0000

Working with a microscope for several hours a day demands a high degree of concentration and strains users’ eyes and posture muscles. If workstations and the microscope itself are designed ergonomically, this strain may be reduced considerably. Leica Microsystems has published an ergonomics handbook that helps identify possible health hazards and shows how they can be greatly reduced.

Electromagnetic Interference in Device Design

sfenske — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:57:05 +0000

The greatest obstacle to success in the design of a device is that, often times, the design engineer overlooks the need to keep electromagnetic interference in mind when he designs his device.

Fiber-Optic Pen Helps See Inside Brains

cfox — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:35:22 +0000

For less than $100, University of Washington researchers have designed a computer-interfaced drawing pad that helps scientists see inside the brains of children with learning disabilities while they read and write.

Medtronic Slips After Infuse Reviews Detailed

cfox — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:23:22 +0000

Shares of Medtronic slipped Tuesday, a day after the medical device maker announced findings from independent reviews of studies of its Infuse bone graft.

THE SPARK: The Minneapolis company said the reviews, conducted through Yale University, concluded that clinical success rates with its Infuse product were equivalent to more traditional bone graft procedures in which bone is taken from the hip. Medtronic also said it believes that the data showed no link between Infuse and cancer development, but it is continuing to study this issue.

Intelligent Door Seal Prevents Poor Air Quality

cfox — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:17:20 +0000

For a long time, heat insulation was en vogue – and nearly no one was concerned about poor indoor air quality.

Printing Tiny Batteries

cfox — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:07:30 +0000

Novel application of 3D printing could enable the development of miniaturized medical implants, compact electronics, tiny robots, and more