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  • Autoclavability of High-Heat Polycarbonate Resins for Healthcare Applications
    The mechanical properties of a newly developed high-heat polycarbonate copolymer resin were evaluated after multiple autoclave cycles at both 120° and 134°C. Compared with conventional and other high-heat PC materials, the new resins demonstrated better impact property retention at lower...
    (February, 2012)
  • PAI with Graphite and PTFE Additives Features Abrasion Resistance
    Although it is not targeting medical device manufacturers among first-tier customers, Ensinger has introduced an addition to its range of polyamide-imide semifinished goods (PAI) that may nevertheless inspire medical device designers. The new Tecator 5031 PVX contains graphite and PTFE, providing ab...
    (December, 2011)
  • Avery Dennison Medical Solutions Launches Thin Absorbent Skin Adhesives
    A new medical adhesive formulation from Avery Dennison Medical Solutions provides manufacturers of temporary adherent medical devices with improved performance over conventional acrylic adhesives and rubber-based hydrocolloid dressings, according to the company. The Thin Absorbent Skin Adhesive prod...
    (December, 2011)
  • Think Thin: Nitinol Sheet Finds Niche in Medical Implants
    Implantable nitinol sheet is enabling new design concepts for implants, especially when compared with traditional one-dimensional nitinol materials such as wire or tubing. But the sheet’s orientation-dependent behaviour is a challenge for designers and engineers.
    (November, 2011)
  • Objet Introduces Biocompatible Rapid Prototyping Material
    A biocompatible 3-D printing material has been introduced by Objet GmbH (Rheinmünster, Germany). The MED610 material combines dimensional stability with transparency, making it useful for PMMA simulations and a range of medical and dental applications. It is especially well suited for the pr...
    (October, 2011)
  • PVC and Phthalate-Free Compounds Can Be Made Flexible and Kink-Resistant without Plasticisers
    Colorite Europe has introduced the Cellene range of non-PVC compounds to complement its range of PVC materials. Cellene materials are elastomer-based thermoplastics and can be extruded, injection moulded and blow moulded. A wide range of choices of shore hardnesses are available, all PVC and phthala...
    (October, 2011)
  • Lay-Flat Biocompatible PVC Film Is Suitable for Infusion Applications
    S.I.F.RA. Est SpA is a vertically integrated enterprise that specialises in the production and transformation of PVC for the medical industry. The company’s Siflat, generated by the extrusion of Siflex, is a nontoxic medical-grade PVC tubular (lay-flat) film that, thanks to its biocompatibilit...
    (October, 2011)
  • New Frontiers in Orthopaedic Product Design
    To address the challenges of tomorrow and advance the state of the art, materials researchers must focus on the development of bioactive materials and an effective artificial articular cartilage.
    (September, 2011)
  • Titanium Mill Products for Medical Applications
    For almost 10 years, VSMPO-AVISMA Corp. has been a major supplier of the medical industry and has extensive expertise with titanium mill products for medical applications (billets, bars, sheets, plates and tubes). Through its integrated sales and distribution network (represented by the five Tirus c...
    (September, 2011)
  • PolyOne Helps Siemens Get the Lead Out
    Siemens collaborates with PolyOne and Reiter-HG Geiger to develop lead-free radiation-shielding components for its newest line of CT scanners.
    (August, 2011)
  • Bayer MaterialScience Launches Polycarbonate for Moulding Devices with Thin Walls
    Bayer MaterialScience has added a new grade of polycarbonate to its Makrolon series. The Makralon 2258 polycarbonate is designed for moulding devices with thin walls and long flow lengths. It is a high-flow grade with an internal mould release additive that allows it to be more easily released from ...
    (August, 2011)
  • Tomorrow's Tyvek: DuPont Upgrades Manufacturing Processes to Meet Future Global Demand
    DuPont Medical Packaging has announced plans to modernise the manufacturing technology behind its venerable Tyvek 1073B and Tyvek 1059B products
    (August, 2011)
  • RF Plastic Welding Technology Now Available for Medalist Elastomers
    Teknor Apex Co. and Genesis Plastics Welding have announced the availibility of the ecoGenesis radio frequency (RF) plastics welding technology for Teknor Apex Medalist medical elastomers. The companies demonstrated the technique at the MD&M East event with the display of welded samples of flui...
    (July, 2011)
  • Eastman Tritan Copolyesters Used in Renal Applications
    Only a few months after Eastman Tritan copolyesters for renal applications were introduced to the market in February of 2011, several companies have already incorporated the materials into their products. Eastman Chemical Co. introduced the Eastman Tritan copolyesters for renal applications at th...
    (July, 2011)
  • Soft, Transparent Elastomer Gel Can Be Processed in Standard Injection Moulding Machines
    Teknor Apex has launched a new transparent medical elastomer gel available in free-flowing pellets. The MD-447 gel is the softest compound in the Medalist product range, but it can still be processed in standard injection moulding machines. Medalist compounds are available in hardnessess from Sho...
    (June, 2011)
  • New Compounds Designed to Bridge Gap between Pebax TPE Resin and Nylon 11
    Foster Corp. has introduced the NanoMed EX compounds, which have 45% greater stiffness than Arkema’s Pebax 7233 MED without a reduction in elongation. NanoMed EX compounds are designed to bridge the gap between the Pebax TPE resin, a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) made of flexible polyether an...
    (June, 2011)
  • Convertor Provides Guidance on Appropriate Technologies
    Specialising in the design and manufacture of flexible materials, Fabrico has developed capabilities in the production of die-cut parts, multilayer constructions and adhesives for medical applications. With access to a range of materials and adhesives, Fabrico can fabricate diagnostic test strips an...
    (June, 2011)
  • Haute Roller
    EMDT’s interviews offer personal perspectives on the diverse industries that serve the medtech sector. Here, we talk to Jürg Haefeli of Lamineries Matthey.
    (June, 2011)
  • Argotec Introduces Polyurethane Film-on-Paper with Controlled Release
    Argotec Inc. has introduced a new thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) film-on-paper product that will allow medical adhesive coaters, converters and distributors an alternative film source for frame-type wound dressings and surgical drapes. According to the company, wound dressings made with ArgoMed...
    (June, 2011)
  • Plasma-Enhanced Chemical Vapour Deposition Offers Green Alternative for the Bonding of Metal Components
    Plasmatech’s Micro-TIE plasma-enhanced chemical vapour deposition (PECVD) coating provides a “green” alternative for bonding or overmoulding metal components for medical devices. Surface preparation of metal components prior to bonding incompatible materials may require caustic che...
    (May, 2011)
  • An Exercise in Osteoinnovation
    Implants made from open-cell porous metal materials promote bone regrowth and achieve strength and stiffness levels that match the surrounding bone. The technology can be used in permanent and resorbable applications.
    (May, 2011)
  • Understanding Silicone, From Start to Finished Device
    Moulding silicone parts and successfully integrating them into a medical device is technically challenging, but the material’s many desirable properties make the effort worthwhile.
    (May, 2011)
  • PVC Controversy to Be Discussed During Virtual Event
    EMDT Editor in Chief Norbert Sparrow and Associate Editor Yvonne Klöpping will moderate a chat session on “The Pros and Cons of PVC” during the virtual event “Developments in Materials for Medical Applications”, taking place 24 May 2011. The use of PVC in medical device...
    (May, 2011)
  • New PEEK Resin Available from Solvay
    Solvay Advanced Polymers LLC has announced the commercial introduction of a new KetaSpire PEEK grade resin. The new KetaSpire KT-851 NT is a medium-viscosity resin designed for components such as thin-walled medical capillaries and tubes. According to Solvay, a distinguishing feature of this grade i...
    (May, 2011)
  • Choosing the Right Material Is Key to Developing Medical Devices, Says Virtual Event Keynote Speaker Dr Zhang
    The importance of choosing the right material when developing medical devices will be the focus of a keynote address delivered by Dr Xiang Zhang during the virtual event “Developments in Materials for Medical Applications” on 24 May 2011. The event is organised by EMDT, MD+DI and Qmed. ...
    (May, 2011)