October 2003
European Medical Device Manufacturer
Selected Contents
A Note From The Editor
Small
Talk in St. Gallen Leads to Some Big Ideas
Industry News
- Turnkey System-on-Chip Service Targets Medical Device OEMs
- Globalization from Within: Supplier Consolidates International R&D
- System Integrates Manufacturing and Regulatory Controls
- Moisture-Monitoring System Improves Product Reliability
- E-News
- Watlow Introduces Thermal Systems Consulting Service
- Product Life Cycle Management System Geared to Device OEMs
- Drug-Delivery Actuator Enhancement Receives Patent
- Canada Funds Nanocomposites R&D
- In Brief
- Shows
and Conferences
Technology
News
- High-Density Packaging Enables Next-Generation Devices
- Lipid-Tipped Cell Injectors Provide Alternative to Cell Stabbing
- RFID-Embedded Couplings Enhance
Fluid Control
Product Update
Lasers
A company offers two marking systems based on solid-state UV lasers. Developed by Lasertec
B.V. (Barendrecht, Netherlands), the Fresco systems can be used in medical and pharmaceutical applications.
Engineering Insight
A Square Product Adapts to
a Round Demand
By redesigning a technetium generator to satisfy varying standards, engineers ended up making a safer product
Spotlight
on
Packaging &
Sterilization
An autoclave comes in two models and is available in 150-, 200-, and 300-L sizes. Both models have a fully interlocked, easy-glide sliding door with a floating gasket to ensure a secure seal.
Regional
Focus
Southern California
A vast network of medical device manufacturers and suppliers fosters a climate of innovation.
Equipment News
Machining
Micromachining equipment performs
multiple functions
