Originally Published EMDM
October 2004
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Pneumatic Components and Systems
Pneumatic and vacuum control equipment suited for medical device applications
is featured on a company’s Web site. Equipment includes modular precision
regulators and manifold systems, pressure and vacuum switches, min- iature quick
disconnects, plastic fittings, and interface devices. Air Logic www.air-logic.com
Assembly Systems
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Custom assembly systems and turnkey solutions to complex production problems
are provided to medical device OEMs. Four basic platforms are offered: a synchronous
rotary transfer system, an asynchronous pallet transfer system, a synchronous
transfer system, and a flexible modular system particularly suited for device
manufacture. Typically, the firm will design a flexible assembly line based
on a combination of its assembly platforms that have been adapted to meet client
specifications. Systems for the assembly of medical disposables are a specialty.
Ismeca Europe Automation S.A. www.ismeca.com
Automation
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A firm develops automation systems for the production of medical plastic
parts. The company specializes in the manufacture of injection-moulded parts
in ISO Class 5 cleanrooms. Geiger Handling Systems www.geigerhandling.com
Production Equipment
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Precision machinery designed for the production of implantable devices includes
thread-whirling and milling machines, and rotary transfer equipment that is
used to manufacture bone screws, self-cutting flutes, and helicoidal drills.
The company also offers honing and polishing systems for hip implants, and laser
marking machines for bone screws and other implants. Custom machines are also
developed. Monnier + Zahner AG www.monnier-zahner.ch
Rubber Components
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A company specializes in the production of rubber components used in the medical
device and pharmaceutical industries. Products include components for prefilled
syringes, rubber stoppers, injection points, latex and latex-free plungers,
and liquid silicone rubber components. The company conforms to the requirements
of ISO 9001:2000 and 13485, and maintains a Type III drug master file with US
FDA. Seal Line S.p.A. www.sealline.it
Solenoid Valves
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A Web site provides technical data in a clean and effective graphic environment.
In the technical documentation section, users can download data sheets in various
languages. The new Close-Up section offers news and updates about the company
and its products. SIRAI Elettromeccanica S.r.l. www.sirai.com
Stainless-Steel Tubing
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Precision-drawn AISI 304 and 316L stainless-steel tubing is offered from stock
in sizes ranging from 0.20 mm to about 10 mm OD. Thin- or thick-wall tubing
can be precision cut to any size. Unimed S.A. www.unimed.ch
Steel and Titanium Rods
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High-quality steel and titanium are available as small-diameter rods and as
round bars measuring approximately 15 mm diam. Wire coils are also available
for Esco machines. The company’s free-cutting and CNC machines are used
by machine shops worldwide. L. Klein S.A. www.kleinmetals.com
Cables
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High-quality cables, complete cable systems, and prefinished application-specific
solutions are offered. The company uses unique material combinations and high-performance
engineering to create economical, process-safe cable products. All cables can
be supplied assembled. The company also provides custom cables and cable systems
for industrial applications. Ernst & Engbring www.eue-kabel.de
Contract Manufacturing
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A contract manufacturer serving the medical device industry extrudes precision
PTFE and thermoplastics, manufactures catheters, and provides component assembly
services. The company is ISO 9001:2000 certified. Much of the manufacturing
is performed in Class 100,000 cleanrooms. The company offers a high degree of
lot-to-lot consistency, with one of the broadest ranges of products and services
in the industry. Fluortek Inc. www.fluortek.com
Electronic and Fibre-Optic Connectors
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Custom connectors are designed to meet the needs of demanding medical device
applications. A range of Redel plastic and Lemo metallic shell connectors are
available. The company’s connectors are used in ultrasonic equipment, pacemakers,
and a range of other applications. Lemo S.A. www.lemo.com
Titanium Parts and Flexible Arms
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High-tech Swiss CNC machinery produces custom high-precision components with
complex surfaces in titanium and stainless steel for implantable medical devices.
The company manufactures metal flexible gooseneck arms in diameters ranging
from 5 to 18 mm for examination lights, microscopes, and optical fibres. Its
Web site includes a company profile, technical information, PDF files, ISO 9001:
2000 and ISO 13488:2002 certificates, and short descriptions of its facilities.
Carniaflex www.carniaflex.com
Spirometry Filters
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Pulmonary function testing filters prevent the risk of bacterial and viral colonization
in equipment and thus protect patients from cross-contamination. A company produces
a range of spirometry filters in adult and paediatric sizes. Quality at competitive
prices is a company motto. MADA www.mada-milan.it
Trade Fair for the Subcontracting Industries
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Swisstech, an international trade fair for components, system solutions, and
services in the subcontracting industries, is described as the largest specialist
trade fair for the procurement industry in German-speaking Europe. Thousands
of visitors from throughout Europe gather at the event, which is held every
two years. This year Swisstech will open its doors from 16 – 19 November
at the Basel fairgrounds. Swisstech www.swisstech2004.com
Adhesives
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Technical services and a comprehensive line of specially formulated adhesives,
sealants, and coatings are offered to medical device OEMs. Products include
epoxies, silicones, acrylics, and cyanoacrylates. One- and two-component systems
are available. The company’s compounds are successfully used to manufacture
disposable and reusable medical devices. Master Bond Inc. www.masterbond.com
Contract Services
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A company that supplies stainless-steel tubing and manufacturing services to
the medical device industry recently launched a new Web site. Fabrication capabilities
include CNC machining, burr-free cutting, annealing, assembly, EDM, laser welding,
finishing, and cleaning. MicroGroup www.microgroup.com
Packaging Systems
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Information about a company and its range of form-fill-seal equipment, tray
sealers, and chamber-type machines is available on its Web site. Data regarding
vacuum and modified-atmosphere packaging as well as related films is provided
in the site’s technical section. In the news section, updated information
about exhibitions and press clippings are presented. Multivac www.multivac.com
Plastic and Titanium Components
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A company offers complete services for the production of precision components
including design and development and material selection. The company has 20
years of experience manufacturing a range of products from high-performance
plastics. Gsell Engineering Plastics AG www.gsell.ch
Plastic Tubing
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A Web site features comprehensive descriptions of a company’s natural
rubber latex tubing, thermoplastic tubing, and PVC tubing. Tubing sizes, charts,
performance characteristics, and packaging information are included. The Web
site also profiles dip-moulded products, finger cots, and nonlatex tourniquet
bands. Dunlap Export www.dunlapexport.com
Alloys
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A supplier of superelastic and shape-memory nitinol alloys in Europe manufactures
and distributes round and rectangular wires, strips, sheets, tubing, and formed
components. Cobalt, titanium, and stainless-steel alloys are available, as well
as special alloys, such as magnesium for medical and industrial applications.
As with nitinol, these materials are supplied to OEMs in a spectrum of shapes,
sizes, and configurations. EUROflex GmbH www.nitinol-europe.com
Precision Extrusion
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A company extrudes most engineering thermosplastics and elastomers. The product
line includes single-lumen and multilumen, bump, and striped tubing; over-,
micro-, and coextrusions; tubing with multilayered walls; profiles; and solid-core
guidewire coating. MicroSpec www.microspecorporation.com
Machined Components
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Machined components and intricate mechatronic assemblies are manufactured for
precise position, measurement, and feedback applications in the medical industry.
The company offers design, manufacturing, testing, and assembly services. On-site
ISO Class 7 cleanrooms, with localized Class 10 areas, comply with ISO 146441.
The company's quality systems are certified to BS/EN/ISO 9001. Reliance Gear
Company, Ltd. www.reliance.co.uk
Pumps
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Self-priming and dry-running peristaltic pumps combine zero contamination with
accurate metering and dosing. Single- and multichannel pumps and platinum-cured
silicone tubing are offered. Watson-Marlow Bredel www.watson-marlow.co.uk
PTCA Catheters
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A company offers OEMs a complete range of PTCA catheters and stent-delivery
devices. The Casiopea stent-delivery device includes a balloon and automated
folding system for safe crimping, radiopaque markers, and a short, soft tip
for controlled progression. Arthesys www.arthesys.com
Printed Circuit Boards
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The Swiss company Cicorel S.A. provides high-resolution printed circuit boards,
made using customized flexible, rigid, or flex-rigid materials. All products
fulfill the requirements of high-technology applications in the medical industry.
The company’s Web site details service capabilities and product information.
Cicorel S.A. www.cicorel.ch
Materials
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A company offers an on-line tool for searching UL/CSA material applications.
Users can choose one of the listed surfaces, and then select the maximum operating
temperature, the colour of material, the approval rating, and whether label
usage will be indoor or outdoor. The program then recommends all materials that
fit the requirements and are already approved for use. Users can review the
basic material construction, and request more information or samples for testing
and verification. Materials are custom designed to meet all regulatory requirements.
Topflight www.topflight.com/flash/main.html
Production Equipment for Welding, Cutting, and Drilling
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A provider of custom manufacturing equipment for medical device industry applications
offers equipment for feeding, welding, cutting, necking down, moulding, drilling,
assembly, and other processing operations. The company’s engineers work
with customers to develop machinery suited to manufacturing a particular product.
BW-TEC GmbH www.bwtec.com
Diaphragm Pumps
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KNF Neuberger Inc. supplies diaphragm pumps for OEM applications. The units
feature structured diaphragms, multiport valve systems, and brushless dc high-performance
motors. Other unit features include a small footprint. KNF Neuberger Inc.
www.knf.com
On-Line Product Catalogue
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A company’s Web site provides detailed information about its worldwide
capabilities and range of products. Visitors can search an on-line catalogue
containing more than 2000 different products including components, kits, trays,
sets, custom designs, and finished medical devices. B. Braun OEM/Industrial,
B. Braun Medical Inc. www.bbraunoem-industrial.com
Extrusion
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Specializing in medical extrusion for more than 10 years, an OEM supplier offers
a range of braid-reinforced tubes for catheter applications. Features of the
products include enhanced torque and push control, kink resistance, and reduced
wall thickness. MS Techniques www.ms-techniques.com
High-Tech Microdrives
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A company specializes in the development and manufacturing of high-quality drive
components and systems. Its product range includes brushless and brush dc motors
with diameters between 6 and 10 mm. Maxon Motor AG www.maxon.ch
Ultrasonic Components
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A company supplies medical ultrasonic imaging arrays and transducers, and advanced
piezoelectric ceramics and composites. An advanced engineering division develops
custom devices. Piezo Technologies www.piezotechnologies.com
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