A Note From The Editor

From Bad to Wurst

Industry News

• Biomedical Device Maker Teams with NASA to Develop Nano-Sized Biothermal Battery 
• Filters Supplier Opens OEM Hotline
• Silicone Supplier Publishes Drug-Delivery Market Summary
• Semiconductor Firm Collaborates on Implant Project
• Thermoplastics Supplier Provides Custom Polymer and Process Development Services
• Novel Copolymer Combines Properties of Thermoplastics and Silicone 
• Partnership Unites Manufacturing, Testing, and Certification Services
• Shows and Conferences
• In Brief
  

Technology News

• Virtual Leak Diameter Standard Provides Alternative to Conventional Leak Testing
• Engineering Group Licenses Technique for Joining Nitinol and Stainless Steel
• Company Builds Bridge to Wireless Connectivity for OEMs
  
  

Product Update

Tyvek has many desirable properties for medical device packaging. Cost is not among them.

Engineering Insight

Water Jet–Guided Laser Cutting Improves Stent Fabrication

The process minimizes thermal damage 

Special Report

Giving Devices a Clean Bill of Health
Norbert Sparrow

Device manufacturers tend to be obsessive about cleanliness, and for good reason.

Spotlight on

Microtechnology

Equipment News

Showcase

IV Components

Regional Focus

Med-Tech Finds a Place in the Sun in Central Florida

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