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Sourcing
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Assembly Equipment
Choosing a partner for
medical device assembly projects, whether the
process is semi or fully automated, can be a
difficult experience. In this article, several
vendors offer tips to ensure a smooth sourcing
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Biomaterials
Sourcing biomaterials for
the highly regulated medical device market is
vastly different from shopping for
industrial-grade materials. Following are some
pointers from experts that may help you in your
materials (and supplier) selection process.
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Connectors
Selecting a connector for
medical applications is closely tied to the use
of the end product. The pointers in this article
should help you find a connector supplier to
meet your needs. |
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Extrusion
Tubing used in medical
devices often has unique requirements that can
push extrusion machinery to the limit. Here is
what a few experts recommend you look for when
sourcing equipment for making tubing in-house.
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IV Filters
Filtration is a key part of
various medical procedures where it is critical
to maintain a sterile field that is free of
bacteria and contaminants. When sourcing a
supplier of IV and medical filters, you may find
the following tips helpful. |
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Moulding
By working closely with the
moulding engineer from the beginning of the
design process to first article, moulding
concerns can be addressed during the design
phase—not after the design has been
approved—providing a much more efficient
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Packaging
Medical packaging covers an
array of products ranging from peel pouches to
blister packs and lidding materials. Whether you
are outsourcing packaging services or buying
packaging materials to assemble in-house,
partnering with a company with a solid
background in medical packaging should be your
first priority. |
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Quality Control
Quality control is a
wide-ranging subject, covering everything from
sensors to vision inspection and completely
integrated systems. Below, you will find some
basic pointers to consider when sourcing systems
or services. |
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Surface Treatment
Surface treatment can be
performed to make a medical device more
compatible for a specific purpose, to render it
antimicrobial, or to protect sensitive parts and
electronics from corrosion and signal failure.
Whatever your application, here is some sound
sourcing advice from suppliers of surface
treatment services. |
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Testing Equipment
Testing equipment can
provide the assurance that your company’s
medical devices perform as intended and meet
regulatory requirements. Partnering with an
experienced manufacturer can help you select the
system best suited to your needs. |
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Tubing
Medical tubing varies
widely according to the application. In this
article, some experts give advice that should
help you find what you are looking for.
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Adhesive Research Names New
European
Sales Director
Adhesives Research Inc., a
developer and manufacturer of custom pressure
sensitive adhesive tapes, coatings, films and
laminates, has named Mary Robertson as European
Sales Director. Robertson will be based in
Limerick, Ireland, and will lead the company’s
growing medical business interests in the
region.
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Organisational Changes for
Schurter AG
Ralph Müller has succeeded
Anton Lauber as CEO at Schurter AG, a
manufacturer of electronic components. Müller
has been Head of Production at the company since
2004. His predecessor Lauber has now been named
Head of the Components Division worldwide and
will maintain his position as Delegate of the
Board of Directors.
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