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The January/February issue of MPMN kicks off 2010 with preshow coverage of MD&M West, which includes profiles of several first-time exhibitors. Also in this issue are a Need to Know article about the development of a self-assembling system that could revolutionize microfluidics and diagnostic applications, and a Tech Update covering destructive medical package testing. Additional features include Spotlights on metal components and adhesives, an Outsourcing Outlook on cleanroom manufacturing and assembly, a focus on surface-treatment equipment, and more. 
Do you have a question related to medical device design and development? Ask the Experts at Medical Product Manufacturing News!
MPMN experts are on hand to offer industry- and application-specific advice on these topics:
Fluid Handling/Dispensers
Tom MuccinoBusiness Development Manager, EFD Inc.
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Adhesives and Epoxies
Kyle RhodesMarket Segment Manager, Dymax Corp.
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Motors and Motion Control
Paul McGrathRegional Sales Engineer, Maxon Precision Motors
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Sensors
Javad MokhberyCEO/CTO, Futek Advanced Sensor Technology Inc.
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To celebrate another exciting year in medtech innovation, MPMN editors have compiled a list of their picks for the Top 20 Technologies of 2009 to make news from the labs this year that we think show promise for someday enhancing patient care and improving medical products.
MPMN User Poll
MPMN’s picks for the Top Technologies of 2009 highlighted some of the exciting R&D advancements from this year in a variety of medical areas.
Products & Services
In-Process Production-Control Module
The Model 1608 expansion module can be connected to this system to expand it in eight-channel increments up to the maximum of 24 channels.
Digital Computer Microscope
The speckFinder HD digital computer microscope combines advanced optics, digital cameras, light-emitting-diode illumination, glass displays, and PC electronics in a workstation-friendly unit.
Laser Die-Cutting Station
Capable of defect-free cutting at web speeds of up to 100 m/min with a single laser source, the Finecut station can be built into print lines of all types.
Nitinol Tubing
XS tubing is available in a range of outer diameters and wall ratios and can be laser-cut and postprocessed utilizing standard manufacturing techniques.
High-Cavitation Molds
A designer and manufacturer of precision high-cavitation molds for the medical disposables market offers expertise in hot-runner technology, unscrewing molds, and stack molds for high-volume production applications.
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We've Got Our Fingers on the Pulse of the Industry
Medtech Pulse will deliver the latest headlines, emerging tech breakthroughs, regional medtech information, supplier and industry news, and everything else you need to know to assist you in medical device design and development.
Read the latest posts from Medtech Pulse:
- Researchers Put Their 'Stamp' on Carbon Nanotube Applications
- Gems Sensors Forms Fluid-Handling Operating Group
- Metamaterials-Based Antenna Packs High Effiency into Tiny Package
- Relying on Body Motions, Rubber Films Could Eventually Power Pacemakers and other Medical Devices
- SME Debunks Micro- and Nanomanufacturing Myths
MPMN is your source for coverage of MD&M West 2010, from how to maximize your time on the show floor to what to do when you have some free time.
- A 5400-sq-ft cleanroom will be added to the headquarters of Millstone Medical Outsourcing (Fall River, MA). Operational by the end of next month, the Class 10,000 cleanroom will help the company to better service its clients in the medical device and orthopedics sectors.
- Emoteq (Tulsa, OK) has received ISO 13485 certification. The company supplies motors and motion control products to the medical device industry, among others.
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MedTech Video Vault, Canon Communications' new online information resource, allows you access to trade show floors by presenting products and services from medical OEM suppliers at the forefront of medical design engineering. It's like being able to visit the trade show floor from your desktop.
Now Playing: View clips from this year's MD&M East and MD&M West shows.
From the Editor
Follow the Money
-Shana Leonard
Nothing motivates people quite like money—except, perhaps, the threat of losing it. In the wake of changes to payment policies regarding hospital–acquired infections (HAIs), hospitals are ramping up efforts to support infection prevention.
Stay Tuned
The March issue of MPMN will include a special feature on emerging technologies inspired by nature and an article on green materials for medical device manufacturing. Plus, a Need to Know article details a researcher’s work on advancing orthopedic materials while a Breakthrough highlights the first flexible–circuit closed–loop antenna for the medical device market. A Spotlight on micromanufacturing, an Outsourcing Outlook on electronics manufacturing, a Tech Update on tubing, and a focus on testing and inspection equipment will also be included.