MPMN June 1998: Selected Contents
Products Featured on the Cover
Luer-activated valve prevents needle-stick injuries
Rotary unit designed for circular-pattern dispensing
Connectors meet international safety standards
Hotline
Electroconductive Textile Provides Uniform Heat DistributionImage Acquisition Systems Cut Inspection Costs
Packaging Film Exhibits Great Strength with Less Weight
Industry News
New Applications Expand Market for Biodegradable Polymers
The environmentally friendly materials offer many advantages
Technological Breakthroughs Spur Growth in Patient Monitoring Markets
Market is forecast to generate $11.34 billion in 2004
PEXCO Receives ISO 9002 Certification
Company produces tubing and catheters
Perfecseal Establishes Prototype Center
Center will fabricate 3-D packaging prototypes
Stretch Film Manufacturing Council Formed
Will create voluntary standards for the industry
Profile
Ultraprecise Machining Is Used to Make Imaging System Subassembly
Casebook
Animation Simulates User InterfaceMultimedia simulation offers cost-effective alternative to 3-D prototypes
Spotlight on:
Filters & Filtration MaterialsThis month's Spotlight highlights companies that provide filters and filtration products to the medical device industry.
Equipment News:
Focus on Welding and SealingThe focus of this month's Equipment News is welding and sealing equipment.
Editor's Page:
A Hard Lesson in Materials Science
