Leaks Are Topmost Failure Mode in Microfluidic Point-of-Care Testing Devices
A survey of over 100 manufacturers indicated that leaks are the most common failure mode in microfluidic diagnostic devices.
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Redefining Healthcare Spaces with Built-in Antimicrobial Product Protection
How to enhance cleanliness in hospitals and clinics.Online Exclusives James Rapley, Product Development Engineer, Microban International 06.09.23
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Acteev Launches Antimicrobial Zinc Technology
Acteev MED provides enhanced performance and superior protection to virtually any application in the healthcare industry.Charles Sternberg, Associate Editor 05.30.23
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Designing Seals for Today’s Medtech Demands—A Medtech Makers Q&A
While seals may seem like a minor component, the factors that must be considered to ensure the right solution can be significant.
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DuPont to Acquire Spectrum Plastics Group
Spectrum specializes in advanced manufacturing of specialty medical devices and components.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.02.23
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The Changing Face of Medtech Surface Treatment
More than a dozen medical device surface treatment professionals discuss the activities in their industry.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.28.23
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Materials | Surgical
Advamedica's Ax-Surgi Surgical Hemostat Gains FDA Nod
First and only chitosan-based hemostat cleared to control severe surgical bleeding.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.21.23
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Discussing Matters of Substance in Medtech Materials
Miniaturization, minimally invasive surgery, and the fast growth of medical wearables are driving medtech material innovation.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.10.23
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Sourcing Silicone Parts: Injection Mold or 3D Print?
Exploring the pros and cons of each manufacturing approach.Online Exclusives Eric Utley and Lucas Tofteland, Protolabs 02.27.23
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Microfluidics and Tissue Engineering: A Novel Approach to Regenerative Medicine
Imagine a world where organ transplant is no longer needed, or organs can be created without the need for a donor.Online Exclusives Khaled Youssef, Ph.D., BioServices Microfluidics Engineer, StarFish Medical 02.24.23
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MO SCI Acquires Assets of 3M’s Advanced Materials Business
Acquisition includes over 350 pieces of specialized equipment and all related intellectual property.Charles Sternberg, Associate Editor 02.03.23
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Material Matters: New Materials Call for New Thinking
I’m seeing more clients willing to invest in new materials because they’re determined to find a better way to solve problems.Dawn A. Lissy, President, Empirical 02.03.23
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Lionel Bonte Named President of Mativ’s Healthcare and Wellness Business Unit
New hire joins the company from Ahlstrom, where he led its Medical Business unit.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 01.26.23
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Resonetics to Buy SAES Nitinol Biz for $900M
Company will acquire Memry Corporation and SAES Smart Materials to expand nitinol capabilities.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 01.09.23
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Telemedicine and Connectivity to Drive Material Innovation in the Near Future
The convergence of chemistry, electronics, and medical devices are resulting in solutions that improve the quality of life through disease detection.Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 01.04.23
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Changing Regulations are Increasing Rubber Compounders' Workloads
Ingredients commonly used in rubber compounding can be eliminated with proper substitutions to help assure regulatory approvals.Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 12.16.22
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High-Performance Materials Key to Developing Next-Gen Devices
Efforts are underway to reduce the residual stress in stainless steel products in order to improve productivity and eliminate machining scrap.Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 12.13.22
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Drug Delivery Devices, Wearables Driving Materials Innovation
Saint Gobain is testing materials that are cost-efficient for disposable use and for long life capability.Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 12.09.22
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Cost Reductions, New Tech Driving Materials Science Innovation
Advancements are improving both surgical procedures and patient outcomes.Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 12.06.22
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Breathe Easy: MDI Manufacturers Explore Planet-Friendly Propellants
MDIs have been around since the 1950s, but only recently have regulators and medical device manufacturers scrutinized their environmental impact.Online Exclusives Laura Reinhard, Vice President and General Manager, Honeywell Foam and Industrial Products 11.30.22
