Medical Design Technology articles from April 2009

Medical Design Technology archives from April 2009

Drive system available with single or double stack linear actuator.(Innovations)
April 1, 2009... The MotoDrive PDE Actuator is available in size 17 single or double stack. It is an integrated linear actuator and electronic drive designed to operate with optically isolated inputs of pulse, direction, and enable signals. The MotoDrive PDE is...

Servo ultrasonic welding system with Melt-Match technology.(Innovations)
April 1, 2009... This servo ultrasonic welding system is designed with Melt-Match technology. Current pneumatic ultrasonic technology poses several areas for improvement, such as process repeatability, ability to validate/calibrate, and higher manufacturing...

Healthcare resins assist in development of award-winning device.(Innovations)
April 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] To optimize the performance and durability of the Breastlight. Lexan and Cycoloy healthcare resins were used in the housing and lens of the device. These medical-grade materials, combined with value-added technical...

Medical grades of copolyester provide lipid, chemical resistance.(Innovations)
April 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Medical grades of Tritan copolyester provide outstanding lipid and chemical resistance; higher heat stability; easy processing; excellent long-term clarity; added durability and toughness; and are made without...

Electroactive polymers for controlled movement and substance release.(Innovations)
April 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Micromuscle is an advanced, biocompatible electroactive polymer (EAP) that changes volume and other properties in response to an electrical stimulus and can be incorporated into medical devices. The technology...

Bi-lobe connector protected against contamination in medical applications.(Innovations)
April 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The latching Bi-lobe connector can be offered with overmolded cables, or incorporated into equipment housings. For medical applications, this offers several benefits including protection against contamination and...

Modules combine functions of RFI filter with an IEC60320 C14 inlet.(Innovations)
April 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This line of three function power entry modules combines the functions of a general purpose RFI filter with an IEC60320 C14 inlet, and either fusing or switch capabilities. These shielded modules are rated from 6 to...

President Obama.(PERSPECTIVES)
April 1, 2009... President Obama campaigned on the idea of change, addressing everything from foreign policy to healthcare. Change proposed by the federal government for healthcare often targets the way the FDA operates. Already making several significant...

Automated inhaler testing system increases productivity.(Notables: Automation & Robotics)
April 1, 2009... The fully automated Xelair Series 5 system for automated inhaler testing incorporates all existing features of the Xelair 1 and 3 series, such as reduced variability, increased productivity, and cost reduction. Additionally, the Xelair Series 5...

Automated machines designed for two to three component processes.(Notables: Automation & Robotics)
April 1, 2009... This line of automated assembly and inspection machines designed for two to three component assembly, test, and checks. These systems include two to three feeder bowls typically rated at 30 ppm each. Component parts are fed to escapements for...

Compact gantry robots save cost, floor space.(Notables: Automation & Robotics)
April 1, 2009... The XR-Series four-axis, compact gantry robots feature a ceiling mounted, flexible SCARA robot combined with a long-stroke Cartesian robot. As a result of their highly efficient, integrated design, the XR-Series robots use up to 40% less...

Top five tips for an efficient outsourcing partnership.(Cover story)
April 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] While outsourcing in the medical device manufacturing industry is growing, there are still a large number of companies who have very little or no experience with this process. For them, it can he a daunting task to...

Piezo motor based medical devices.(Emphasis On Motors)
April 1, 2009... Piezo motor technology is still in its relatively early stages of application development, but is already demonstrating the tremendous value and functionality it offers in medical devices. These motors are very small, yet enable long-range and...

Pumping system parameters to consider for your medical instrument.(Emphasis On Pumps)
April 1, 2009... Selecting the wrong pump for a medical instrument can lead to costly manufacturing delays, dangerous device failures, or even reputation-damaging product recalls. Therefore, it is critical that designers have the minimum parameters they need to...

Miniature circular connectors reduce form factor by 30%.(New Products)
April 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These next generation miniature connectors are designed to reduce the size by nearly 30%, while still providing maximum signal reliability. The "mini" connector is a product extension of the popular circular...

Miniature dispense pumps are chemically inert.(New Products)
April 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Miniature, chemically inert dispense pumps offer consistent, maintenance-free performance in a compact package, making them ideal for automated liquid handling applications. Since they require no maintenance, these...

Low-noise planetary gearhead is silent and powerful.(New Products)
April 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Koaxdrive KD 32 combines the best of two proven gearing technologies, namely worm and planetary gearing. Special attention has been focused on the first gear stage, as this is where the greatest peripheral speeds...

Packaging equipment supplier Multivac Inc. has launched a website dedicated to its Certified Pre-owned and Remanufactured equipment business.(Design Notes)
April 1, 2009... Packaging equipment supplier Multivac Inc. has launched a website dedicated to its Certified Pre-owned and Remanufactured equipment business. Those interested in purchasing Pre-owned or Remanufactured Multivac equipment can find full details...

The Thermoplastic Resins Properties Guide features detailed information about Makrolon polycarbonates; Apec high-heat polycarbonates; Bayblend polycarbonate/ABS blends; Makroblend polycarbonate/polyester blends; and Texin, Desmopan, and Utechllan thermoplastic polyurethanes.(Design Notes)
April 1, 2009... The Thermoplastic Resins Properties Guide features detailed information about Makrolon polycarbonates; Apec high-heat polycarbonates; Bayblend polycarbonate/ABS blends; Makroblend polycarbonate/polyester blends; and Texin, Desmopan, and...

Cole-Parmer has released the Spring edition of its Preferred Solutions catalog--a single source for scientific equipment and supplies.(Design Notes)
April 1, 2009... Cole-Parmer has released the Spring edition of its Preferred Solutions catalog--a single source for scientific equipment and supplies. This 96-page book features a selection of new and best-selling products, including equipment and...

Do you have an idea for an innovative new diabetes device or web application?(Design Notes)
April 1, 2009... Do you have an idea for an innovative new diabetes device or web application? This is your chance to win up to $10,000 to realize your design concept, and potentially help transform life with diabetes for millions of people. This competition is...

The 2009 Endevco Product Resource offers detailed information on key applications for Endevco sensing solutions.(Design Notes)
April 1, 2009... * The 2009 Endevco Product Resource offers detailed information on key applications for Endevco sensing solutions. It also provides specifications for the company's piezoresistive accelerometers, piezoelectric accelerometers, variable...

Elo TouchSystems, a Tyco Electronics business, has launched the Elo Elite Partner Program in order to further strengthen strategic relationships and collaborations.(Design Notes)
April 1, 2009... Elo TouchSystems, a Tyco Electronics business, has launched the Elo Elite Partner Program in order to further strengthen strategic relationships and collaborations. The program has been designed to provide specific business support for...

An English edition of the FlexLink product catalog includes the new X85 conveyor system.(Design Notes)
April 1, 2009... An English edition of the FlexLink product catalog includes the new X85 conveyor system. The catalog is available in a printed version and on the web. A DVD, including several language translations and engineering tools (e.g., CAD library and...

Dymax Corp. offers an enhanced version of their comprehensive Selector Guide on MD Adhesives for Medical Device Assembly.(Design Notes)
April 1, 2009... Dymax Corp. offers an enhanced version of their comprehensive Selector Guide on MD Adhesives for Medical Device Assembly. This guide is a valuable tool containing a number of charts intended to help R&D engineers and product designers choose...

Thomson, a Danaher Motion Company, offers the Guide to Ball Screw End Supports.(Design Notes)
April 1, 2009... Thomson, a Danaher Motion Company, offers the Guide to Ball Screw End Supports. This 54-page guide details four new low-cost end supports that are ideally suited as drop-in replacements in existing ball screw applications, as well as its...

Laird Technologies Inc.--a global leader in the design and manufacture of customized, performance-critical components for wireless systems and other advanced electronics applications--has launched its newly designed website.(Design Notes)
April 1, 2009... Laird Technologies Inc.--a global leader in the design and manufacture of customized, performance-critical components for wireless systems and other advanced electronics applications--has launched its newly designed website. The redesign of the...

HaydonKerk Motion Solutions, a manufacturer of linear motion products, offers a new product catalog and design guide.(Design Notes)
April 1, 2009... HaydonKerk Motion Solutions, a manufacturer of linear motion products, offers a new product catalog and design guide. This is the first comprehensive listing of the complete range of motion products offered by the company since the companies...

Cree Inc., a leader in LED lighting, has launched the Product Characterization Tool--an interactive LED design tool that simplifies the task of translating nominal LED performance to real-world conditions.(Design Notes)
April 1, 2009... Cree Inc., a leader in LED lighting, has launched the Product Characterization Tool--an interactive LED design tool that simplifies the task of translating nominal LED performance to real-world conditions. The online tool allows users to easily...