Medical Design Technology articles from August 2004

Medical Design Technology archives from August 2004

Custom manifold systems.
August 1, 2004... Customer specific manifold systems eliminate the need for tubing between valves, minimizes internal flow volumes, reduces labor costs, and improves reliability. This company can design and manufacture a fully integrated and tested manifold...

Coupling.
August 1, 2004... This SMC twist-to-connect coupling, featuring a 5 mm hose barb size, enables tubing to rotate freely when connected, preventing tubing from kinking and accidental disconnections. The product is suitable for a wide variety of end applications,...

Laser microfabrication.
August 1, 2004... MLPC provides a unique combination of laser processing technologies to support miniaturization in the medical device industry. The laser processing technologies include solid-state ultraviolet micromachining, precision laser welding, pulsed...

Magnetostrictive sensors.
August 1, 2004... A line of high volume, cost-effective sensors are being produced for the medical industry. Using advanced manufacturing techniques, MTS is able to provide the absolute position measurement and reliability of magnetostriction in a cost-effective...

Casters.(New Literature)
August 1, 2004... A line of casters are offered for high technology medical and hospital equipment, displays, furniture, appliances, and for other applications requiring dependable performance combined with design style. The catalog includes photographs,...

Silicone processing.(New Literature)
August 1, 2004... NuSil specializes in the development and manufacture of advanced silicone materials. This healthcare materials selection guide provides a variety of information on product offerings of the company in a graph format. Cure time, tensile PSI,...

Contract manufacturer.(New Literature)
August 1, 2004... An FDA registered medical device manufacturer, company offers a number of services and capabilities to the marketplace. Offerings include product design and development, tooling design and fabrication, process design and validation, and clean...

A brief look at RFID technology.(The Way Ahead)
August 1, 2004... With the amount of news I've been receiving regarding RFID technology and its incorporation into various systems that are used in either the manufacture of medical devices of in the finished medical devices themselves, I'm a bit surprised that...

The new look of Medical Design Technology.(October Preview)
August 1, 2004... Providing the most targeted product news to medical device manufacturers is what you have come to expect from Medical Design Technology. However, in speaking with you in person as well as through reader surveys, you've also indicated that while...

Electronic video microscope.(Editor's choice)
August 1, 2004... The SpeckFINDER[TM] replaces many optical magnifiers and microscopes under the power of 40X. Glass lenses are replaced by a high resolution 6.4-in. TFT screen to maintain direct line-of-site viewing, critical for comfortable eye-hand...

Flame/fungus protection.(Editor's choice)
August 1, 2004... Powerful "next generation" flame resistant coatings are being utilized with Quadrafoam filter media, used to construct WrapAround Air Filters for medical electronics. Additionally, anti-microbial additives with a fungus growth of zero are also...

Peristaltic pump dispenser.(Editor's choice)
August 1, 2004... The PPD-130 Peristaltic Pump Dispenser provides "volumetric" dispensing of low viscosity materials such as cyanoacrylates, oils, and solvents without the need for compressed air. It uses peristaltic pump technology to dispense material directly...

Check valves.(Editor's choice)
August 1, 2004... A complete line of check valves are available in both diaphragm and duckbill designs. Each is molded with "Premium Grade" technology. This means that every barb on a check valve is manufactured without a parting line on the sealing surface of...

Air bubble detection unit.(Editor's choice)
August 1, 2004... The Model AD-101 is an ultrasonic, clamp-on, air bubble detection system. The unit detects air bubbles or breaks in the flow of liquids or blood through different types of flexible and rigid tubing. It is ideal for non-invasive detection of air...

Valve position sensing.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The Vprox 773 valve position sensors is an exceptionally durable sensor designed for use in hazardous areas found in many processing and manufacturing applications. These sensors are available with a potted-in cable or quick disconnect,...

DIP rotaries.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The DR series of DIP rotaries features highly visible legends and offers a choice of screw-driver, shaft, dial-adjusted, or knob actuators, with trouble-free code setting. Additionally, designers can specify arrow or dot indicators. An optional...

Relief valves.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The relief pressures on a series of relief valves are easily identified by the color of the valve. Offered in 1/8 and 1/4 male NPT and 1/8 female thread, the valve housing is molded of Polyvinylidene Flouride (PVDF), an extremely stable and...

Microscopy camera.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The Focus-Scope FV-100C is a real-time, full-color, all-in-focus digital microscopy camera system that combines high speed image processing with piezoelectric technology. The light sensitive CMOS imager operates at 1,000 fps to provide a focal...

Power entry module.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... This power entry module, series DC21, is designed to save space and minimize time and cost during the assembly of electronic devices. The AC inlet and on/off switch functions are internally wired and connect to a printed circuit board with...

Power supplies.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... Three families of low voltage, power factor corrected (PFC) power supplies provide output power up to 500, 600, and 800 watts, respectively, and feature a built-in ORing device that enables current sharing for redundant operation. Designed as a...

Continuous-flex cables.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... Chainflex[R] continuous-flex cables are designed for installation in Energy Chain[R] cable carriers to deliver longer life and better performance for automated mobile machinery. Chainflex cables are ideal for demanding flexing applications...

Spectroradiometer.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The IL RPS 900 Spectroradiometer measures from 200 to 1100 nm @1 nm resolution and features a 2048 element CCD with proprietary filtering to achieve high speed and sensitivity over the entire range. Providing user-controlled integration time to...

AC motor speed controller.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The ES01/ES02 series of compact AC motor speed controllers accepts input power of 110/115 volts (ES01) and 200/230 over a wide speed range of 90 ~ 1,400 r/min and 90 ~ 1,600 r/min. The controllers can be used with the company's World K and V...

Vector/inverter motors.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... Black Max[R] motors are designed for inverter or vector applications where a torque speed range of up to 1000:1 is required. They are available from 1/4 to 30 HP. Blue Max[R] 2000 vector-duty motors are available from 40 to 100 HP and are...

Cap closing machine.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... Designed for performance and low maintenance, the cap closing machine offers case in product changeover to accommodate different sizes and styles. Standard features include automatic feeding, closed lid inspection, and an integrated reject...

Color/monochrome modules.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... These two passive matrix OLED (organic light emitting diode) display modules offer 256RGBx64 dot pixel resolution. The OLED modules provide an efficient and economical emissive display capable of a wide variety of animations, patterns, and...

LCD module.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... Assuring customers of the longer term availability of a compatible modulo to the LM4229 display the company is announcing its 128x240 LCD module with the T6963 compatible AX6963 controller. Both the LM42315 and LM62315 will be offered as 5V and...

Automated inspection system.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... This automated inspection machine comes with integrated part handling and pass-fail location placement. The system includes an industry standard Cogne or DVT vision sensor, PLC, part gripper, and controls to interface with customer's assembly...

Vision sensor.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The PresencePLUS[R] P4 GEO vision sensor easily inspects for correct features regardless of product orientation or position in the sensor's field of view, eliminating expensive and complex mechanical fixturing. It is a powerful performer that...

Air filter.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... This updated V-bank Durafil[R] air filter combines energy efficiency and long service life with new plastic construction. The enclosing frame and media pack supports are now of high-impact plastic that reduces the weight of the filter, is not...

Motion control chips.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The PCL61x3 chips' intelligent design takes over the burden-some motion control workload from the CPU. They generate pulse and direction signals to create various motion provides for stepper and digital servo drivels. The PCL61x3 chips, 3.3V...

Test assemblies.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The GORE[TM] PHASEFLEX[R] 110 Test Assemblics provide excellent phase and amplitude stability with flexure over a wide temperature range. With performance through 110 GHz, they are also flexible, with virtually no springback, allowing for easy...

Miniature motors.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The LEU Series is an ironless core, brushless linear motor producing up to 26 lbs. of peak force with an overall width of just 18 mm. The LEU motors are offered in two coil heights: the LEU-15 (15 mm) and the LEU 30 (30 mm). The series has six...

Swabs.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... These lightweight, yet durable swabs help reduce and dissipate static electricity while attracting dirt and dust. Lint-free and non-abrasive, these swabs are gentle enough for even the most delicate surfaces. The black anti-static tips are...

Gas Plasma System.(Adhesives & Coatings)
August 1, 2004... This low pressure gas plasma system is ideal for surface modification, ultra-pure cleaning, and coating. The model V160-RT Microwave Gas Plasma System is designed for continuous treatment of membrane, film, fabric, web, and foil material. The...

Adhesive film.(Adhesives & Coatings)
August 1, 2004... Many medical products, including transdermal systems and medical devices, rely on adhesives that can be used effectively on skin. The adhesives must be able to withstand the body's moisture, oils, and movement while not irritating the skin. The...

Adhesive solders.(Adhesives & Coatings)
August 1, 2004... Syon[R] electrically conductive adhesive solders can be used to form conductive paths in applications where hot soldering would be ineffective or impractical. These epoxy and epoxide formulations mix and pour easily, fill voids completely, and...

Adhesive dispense tips.(Adhesives & Coatings)
August 1, 2004... Company has expanded its existing line of general purpose and flexible adhesive dispense tips to include high precision stainless steel and tapered dispense tips. The line of tips is designed for dispensing Loctite[R] UV curable adhesives,...

Adhesive dispensing.(Adhesives & Coatings)
August 1, 2004... The MIXPAC[R] Hand-Held Adhesive Dispensing System consists of a manual or pneumatic dispensing gun, a cartridge, and a static mixer, all designed to work as an integrated, high-performance system for dispensing two component adhesives. The...

Machining center.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The V22 vertical machining center is de signed for small part, high-accuracy machining. This ultimate machining center offers a 40,000RPM spindle with superior finishing abilities, ideal for intricate work. The V22 delivers superior performance...

Mounting system.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The Thomson Piloted RediMount[R] is an innovative mounting system that allows Thomson Slides to easily mount, horizontally, vertically, inclined, or inverted, to nearly any motor, with guaranteed alignment. The Piloted RediMount mounting system...

Rollers/cam followers.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... Non-lubricated, high performance Power Core[R] curved, "U," or "V" shaped rollers are specifically engineered to replace metal rollers in demanding applications. Various parameters, including static and dynamic load, rolling speed, roller...

Capacitor.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The UL film capacitor series features an exclusive EC developed thermoplastic formulation for the capacitor enclosure, that results in significantly improved thermal conductivity and resistance to hostile atmospheres, with environmental to MIL...

Dispense system.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The EZ-mix[R] VR Variable Ratio Meter-Mix Dispense System is a piston-based, user-programmable, positive displacement system that provides fully repeatable shots with 0.1 cc accuracy. Featuring Constant-Flow[TM] technology, which eliminates...

Laser sensor.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The affordable Laser Distance Sensor (LDS) tracks object displacement of running profile changes al analog outputs up to a 100 kHZ response. This highly accurate, fast measurement rate makes these sensors an ideal choice for measuring...

Adhesive melters.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... DuraBlue 50 adhesive melters deliver simplicity, reliability, durability, and performance to product assembly, packaging, and paperboard converting operations. The incorporation of this technology allows optimization of productivity by...

Distribution valves.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... Pressure rated up to 500 psi (33 bar), these large manual rotary distribution valves have chemically inert PTFE wetted parts, sturdy PEEK casings, and KEL-F rotors. There are 5,7,9, and 11 port versions for 4-way, 6-way, 8-way, and 10-way...

FineLine prototypes ABS-like optical housings with RenShape[R] SL 7560 photopolymer.(Design Insight)
August 1, 2004... In the development of new optical equipment that provides for early detection and management of glaucoma, eight different stereolithography (SL) designs for an internal optical housing were built before the product was finalized. Supporting the...

Twin lever gate.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... This twin lever gate can reduce die change time by 75% or more. The quick opening gate can be fitted on any size extruder and can be used in plastic, rubber, and food extrusion applications. Available on the company's new extruders, it can also...

Power supply.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The 900W model--a part of the Vega series of AC-DC power supplies--offers engineers 40% more power in a unit the exact same size as the Vega 650W model. The power density is now an industry-leading 0.48 watts per cubic inch for a configurable,...

Miniature slide switches.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The EG1260 series of miniature slide switches features two optional SMT mounting configurations and three slide actuator sizes for a wide variety of printed circuit board applications. Designed with an electrical life of 10,000 cycles, the SPDT...

Photoelectric sensors.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... With patented technology, Osiris[R] photoelectric sensors improve productivity while saving time, space, and purchasing hassles. The sensors feature "multimode" technology that allows a single sensor to perform the functions found in as many as...

Polymer development services.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... Foster's Applied Polymer Development group offers custom polymer and process development services, unrelated to material purchased, to companies in the medical market. The company has been a dedicated material supplier to the medical market,...

Backlight.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The UniGlo[R] Optima[TM] fiber optic backlight offers a high brightness of 30+ Ft-L and more, depending on panel design and configuration. The Optima technology is twice the brightness of the company's standard UniGlo[R] fiber optic...

Machining center.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The 4 axis CNC 1 5/8 in. bar machining center with sub-spindle utilizes a unique three-sided tool platen featuring 9 live tools (3 on each side), 6 stationary drill holders, 8 turning holders, and a separate cutoff tool holder for complete...

Temperature controls.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The Polystat range of temperature control products can be used for the simplest to the more demanding temperature control applications. Using various bath types, more than 50 different product combinations are possible. The Polystats provide a...

Constant-torque hinges.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The MH20 and MH40 constant torque hinges are ideal for controlling motion in applications that involve positioning an object through 360 degrees of rotation. Designed to provide smooth action and a quality feel, the hinges deliver a useful life...

Converters.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The TN112, TS113, and TS114 Light-to-Voltage Converters enable designers to realize the benefits of an integrated optoelectronic solution at a discrete solution price. These latest light sensing solutions combine the components of a typical...

Digital laser sensor.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... SUNX brand digital laser sensors LS series offers a long distance and high precision detection over a wide range of applications. Equipped with a high power laser beam shooting a spot diameter of approximately 1.0 mm, the LS series includes...

Digital inclinometer.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The LDF Series digital inclinometer features a proprietary protocol that contains advanced forward error correction and error detection. Its internal processor closes the servo loop and allows the LDF to compensate for errors, including...

High isolation voltage magnetics.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The Bicron TTP[TM] platforms are capable of CORONA inception/extinction up to 20,000Vrms @60Hz, BIL ratings up to 60KV, HIPOT voltages up to 40,000Vrms @60Hz, bandwidths to 1MHz, and reduced parasitic impedances over previous test standards....

Sensor data transmitter.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The SDT is a sensor data transmitter designed to continuously monitor EtO gas and to provide gas PPM level. The unit is comprised of a controller in a sensor housing, and a semiconductor sensor. It gives linear 4-20mA output and PPM display....

Encoder interface system.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... EnDat 2.2 is an improved serial interface for quick-response drives. It is a digital bidirectional interface for encoders that is capable of outputting absolute position values, as well as requesting of updating information stored in an...

Fiber Cutter.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The palm-sized Fiber Cutter is designed exclusively for cutting or stripping plastic optical fiber and flexible light pipe cabling. Molded from ABS plastic, the miniature HandyPro Fiber Cutter[TM] measures only 1.75 in. x 1.12 in. and...

Photodetector.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... The ODD-5W silicon PIN photodiode has excellent responsivity from 400 nm to 1100 nm, exhibit low dark current, low capacitance, and feature a 2.52 mm active area diameter. Storage and operating temperature ranges from -55[degrees]C to...

Sizing up cost-effective enclosures for medical equipment.(Packaging Services)
August 1, 2004... As medical equipment manufacturers continue to develop more advanced and sensitive products, the demand for quality packaging and other protective enclosures becomes increasingly vital. Hospitals, clinics, research, testing, and emergency...

3D model-to-router slashes prototyping leadtime and cost.(Design Insight)
August 1, 2004... A wide range of engineering OEMs, subcontractors, and engineering design firms are discovering that machining 3D models on a router can slash the prototyping leadtime and expenses. The traditional approach of producing prototypes with hand...

Liquid silicone rubber molding.(Molding/Extruding Equipment)
August 1, 2004... The Lawton Verti-Zontal LSR delivers increased liquid silicone rubber molding productivity using a number of value added features. It eliminates hydraulics, resulting in improved cleanroom compatibility. Precise electric injection ensures shot...

Extruder.(Molding/Extruding Equipment)
August 1, 2004... This extruder is equipped with a unique swivel view control cabinet. The cabinet rotates 90 degrees and permits the operator complete access to the controls when standing downstream of the extruder. While the cabinet is useful in many...

Injection molding machine.(Molding/Extruding Equipment)
August 1, 2004... The K-TEC 155 S, a high performance injection molding machine with hybrid drive and 1550 kN clamping force, is designed specifically for thin-wall packaging. The "S" model is equipped with newly developed hydraulics for high-speed clamp...

Rapid molding.(Molding/Extruding Equipment)
August 1, 2004... ZA-12 casting process is ideal for the manufacture of high-precision components for medical equipment. The process, which uses permanent graphite molds to produce parts from ZA-12, a zinc-aluminum alloy, is an economical alternative to die...

Cleanroom extrusion.(Molding/Extruding Equipment)
August 1, 2004... Company maintains a manufacturing plant that is a fully contained, hard wall, cleanroom facility dedicated exclusively to the production of aliphatic grade urethane products via flat-die extrusion. Aliphatic TPU is a grade of polyurethane resin...

Fastening system offers solution to "sticky situation".(Design Insight)
August 1, 2004... It was the eighth such complaint in the last ten months. In the weekly operational supervisors meeting, it became a major topic of conversation. "Perhaps we can staple them on" was one comment. "Maybe we can redesign the product to eliminate...

Calendar of events.(Calendar)
August 1, 2004... For direct links to more information regarding these events as well as a variety of other industry happenings, view the online calendar at www.mdtmag.com. PTi International's Educational Courses To meet the needs of the growing medical...

Slip-on fittings.(Technology showcase)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Single barb slip-on fittings are a flexible, easy alternative to ferrule and push-to-connect design fittings. These low profile fittings are designed to be used with flexible Clippard hose, making them ideal for applications in which space is...

Temperature resistant epoxy.(Technology showcase)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... This two-component epoxy system is for service above 500[degrees]F Called EP125, the compound is designed to withstand exposure to boiling acids, alkalis, salts, fuels, and most organic solvents. It offers high bond strength to metallic and...

3D cad software.(Technology showcase)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... SolidWorks[R] 2003 features hundreds of enhancements that will help users analyze their design's structural integrity; easily communicate design information to others; locate downloadable parts via online supplier catalogs: and accelerate the...

Fluidic module.(Technology showcase)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... The LabKit is an integrated fluidic module ideal for liquid handling applications. Available in eight standard configurations, the pre-plumbed LabKit incorporates the company's high resolution LPV variable volume pumps (250 of 750 mL) and...

Rollstock machine.(Technology showcase)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Company offers a variety of packing solutions with its roll-stock machine range: from high-speed packaging lines for 40,000 hypodermic needles per hour to flexible packaging centers for the production of short runs with program controlled size...

Couplings.(Technology showcase)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... The NS4 Series Coupling features a non spill shut-off valve that enhances operator safety and speeds connection time. The non-spill coupling provides a lightweight, durable, compact, and economical replacement for expensive metal non-spill...

Cable assemblies.(Technology showcase)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Gore[TM] Trackless Cable Assemblies reduce particulation, vibration, size, and weight associated with most cable tracks by eliminating them altogether. The cables function in a controlled motion without a cable track or energy chain for stroke...

Peristaltic pump.(Technology showcase)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... The 400 F/A pump's compact design conserves both space and power, providing accuracy over time and long service life, making it ideal for medical instrument applications. It offers precise flows from microlitres up to 30ml/mm. The pump has a...

Metal bellows.(Technology showcase)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Micro Miniature Electrodeposited Nickel Bellows have diameters as small as 0.02 in. and are dynamically flexible. The micro bellows can bend, compress, cycle, and are helium leak-tight. They can be used as miniature flexible micro couplings,...

IV components.(Technology showcase)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... B. Braun OEM/Industrial offers a broad line of IV components to compliment its customers IV sets. Its line of IV accessories includes male and female Luer adapters, stopcocks, check valves, single and dual flow piercing devices, barbed...