Medical Design Technology articles from March 2005

Medical Design Technology archives from March 2005

Braided tube cutter.(MDT Exclusive)
March 1, 2005... The Accu-Cut 701SE is the first in a line of automatic cutters for braided catheters. These machines bring automated control and improved quality, eliminating a manual razor blade process. Part diameters range from 0.3 mm to 7.5 mm; materials...

Custom molded tubing parts.(Innovations)
March 1, 2005... Custom molded tubing parts, manufactured from PVC-based plastisol, address a number of problems that can occur with typical tubing and fitting connections, such as leaks, labor costs, flexibility, and uneven flow. Each part is custom engineered...

Desiccant polymer.(Innovations)
March 1, 2005... The Polymer Packaging Solutions line can be molded into virtually any shape or size and includes both standard and customized solutions. The patented 2AP desiccant polymer offers the added benefit of advanced moisture protection, allowing...

Connector.(Innovations)
March 1, 2005... A cable receptacle adds to the versatility and ease of use which characterize the HyperGrip series of high reliability, IP67 sealed, RFI/EMI shielded, circular plastic connectors. HyperGrip is user-configurable and features color-coding and...

Magnetostrictive sensor.(Innovations)
March 1, 2005... The Temposonics C-Series linear-position sensor incorporates the latest in magnetostricrive sensor technology to produce an extremely small magnetostrictive position sensor. Designed for use in higher-volume OEM products, such as medical...

Linear motor.(Innovations)
March 1, 2005... The ServoTube linear motor's patented magnetic design enables a high accuracy Hall position sensor to replace the delicate and expensive optical encoder. Eliminating the encoder removes the principal barrier to "universal" linear motor use and...

CDRH budget authority would be $165 million with $56 million for field.(Regulatory Report)
March 1, 2005... FDA enforcement activity will receive 70 percent of the $6 million increase President Bush is requesting for the medical device program in fiscal 2006, reports The Gray Sheet. The increase, consisting of approximately $1.8 million for CDRH...

Pediatric device reforms presented.(Regulatory Report)
March 1, 2005... Firms modifying devices for pediatric patients should receive fast-tracked product review, according to a proposal generated by two children's organizations and other stakeholders. Developing a "condensed 'EZ' approval process with a...

Refrigerated dryer.(Environmental Systems & Controls)
March 1, 2005... The AS-T series rotary screw compressors are available in 20 and 25 hp models. The AS-T series features integral refrigerated dryers and condensate drains to improve product quality and help reduce wear on production equipment. The units are...

Wipes.(Environmental Systems & Controls)
March 1, 2005... Vision 1 wipes consist of premium quality virgin polyester fibers that are knitted on state-of-the-art equipment especially for use in cleanrooms. This fabric undergoes a multitude of processes including cleaning, scouring, and cutting. Vision...

Filtered storage cabinet.(Environmental Systems & Controls)
March 1, 2005... The Series 91HF Cleanroom Storage Cabinet uses an aluminum framed, motorized HEPA filter for nearly 100 percent interior cabinet ceiling coverage. Clean Air Products 800-423-9728 InfoLINK--Enter 050-50301-118 at www.mdtmag.com for...

Static dissipative hose.(Environmental Systems & Controls)
March 1, 2005... This static dissipative vacuum hose features a friction-fitting molded cuff and grounding wire. It is extruded from a specially formulated thermoplastic polyure-thane reinforced with a plastic helix. Developed for use in cleanrooms, this...

Atmospheric particle counter.(Environmental Systems & Controls)
March 1, 2005... The Fluke 983 particle counter is a compact, lightweight test tool featuring an expanded data logging and six-channel particle size display (0.3 up to 10.0 [micro]m), which allows users to run more tests faster and spend less time cycling...

An interview with Tilak Shah, president, Polyzen Inc.: the outsourcing of product development is quickly becoming a major trend affecting medical device manufacturing. This month's 'View From The Top' looks at the material selection segment of the development process.(View From The Top)
March 1, 2005... Had it not been for two mentors, Dr. Adnan Sayigh and Dr. Henri Ulrich, Tilak Shah may have never gained the necessary expertise in polyurethanes to start Polyzen Inc., a manufacturer of medical balloons, tissue bags, and other disposable...

Interphex 2005[TM] Conference & Exhibition.(Show Preview)(Calendar)
March 1, 2005... April 26-28, 2005 Jacob K. Javits Convention Center New York, NY www.interphex.com With the emerging trend of combining pharmaceutical solutions with medical device technology, industry events such as Interphex are growing in importance to...

Optical filters.(Filters)
March 1, 2005... Tech Spec Shortpass filters are available in NIR wavelengths from 750 nm to 1,100 nm. These filters are designed to have a very sharp transition from transmission to reflection, making them extremely useful for fluorescence applications,...

Display filter.(Filters)
March 1, 2005... The Duralan II display filters were developed for flat panel displays that are used in high ambient light environments. They offer features that enable them to be used in environments when ambient light can create a glare. The filters can be...

Sintered products.(Filters)
March 1, 2005... A line of miniature sintered tilters, breathers, and mufflers is available to meet applications where no leaks and space savings are required. The filters are housed within 10-32 external to 10-32 threaded barb fittings. They are also available...

Membrane.(Filters)
March 1, 2005... Gore Medical Membrane's all-in-one design combines high particle-holding capability and long life with a contamination layer to provide a high level of protection to health care professionals, patients, and equipment. It is designed to prevent...

Air filters.(Filters)
March 1, 2005... Next generation flame-resistant coatings are utilized for filter media used to construct these dual EMI/RFI honeycomb air filters for medical electronics. Additionally, antimicrobial additives with a fungus growth rating of zero are being used....

HEPA/ULPA products.(Filters)
March 1, 2005... HEPA and ULPA filters are offered for environments with the most stringent air purity requirements, including health care, pharmaceutical, and laboratory. Microguard 99 filters are available in 99.97, 99.99, and 99.999 percent efficiencies on...

An evolution in coatings: what began with drug-eluting stents has progressed to coatings with multiple actions. The following article, based on interviews with leading medical device coating companies, offers insight into the latest advancements.(Cover Story)
March 1, 2005... What began with drug-eluting stents has progressed to coatings with multiple actions and beyond. Many medical devices could not exist without today's advanced coating technology. Without lubricious coatings, catheters could not be threaded to...

Outsourcing strategies for medical equipment manufacturers: one of the biggest design challenges to portability is the battery subsystem. That's why OEM design engineers working on portable medical equipment are turning to "battery experts" for answers.(Material & Component Review)
March 1, 2005... The outsourcing of manufacturing has been a common practice in the electronics industry since the 1980s, but it is only now beginning to gain a foothold in medical electronics. Unlike original equipment manufacturers in the computer and...

Researchers keep blood flowing in cardiac pumps designed with CFD.(Case In Point)
March 1, 2005... The Project: To improve catheter and rotary pumps used by patients waiting for a heart transplant. The Solution: Use analysis software to see inside the pump and minimize potential blood-flow problems. Researchers at the Cleveland...

Tubing and accessories.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... Polyurethane, coiled polyurethane, and high pressure tubing, as well as tubing accessories such as clamps and pliers, are offered for applications in medical where flexibility and reliability are required. The polyurethane tubing is available...

Actuator.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... The Type VLA actuator has fewer components and a lower overall cost, by using a THK LM Guide for its base. Long-term cost savings are also realized through the Type VLA's incorporation of patented caged technology, a QZ Lubricator, and...

Dispense valve.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... The pneumatically operated 752 Series valve is designed for accuracy and reliability. To minimize maintenance, there is no tubing to leak or O-rings to wear out. Instead, a long-life precision diaphragm that is rated for tens of millions of...

Stainless steel interfaces.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... When the environment demands, stainless steel switches, keypads, and keyboards offer protection of up to IP67 standards against water, heat, shock, and vibration. These durable products require minimal maintenance and ultimately deliver...

Hollow shaft gearmotors.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... The hollow shaft designs of a line of gearmotors (right angle, AC, De, and BLDC) optimize mountings--saving on assembly labor and reducing the number of component parts. The hollow output shaft can be connected directly to the driven load. This...

Release coatings.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... Non-silicone release coatings are designed for applications where a residue cannot be left behind that might contaminate a material or process. Available on a variety of films and papers up to 82 in. W, these non-silicone release coatings will...

Grounding coupling.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... The Aegis shaft grounding coupling prevents electrical damage to bearings of AC motors by safely passing harmful shaft current to ground. The coupling provides a low impedance path from shaft to frame, allowing current reduced by variable...

Fittings.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... Premium Grade Fittings are manufactured with an emphasis on design and quality. All fittings feature barbs without a parting line on a "sharp barb" design to ensure the best seal possible. * Molded from 100% virgin material * Highly...

Vacuum cup accessories.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... A wide variety of accessories is offered to make this company's line of replacement vacuum cups more effective when used with lifters, manipulators, pick-and-place systems, packaging, label applicators, and other vacuum equipment. Energy saving...

Luers.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... S4J Manufacturing Services Inc. specializes in the production of ultra precision components, reusable Luer Lock connectors, Quick Connects, and miscellaneous adaptors. All of its Luer Fittings are manufactured to ISO 594/1,2, the international...

Vial cap.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * data sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... The Halkey-Roberts swabable vial cap reduces the potential for accidental needle sticks and transmission of blood-borne diseases. The patented design simplifies vial attachment suiting it for home use. The benefits include low priming volume...

Diaphragm pumps.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * data sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Series 3013 miniature diaphragm pumps from Rietschle Thomas offer long maintenance-free life, quiet operation, excellent efficiency, and the ability to restart under pressure or vacuum. Six models are available to meet various needs, especially...

Clippard Push-Quick Fittings.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * data sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Clippard Push-Quick Fittings provide a simple method of connecting pneumatic components to each other and system piping. Push-Quick Fittings generally provide higher flows than barbed fittings, and allow full flow through the hose/tubing I.D....

Smart solutions for comfort and safety.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Saia-Burgess manufactures solenoids, motors, switches, electronic controllers, and subsystems. Together with our customers we develop value-based solutions for countless medical applications including patient care, diagnostics, and...

Shock and vibration dampers.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Richco introduces New Shock and Vibration Dampers, HSCBS and YD. TPE center provides shock and vibration protection. VD features blind hole mounts for rigid mounting. Flexible wings on HSCBS give extra protection. Parts are manufactured in...

Drug-eluting coatings.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Drug-eluting coatings from SurModics target drug to the intended site of action ensuring that the tissue needing the drug receives it. There is no need to use high or toxic systemic doses to achieve sufficient local concentrations, and a...

Rapid metal stamping prototypes.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Prototype your metal stampings in just days and a fraction of the cost it takes to build and test tools. Aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, steel, stainless steel, and titanium parts with material thicknesses from 0.003 in. to 0.4 in. with X and...

Connectors.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... ODU-USA Inc. is a manufacturer of high quality interconnect technologies. Specializing in push-pull cylindrical connectors, ODU is introducing a new disposable line in 2005. With custom design capabilities, ODU offers a modular connecting...

Miniature connectors.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Omnetics designs and produces Micro and Nano Miniature connectors and assemblies for applications that require high density and reliability. Interconnect has been tested to MIL-DTL-83513 and MIL-DTL-32139. Circular connectors are in-stock, or...

Industrial control cables.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... EnduroFLEX XM Series industrial control cables are test-proven to exceed 10 million bending and torsional flex cycles. The cables feature a special core design to withstand the abuses from heat generated by friction from constant motion that...

Plug and socket.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Interpower Danish Hospital-Grade Plug and Socket make it easy to design medical products for use in Denmark. Each have DEMKO approval; rated 13 amps at 250VAC. Interpower carries medical grade power system components including power cords,...

Connectors.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Introducing LEMO's new line of connectors--the REDEL Disposable Series. These specialized connectors are designed for quality performance in medical applications, yet are economical enough to justify single-use. Manufacturered by LEM0 USA, this...

Custom fabricated components.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Eagle manufactures the highest quality custom fabricated components* Fabrication capabilities include but not limited to, cutting, CNC machining, bending, end forming, grinding, laser, assembly, swaging and welding. Serving customers in...

Laboratory filters.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Filtertek offers disposable 3 mm, 17 mm, and 25 mm syringe filters and transducer protectors in a variety of porosities and materials ideal for sampling or equipment protection. Our filters work in a wide array of medical, diagnostic, and...

Non-spill couplings.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... CPC's NS4 Series couplings--now available in an ABS version--feature non-spill valves in a compact size and are ideal when even a few spilled drops pose problems regarding safety, media costs, or environmental regulations. They're lightweight,...

Microelectronics.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... The "Interpoint Microelectronics Capabilities Brochure" features chip-and-wire assembly on a variety of substrates, flip-chip-on-flex, [micro]BGA, a high speed SMT line, and multiple robotics for precision die placement and wirebonding. The...

Sheathing Material.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... GORE SIL-KORE Sheathing Material is the most robust, multi-modality, sterilizable sheathing material for covering a flexible endoscope. The material offers superior flex-life, excellent chemical resistance, and higher radial strength than other...

Conductive epoxy.(Advertiser's showcase: products * catalogs * date sheets)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... EP77M-F is a new, two component, silver filled, electrically conductive epoxy adhesive for high performance bonding. This compound has a low volume resistivity of [10.sup.-3] ohm-cm. It will set up in 5-10 minutes at room temperature, even when...

Tubing test kit.(Engineer's Toolkit)
March 1, 2005... * The Masterflex tubing test kit--free from Cole-Parmer Instrument Company--is designed to guide users of Masterflex tubing pumps in the selection of pump tubing best suited to their specific application. The line offers 21 formulations of pump...

Software solutions.(Engineer's Toolkit)
March 1, 2005... * AutoCAD users who need to work with multiple versions of DWG files can now work with any DWG file, regardless of the AutoCAD version that produced it, without suffering error messages or being forced to upgrade to a new software version....

Catalogs.(Engineer's Toolkit)
March 1, 2005... * A tree 96-page motion control product catalog provides complete technical specifications and pricing on all of Galil Motion Control's high performance, cost-effective, and easy-to-use motion controllers and drives, including the popular...

PLM Small Business Startup Pack.(Engineer's Toolkit)
March 1, 2005... The Agile OnDemand PLM (product lifecycle management) Small Business Startup Pack is available, at no charge, to qualified readers in the small enterprise market segment. The Small Business Startup Pack consists of eight user licenses, as well...