Medical Design Technology articles from November 2007

Medical Design Technology archives from November 2007

Connection fittings.(Innovations)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Over-tightening fittings results in poor fluid connections and leaky processing. Click-N-Seal connection fittings eliminate this process variable by providing objective feedback that the required torque for a proper...

Fatigue testing.(Innovations)
November 1, 2007... WaveMatrix is an intelligent Windows-based software package for fatigue and dynamic testing of materials and components. With the capability to run everything from static ramps to simple cyclic, and trapezoidal or random waveforms through to...

Amplifier.(Innovations)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The DECS 50/5 (digital EC controller sensorless) is a controller for driving brushless DC motors without Hall sensors. Typical sensorless drives such as pumps and fan applications can be created. The wide input...

Stainless steel couplings.(Innovations)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The 17-4PH stainless steel couplings are ideal when high strength, excellent fatigue resistance, and high torsional stiffness are called for in an application. When compared to both 303 stainless steel and 7075-T6...

Conveyor/pallet system.(Innovations)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The X85 conveyor platform, X85 pallet system, line control, and Youtilize offers a complete automation package for manufacturers. The conveyor offers longest in class MTBF and lowest in class noise level. Substantial...

Occlusion sensors.(Innovations)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The occlusion sensor is a thin film force sensor used in ambulatory infusion pumps, insulin pumps, and enteral feeding pumps to measure occlusions (blockages) in silicone or PVC tubing. It is pressed against the...

China price-control reg raises concern among manufacturers.(Regulatory Report)
November 1, 2007... The Chinese government is floating a revised rule among U.S. and European device industry reps that would place strict price limits on medical devices imported into the country. Released to industry Oct. 12, the latest version of the rule...

Waxman queries FDA on Medtronic recall.(Noted ...)
November 1, 2007... House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chair Henry Waxman, D-CA, requests information on FDA's oversight of Medtronic's Sprint Fidelis defibrillator leads in an Oct. 22 letter to the agency. Medtronic recalled the leads Oct. 15 due...

Synthes cervical disc "approvable".(Noted ...)
November 1, 2007... Swiss firm says Oct. 25 it has received an "approvable" letter from FDA for its ProDisc-C total cervical disc replacement. Final PMA approval is subject to a review of the firm's manufacturing processes. Medtronic's Prestige, approved in July,...

Sorin group gets valve approval.(Noted ...)
November 1, 2007... Mitroflow aortic pericardial heart valve gains FDA market go-ahead, announced Oct. 26. Available in Europe for 25 years, the device will debut in the United States in December, the firm says. Competing products will include pericardial valves...

Japan's device payments will continue to decline, government official says.(Regulatory Report)
November 1, 2007... Pressures on reimbursement in Japan will not ease anytime soon and more payment cuts for medical devices are expected in 2008, according to a top Japanese health official. The U.S. industry sees Japan as a mostly untapped market hindered...

Confusion over anti-clotting therapy hinders drug-eluting stent rebound.(Regulatory Report)
November 1, 2007... Blanket recommendations for one year of dual antiplatelet therapy for patients who receive drug-eluting stents may be the biggest cloud over the market for the devices, cardiologists suggest. Drug-eluting stents accounted for only 62% of...

An interview with Stephen J. Ubl, President and CEO of AdvaMed.(View From The Top)(Interview)
November 1, 2007... Maintaining a dialogue with the FDA and Congress can be a difficult task for medical device companies who are more rightly focused on bringing new innovations to market. Fortunately, there are organizations, such as AdvaMed, who take on this...

Sounding off on ERP/CRM software.(Case In Point)
November 1, 2007... * The Project: Find an ERP software solution that will enhance operational efficiency while also reducing costs. * The Solution: Syspro's integrated ERP/CRM offering provides a robust package that satisfies the requirements while also...

Oxygen barrier technology.(Notables: Medical Packaging)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Oxygen barrier technology is available for healthcare packaging and delivery systems. This ultra-clean TPE technology provides high oxygen barrier performance that is up to ten times better than conventional TPEs and...

Medical specialty trays.(Notables: Medical Packaging)
November 1, 2007... These trays are thermoformed in a wide range of sizes from standard and eco-friendly materials and are custom designed to match production and packaging requirements. The open face trays can include special features such as symbols and engraved...

Solventless overwrap.(Notables: Medical Packaging)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Flexi-Free 6836 is ideally suited for applications that require excellent barrier but where the highest performance characteristics provided by more expensive foil-based structures is not needed. The lamination is...

Flexible packaging films.(Notables: Medical Packaging)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This family of flexible packaging films and packaging--Kenylon nylon, Kenylene poly, and Kenlam multilayer films and packaging products--is intended for a variety of markets, including medical/pharmaceutical. The...

Tyvek/foil peelable structure.(Notables: Medical Packaging)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A peelable structure that has all the benefits of Tyvek and all the benefits of foil in one package is offered. It is intended for products that need the ultimate in protection from gases, moisture, and light and...

Perspectives in molding.(PERSPECTIVES)(Cover story)
November 1, 2007... What will medical device manufacturers have to look forward to in terms of molding or their upcoming products? In this new feature, MDT asked a variety of industry experts, from molding service providers to materials specialists, what they saw...

Postmarket stent study recommended.(Industry Watch)
November 1, 2007... A U.S. FDA advisory committee has unanimously recommended Medtronic's Endeavor drug-eluting stent for conditional approval as a treatment for coronary artery disease. The advisory committee recommended that the product's labeling reflect the...

DES studies data reported.(Industry Watch)
November 1, 2007... Xtent Inc. has announced positive long-term follow-up data from the Custom I and II single-arm prospective studies evaluating the safety and efficacy of its Custom NX drug-eluting stent system in patients with coronary artery disease. At...

Parylene Japan K.K. acquired.(Industry Watch)
November 1, 2007... Specialty Coating Systems Inc. (SCS) completed its acquisition of Parylene Japan K.K. (PJKK) on September 14, 2007. PJKK, a joint venture between SCS and Three Bond Co. Ltd., was established in 1990 to provide world-class Parylene conformal...

Wound drainage manufacturer formed.(Industry Watch)
November 1, 2007... Cleveland Clinic has formed Clear Catheter Solutions, LLC (CCS) to develop systems to improve post-surgical wound drainage. Cleveland Clinic is collaborating with Medical Device Innovations, LLC of Bend, OR to continue to develop CCS's...

Calendar of events.(Industry Watch)(Calendar)
November 1, 2007... Click on the "Calendar" icon at www.mdtmag.com for information about any of the following events. November 27-29 9th Software Design for Medical Devices, The Westgate Hotel, San Diego, CA. November 29 FDA Update, Waltham Woods...

Enhancing the medical device lifecycle using medical simulators.(Device Sector Spotlight)
November 1, 2007... * Virtual reality simulators are often associated more with entertainment or video game technology than something that would serve a true medical benefit; however, that's not proving to be the case when it comes to using simulators with medical...

Prohealing coatings: a revolution in medical device surface modification: the local delivery of anti-proliferative compounds from drug eluting stents [DES] has successfully reduced rates of restenosis following stent implantation. However, somewhat higher rates of late stent thrombosis are perceived for DES compared to their bare metal counterparts. This article looks at a promising approach to address this issue.(Emphasis On Surface Treatment)
November 1, 2007... Surface modification has proven an effective method of enhancing the performance of medical devices at their biological interfaces. Materials used in the manufacture of early medical devices were selected primarily based upon their availability...

Voltage-Controlled Oscillator.(Notables: Medical Electronics)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The CVCO55CW-0800-1600 VCO operates from 800 to 1,600 MHz with a control voltage range of 0.5 ~ 19 V. This VCO features a typical phase noise of -100 dBc/Hz at 10 KHz offset and has excellent linearity. The model...

Metal pushbuttons.(Notables: Medical Electronics)
November 1, 2007... The MSM DP momentary switch is designed with two separate switching contacts. The contacts can be used as normally open, normally closed, or as change-over. The MSM DP is ideal for switching primary and secondary circuits, where an additional...

Socket interconnects.(Notables: Medical Electronics)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These versatile socket interconnects are for 0.025 pin diameter and 0.025 square pins in both single and double rows. The receptacles are precision-machined from brass alloy and assembled with our #16...

Latching connectors.(Notables: Medical Electronics)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These circular connectors are available heavily keyed and with mechanical latches, enabling them to withstand pulling forces of up to 2 lbs in a straight line. No special tools are required for mating and unmating,...

Round cable.(Notables: Medical Electronics)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] When size and electrical integrity are critical, this microminiature round cable provides one of the smallest, most durable medical cable solutions. A variety of medical devices can benefit from the cable including...

Distribution boxes.(Notables: Medical Electronics)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These distribution systems provide a complete solution with a fixed, molded cable output, or can be used as a pluggable elements. They are available in 4-way to 10-way versions for S8 or S12 connectors. The product...

Power supplies.(Notables: Medical Electronics)
November 1, 2007... The C300 DC/DC converters product line boast 7 DC input ranges of 10-16, 18-36, 36-75, 45-90, 80-160, 160-320, and 320-380 V with 10 single output voltages ranging from 5 to 220 VDC. The C300 AC/DC Series power supplies offer the same range of...

Laser source.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The MQO-SC is the world's first component level supercontinuum laser source, ideally suited for integration in OEM systems and instruments. It is based on a hermetically sealed design with telecom grade packaging....

Digital delay/pulse generator.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Model 575 digital delay / pulse generator combines the properties of a pulse generator with that of a digital delay generator. It is a multi-channel pulse generator and digital delay generator in a single bench...

Micromotor.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Series M4870U DC micromotor has an external motor-diameter of 48 mm and a length of 70 mm. The DC micromotor can achieve a stall torque of 42.7 mNm and speeds of up to 11,000 rpm. It has an iron-core construction...

Contour analysis software.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FineFit analysis software is offered for accurately comparing parts with CAD models. Designed for use with FineScan Inspection Systems, FineFit compares measurement point data to evaluate form errors of manufactured...

Surface mount LED.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The BL-Hxxx7A-TRB series is compatible with infrared and vapor phase reflow solder processes and provides compatibility with industry standard automatic placement equipment. The new series is 100% RoHS compliant and...

Extrusion capabilities.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The company's extensive extrusion capabilities range from single-lumen tubing to coextrusions and multilumen tubing, with up to 28 lumens or more possible. Formulations range from clear to pigmented to radiopaque. To...

USB hardware modems.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Available in modular and standalone configurations, these USB hardware modems process data using their own hardware and do not utilize any processing power of the host computer. The modems are CDC-compliant and are...

Gas detector.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This compact and lightweight 4-gas detector continuously measures CO, [H.sub.2]S, [O.sub.2] and combustibles. Sensors come with a three-year warranty. An extremely loud audible alarm and bright, rotating alarm lights...

Neodymium magnets.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Neodymium iron boron magnets are available in three configurations including rigid compression molded magnets, injection molded magnets, and flexible magnets. Magnetic strengths of 3.5 to 9 MGOe are custom formulated...

Micro-Bore system.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Multidec Micro-Bore system makes locating micro boring bars in the holder simple and easy for quicker micro-boring bar changes. The uniquely designed boring bar incorporates an angled back that locates the bar less...

Thermistor probes.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] NTC thermistors are used in disposable medical temperature products to optimize monitoring accuracy and clinical hygienic standards. The thermistor sensors offer a combination of electrical sensitivity, durability,...

Cleanroom hose.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Flexadux T-7 White is a flexible, medium-weight, white thermoplastic hose that is reinforced with a spring steel helix and operates over a -40[degrees]F to 250[degrees]F range. Featuring a smooth interior to promote...

Medical interconnects.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Custom RF medical interconnects are engineered to customer requirements for solving problems relative to broadband RF frequency performance, power levels, magnetic shielding, materials, size, and connectivity....

Silicone hose.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] APSM reinforced silicone hose is now offered in custom colors for easy line recognition. Previously available only in white, APSM is used for applications involving elevated pressure levels in pharmaceutical,...

Optical wipe.(New Products)
November 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This white optical wipe is a non-woven material that features the softness and absorbency of cloth, but is tear-resistant and totally lint-free. Ideally suited for cleaning and polishing precision optical substrates,...

Boker's Inc. offers its 2008 scheduling calendar and metric conversion chart.(Design Notes)(Calendar)
November 1, 2007... Boker's Inc. offers its 2008 scheduling calendar and metric conversion chart. This calendar provides a simple to use, single-paged scheduling tool and metric conversion reference. Boker's is well-known for its wide selection of non-standard...

GGB, formerly Glacier Garlock Bearings, offers downloadable two- and three-dimensional drawings of its standard products for insertion into designers' CAD models.(Design Notes)
November 1, 2007... GGB, formerly Glacier Garlock Bearings, offers downloadable two- and three-dimensional drawings of its standard products for insertion into designers' CAD models. Drawings for the company's standard metal-polymer, filament-wound, solid polymer,...

Using PARTsolutions, NKK Switches has Web-enabled a partial collection of M Series Toggles, M Series Rockers, LB Series Illuminated and Non Illuminated Pushbuttons, and the SmartSwitch?(Design Notes)
November 1, 2007... Using PARTsolutions, NKK Switches has Web-enabled a partial collection of M Series Toggles, M Series Rockers, LB Series Illuminated and Non Illuminated Pushbuttons, and the SmartSwitch? LCD programmable switches, all of which are available...

As a primary focus of sensing solutions information for the industry as well as Endevco customers, this new site includes several significant enhancements compared to the previous site.(Design Notes)
November 1, 2007... As a primary focus of sensing solutions information for the industry as well as Endevco customers, this new site includes several significant enhancements compared to the previous site. These enhancements will provide design engineers with...

A free white paper, titled "A 'Six Step Process to Investigate and Prevent Laboratory Accidents," is available for download.(Design Notes)
November 1, 2007... A free white paper, titled "A 'Six Step Process to Investigate and Prevent Laboratory Accidents," is available for download. This white paper details the six key components of an accident investigation and mitigation program that are necessary...

IDEX Medical presents a capabilities brochure entitled "Medical Device Implant & Instrument Components.".(Design Notes)
November 1, 2007... IDEX Medical presents a capabilities brochure entitled "Medical Device Implant & Instrument Components." The piece highlights more than 40 years experience the company brings to medical device contract manufacturing, specifically in terms of...

Dorner's new free 218-page catalog is designed for customers to quickly and easily find information on its six major conveyor platforms, including the 5200 Series, the company's new Qwik Conveyor.(Design Notes)
November 1, 2007... Dorner's new free 218-page catalog is designed for customers to quickly and easily find information on its six major conveyor platforms, including the 5200 Series, the company's new Qwik Conveyor. Each conveyor platform is designated by color...

Advanced Interconnections Corp. offers a 144-page catalog featuring the company's latest standard products and custom capabilities.(Design Notes)
November 1, 2007... Advanced Interconnections Corp. offers a 144-page catalog featuring the company's latest standard products and custom capabilities. Catalog 16 is an easy-to-use tool for selecting surface mount or through-hole IC sockets, adapters, or...

Silicone-hydrogel eyes contact lens market dominance.(Design Notes)
November 1, 2007... The President and CEO of Polymer Technology Group, Robert S. Ward, along with Jean Jacob, Ph.D., professor of ophthalmology at Louisiana State University Health Science Center (LSUHSC), presented a report during the 234th National Meeting &...