Medical Design articles from November 2005

Medical Design archives from November 2005

Boosting industrial careers.(Career Corner)
November 1, 2005... An alliance headed by the Power Transmission Distributors Association Foundation is working with community colleges and technical schools to promote awareness of the industrial distribution industry. The Industrial Careers Pathway (ICP)...

IBM addresses teacher shortage.(Career Corner)
November 1, 2005... IBM is inviting corporate America to address the critical shortage of teachers facing the nation's schools by urging U.S. corporations to join in transitioning employees to second careers as teachers in kindergarten through 12th-grade...

Lasers ready for Microfluidics, Nanotech, and BioMEMS.(NEWS FROM / Contract Manufacturers)
November 1, 2005... Contract manufacturer and laser builder Resonetics Inc., Nashua, N.H. (resonetics.com) converts drawings into finished prototypes with its Rapid X Series of lasers. The software translates .dwg, .dxf, .hpgl, and other formats to laser CNC code...

Minarik acquires Southwest controls.(NEWS FROM / Contract Manufacturers)
November 1, 2005... Motion control distributor Minarik Corp., Glendale, Calif., (minarik.com) purchased Southwest Controls Inc., (swci.com) Anaheim, Calif. The acquisition increases Minarik Automation and Controls' position in southern California by adding to its...

TSI acquires Airflow instruments' test equipment line.(NEWS FROM / Contract Manufacturers)
November 1, 2005... Measurement-technology company TSI Inc., Shoreview, Minn., (tsi.com) acquired the test instrument product lines owned by Airflow Developments Ltd. (ADL), High Wycombe, United Kingdom, (airflowinstruments.com) including its manufacturing,...

Accellent merges and buys other firms.(NEWS FROM / Contract Manufacturers)
November 1, 2005... Medical-device contract manufacturer Accellent Inc., Wilmington, Mass., (accellent.com) will merge with affiliates of private-equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. (KKR), (kkr.com). The merger is valued at about $1.27 billion. Accellent's...

Giving product development a JumpStart.(NEWS FROM / Contract Manufacturers)
November 1, 2005... Services from JumpStart, Cleveland, (jumpstartinc.org) help companies speed product development from concept to commercialization, says Foster-Miller, Waltham, Mass., (foster-miller.com). The product and equipment-design firm helps companies...

Robinson Rubber forms new division.(NEWS FROM / Contract Manufacturers)
November 1, 2005... A medical-dental division that produces molded rubber and silicone components for medical and dental devices has been formed by Robinson Rubber Products, Minneapolis, (robinsonrubber.com/medical). The division will bond molded rubber and...

The liquid level is right here.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... Levelprox is a non-invasive ultrasonic sensor that provides point-level detection of liquids through metal container walls. The sensors mount on the outside of containers and use a simple teach button to program empty and full conditions for...

Advanced medical materials online.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... www.Performance-materials.net provides online news and features for advanced materials. It covers engineering ceramics, biomedical materials, advanced composites, and performance plastics. Each area is color coded for quick navigation....

A robot for cleanrooms.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... The Staubli RX130 robot is intended for pharmaceutical cleanroom tasks. It works well in automated systems, with a repeatability (as defined in ISO 9283) of [+ or -] 0.03 mm that ensures reliable and precise part handling. The unit has a...

Disposable locking connectors self destruct.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... One-time-use locking springs are ideal for disposable and non-disposable medical and dental instruments and tamper-proof security devices. They can also be used in disposable parts that must be securely attached to the instruments, or...

Twin-head miniature pump.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... The Model 1420 miniature diaphragm pump uses an innovative twin-head design to generate higher flows than conventional diaphragm pumps of the same size. The durable, oilless pump produces high flow in a compact package, which is particularly...

Custom actuators with a click.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... An online site lets engineers customize actuation technology to their application. Customers log on to the Solutions Shop micro-site, search by industry or type of application, download printable PDFs of sample applications, and formulate...

Bayonet-style connectors.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... BPF Series blood-pressure monitor fittings provide increased convenience and ease of use over other monitor connectors. The distinctively shaped, easy-to-grip fittings mate perfectly with bayonet style cuff connectors used with NIBP and patient...

Bearings for dental applications.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... A line of dental ball bearings now includes rotary components such as drive rings and slow-speed bearings for dental, surgical, and laboratory handpieces. Bearing and drive-ring designs can be fully customized. Technical expertise is available...

Tube ribbons save time and money.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... Thermoplastic tubing and hose is joined into neat ribbons, saving time and money during installation by eliminating messy tangles. Tubes are joined with four configurations of the proprietary Hot Bond process. The first involves permanently...

Advanced scara robots.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... The TH550 and TH850F scara robots feature high-speed operations, high payload capacities, and compact bodies. Low profile, heavy-duty housings provide the stability necessary for each model to achieve rapid performance. The TH550 reaches...

Global push-to-connect fittings.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... The global connect series of push-to-connect fittings are a simple, durable, and economical alternative for a wide range of pneumatic applications that need reliable push-in connectivity. The fittings feature simple grab-ring construction, and...

Sizing and soldering LEDs.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... The Application Notes for LEDs, a nine-page pdf document, has guidelines on soldering procedures for LEDs. For instance, save manual soldering for repair and rework, and use a soldering iron limited to 30W. And the maximum soldering temperature...

Fiber lasers for markings.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... FiberTower series Q-switched fiber laser marking systems are a safe, state-of-the-art, low-cost alternative to Nd:YAG lasers commonly used for direct part marking applications. They feature a Q-switched fiber laser, scan head, PCI control...

Atrial catheter cables.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... A line of shielded atrial catheter cables for use with medical diagnostic equipment meets DIN 42802-2 and IEC 60601-1 sub 56.3(c) specifications and all applicable AAMI/AMSI EC-53 performance requirements. The flexible, multiconductor,...

Permanent and removable mounting adhesive.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... 8311M-76G permanent and removable mounting adhesive on double-coated polyester film brings a clean, permanent and removable bond to digital imaging, electronics, medical devices, and graphic arts industries for temporarily mounting foams,...

Free PCB design and layout guide.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... A free, 14-page engineering resource provides information and data on PCB design and layout for SMT, Axial, and Through Hole designs. The guide tells of hole-span requirements, component considerations, pad geometries, electrical clearance, and...

High performance stent cutting system.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... Vasculathe is a single-machine platform for the production of neurovascular, cardiovascular, and peripheral stents. The integrated motion system couples automated material handling with high-performance direct-drive linear and rotary motion....

Abrasive blaster cleans laser cuts.(DESIGN Solutions)
November 1, 2005... The MicroBlaster uses compressed air to propel abrasive media at high speed to remove sharp edges and manufacturing residue left by lasers, such as oxides and slag. If untreated, the imperfections adversely affect the performance and life span...

Privacy at the cost of research.(MEDICAL Edge)
November 1, 2005... The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was created to fortify patient confidentiality by restricting access to medical records. But a caveat of the law is impeding research. Restrictions have made it hard for some...

Wire EDM for tough materials: cutting by electrical discharge machining safeguards the surface of an open-structure, cellular material.
November 1, 2005... Conventional machining methods cannot handle certain difficult-to-machine materials used for medical applications. Therefore, firms entering the medical market typically try several. In some applications, only wire EDM can produce the required...

What designers should know about medical connectors: when connectors become afterthoughts to a project's hardware and software, expect delays.(ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS)
November 1, 2005... Electronic connectors on medical equipment must meet stringent requirements. They have to guarantee signal reliability in the face of harsh duty and tolerate frequent sterilizations. They must also be small, lightweight, easy-to-use, and fool...

Medical images in living color and more: the latest imaging developments add telltale colors to ultrasounds, produce 3D images, and see more with lasers.
November 1, 2005... Insurance companies may grouse at paying for X-ray and MRI bills, but a recent study links medical imaging to shorter hospital stays. The study, done at Massachusetts General in Boston, reports that hospital costs climbed 55% from 1996 to 2002....

Getting medical technology in and out: conflicts and snags.(INDUSTRY VIEWPOINT)
November 1, 2005... Any medical technology company seriously involved in manufacturing will encounter problems and complications while importing and exporting goods. Not only is there a lot to think about up and down the supply chain from factory or vendor through...

Medical power supplies.(INNOVATIONS)
November 1, 2005... Medical manufacturers often use power supplies from Elpac Electronics Inc., Irvine, Calif., (elpac.com) because they can be packaged outside the electronic circuitry of the device, making the final unit smaller and run cooler. Elpac produces 40...

As the worm turns.(INNOVATIONS)
November 1, 2005... Colonoscopies can cause patients discomfort as the doctor pushes an endoscope through twists and turns of the large intestine. Researchers at Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, have developed a robotic worm that one day could be...

Part 3: technology for manufacturing: this third manufacturing installment looks at advanced manufacturing methods that include cutting complex parts with 12-axis, Swiss-type lathes and injection molding tiny metal parts as easily as plastic.
November 1, 2005... Huge technological advancements that cut costs and meet or exceed quality standards are yielding the smaller, thinner, and more difficult-to-manufacture parts demanded by the lucrative medical market. One good example comes from a builder of...

MD&M West: largest design and manufacturing event.(INDUSTRY News)
November 1, 2005... Cutting edge automation and miniaturization technologies will take center stage when five shows: Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) West, WestPack, Electronics West, Pacific Design & Manufacturing, and the new Automation Technology Expo...

Sapphire and ruby orifices for medical products.(INDUSTRY News)
November 1, 2005... Sapphire and ruby single crystal materials are chemically inert and have zero porosity, do not out gas, and are non-thrombogenic. Since sapphire and ruby do not oxidize, they are ideal in environments with oxygen because there are no flash...

104-pin ceramic feed-thru gives staff control over drug delivery.(INDUSTRY News)
November 1, 2005... A 104-pin ceramic feed-thru is used in drug delivery applications and is the first to house so many pins in a 2.5-cm diameter. This lets manufacturers design smaller, less intrusive devices. Each pin can activate a different combination of...

Modular workstations.(INDUSTRY News)
November 1, 2005... Series 8000 modular workstations can be assembled and reconfigured faster than other workstations. Each can be configured in a variety of heights, lengths, and five standard industry widths. Series 8000 workstations easily convert from single...

Soft, conformable nonwoven medical tape for sensitive skin.(INDUSTRY News)
November 1, 2005... Medifix 6042 is a soft and conformable medical-grade polyurethane tape for direct skin applications, including dressings, wound care, and medical-device attachment. The gentle and moisture-permeable product is formulated for use on sensitive...

Medical Device Puerto Rico.(INDUSTRY News)
November 1, 2005... Medical Device Puerto Rico is an event for all professionals involved in the design, manufacturing, and packaging of medical devices and instruments. This show, February 16 and 17, 2006, is the island's most trusted source for education,...

Think wire EDM to shape difficult-to-machine materials.(MEDICAL MANUFACTURING UPDATE)
November 1, 2005... Wire electrode discharge machining (EDM) is the most cost-effective way to shape small, complex parts from titanium, says DEW Technologies President Ron Jobe. He says the machines require less tooling and maintenance as compared to many...

Office machine tools turn ideas into surgical prototypes.(MEDICAL MANUFACTURING UPDATE)
November 1, 2005... A lab across the hall from the operating theatre at the Doheny Eye Institute, USC School of Medicine, Los Angeles, recently acquired machine tools intended to work in offices. The Microsurgical Advanced Design lab now sports an Office Lathe and...

Keeping screens still.(MEDICAL MANUFACTURING UPDATE)
November 1, 2005... A constant-torque hinge keeps the touch-screens on Guidant Corp.'s Zoom equipment from bouncing when doctors press them to enter data. The hinges, from Reel Precision Manufacturing, Saint Paul, feature numerous C-shaped clips that grip the...

Micromolded parts have tight tolerances.(MEDICAL MANUFACTURING UPDATE)
November 1, 2005... Micromolded parts smaller than 0.003 [in..sup.3] are available in engineeringgrade plastic resins and materials (including implantables and MEMS) and many metals. Phillips Plastics Corp., Menomonie, Wisc., (phillipsplastics.com), says it has...

Next-generation lasers weld larger parts, more materials.(MEDICAL MANUFACTURING UPDATE)
November 1, 2005... Nd:YAG lasers are available with optics that are two or three generations ahead of current machines, says Lee R. Gilbert, president and CEO of the Pawrucket, R.I.-based United States Microscopic Welding Association. For instance, an open model...

Swiss-type lathe makes quick work of complex jobs.(Manufacturing Products)
November 1, 2005... The Cincom L32 VII Swiss-type lathe uses a "full servo system." Chuck clamping and workpiece collecting movements are executed by servo motors. This reduces the idle time typical with hydraulic devices and reduces power consumption and...

Control vacuum and blowback to fill molds efficiently.(Manufacturing Products)
November 1, 2005... Mold-Vac systems are standalone, motor and maintenance-free devices that eliminate molding issues from gas and air entrapment. A blowback control cleans vent pins at every cycle. The units produce precise microprocessor control for both vacuum...

Make 3D prototypes from digital data.(Manufacturing Products)
November 1, 2005... The ZPrinter 310 Plus produces 3D physical prototypes of real-world objects from CAD and other digital data. It features 300 x 450 dpi resolution, the highest in its class, letting it make highly detailed and smooth shapes. The unit's heated...

Cutting information online.(Manufacturing Products)
November 1, 2005... Seco-Carboloy's new website carboloy.com, offers numerous process videos and an online PDF version of the company's Machining Navigator. In addition to the complete tool selection and application library, the Navigator contains detailed...

BT toolholders for high-speed machines.(Manufacturing Products)
November 1, 2005... Rego-Fix's BT toolholders have no drive keys, resulting in a symmetrical and balanced toolholder suited for many new high-speed machines. BT holders in the company's ER systems accurately clamp 2 to 16-mm tool shanks. PowRgrip systems...

Robot for pharmaceutical applications.(Manufacturing Products)
November 1, 2005... The LR Mate 200iB/5WP robot is for pharmaceutical applications. It withstands vaporized hydrogen peroxide, an anti-microbial pesticide registered by EPA to kill bacterial spores on surfaces in enclosed areas. The six-axis robot has a slimmer...

Industrial shock absorbers.(Manufacturing Products)
November 1, 2005... SC 300-HC High-Cycle industrial shock absorbers are for high-speed production equipment, slides, small and medium robotics, machine tools, pick-and-place operations, and rotary actuators. Ace Controls Inc., 23435 Industrial Park Dr,...

Designers' guide to micromachining plastics: extremely short wavelengths make excimer lasers a good choice for machining micron-size holes, slots, and grooves in many materials.
November 1, 2005... The pressure to reduce costs has many designers rethinking their material selections. Precision-flow devices, for instance, traditionally were constructed of thin stainless steel, prototyped using electrical-discharge machining (EDM), and then...

This motor does more than spin.(MOTION CONTROL: NEWS)
November 1, 2005... A planetary electric motor (PEM) generates planar orbital and variable oscillatory motion without gearboxes, cranks, rotating components, eccentric weights, or bearings. These qualities make the VibraQ from VibraQ Corp. Ltd., Western Australia,...

A better way to design controls.(MOTION CONTROL: NEWS)
November 1, 2005... Labview/SoftMotion, a program that lets motion-control designers test the output of control designs in software, now runs inside the CAD-package Solid-Works. This lets SolidWorks users design machines with motors and axes, then show their...

Nanotechnology: the good, the bad, and the ugly: Nanotechnology has been hailed as the next big thing in medicine. But what about environmental ramifications? And how is it being regulated? The answers may surprise you.
November 1, 2005... Nanotechnology has received so much attention it's hard to separate what's reasonable from what's hype. But there's no denying nanotech applications will be a big thing, both in terms of scientific advances and in investment returns. The...

For the third consecutive year, the Cleveland Clinic hosted its Medical Innovations Summit, an unprecedented, international gathering of decision makers from throughout the health care industry.
November 1, 2005... For the third consecutive year, the Cleveland Clinic hosted its Medical Innovations Summit, an unprecedented, international gathering of decision makers from throughout the health care industry. The October even carried the theme of Bench to...

Parker Hannifin Corp., manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, has acquired TexLoc Ltd. and its medical division, TexMed, manufacturer and designer of fluoroplastic tubing products, for an undisclosed cash sum.
November 1, 2005... Parker Hannifin Corp., manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, has acquired TexLoc Ltd. and its medical division, TexMed, manufacturer and designer of fluoroplastic tubing products, for an undisclosed cash sum. "Parker will...

Fotofab.
November 1, 2005... Precision metal parts can be delivered in as few as 24 hours with chemical etching. Fotofab uses photochemical machining, also known as chemical etching or milling, to produce custom, precision metal parts in an efficient and environmentally...

Ellsworth Corp.
November 1, 2005... Ellsworth Corp., Germantown, Wis., (www.ellsworth.com) has added Ellsworth Adhesives Central Europe East to its family of companies. The firm will operate a sales office and warehouse in Budapest, Hungary. The company provides adhesives,...

Safeguard Medical Technologies LLC.
November 1, 2005... The Disintegrator Plus uses plasma arc technology to disintegrate a steel needle or lancet in seconds, leaving a blunt, harmless nub at the end of the syringe. The disintegration process eliminates almost all pathogens, company spokesmen say....

Marking laser lasts 100,000 hr.(Machine Of The Month)
November 1, 2005... Marking lasers are usually hefty machines that take up several square feet of space on the production line and more behind it for cooling lines, pumps, and heat exchangers. A recent design however, the ProWriter F20, needs only 18 x 12 x...

Medical device user fee rates and payment procedures for FY 2006.(Regulations & FDA)
November 1, 2005... The FDA announced the fees and payment procedures for medical devices for fiscal year 2006, as authorized by the Medical Device User Fee and Modernization Act of 2002 (MDUFMA) and the Medical Device User Fee Stabilization Act of 2005 (MDUFSA)....

Massachusetts may require written consent for reprocessed SUDs.(Regulations & FDA)
November 1, 2005... Single-use medical devices, including those that pierce the skin or enter the body or bloodstream, have been reprocessed and used again on patients without their consent. Senators in Massachusetts are considering Bill 1321 which would inform...

Microstepper motors bring picture into focus.(INDUSTRY News)
November 1, 2005... Austrian manufacturers have created a microscope headset that lets doctors examine patients with 3D vision during surgery. The system, from Lifeoptics, Vienna, Austria, (lifeoptics.com), combines the best features of magnifying glasses and...

Actuators keep wheelchairs moving.(INDUSTRY News)
November 1, 2005... When a wheelchair manufacturer revamped its powered leg-rest design, it wanted to overcome speed and power problems experienced by earlier versions. Invacare Corp., Elyria, Ohio, (www.invacare.com) chose compact electromechanical linear...

Plastic enclosures, housings, panels & shrouds.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... THIEME Corporation literature describes its full range of contract reaction injection molding (RIM) services including; CAD part design, tool development, part molding, painting, EMI shielding and light assembly. * Single Shot Parts (up to...

EO high resolution infinity-corrected objectives.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... The EO High Resolution Infinity-Corrected Objectives are ideal lenses for applications requiring long working distances and excellent resolution. Available in magnifications of 5X, 10X, and 20X, the objectives feature up to 60% higher numerical...

Stocked bellows contact springs.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... New brochure presents Servometer's lines of miniature, gold-plated, bellows-type spring contacts and flexible interconnect contacts, which range from OD's of 0.037" to 0.125". Servometer contacts insure electrical continuity where vibration,...

Nanomotion's full line catalog.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... Nanomotion's full line catalog introduces the most advanced series of ceramic servo motors. As the leading manufacturer of piezo-electric motors for precision motion control applications, Nanomotion's product line ranges from single element...

Free downloadable 3D CAD drawings from BishopWisecarver.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... Download your BishopWisecarver 3D Models for free at bwc.com. The linear motion leader in guide wheel technology now presents fully configurable systems and components available in native 2D and 3D CAD formats. The easy to use online catalog...

CGI Inc. gearheads.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... Offering the widest range of standard gearhead ratios available in the industry. Providing custom solutions for motion control and automation applications. CGI is focused on engineering expertise and knowledgeable, customer service. CGI...

Vinyl & foam grips.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... Hunt-Wilde is the world's leading handlegrip manufacturer. We are also one of the foremost experts on injection molding vinyl. Since 1946, we have been supplying a cross section of industry with innovative solutions and designs to meet their...

Super-E[R] NEMA Premium[TM] efficiency motors.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... Baldor Electric Company offers Super-E[R] NEMA Premium[TM] efficiency motors from 1 through 1500 HP in low and medium voltages. TEFC, ODP, WPI and WPII enclosures are available with choice of environmental protection such as severe duty, IEEE...

Adhesives, sealants & coatings.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... Master Bond Inc. manufactures a line of adhesives, sealants, coatings and encapsulants employed for the manufacture of both disposable and reusable medical devices. Our product line consists of epoxies, silicones, polyurethanes, cyanoacrylates...

QuickTrak[R] linear motion system.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... BishopWisecarver offers an off-the-shelf solution that reduces design and installation costs by easily integrating into machine configurations. The belt or screw driven QuickTrak[R] is ideal for light industrial use in laboratory, medical and...

Peridot Corporation.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... At Peridot, complex, difficult-to-manufacture, miniature and tight-tolerance parts are never a problem. Our surgical components include cannula; guide wires; blades; formed needles (hypodermic, laboratory, and CE-marked reusable needles,...

Ceramic Injection Molding technology.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... Small Precision Tools (SPT) is a world leader in Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM) of complex components with micron tolerances in high volume. With over 30 years experience, SPT has advanced processing capabilities and a worldwide network in the...

The power of plasma.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... Do you struggle with Adhesion and Bonding problems with your materials? Gas plasma may be the solution you've been looking for. Bond the Unbondable! Wet the Unwettable! Coat the Uncoatable! For over 25 years PVA TePla America, formerly...

Miniature harmonic drive gearheads.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... HD Systems has introduced a line of zero-backlash miniature harmonic drive gearheads. These gearheads are available in 3 styles with gear ratios of 30:1 to 100:1. They can be close-coupled to any appropriately sized motor. The gearheads range...

A quarter century of success.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... Medical Device Consultants, Inc. (MDCI), a full-service CRO and regulatory consultancy, helps medical device, IVD, and combination product manufacturers and suppliers achieve and maintain FDA and international compliance. Visit www.mdci.com for...

Quick turn capability for custom flexible circuits.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... Photoetching and laser processing enable rapid turnaround for prototypes and production runs of flexible circuits for medical applications. Photoetching produces a precise edge while allowing windowed leads and back side access. Laser...

New medical device coating system cures in 1/2 hr.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... With HYDAK[C] FAST-CURE coatings, vascular catheters and guidewires can be now be cured in just 1/2 hour. These coatings are formulated with the natural biopolymer, hyaluronan, which is hydrophilic and highly lubricious. Coatings are compatible...

Electronic packaging.(DATA files: PRODUCT LITERATURE ADVERTISING SECTION)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... Learn about the broad range of Pentair Enclosures electronic packaging solutions for medical applications at www.medical-enclosures.com. * Schroff 19" enclosures, portable instrumentation cases, systems and subracks * Custom backplane...