Binder offers M12 connectors for surface mount technology

April 2, 2024, 2:38 pm

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NEWS RELEASE: Various M12 connectors are now offered in versions designed for surface mount technology (SMT), enabling streamlined and automated processes. CAMARILLO, CA— binder, a leading supplier of industrial circular connectors, offers products from several M12 series as surface-mount devices (SMDs). These are suitable for further processing in fully automated processes, such as for the…

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E Tech Group names VP of Life Sciences Central and Process Industries groups

April 3, 2024, 10:24 am

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NEWS RELEASE: E Tech Group Names Trent Meyers, P.E. Vice President of Life Sciences Central and Process Industries Trent Meyers, P.E. assumes the role of Vice President of Life Sciences Central and Process Industries at E Tech Group bringing more than 30 years of industry experience in management and operations. His appointment reflects E Tech’s…

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5 things that will shape surgical robotics over the next decade

April 4, 2024, 9:50 am

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Surgical robots are smaller, smarter and being launched into space. 2024 is going to be a huge year — here’s why. You’ll see a lot of surgical robotics talk at this year’s DeviceTalks Boston. I believe 2024 will be remembered as the year when the surgical robotics sector — not just one company — planted…

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eXeX uses Apple Vision Pro to manage reverse total shoulder arthroplasty

April 4, 2024, 12:36 pm

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eXeX announced that it successfully used the Apple Vision Pro system to organize and manage a reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. The company said it was the first-ever use of Apple’s spatial computing headset in a procedure of this kind. It’s yet another medtech application of Apple’s VR headset, with Karl Storz, Siemens Healthineers and Stryker recently unveiling…

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Applied Motion Products launches MDX+ low-voltage servo system series

April 4, 2024, 2:50 pm

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NEWS RELEASE: MDX+ series: Low-voltage integrated servo system 20% smaller than standalone Morgan Hill, CA – Applied Motion Products introduces the MDX+ series, a family of low-voltage servo systems that integrate a servo drive, motor, and encoder into one package. Solutions with 100/200/400/550W power output are available. The MDX+ product line supports pulse train-based control…

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Maxon helped get Virtual Incision’s surgical robotics system to space

April 4, 2024, 3:09 pm

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NEWS RELEASE: Remote robotic assisted surgery system tested aboard the International Space Station maxon’s components are integral in the spaceMIRA surgical robot, which recently completed its first demo test surgeries in zero gravity on the International Space Station. Six doctors took turns controlling the device from Earth. The spaceMIRA, developed by Virtual Incision and researchers…

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Wytech buys Silvertip & Associates to launch Minneapolis grinding division

April 5, 2024, 10:00 am

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NEWS RELEASE: Wytech Strengthens Precision Grinding Capabilities with Silvertip & Associates Acquisition Rahway, NJ – Wytech Industries and its affiliate company Mountain Manufacturing Technologies, supported by Vance Street Capital, purchased the assets of Silvertip & Associates on April 1st, for the creation of a strategic grinding division located in Minneapolis, MN, that is focused on…

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How Orthobond’s antimicrobial coating prevents contamination of medical devices

April 8, 2024, 9:24 am

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A new antimicrobial coating could go a long way in keeping medical devices free of infection-causing microbes after winning FDA de novo approval for its first indication. Device developer Orthobond says its proprietary Ostaguard antimicrobial coating offers a new defense against bacteria, viruses and fungi that could contaminate the surface of an implantable device before…

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Medtech supplier Solesis names new president and CEO

April 8, 2024, 3:42 pm

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NEWS RELEASE: John Witkowski appointed President & CEO of Solesis TELFORD, PA — Solesis, a leader in the custom design, development, and manufacturing of textile- and polymer-based healthcare solutions for the medical device and biopharmaceutical industries, is pleased to announce that John Witkowski has been appointed as the new President & CEO, effective immediately. In…

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Fictiv launches nearshoring solution for production injection molding

April 9, 2024, 6:00 am

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NEWS RELEASE: Fictiv Launches Nearshoring Solution for Production Injection Molding OEMs can now source economical steel tools manufactured overseas and shipped to Mexico for reliable, nearshore production—seamlessly through Fictiv’s global manufacturing network. SAN FRANCISCO — Fictiv, a global manufacturing company, today announced a new hybrid injection molding solution for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) who need…

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Human-machine interface (HMI) development and integration under DIN EN ISO 13485

April 10, 2024, 5:00 am

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NEWS RELEASE: SCHURTER Elevates Medical Device Standards with ISO 13485 Compliance Santa Rosa, California — SCHURTER, a leader in innovative technology solutions, underscores the pivotal role of adhering to stringent standards in medical device development. In this recent Application Note, SCHURTER emphasizes the importance of compliance with the medical standard DIN EN ISO 13485 to…

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Evonik expands capacity for customized Resomer powder biomaterials

April 10, 2024, 10:30 am

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NEWS RELEASE: Evonik expands capacity for customized RESOMER® powder biomaterials New solvent-free micronization technology expanded at the Darmstadt site in Germany Manufacturing powders under ISO 13485 and GMP standards with customized particle sizes and broad range of material properties and degradation times Opening up new innovations in aesthetic applications and medical device manufacturing Darmstadt, Germany. Evonik…

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3 things Medtronic needs to overcome to bring AI to healthcare

April 10, 2024, 12:06 pm

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“We’ve got work to do to unlock the revolution of AI in medical devices,” said Medtronic’s chief technology and innovation officer. Leaders at the world’s largest medical device company think artificial intelligence combined with medtech could enable the innovation needed for personalized and effective healthcare. “We have to activate the future of healthcare with AI…

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Nitinol grips prevent slips in Abbott’s heart valve clips

April 10, 2024, 3:16 pm

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Nitinol is a key material in the heart valve clips that Abbott designed for its TriClip and MitraClip transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) systems. Abbott designed the TriClip system (approved by the FDA in April 2024) for reducing tricuspid valve regurgitation using fourth-generation heart valve clips that Abbott originally developed for the MitraClip transcatheter mitral valve…

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Verily says its Study Watch could identify heart failure risk

April 11, 2024, 10:26 am

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A study conducted by Verily, Duke University and Stanford University demonstrated the potential of a wrist-worn device in detecting heart failure risk. The study showed that walking behavior captured by the Verily Study Watch is associated with different levels of heart failure (HF) risk for asymptomatic individuals, or those at risk of developing HF compared…

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E Tech Group secures new investment from Graham Partners

April 11, 2024, 12:46 pm

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NEWS RELEASE: E Tech Group Secures New Investment from Graham Partners, Sets Stage for Continued Growth and Innovation With this new investment partnership, E Tech Group expects to accelerate organic growth and acquisition to become a top system integrator in North America  E Tech Group, one of the nation’s leading automation system integrators, announced today…

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What is nitinol and where is it used?

April 9, 2024, 4:43 am

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Nitinol is a nearly equiatomic metal alloy of nickel and titanium with unique properties, including superelasticity (also called pseudoelasticity) and shape memory. Superelasticity/pseudoelasticity means nitinol shows great elasticity under stress and can snap back to its original shape when pressure is released.  Nitinol’s superelastic properties allow medical devices using it to compress to a lower profile…

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Steris adds X-ray sterilization in Suzhou, China

April 12, 2024, 9:19 am

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NEWS RELEASE: STERIS announces completed expansion of Suzhou, China facility now includes X-ray processing Supports medical device manufacturing with additional radiation processing capacity Complements existing EO, E-beam and gamma services in Asia As part of our long-term commitment to supporting global medical device manufacturing, STERIS is pleased to announce the expansion of its existing Suzhou,…

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MDO wins ASBPE awards for medtech coverage, data journalism and DEI

April 12, 2024, 9:26 am

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Medical Design & Outsourcing and members of our team have once again won honors in the annual American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Awards of Excellence competition. The ASBPE Awards of Excellence, also called the Azbee Awards, recognize the highest quality reporting, editing and design in business-to-business, trade, association and professional publications. Medical Design…

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Why ultrafast lasers are driving state-of-the-art techniques for medical device manufacturing

April 12, 2024, 11:10 am

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Ultrafast laser processing is unlocking the next generation of medical device manufacturing. By Bryan Germann and Travis Schneider, Aerotech  Since their introduction to medical manufacturing, lasers have become a stalwart of device OEMs’ manufacturing methods. They are commonly used in applications for additive and subtractive (e.g. drilling, cutting and ablation) manufacturing, material joining, marking and…

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How Eko Health’s AI-powered stethoscope detects early signs of heart failure

April 15, 2024, 3:43 pm

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The device developer is tapping tech both old and new, explains Eko Health co-founder and CEO Connor Landgraf. Eko Health is souping up an old technology for a powerful new way to help detect early signs of heart failure. Eko won FDA clearance for an algorithm powered by artificial intelligence — built with Mayo Clinic…

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Engineered silicone swelling fluids enhance medical device design and manufacturing

April 16, 2024, 1:20 pm

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Engineered silicone swelling fluid offers an innovative solution to the challenges of integrating complex multi-lumen tubing into modern medical devices. By Elizabeth Norwood, MicroCare As medical devices become smaller and more functionally complex, seamless integration of precision components is critical. Designers must maximize portability and usability, while manufacturers need efficient assembly methods that meet stringent…

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Velosity wins gold for workplace safety from Minnesota Safety Council

April 16, 2024, 2:26 pm

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NEWS RELEASE: Velosity Earns Prestigious Minnesota Safety Council Governor’s Workplace Safety Award Dedication Secures Gold Standard Recognition FOREST LAKE, MN — Velosity, a leading contract manufacturing organization for medical devices, will be honored for its outstanding commitment to workplace safety and health during the 2024 Minnesota Safety and Health Conference on April 30 and May…

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Micrometal touts benefits of its PCE process for medical devices

April 17, 2024, 11:48 am

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NEWS RELEASE: Micrometal’s PCE process tackles the complexity conundrum in modern metal part manufacturing Muellheim, Germany — micrometal Group’s photo-chemical etching (PCE) process has emerged as a formidable solution in the area of precision metal part fabrication, adept at addressing the complexity conundrum that modern-day industries face. In an environment where product intricacies are not merely…

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This device treats overactive bladder without drugs or surgery

April 17, 2024, 4:03 pm

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Avation Medical co-founders Jill Schiaparelli and Manish Vaishya discuss the design of their wearable Vivally neuromodulation system for bladder control. One in six adults struggle with bladder control, but many prefer wearing a diaper instead of drugs with side effects, weekly needle stimulations or surgery to place a neurostimulator implant. So Avation Medical developed a…

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