Foam is a versatile product that offers medical device manufacturers a wide range of options to include in their equipment designs. Engineers can use foam to absorb liquid, maintain seal integrity, filter the passage of air into and out of products, cushion, insulate, or support weight. Foam for med [...]
Medical device manufacturing is one of the most highly regulated industrial sectors. The products they create directly and indirectly impact end-users, ranging from clinicians and hospitals to patients. Manufacturers risk far more than litigation if their products fail because such events can have l [...]
Vacuum forming is a method of manufacturing thin, hard-shelled plastic or rubber components with minimal joints, contoured to specific shapes. A sheet of plastic, silicone, rubber, PVC or other rigid material is heated to a forming temperature. The material is then stretched and applied to a single- [...]
Currently, around 2.7 million U.S. adults use wheelchairs, and as the Baby Boomer generation ages, this number is expected to grow. Wheelchair manufacturers are under pressure to enhance their products to accommodate this market. Since Boomers are well-known for having strong opinions as well as bei [...]
Surgical devices are tools used to perform specific actions during surgery or other medical procedures. Uses include modifying biological tissue or providing access to internal organs or other body parts for the purpose of excision, removal, replacement, or repair. According to the World Health Orga [...]
Orthotics and prosthetics are assistive devices people use to enhance or replace an injured or missing limb. Orthotics include wrist and ankle braces, heel supports for shoes, and spinal supports for people with pain or difficulty using any of these body parts. Prosthetics typically replace a limb o [...]
Diagnostic instrument panels are a mainstay in many industries, including healthcare, where they are used in imaging, radiation therapy, monitoring of blood pressure, medication administration, chemotherapy, anesthesia. The panels exist in every hospital section, including the emergency room, intens [...]
The healthcare industry spends approximately $200 billion each year on medical devices, according to a recent medical journal article. The equipment purchased includes diagnostic and medical apparatus and supplies across a range of manufacturers and suppliers, many of which are considered physician [...]
Entering motherhood is one of the most profound and intense experiences in any woman’s life. It begins with the baby’s birth, which can be fulfilling or traumatic depending on multiple circumstances. Medical facilities continually face the challenge of ensuring their patients’ comfort during labor a [...]
Medical providers are under as much pressure as other service providers to deliver a good experience that encourages engagement and boosts occupancy and revenue. Studies show that the use of color in the design of medical supplies plays an essential role in enhancing the user experience. By using co [...]
