Levity Products this week launched a set of newly patented external catheter stabilizers. The Levi External Catheter Stabilizer (LECS) device allows for a unique method of securing urine and balloon ports. The devices come in three variations designed for different types of catheters to improve clinical outcomes and quality of care. "Levity's … [Read more...] about Levity Products launches external catheter stabilizers
Medical tubing market to be worth $12 billion in 2025
The medical tubing market is expected to be worth $11.9 billion by 2025, according to an analysis from Grand View Research. Grand View Research suggests the industry will expand at a revenue-based consumer annual growth rate of 9.2% over the next five years. Increased health expenditures from individuals and increased emphasis on healthcare by … [Read more...] about Medical tubing market to be worth $12 billion in 2025
Trelleborg touts geometric transition extrusion technology
Trelleborg is showcasing its GeoTrans geometric transition extrusion technology at MD&M West, Feb. 11-13, in Anaheim, Calif. The technology uses high consistency rubber silicone and eliminates the use of assembled joins that can be weak and cause failure modes and internal misalignments. With the assembled joints eliminated, component … [Read more...] about Trelleborg touts geometric transition extrusion technology
Technomed to launch advanced solvent dispenser for tubing assemblies
Technomed is set to launch its DS-Vision advanced solvent dispenser for bonding medical tubing. DS-Vision is a machine that helps medical equipment and device manufacturers improve quality control systems while lowering the rate of non-compliant plastic bonded products, according to the company. Technomed's machine features a built-in quality … [Read more...] about Technomed to launch advanced solvent dispenser for tubing assemblies
Freudenberg Medical touts twisted lumen tubing
Freudenberg Medical recently launched its twisted lumen tubing HelixTwist. The multi-lumen silicone tubing technology is designed to prevent lumen kinks and blockages by providing a balance of stress in the inner and outer lumens when tubes bend. It is ideal for pacemakers, breathing tubes, neurostimulation and other applications that navigate … [Read more...] about Freudenberg Medical touts twisted lumen tubing
Guill Tool & Engineering to tout reciprocating head at MD&M West
Guill is touting a new reciprocating head at MD&M West, Feb. 11-13 in Anaheim, Calif. The reciprocating head features a linear reciprocating assembly that can change a tube's profile and replaces the traditional tip and die assembly. Guill Tool's process of changing tube profiles is repeated throughout a single extrusion run without … [Read more...] about Guill Tool & Engineering to tout reciprocating head at MD&M West
Smiths Medical launches Portex tracheostomy tubes and kits
Smiths Medical this week launched its Portex polyvinyl chloride tracheostomy tube and kit portfolio. The new polyvinyl chloride (PVC) tube portfolio has options for a variety of patients, according to the company. "Our goal was to create tracheostomy tubes and kits designed to help clinicians provide the best patient care. We're excited to … [Read more...] about Smiths Medical launches Portex tracheostomy tubes and kits
IRRAS wins renewed CE mark for IRRAflow catheter
IRRAS this week said it won CE mark approval for its IRRAflow catheter. The new approval comes after the company received two CE marks for its IRRAflow system's tube set with a digital pump and control unit. "We are pleased to receive the final CE mark for IRRAflow in Europe, which is a strategically important geography for IRRAS," president … [Read more...] about IRRAS wins renewed CE mark for IRRAflow catheter
What is the best tubing for medical device applications?
Device designers have to investigate application parameters while also dealing with the product’s regulatory and compliance requirements to choose the right tubing. Here is the process for selecting the right tubing product and supplier for a given application. Alex Kakad, for NewAge Industries When selecting a tubing material for your … [Read more...] about What is the best tubing for medical device applications?
SoniVie wins FDA breakthrough device designation for catheter-based hypertension device
SoniVie has won FDA breakthrough device designation for its Therapeutic Intra-Vascular Ultrasound System for patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension. The Therapeutic Intra-Vascular Ultrasound (TIVUS) System is a dedicated therapeutic ultrasound catheter that enhances the treatment of PAH, the company said early this month. It is inserted … [Read more...] about SoniVie wins FDA breakthrough device designation for catheter-based hypertension device
