Biomerics and ATL Technology today announced they launched a joint venture to acquire Catheter Research, including its assets in Indianapolis and Costa Rica. Catheter Research Inc manufactures interventional catheters, tube sets and other assemblies for medical devices, the companies said. The company has specific expertise in tube extrusion, … [Read more...] about Biomerics, ATL Tech join up to buy Catheter Research
PE Firm Genstar Capital acquires TekniPlex
Private equity firm Genstar Capital said this week it acquired advanced product manufacturer TekniPlex for an undisclosed amount. Wayne, Pa.–based Tekni-Plex develops products including medical tubings and compounds, pharma barrier films, dispensing components, closure liners and food packaging, the company said. "We are excited to be partnering … [Read more...] about PE Firm Genstar Capital acquires TekniPlex
Simple, yet essential: Innovation in medical tubing design
Like the human bodies they’re designed to treat, medical devices are often composed of disparate systems. Linking those systems, much like the vasculature of the human body, are systems of tubes. Tubing provides passage for gas, fluid, electronics, and even micro-sized devices to travel seamlessly. With modern designs, tubes are often slated to … [Read more...] about Simple, yet essential: Innovation in medical tubing design
Kelpac Medical buys VitalMED
PPC Industries' Kelpac Medical said today it bought medical injection molded component maker and design, development and contract assembly company VitalMED. The acquisition of Lakeville, Mass.-based VitalMed will aid Kelpac in offering medical device component solution packages and opportunities, according to the company. "The acquisition of … [Read more...] about Kelpac Medical buys VitalMED