It’s about figuring out how and where to go with the cardiac ablation and then engineering the best catheter-based delivery device, according to a top Acutus Medical scientist. Cardiac ablation is when a physician intentionally destroys a small amount of tissue in the heart to treat and prevent heart rhythm problems. The procedure creates … [Read more...] about Design challenges to overcome when developing cardiac ablation devices
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Nordson to acquire NDC Technologies
Nordson Corporation today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Spectris's NDC Technologies for $180 million. Dayton, Ohio-based NDC Technologies makes in-line measurement sensors, gauges and analyzers using near-infrared, laser, X-ray, optical and nucleonic technologies. The acquisition will expand Westlake, Ohio-based … [Read more...] about Nordson to acquire NDC Technologies
Freudenberg Medical touts expanded catheter sensor integration capabilities
Freudenberg Medical recently announced that it has increased its catheter sensor integration capabilities. The expanded capabilities allow the company to work with sensors for temperature and pressure, entire sensor arrays and fiber optic sensors in catheter manufacturing. "At Freudenberg Medical, we understand the difficulty in handling … [Read more...] about Freudenberg Medical touts expanded catheter sensor integration capabilities
Zeus Industrial Products brings in CathX Medical
Zeus Industrial Products has agreed to integrate catheter-based contract manufacturer CathX Medical into its organization. The financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed in yesterday's announcement. San Jose, Calif.–based CathX provides catheter design engineering services, rapid prototyping, manufacturing, and full or … [Read more...] about Zeus Industrial Products brings in CathX Medical
Freudenberg Medical expands Costa Rica operations
Freudenberg Medical announced it is expanding its manufacturing operations in Alajuela, Costa Rica. The expansion project adds 8,600 ft² to the existing facility, including an additional ISO Class 7 cleanroom for catheter manufacturing and assembly, molding, extrusion and packaging, as well as added office space. Get the full story on our … [Read more...] about Freudenberg Medical expands Costa Rica operations
Qosina adds single-use bioprocessing devices
Qosina this week launched its product line for the single-use bioprocess industry. The new product line includes tube-to-tube bard connectors, luer fittings, check valves, tubing pinch clamps, tubing, steam thru connectors and more. “Qosina has been a trusted supplier for over 40 years and has worked with some of the best-known brands,” … [Read more...] about Qosina adds single-use bioprocessing devices
Catheter & Medical Design acquires VitalDyne Medical
Catheter and Medical Design today announced that it has acquired VitalDyne Medical for an undisclosed amount. Through the acquisition, Catheter and Medical Design takes ownership of VitalDyne's laser cutting, welding, micromachining and finished device manufacturing capabilities to complement its existing complex catheter shaft design and … [Read more...] about Catheter & Medical Design acquires VitalDyne Medical
Biomerics expands Costa Rica, Texas manufacturing operations
Biomerics recently announced that it is doubling its manufacturing footprint in Costa Rica and Texas. The Salt Lake City, Utah-based company broke ground on a new greenfield plant adjacent to its current operations in the La Zeta Free Trade Zone in Cartago, Costa Rica. The new facility totals 110,000 sq. ft and will include engineering labs, … [Read more...] about Biomerics expands Costa Rica, Texas manufacturing operations
NewAge Industries announces expansion, plans another
Plastic and silicone tubing manufacturer NewAge Industries (Southampton, Pa.) expanded into a recently vacated warehouse at its headquarters in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. The company said it has experienced significant growth over the past several years and needed more room for its inventory of tubing, reinforced hose, custom molded products, and … [Read more...] about NewAge Industries announces expansion, plans another
TechnoMed is rebranding to Tecnoideal America
TechnoMed this week announced that is rebranding to become Tecnoideal America, effective Jan. 12. The Derwood, Md.-based company's name change is part of its larger initiative to establish a local presence in North and South America. Tecnoideal America will build its local technical capabilities with technical experts to serve customers on … [Read more...] about TechnoMed is rebranding to Tecnoideal America
