Confluent Medical Technologies (Fremont, Calif.) said it has acquired Tube Hollows International (Windham, Maine) and launched a "High-Performance Nitinol Tubing Center of Excellence." Confluent Medical said it established the center in response to increasing market demand for high-performance nitinol tubing in challenging applications such as … [Read more...] about Confluent Medical acquires Tube Hollows International
Tubing Components
How to ensure the structural integrity of multi-layer polymer tubing
When designing a co-extruded multi-layer tube for an intravascular application, the final physical properties of the polymers used are not the only factor. For optimal extrusion, it is also important to consider the effects of the viscosity, the polymers’ melt temperatures, and their placement in the structure. Steve Maxson, Spectrum Plastics … [Read more...] about How to ensure the structural integrity of multi-layer polymer tubing
Vascular catheter construction: Reviewing the basics and what’s new
Advances in catheter components are paving the way for improved, more sophisticated devices. A super-thin-walled PTFE catheter base liner presents new opportunities for smaller devices. MRI-compatible LCP braiding is stronger than previous non-metal braidings and rivals the strength of some stainless steel braidings. Kevin … [Read more...] about Vascular catheter construction: Reviewing the basics and what’s new
What is metal tubing for medical devices?
Most small hand-held devices used for surgery include some type of tubing technology. The design engineer ultimately must decide whether drawn tubing or a rolled tube technology will best suit a particular device. Jim Jock, Micro Metal tubes are frequently used for the shafts of disposable and reusable medical instruments. The tubes can be … [Read more...] about What is metal tubing for medical devices?
Washington Equity Partners acquires Accu-Tube and appoints new CEO
Washington Equity Partners recently announced that it has acquired Accu-Tube (Englewood, Colo.). The financial details of the deal were not disclosed. The company also appointed Kevin McGrath as CEO of Accu-Tube, effective immediately. McGrath has held a number of leadership roles, including most recently, VP of advanced surgical at Tecomet. He … [Read more...] about Washington Equity Partners acquires Accu-Tube and appoints new CEO
How’d they do that? 7 innovations from medical device contract manufacturers
Charles Darwin wrote, "In the long history of humankind (and animal kind, too) those who learned to collaborate and improvise most effectively have prevailed." Medical device companies get the credit for many innovations, but many need the ingenuity and commitment of contract manufacturers who design and produce the components that make those … [Read more...] about How’d they do that? 7 innovations from medical device contract manufacturers
7 MD&M East exhibitors you need to know
MD&M East is a major medtech tradeshow on the East Coast of the U.S., showcasing some of the industry's latest developments in packaging, automation, plastics, design engineering and quality. The event houses over 750 suppliers with more than 8,000 attendees who are able to network, explore new career opportunities and find partners for … [Read more...] about 7 MD&M East exhibitors you need to know
Peelable tubing technology could transform miniaturized catheters
Here's how peelable tubing technology is leading to advances in catheterization. Joe Rowan, Junkosha The future of the medical tubing sector is an interesting one, not least because there are a variety of pressures on organizations within this space to provide cost-effective, highest quality products in shorter timescales. This is mainly driven … [Read more...] about Peelable tubing technology could transform miniaturized catheters
Zeus appoints Steve Peterson as president
Zeus (Orangeburg, S.C.) recently announced that it has appointed Steve Peterson as the company's new president. The appointment took effect on May 1. Peterson recently served as the global head of marketing and sales, as well as senior VP at the company. He will continue to report to Zeus's CEO as he transitions into the role of president. As … [Read more...] about Zeus appoints Steve Peterson as president
10 BIOMEDevice Boston exhibitors you need to know
Updated April 20, 2018 BIOMEDevice Boston provides an opportunity for more than 4,000 engineers and executives and 400 suppliers in New England’s design and manufacturing industry to connect and network. The annual event was held at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, April 18-19. Hundreds of medical device industry suppliers showcased … [Read more...] about 10 BIOMEDevice Boston exhibitors you need to know