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Light Fixation Revolutionizes Two-Part Epoxies

August 8, 2019

Two-component epoxies are suitable for structural bonding and protective potting. For many industrial applications, the time lapse before reaching initial strength has been deemed a major disadvantage, until now.

Experience is key to leak testing

John Sprovieri

August 6, 2019

Flow and leak testing are required for any medical device that brings a substance to or from the body. Flow testing ensures that there are no blockages and the substance being delivered can make it through.

What's New With Orbital and Radial Forming

Reliable for 50-plus years, today’s orbital and radial forming machines also offer flexibility, traceability and servo-driven precision

Jim Camillo

August 6, 2019

Inventors of manufacturing technology have many sources of inspiration. One is human anatomy, which has led to the development of things like hand-like grippers and collaborative robots. Another is commercial technology that is used in toys.

Surface Preparation and Medical Silicone Adhesives

Cleaning and priming substrates prior to bonding can significantly improve adhesion

Brian Reilly James Darlucio

June 7, 2019

Medical device manufacturers often use silicone adhesives to assemble products such as catheters, pacemakers, cochlear implants, aesthetic implants and gastric balloons.

Flex’s Multi-Industry Success is by Design

Zoe Leduc

June 4, 2019

For Flex, there isn't a question of what can't they do, but what they will do next. The 50-year-old company began manufacturing electronic products, something it still does today, but has expanded to offer end-to-end production across the globe.

MedTech Report: One in Four Exports From MA is a Medical Device

May 28, 2019

BOSTON—Nearly one in four exports from Massachusetts is a medical device, making the state No. 1 in the nation in share of exports of medical devices as a percentage of total exports, according to a report by the Massachusetts Medical Device Industry Council.

Researchers use Magnetic 3D Printing to Make Microrobots

May 28, 2019

TORONTO—Assembling a microrobot used to require a pair of needle-nosed tweezers, a microscope, steady hands, and at least eight hours. But, now University of Toronto engineering researchers have developed a method that requires only a 3D printer and 20 minutes.

What’s New in Leak Testing

New applications and stricter requirements are spurring innovation in leak testing technology

John Sprovieri

May 3, 2019

Myriad automotive components are checked for leaks, including turbochargers, oil filters and radiators. However, leak testing doesn’t end with the suppliers of those components.

Positioning Equipment Improves Ergonomics for Medical Device Assembler

Powered positioning equipment helps workers at Thermo Fischer Scientific to assemble 40-pound incubators safely and efficiently

Judy Camp

April 10, 2019

Ergonomic upgrades are becoming a vital part of many workplaces, and assembly workstations can be especially challenging. According to data from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, ergonomic issues cost U.S. companies upwards of $54 billion annually, and they account for one-third of workplace absences.

What You Should Know About Curing Lamps

The right lamp is crucial for optimal curing of adhesives

Robert Saller

April 9, 2019

UV-curing adhesives are often the first choice for fast and efficient bonding of components. Able to cure within seconds, these adhesives allow high throughputs to be achieved in serial production.

Traceability is documenting every step of production in order to enhance quality, proactively manage recalls, and provide process visibility. The challenge is determining which technology should be used in the application — RFID, barcode, or both? We will discuss each method and help determine when to use one over the other.

Medical Devices Assembly
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Light Fixation Revolutionizes Two-Part Epoxies

Experience is key to leak testing

What's New With Orbital and Radial Forming

Surface Preparation and Medical Silicone Adhesives

Flex’s Multi-Industry Success is by Design

MedTech Report: One in Four Exports From MA is a Medical Device

Researchers use Magnetic 3D Printing to Make Microrobots

What’s New in Leak Testing

Positioning Equipment Improves Ergonomics for Medical Device Assembler

What You Should Know About Curing Lamps

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