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Collaboration results in guiding catheters

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 12:00:00 EDT

Biomedical materials supplier DSM (dsm.com) and vascular catheter developer PendraCare (pendracare.com), both based in The Netherlands, announced the launch of PendraCare’s PRIMIUM guiding catheters that use ComfortCoat hydrophilic coating by DSM.

Tech Spotlight: Low-profile level shielding

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 12:00:00 EDT

SlimShield, a low-profile, two-piece board level shielding gasketing line with a dimpled cover that snaps into etched holes on the fence, offers shield heights as low as to .060 in. The photo etching process provides design freedom and fast delivery. Standard dimple tooling offers variable dimple location with excellent cover retention at very low cost. There is no tooling cost on standard two-piece

Tech Spotlight: Chemical- and temperature-resistant seals

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 12:00:00 EDT

Advanced medical procedures and treatments have placed rigorous requirements on medical equipment and devices. Seals and other parts in medical products are now exposed to a wider range of chemical and temperature environments than ever before. From simple seals to the most complex parts, this company utilizes a host of sophisticated technologies and processes including LSR capabilities to consistently

Expanded press-in plug line

Fri, 20 May 2011 16:54:00 EDT

A manufacturer of plastic tubing connectors has expanded its press-in plug (PIP) line, which can be used to seal off tubing during the sterilization process.

Tech Spotlight – Filters & IV Components

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 15:45:00 EDT

A custom-designed combination of elastomer and fabric seal operates as both a seal and a filter in one device.