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by Joe Jancsurak, Editor
“Documents are like diamonds. They are very precious. And they (like hard-drive content) last forever.” This was one of the take-away gems delivered by keynoter Nancy Singer at last month’s Medical Silicone Conference, presented by Medical Design in Minneapolis.
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Recognizing that more patients of all ages are being discharged from hospitals to continue their medical treatment at home, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced an initiative to ensure that caregivers and patients safely use complex medical devices in the home.
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Bimba Introduces New Electric Actuators
 After more than 50 years of pneumatic leadership, Bimba introduces its first ever rod-type electric actuator—the Original Line Electric (OLE). Designed, built and tested to provide the greatest durability, highest speed and most thrust per dollar, Bimba’s OLE actuators are ideal for applications requiring increased control and flexibility. Just like Bimba’s trusted Original Line pneumatic cylinders, OLE actuators deliver the quality, durability, delivery and outstanding customer service you’ve come to expect.
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Two prototype systems for high-definition (HD) digital recording and storage solutions for the operating room (OR) were shown by San Diego-based Sony Electronics (sony.com/HDforSurgery) at the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) 2010 World Congress of Endoscopic Surgery held in April in Landover, MD.
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When used properly, dry lubricants typically reduce the force needed to actuate or execute a device by 25% to 30%, and provide an almost effortless actuation for the medical professional performing the procedure. When it comes to selecting dry lubricants, there are many variables to consider.
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Five microcontroller (MCU) product lines for medical applications by Freescale Semiconductor, Inc, Austin, TX, draw low power with stop currents of less than 450 nanoamps and integrate an LCD segment display, USB connectivity and advanced analog circuitry.
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viewLinc 3-in-1 (temperature, relative humidity, and differential pressure) cleanroom monitoring system by Veriteq Instruments, Inc, Richmond, BC Canada, can be installed on any existing network via Ethernet, PoE (Power over Ethernet), WiFi or any combination. Other benefits include . . .
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Compact ceramic piezo motors and actuators by PI (Physik Instrumente) LP, Auburn, MA, serve as effective replacements for classical actuators and motion control components in medical and pharmaceutical applications. High-speed motors, high-force actuators and zero-wear flexure designs are available. Advantages and applications include . . .
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Fast doesn't mean simple
Proto Labs created The Protomold Torus to demonstrate interesting, complex features that can be designed into your parts for an assortment of different purposes. "The Torus" comes with an informational user key that describes the features and mold-making techniques used to produce those features.
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Boker’s 2010 Washer Catalog
Boker's free 2010 Washer Catalog features over 24,000 non-standard flat washer sizes with ODs of 0.080" to 5.140"; numerous IDs and thicknesses; 2,000 materials; and no tooling charges. ISO 9001:2008 Registered.
www.bokers.com/mee
Free Machining Tips
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Phillips Plastics Corporation®
Medical OEM projects often require more that a custom part or a vendor with limited services. Learn more about the engineering services, materials support, clean rooms, quality control, packaging, sterilization, manufacturing technologies available from Phillips Plastics.
Product & Material Testing
Medical OEMs are product and technology experts, but understanding test requirements and carrying them out is challenging, taking you away from what you do best. Learn more about medical product test methods and requirements from the experts at DDL. www.testedandproven.com
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