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China takes "wait and see"
attitude?
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Like many Chinese medical-device manufacturers, Mindray Medical
International had a long-term plan to penetrate the U.S. market. To
this end, the company, which makes products such as operating tables and
patient-monitoring machines, recently bought Datascope, a U.S. company
with a good brand name and a well-structured distribution channel.
Ironically, Mindray now finds it might be better-off sticking with the
Chinese market, at least for now, says an online article at Forbes.com.
Why? The Chinese government has pleged billions of dollars to upgrade
health care in rural areas, while the U.S. is trying to cut healthcare
costs. Mindray's strategy is probably that of watching the recession
while continuing to work with global partners, waiting for the right
jī huì (opportunity). Also see
Medical Manufacturing in China: An Awakening
Dragon?
and
China, player in the global market.
Questions? Comments? Send them in, and we might
publish them here!
— Leslie Gordon
leslie.gordon@penton.com
my blog
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The initial design phase of a medical-device project doesn't
effectively determine functions and features unless careful attention is
paid to identifying optimum materials for the application. Without that,
the design may take longer and prove more costly as it travels the path
from concept to functional molded part.
Full Article
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Apple Rubber offers expanded line of
medical-grade
elastomer seals and O-rings.
 In addition to popular
Silicone, Apple Rubber now offers custom O-rings and seals made from
medical-grade elastomers such as Viton® fluoroelastomer (FKM) and
EPDM rubber. Ideal for medical applications, such elastomers feature
improved chemical resistors, excellent heat resistance
(400°F/200°C), and low permeability to gases. Capabilities at
Apple Rubber include complete engineering support, manufacturing,
quality assurance and a Class 10,000 ISO Class 7, certified
cleanroom.
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Hospitals are known for being safe and orderly, but this isn't
always the case when it comes to their radio frequency (RF) systems.
Unfortunately, stray signals can cause problems for many devices such as
MRIs, telemetry devices, and ultrasound instruments.
Full Article
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Coatings for enhancing the performance of medical devices continue
to be an area of intense research. New flow control technologies are
improving the production process, especially in the area of liquid spray
coating technology. Improved coating uniformity and part-to-part
repeatability are benefits of using this technology. If direct liquid
coating cannot be applied, new vaporization technology is available,
which can generate controlled vapor flow for precision coating
applications.
Full Article
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The EVOS fl digital imaging system from AMG - Westover
Scientific includes a microscope, high-resolution digital camera,
and an LCD. An LED-based "light cube" combines an illumination source,
light engine, and fluorescence filters into a single compact unit,
eliminating the need for users to align or calibrate the device. Users
can adjust the LEDs, reducing the chance of photobleaching or
phototoxicity. The EVOS fl includes an embedded microprocessor, giving
users full control of image acquisition and management without the need
for an external computer.
Full Article
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The four-axis Microgage Receiver from Pinpoint Laser Systems Inc.
is for correcting machinery-alignment problems. It measures two
linear axes, X and Y, and their angular components, yaw
and pitch. The linear axes show how well machinery is aligned along a
centerline while angular readouts show if there are parallelism
problems. The unit suits the aligning of lathes, turning centers, and
spindles, as well as linear slides, rams and pistons, and injection
molding machinery. A compact, digital display provides readings and is
easy and intuitive to use.
Full Article
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KYDEX FST thermoplastic from KYDEX LLC is now available in
sheets with a low-gloss finish or integrally colored metallic, or as an
injection-molding resin. The material has built-in antimicrobial
protection that won’t wash or wear away. This helps keep the surface
cleaner and inhibits the growth of bacteria that can cause stains,
odors, and product deterioration.
Full Article
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Is your product ready for
China?
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Mack Molding announces
MackMedical
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Mack Molding Co.
announced the formation of its medical products group,
MackMedical. Located at Mack’s headquarters in Arlington, Vt.,
MackMedical includes product development, program management, quality,
regulatory, document control, purchasing, sales and production, all
skilled in medical manufacturing. Long known as a plastic injection
molder, Mack also provides design, prototyping, metal fabrication,
product assembly and direct order fulfillment. Specifically for medical
customers, the company has also recently added product refurbishment,
complaint investigation, and obsolescence management.
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Fluke Biomedical announces launch of
new Web site
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Fluke Biomedical announces the launch of its new Web site at flukebiomedical.com. The site features enhanced
search capabilities and a pleasant and efficient customer experience.
The companys says that even in this dire economic environment, Fluke
continues to provide top technology and customer support.
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Boker's Free 2009 Washer Catalog
Boker's 2009 Washer Catalog has over 23,000 non-standard sizes with
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2,000 material variations. ISO 9001:2000 Registered
www.bokers.com/mee
Protomold
"Designing for Moldability" is a quick-reference user guide for rapid
injection molding, great for engineers and designers of plastic parts.
Download this invaluable guide today!
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Dimension, a division of Stratasys
Dimension 3D printers are fast, office-friendly systems for building
functional, durable 3D models. And they’re affordable: Lease prices in
the US start at just $275/month.
www.dimensionprinting.com/md
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