Medical
Higher Speeds, More Integrated Processes at K Show
“Go faster” and “integrate more functions” look to be the guiding principles of new injection molding developments to be shown by Engel Austria at K 2013 in Dusseldorf this October.
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‘Reshoring’ Is Not a Myth
For this molder, 35% to 40% of current sales is new business generated in the past two to three years—and some of that is due to reshoring.
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Medical Output Remains Strong
Hike of 6% expected this year. Growth will continue, albeit at a slower rate, in years to come.
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New Hybrid Machine Platform Focused on Customization, Integration, Energy Savings
After five years of product development behind the scenes, Athena Automation is ready for its close-up.
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Extreme Molding’s Mantra: ‘Find Your Niche and Stick to It’
For a small custom injection molder competing in today’s global market, Lynn Momrow-Zielinski has two pieces of advice: 1) Develop a business plan and stick to it. 2) Find a technical and/or market niche and stick to that, too.
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BD’s Holistic Approach To Sustainability
For medical device giant Becton Dickinson, sustainability takes into account material selection, manufacturing, packaging, logistics, waste reduction, energy use and reduction, and more.
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Sustainable Medical Molding: For Nypro, It’s Good Business
“Why worry about sustainability?” asks Ed Cathey, controller of Nypro’s Mebane, N.C., injection molding plant.
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This Blow Molder Tackles Technical Parts That Others Won’t Touch
Tom Boyd is used to incredulous looks from potential customers.
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Novel Medical Applications for Copolyesters
One is a surgical instrument that cleans laparoscope lenses in situ during minimally-invasive surgeries—with a handle made of a blend of Eastman’s Ecdel copolyester TPE and its Eastar PETG.
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More Complexity Adds Costs And Opportunities in Medical
The rapidly rising cost of healthcare will generate demand for products that lower these costs to consumers. There are several ways that plastics can achieve these kinds of savings.
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