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Orthopedic manufacturers are always looking to improve designs of implants and instruments. The pace of development is fast and the desire for innovation is strong. To accommodate this kind of [...]

It is an exciting time to be involved with orthopedic rapid prototyping. Technology is advancing to the point where the process is getting faster and more accurate, and in some [...]

The importance of material selection for an orthopedic device cannot be understated. Implants must be biocompatible with what they encounter in the human body and strong enough to withstand wear. [...]

Lean principles are all the rage in manufacturing, and for good reason: They can reduce steps and cut costs. But they are best known for their use in industries that [...]

Prototyping is a discipline that presents many challenges. These challenges are magnified when the task is to build a prototype for an orthopedic device. Not only must the materials used [...]

The coating or surface modification of an orthopedic device is a precise process that can easily break down if the correct procedures are not followed. It used to be a [...]

In the world of orthopedic devices, surgical instruments may not get the same attention as implants, but they are every bit as crucial to a successful operation. If an instrument [...]

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The article discusses on the importance of joint approach by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers of orthopedic industry of the U.S., in selecting materials for orthopedic designs. It is mentioned that OEMs look to improve properties of materials so they can design better products. It also includes information on several materials to choose from for orthopedic applications, which includes polyetheretherketone, ceramics and metals.

The article focuses on leveraging the trends in the integration of prototyping and production on medical device Original Equipment Manufacture (OEMs). Bridgeport president Ken Fisk says that suppliers with high degree of expertise was being search by customers to perform both production and prototyping. Proven Process Medical Devices president Ken Fine adds that regulatory issues were the biggest impact of prototyping on production schedules.

The article discusses the fiscal stability and profitability of in-vitro diagnostic (IVD) industry despite of the current depressed economy in the U.S. It notes that the improving advancements in medical technology as well as the need to diagnose all types of diseases to determine the appropriate treatment for these pathological conditions have contributed to its growth. However, cost pressures have urged several IVD companies to indulge into a good outsourcing relationship.

The article discusses the advent of the laser-based processes of the medical device original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the U.S. It presents insights about the laser's benefits in manufacturing including its versatility, geometry aspects and speed. Mike Treleaven, director of applications engineering for Tegra Medical, states that laser can be a manufacturing tool in any device that uses tubing or sheet metal in its design.

The article discusses the importance of collaboration between orthopedic original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers in the U.S. on the development a successful orthopedic prototyping procedure. It states that the process of creating a prototype for an orthopedic device is challenging since a design must be accomplished without spending too much money. It notes that the collaboration between OEM's design group and supplier's prototyping team is important to attain such goal.

The article focuses on the need for original equipment manufacturer (OEMs) to choose the right tooling and machining for orthopedics manufacturing. Pleasanton president Patrick Pickerell says that the overall design strategy should be taken into account in order for customers to save money. Tegra Medical business development vice president Tom Burns adds that the original order size should be increased which will likely allow for lower inspections costs and lower setup.

The article focuses on a study that was published in the previous issue of the journal "Stroke" which reveals that never consuming breakfast or skipping it increases the risk for stroke, and presents the views of Yasuhiko Kubota, researcher of the study, on the same.