Benefits Driving the Nearshoring Trend—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Recent challenges have caused many medical device manufacturers to rethink their outsourcing strategy and supply chain geographies.
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Biocompatibility & Testing
Lab Tested, Industry Approved: A Discussion of Ortho Device Testing & Analysis
A group of medical/orthopedic device testing experts discuss the impacts of industry trends on their businesses.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 09.12.23
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Laser Processing | Machining & Tooling
A Creative Spark Is Needed for Machining in Orthopedics
Innovations in machining and supporting technologies enable developers to achieve fantastic results with the traditional fabrication technique.Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor 09.12.23
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Design | Research & Development
How In Silico Simulations Can Slash Medical Device Development Risk
In silico simulations can lower risk-associated device incidents, failures, and recalls.Muhammad Jamil, Ph.D., Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer, StarFish Medical 09.12.23
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Materials
Navigating Nitinol’s Biocompatibility, Potential Toxicity, and the Evolving Regulatory Landscape
The material and market attributes make a clear case for nitinol’s broad applications in medical device manufacturing.Kim Ehman, Ph.D., Bindu Prabhakar, Ph.D., Dr. James Eucher, and Krississ Ohneswere, WuXi AppTec 09.12.23
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Biocompatibility & Testing | Design
Exploring Issues Surrounding Quality Control & Device Design for Osteoporosis Testing & Monitoring
What are the potential solutions and how can manufacturers and orthopedic professionals provide patients with the best outcomes?Online Exclusives Amanda Winstead, Freelance Writer 08.30.23
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Large Joint | Materials
FDA OKs Exactech's Activit-E Knee Replacement Polyethylene
This technology addresses the looming shortage of gamma radiation for crosslinking.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 08.21.23
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Contract Manufacturing
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Assembly & Automation | Machining & Tooling
The Impact of Advanced and Novel Technologies in Orthopedics—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
New processes and innovations within machining, automation, and additive manufacturing are pushing capabilities forward.
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Software & Quality
Orthopedic Devices are Reaching a Digital Convergence
A look at how digital technologies are transforming orthopedic design and manufacturing, as well as the care environment.Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor 08.04.23
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Packaging & Sterilization
5 Ways to Handle a Supply Chain Narrative Firestorm
The EO firestorm has already had or will likely have a significant impact on many cascaded healthcare supply chains.Chris Oleksy, Founder and CEO, SCHAIN101 08.04.23
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Assembly & Automation | Biocompatibility & Testing
Leveraging Automated Inspection to Counter Labor Shortages
We can no longer assume competitive pay alone will be enough to attract and retain quality employees.Brad Traczyk, Orthopedic Quality Manager, Lowell Inc. 08.04.23
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Powering the Shift to Personalized Healthcare
Advances in 3D printing systems and materials are powering rapid adoption of personalization in healthcare.
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Contract Manufacturing
Elos Medtech Expands Global Footprint with Acquisition of Klingel
Together, they will form a leading medtech CDMO with strategically located sites across the U.S., Europe, and Asia.Charles Sternberg, Associate Editor 08.01.23
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Contract Manufacturing
How to Build a More Resilient Orthopedic Supply Chain
Diversifying orthopedic supplier networks to shore up supply chains in the post-pandemic landscape.Online Exclusives Amanda Winstead , Freelance Writer 07.24.23
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Contract Manufacturing
Meeting the Challenges of the Medical Device Industry with Compact Manufacturing Innovation
How compact manufacturing technologies are shaping healthcare.Online Exclusives Nisan Lerea, CEO, WAZER 07.13.23
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Himed & Lithoz Enter Long-Term Strategic Materials Research Partnership Agreement
Aim to enhance medical-grade bioceramics for implants using biocompatible calcium phosphates.Charles Sternberg, Associate Editor 07.12.23
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Assembly & Automation
Managing Risk in the Age of Rising Orthopedic Automation
How to establish effective risk management protocols that take automation into consideration.Online Exclusives Charles Sternberg, Associate Editor 06.27.23
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Paragon Medical Opens New Additive Manufacturing Facility
The facility offers 34,000 square feet of manufacturing and operational space dedicated to 3D printing.Charles Sternberg, Associate Editor 06.22.23
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
BellaSeno Unveils Data on Biomechanical Properties of Bone Reconstruction Scaffolds
Comparative study shows BellaSeno's bone scaffolds withstand higher loads and longer stress cycles.Charles Sternberg, Associate Editor 06.20.23
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Machining & Tooling | Trauma/Sports
Bioretec Invests in CNC Machining Center
The new CNC machine will boost production capacity of RemeOs products at the company's Tampere, Finland factory.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 06.14.23
