Five Critical Questions to Ask Your UHMWPE Supplier—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
When seeking new material alternatives, it’s important to know what questions to ask about it to help identify the best supply partner.
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CoorsTek Bioceramics Achieves Legal Victory Against CeramTec
The U.S. PTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) has cancelled CeramTec GmbH’s trademarks in the color pink.Charles Sternberg, Associate Editor 12.16.22
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How Orthopedic Composites Solve Problems Related to Devices and Equipment
Exploring the major advantages of composite materials used in the orthopedic sector.Online Exclusives Aditya Joshi 11.30.22
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Evaluating Material Options for Orthopedics
Interest in new capabilities and benefits are driving the advancement of material innovation in the orthopedic device technology space.Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor 11.15.22
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Cortland Biomedical Adds Capabilities for Processing Radiopaque Fibers
Will enable surgeons to view the position of the implant under fluoroscopy months or even years after surgical placement.Charles Sternberg, Associate Editor 10.28.22
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Why a Polymer Is Critical to Successful Orthopedic Device Performance
UHMW-PE), is uniquely suited to meet the high standards for biocompatibility and flexibility required in manufacturing orthopedic implants.Rainer Walkenhorst, Ph.D. , Senior Manager, Technology & Innovation Engineered Materials, Celanese 09.16.22
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Cortland Biomedical Adds Suite of Post-Processing Services & Technologies
The latest services will enable the company to provide its OEM customers with their implantable fabric or device in its final form.Charles Sternberg, Associate Editor 08.10.22
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Stratasys to Buy Covestro's 3D Printing Materials Biz for €43M
Stratasys will gain a portfolio of about 60 additive manufacturing materials.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 08.09.22
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Influencers on the Orthopedic Implant Manufacturing Market
Supply partners provide innovative services to orthopedic device makers to help enhance their implant offerings.Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor 05.26.22
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Materials | Spine/Neurology
Osteoconductive PEEK Biomaterial for Injection Molding
Two companies are combining their expertise in the effort to expand the performance spectrum of plastic implants.
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CaP Biomaterials Becomes ISO13485:2016 Certified
Strengthens its management with director of R&D Jon Proxmire.Charles Sternberg, Associate Editor 01.28.22
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Material Innovations Provide Solutions for New Orthopedic Products
Material advancements enable new opportunities for orthopedic device makers.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 11.17.21
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The Impact of Bioresorbables in Orthopedics—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Orthopedic device makers can consider bioresorbable materials for certain applications to enhance a patient’s treatment.
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EU Trademark Court of Appeals Upholds Ruling in Favor of CoorsTek
Reaffirms CoorsTek’s ability to manufacture and market their CeraSurf-p 'pink' implantable ceramic hip components.08.04.21
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Nitinol and FDA Guidance: Key Insights to Consider for Medical Devices
Manufacturers using at least one nitinol device component must consider recent FDA guidance and protect end users from nickel-ion release.Dr. Sherry Parker and Dr. Kimberly Ehman, WuXi AppTec Medical Device Testing 05.17.21
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Materials | Trauma/Sports
New Biosealant Could Stabilize Cartilage, Boost Healing After Injury
Research shows using a hyaluronic acid hydrogel system temporarily stops cartilage degeneration that commonly occurs after injury.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.09.21
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Nextremity Solutions Enters Supply Agreement with Fort Wayne Metals
Gains access to a specialty Magnesium-based alloy for use in orthopedic implants.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 01.26.21
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Titanium in the Medical Industry
The material offers a number of benefits for orthopedic device manufacturers for developing products from implants to instruments.Infographics Kim Crabtree, Account Manager, Titanium Processing Center
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Making the Grade: Orthopedic Materials Spotlight
Advancements with materials are enabling the use of fabrication processes not previously available for certain applications.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 11.18.20
