Prototyping
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Design | Prototyping
Additive Manufacturing: A Tool for Driving Innovation
Production applications for additive manufacturing are growing, but there are considerations to keep in mind.Tom Fripp, Founder and Managing Director, Addition Design & Research 03.29.19
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Design | Prototyping
Does 3D Printing Add Value in Orthopedics?
The technology has matured beyond prototyping and is ready to offer unique benefits to orthopedic device manufacturers.Christopher M. Yakacki, Ph.D., Samuel T. Mills and R. Dana Carpenter, Ph.D., The University of Colorado Denver 03.29.19
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Design | Laser Processing | Prototyping
Laser Lab Technology Center Reduces Time to Market
Company has improved prototype development through expansion of laser cutting/etching machines.Weiss Aug Group 03.11.19
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Design | Materials | Prototyping | Research & Development
New Technologies Reshape Orthopedic Design
Additive manufacturing, materials, software, and human factors considerations all impact today’s development strategies.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 08.15.18
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Biocompatibility & Testing | Contract Manufacturing | Machining & Tooling | Prototyping
Empirical Celebrates 20 Years of Service in the Medical Device Industry
The Empirical family of companies is hosting a 20th anniversary celebration and pig roast Aug. 3-5.Empirical 07.24.18
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Machining & Tooling | Materials | Molding | Prototyping
Cadence Completes Major Expansion for New PEEK Machining and Molding Capabilities
The use of PEEK components continues to rise in implantable medical devices.Cadence Inc. 05.30.18
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Assembly & Automation | Coatings/Surface Modification | Contract Manufacturing | Design | Extrusion | Machining & Tooling | Molding | Prototyping
The Right Vendors Foster Growth: Why Firms of All Sizes Need to Outsource
I was working as a product development engineer at AcroMed (a spinal implants manufacturer that was acquired by DePuy in 1998), when I noticed a gap in the medical device industry. There were plenty of companies coming up with great ideas for d…Dawn A. Lissy, President & Founder, Empirical 05.29.18
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Design | Prototyping
Shop Smart: How to Make the Most of the Prototype Phase
There are two basic types of people: Those who make sweeping generalizations, and those who don’t. (Actually, there’s a third type—one who opens columns with corny jokes and strains to hear the laugh track over the lonely cricket in…Dawn A. Lissy, President & Founder, Empirical 02.12.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Design | Prototyping | Research & Development
Bringing Conceptual Design to Life Through Prototypes
OEMs seek to address speed to market and manufacturability considerations through prototype solutions.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 11.21.17
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Contract Manufacturing | Design | Materials | Prototyping | Research & Development
Back to the Drawing Board: Designing Orthopedic Devices
Cost pressures, regulatory hurdles, and novel manufacturing methods challenge orthopedic technology designers' creativity.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 10.02.17
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Prototyping
Pro Tips for Prototypes: The Smart Way to Manage Device Iterations
There’s something about hitting the prototype stage of the development cycle that makes everything finally seem real. This is the point at which there is finally an object to hold in your hands—a physical representation of the vision, inv…Dawn A. Lissy, President & Founder, Empirical 08.15.17
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Design | Prototyping | Research & Development
Out of Ideas
Cost pressures, specialization, and customized solutions are currently driving orthopedic R&D.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.22.17
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Bracing/Prosthetics | Prototyping | Staffing, Training & Prof. Dev.
Stratasys & Department of Veteran Affairs to Launch 3D Printing Hospital Network
3D printers, materials, and training provided to foster development of custom orthotics, prostheses, and anatomical models.Business Wire 03.16.17
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Contract Manufacturing | Design | Prototyping
Precision, Speed, and Cost—Oh My!
Orthopedic device prototyping labs work to collude precision with short lead times and monetary concerns.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 11.22.16
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Contract Manufacturing | Materials | Molding | Prototyping
Micro Celebrates 70 Years in Business
Company evolved into a full-service medical device contract manufacturer.03.17.15
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Prototyping
In'Tech Medical Launches New Prototyping Division
Prototype Garage is focused on manufacturing production-equivalent prototypes.03.16.15
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Contract Manufacturing | Packaging & Sterilization | Prototyping | Research & Development
Millstone Completes Headquarters Expansion
Company adds 40,000 square feet to its home base.03.10.15
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Prototyping
Prototyping Via Innovative Customization
Device makers adapt traditional manufacturing techniques to rapidly create cost effective prototypes.Ranica Arrowsmith, Associate Editor 12.01.14
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Imaging | Large Joint | Prototyping
Fit for Duty
ConforMIS measures itself by the fit of its implants.Online Exclusives Jim Stommen, Contributing Writer 07.30.10
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Prototyping
Prototyping Case by Case
Communication is paramount for prototyping firms, especially when cost is considered.11.17.09
