Key Factors for an Effective Supply Chain—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Focused on the U.S., Francesco Bucciotti, managing director USA at Lincotek Medical, offers insights on the importance of a full-service supply chain partner.
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- 3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
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- Biocompatibility & Testing
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- Forging & Casting
- Instruments, Cases & Trays
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Contract Manufacturing
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Materials
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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Coatings/Surface Modification
Keith Edwards Appointed CEO of N2 Biomedical
Most recently served as SVP and general manager of Hamilton Thorne, Ltd.PR Newswire 06.30.21
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Spine/Neurology
Orthofix Rolls Out 3D-Printed FORZA Titanium PLIF Spacer in U.S.
Features optimized design, porosity, and surface that allows bone to grow into and through the spacer.Business Wire 06.29.21
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Coatings/Surface Modification
Tangible Solutions Offers In-House Post Processing
Solution ensures 3D printed titanium orthopedic implant quality, cost-efficiency, and deliverability.Tangible Solutions 06.17.21
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Contract Manufacturing
Autocam Medical Announces West Michigan Expansion
Company is building a new $60 million site.Autocam Medical 06.16.21
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Contract Manufacturing
Viant Completes $8 Million Expansion
Enhances in-house coating and single-source orthopedic implant capabilities.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 05.17.21
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Successfully Onboarding Metal-Based Additive Manufacturing
Validating titanium alloy Ti64 for additive manufacturing of orthopedic devices to accelerate technology adoption.Jeph Ruppert and Steve Ward, 3D Systems 05.17.21
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Coatings/Surface Modification
Surface Treatments and Coatings Add a Layer of Value
A roundtable discussion between experts in the field of orthopedic device surface modification and coating technologies and services.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.17.21
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Machining & Tooling
Additive Manufacturing Aids in Implant Manufacturing
3D printing technologies are growing in use for orthopedic implants, but have not yet bypassed the traditional fabrication techniques.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 05.17.21
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Materials
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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Contract Manufacturing
Finding Success with an Outsourcing Partner—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Orthopedic device OEMs need to keep a number of factors in mind to help ensure a successful collaboration with a contract manufacturer.
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
3D Systems Acquires Allevi and Additive Works
Addresses expanding application opportunities for additive manufacturing in medical and high-reliability industrial applications.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 05.07.21
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Packaging & Sterilization
Universal Packaging Solutions Help Orthopedic OEMs Manage Risk
Other benefits include cost control and accelerated time to market.Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.07.21
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
3D Systems Expands Presence in Denver
Increases industrial application development capabilities for its Application Innovation Group.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 05.04.21
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Packaging & Sterilization
Material Durability an Important Criteria in Reusable Device Packaging
A transpiration study is necessary to account for shipping, dropping, and pressure differentials in air transpiration, among other considerations.Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.30.21
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Coatings/Surface Modification
Polymer-Based Coatings on Metallic Implants Boost Osseointegration
Natural polymer coatings significantly improved metal electrochemical corrosion properties.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.29.21
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Tangible Solutions Expands Its Medical Additive Manufacturing Capabilities
Adds three small platform machines and a large-format printer.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.29.21
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Packaging & Sterilization
Sustainable Packaging Likely in Medtech's Future
Hospitals and larger purchasing organizations are increasingly inquiring about minimal, more sustainable packaging.Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.27.21
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Spine/Neurology
SeaSpine Begins Limited Rollout of WaveForm TO 3D-Printed Interbodies
The TLIF Oblique System is the company's third entry into the 3D-printed interbody space.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.20.21
