The Impact of 3D Printed PEEK Implants on Orthopedics—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
A proven material offers an array of benefits over metal as well as other materials for applications within the orthopedic sector.
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Materials
Successfully Transitioning from a Metal to Polymer Component—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Metal is still the material of choice for orthopedics, but polymers can be an attractive alternative for various applications.
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Instruments | Instruments, Cases & Trays
Using Modularity and Personalization to Stand Out in the OR—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Benefits of customization extend well beyond branding and marketing initiatives as they can effect clinical efficiency and procedure time.
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Packaging & Sterilization
From Design Freeze to Packaging/Sterilization and Beyond—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Once the product’s design is final, packaging and sterilization questions must be answered if they haven’t already been addressed.
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Contract Manufacturing
Addressing the Labor Shortage and Availability Costs—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
By finding answers to challenges occurring at the end of the production cycle (i.e., packaging and sterilization), companies can resolve unanticipated delays.
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Materials
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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Biocompatibility & Testing
An Evaluation of Laboratory Testing for Orthopedic Device Makers—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
As devices become more complex and adopt new materials and technologies, manufacturers need laboratory testing partners who can keep pace.
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Impact of Additive Manufacturing on Orthopedic Technology—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Orthopedic device manufacturers have to consider a number of factors before selecting additive manufacturing for their products.
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Instruments
Developing Devices to Meet Today’s Orthopedic Trends—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Single-use instrumentation and sterile-pack solutions provide an array of benefits to surgeons and their patients.
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Contract Manufacturing
Ensuring On-Time Orthopedic Product Delivery—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
One supplier reveals how it is handling supply chain shortages and labor concerns following the challenges of the pandemic.
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Packaging & Sterilization
Benefits of Pre-Validated Packaging—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Saving time to market and costs, pre-validated packaging provide benefits for medical device manufacturers.
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Supply Chain
The Supply Chain Factor: Sales and Strategies for a Changed Marketplace—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Supply chain struggles as a result of the pandemic have resulted in shifts in how business handle this business aspect.
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Testing and Regulatory Landscape for Additively Manufactured Devices—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Uncertainty in proper procedures has left orthopedic device manufacturers seeking answers.
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Biocompatibility & Testing
Addressing Chemical Characterization for Medical Devices—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Understanding the make-up of medical devices that have direct contact with the patient is critical to ensure a safe device.
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Molding
Injection Molding of Implantable and Bioresorbable Molded Components—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Durable plastics and fabrication benefits make injection molding an attractive alternative for orthopedic device manufacturers.
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Contract Manufacturing | Design | Prototyping
Building a Relationship Through Innovation—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Chuck Hansford of Tecomet explains how truly partnering with a supplier throughout a product development process can lead to multiple benefits.
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A New Twist on Hydrogen Peroxide Sterilization—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Marco Bianchi and Guido Rovera of De Lama explain the overwhelming benefits of their low-temperature sterilization solution.
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Contract Manufacturing
Driving Motion in Surgical Power Tools—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
There are significant considerations that go into the decisions around keeping power tools moving.
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Personalized Healthcare Solutions Through Additive Manufacturing—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Technology is enabling a greater level of care to be delivered through personalized medical solutions, created with additive manufacturing.
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Packaging & Sterilization
Sustainable Ethylene Oxide Sterilization of Medical Devices—An Orthopedic Innovators Q&A
Concerns over the safety of EO sterilization facilities and its potential impact on the surrounding environment has created a need for alternatives.
