MEDTEC Europe 2014 stimulates new impetus in medical technology

More than 6,300 visitors attended MEDTEC Europe I Stuttgart on June 3-5. The event focused on the most recent developments and technologies, notably in 3D printing.

MEDTEC organiser Fabienne Valambras was pleased with the results: "Our focus this year was on the new technological trends. The convention's broad program of workshops and the newly created highlight sections, like the i-Zone and the 3D-Live-

Printing-Area, generated lots of relevant input and complemented the exhibitors' section perfectly."

The i-Zone forum was especially interesting for young companies seeking information on topics like financing, billing and payment processes and marketing strategies for new medical products.

3D Systems’ representative Timothy Lew discussed the opportunities offered by the process for medical technology. The 3D-Live-Printing-Area was also the place to see theory put into practice; the Fraunhofer Institute delivered numerous lectures

presenting the advances in this field and visitors had the opportunity to admire two 3D printers at work. A leg prosthesis was printed each day of the fair and then fitted onto a patient the very same day.

The China Breakfast Meeting offered visitors the opportunity to exchange information about the Chinese market and its regulatory processes. Next year, the presentation of the Chinese market will continue in a dedicated country area.