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Honeywell’s product has been recognised for technical recyclability
TerraCycle has recognised our Aclar Barrier Film Blisters as technically recyclable for PVC and PETG-based blisters. Read more
19 May 2022
FRX Polymers’ flame retardants earn SAFER designation from ChemFORWARD
FRX Polymers Inc., an expert in polymeric halogen-free flame retardant solutions, has announced that its Nofia branded flame retardants have earned ChemFORWARD’s SAFER designation. Read more
18 May 2022
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How new fine powders are compatible with multiple processing methods
Polyplastics has introduced a new series of engineering plastic fine powders which are compatible with a broad range of manufacturing methods. Read more
13 May 2022
Medical Manufacturing Technologies acquires Medical Production Technology Europe
Medical Manufacturing Technologies (MMT) has expanded its catheter manufacturing solutions offering with the acquisition of Medical Production Technology Europe (MPT). Read more
20 May 2022
Vision Engineering reinforces base with Milturn acquisition
Vision Engineering, a 64-year-old British designer and manufacturer of high-quality visual instrumentation, has announced the acquisition of Milturn Precision Engineering, of Hinckley, Leicestershire, a precision engineering specialist. Read more
20 May 2022
Panacol develops new removable edge bonder
Panacol has developed Structalit 5705, a new, removable edge bonder specifically formulated for bonding consumer electronics components. Read more
19 May 2022
Honeywell’s product has been recognised for technical recyclability
TerraCycle has recognised our Aclar Barrier Film Blisters as technically recyclable for PVC and PETG-based blisters. Read more
19 May 2022
FRX Polymers’ flame retardants earn SAFER designation from ChemFORWARD
FRX Polymers Inc., an expert in polymeric halogen-free flame retardant solutions, has announced that its Nofia branded flame retardants have earned ChemFORWARD’s SAFER designation. Read more
18 May 2022
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Borealis and Reclay Group collaborate to make plastic circularity a reality
Borealis, a provider of advanced and circular polyolefin solutions, and the Reclay Group, experts in environmental and material recovery management, announce the beginning of a new, jointly-founded entity, Recelerate GmbH. Read more
18 May 2022
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Ampacet introduces new white masterbatch for medical applications
Ampacet, a global masterbatch leader, introduces ProVital+ 1101209-EM, part of the medical-grade ProVital + masterbatch range designed for the healthcare market. Read more
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Davis-Standard to promote coating & slitter machinery at Converter’s Expo
Davis-Standard will promote the company’s liquid and extrusion coating machinery at booth #111 during Converter’s Expo, April 26 – 27, at Lambeau Field Atrium in Green Bay, Wisc. Read more
20 Apr 2022
BioInteractions launches TridAnt medical devices coating
BioInteractions, a UK biomaterial technology company, has launched TridAnt, a new coating technology for medical devices which represents a paradigm shift in infection prevention and protection against a broad range of pathogens. Read more
20 Apr 2022
latest Device news
Panacol develops new removable edge bonder
Panacol has developed Structalit 5705, a new, removable edge bonder specifically formulated for bonding consumer electronics components. Read more
19 May 2022
Honeywell’s product has been recognised for technical recyclability
TerraCycle has recognised our Aclar Barrier Film Blisters as technically recyclable for PVC and PETG-based blisters. Read more
19 May 2022
latest covid-19 news
Teel Plastics wins $4.65m U.S. government contract for swab sticks
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), on behalf of and in co-ordination with the Department of Health and Human Services, has awarded a $4.65 million contract to Teel Plastics, to expand US-based industrial production capacity of extruded swab sticks Read more
25 Nov 2021
Vaccine preparation device developed to increase roll-out capacity
Bristol-based Indus Fusion is developing an automated vaccine preparation device for NHS COVID-19 vaccine clinics, with early trials indicating a 40% increase in roll-out capacity. Read more
25 Nov 2021
latest merger & acquisitions news
Minnesota Rubber and Plastics acquires Primasil Silicones
Minnesota Rubber and Plastics (MRP) has acquired Primasil Silicones, a Weobley, U.K.-based custom silicone rubber compounder, mixer and manufacturer specialising in the medical, HVAC and specialty industrial end markets. Read more
11 Mar 2022
Vygon acquires distributor in Peru
Vygon, a specialist single-use medical devices group, has acquired Macatt Medica, a distribution company located in Lima, Peru. Read more
10 Mar 2022
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Protolabs: Digital manufacturing for the medical industry
In this Medical Plastics News Approved White Paper, Protolabs details the benefits of using 3D printing within the medical sector, citing a range of real-world applications. Read more
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Ampacet introduces new white masterbatch for medical applications
Ampacet, a global masterbatch leader, introduces ProVital+ 1101209-EM, part of the medical-grade ProVital + masterbatch range designed for the healthcare market. Read more
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A holistic approach to adhesives in medical device assembly
Peter Swanson, managing director of adhesives specialist Intertronics, explains the considerations when designing light curing adhesives into a medical device assembly. Read more
Master the Secret Weapon to Medical Device Performance: An Introduction to Porous Polymer Technology
Join Nadia Hajjar from Porex as she helps attendees explore the science behind the different porous polymer technologies and how their functional capabilities can provide game-changing differentiation to medical device and IVD manufacturers. Read more
DIARY DATES
Med-Tech Innovation Expo 2022
The only medtech event you need Read more
8 Jun 20229 Jun 2022
Medical Taiwan
Medical Taiwan - the International Medical, Health and Care Exhibition hosted by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) will return in June this year with both an in-person and virtual exhibition. Read more
16 Jun 202218 Jun 2022
Featured Medical Plastics Suppliers
Compounding Solutions
Compounding Solutions is a leading manufacturer of specialty medical compounds, color concentrates, and additive concentrates. Read more
