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Sustainability in the spotlight at Pharmapack
Data custodianship of connected devices, environmental impact and adherence technologies highlighted at Pharmapack Europe 2020. Read more
27 Feb 2020
Techsil acquires Essex-based adhesives distributor
Adhesive and sealant supplier Techsil has acquired Essex-based adhesive stockist and distributor Glueline. Read more
26 Feb 2020
How manufacturers can best tackle medical device challenges
Simon Dearing, managing director of manufacturer Eurobond Adhesives, discusses some of the challenges medical devices present manufacturers with. Read more
26 Feb 2020
Why PEEK is becoming increasingly popular in the medical sector
John Devine, medical business director at Invibio Biomaterial Solutions, a subsidiary of Victrex, spoke with MPN to explain the accelerating role of both non-implantable and implantable grades of PolyEther Ether Ketone (PEEK) polymers. Read more
26 Feb 2020
Piero Cruciatti
ISS Europe to explore pressing economic needs
Electronics manufacturing leaders, top executives, policy makers and academics from across Europe will gather at SEMI Industry Strategy Symposium (ISS Europe) from 1-3 April 2020 in Brussels, Belgium to explore Europe’s most pressing economic needs. Read more
25 Feb 2020
Cleanrooms: Manufacturing guidelines, trends and emerging technologies
Rowin Vos, general manager BV at Connect 2 Cleanrooms, a cleanroom design and manufacture specialist, explores the clean manufacturing guidelines, trends and emerging technologies to provide clarity to manufacturers. Read more
24 Feb 2020
Global Medical Device Nomenclature data could help organisations prepare for EU MDR
Elsevier, a specialist in information analytics within science and health, aims to use Global Medical Device Nomenclature (GMDN) data to provide important clinical and vigilance information on medical devices. Read more
24 Feb 2020
Rescheduled Chinaplas dates released
Chinaplas 2020 has been rescheduled to 3rd-6th August 2020. The event location will remain at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai. Read more
21 Feb 2020
This week's top 5: Editor's pick
Our editor Laura Hughes highlights her five must-read articles for this week. Read more
21 Feb 2020
UK government launches £10m Innovation Scholars Scheme
A £10 million scheme will give UK researchers and businesses the chance to work together to develop treatments and cures. Read more
20 Feb 2020
Graham Engineering to host its next medical extrusion conference in Galway
Graham Engineering, will host its next American Kuhne Spotlight medical extrusion and secondary operations conference this May in Ireland. Read more
20 Feb 2020
Life Sciences Industrial Strategy update published
The UK government has published a Life Sciences Industrial Strategy update, containing policies that have been implemented and plans for the future. Read more
20 Feb 2020
Mediplas Pavilion to feature at Med-Tech Innovation Expo 2020
The highly specialised area of manufacturing plastic parts for the medical industry is an innovative sector and the Mediplas Pavilion will return once again in 2020 to focus on the essential aspects of medical device manufacturing. Read more
20 Feb 2020
Index20 to showcase the future of nonwoven technologies
Visitors and exhibitors will gather at INDEX20 in Geneva from 31st March – 3rd April 2020, to participate in the industry’s largest platform for nonwoven technologies. Read more
19 Feb 2020
Raumedic to focus on transplant tube set at Med-Tech Innovation Expo
A complex tube set used to preserve donor livers will be the main focus for Raumedic at Med-Tech Innovation Expo 2020. Read more
19 Feb 2020
Messe Düsseldorf
ABHI UK to lead its biggest pavilion yet at Medica 2020
ABHI will be leading the largest pavilion of UK health technology companies at Medica 2020, promising a cost-effective solution for UK companies looking to develop and nurture international trade links at the world’s largest medical trade fair. Read more
18 Feb 2020
Latest Devices
Vygon launches catheter to treat preterm babies with RDS
Single-use medical devices group Vygon has launched Surfcath, a catheter to be used for administering surfactant with LISA method for preterm babies with Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS). Read more
19 Sep 2019
11:48
Medical research praises innovation of hands-free crutch
New independent research has praised the “innovative possibilities” of the iWalk2.0, a hands-free crutch, in helping patients after amputation. Read more
2 Jul 2019
12:20
Consultancy develops new breath device to measure CO2
Product design and development consultancy Wideblue has developed a new medical device for Cambridge Respiratory Innovations Limited (CRiL). Read more
17 Jun 2019
11:55
Researchers investigate resorbable mesh potential for sports injuries
The synthetic and fully resorbable TIGR Matrix surgical mesh by Novus Scientific is currently being investigated by researchers to find out if this could reduce some of the frequent risks that occur with the surgical repair of sportsman’s hernia. Read more
29 Apr 2019
10:25
Making connections: Qosina manufactures its own specialised Luer lock connector
New disposable Luer lock connector reduces production times and saves money with in-house production. Read more
17 Apr 2019
10:17
Better baby bonding: Northwestern University develops sensors for monitoring babies in neonatal intensive care units
Northwestern University discusses its research on wireless sensors it has developed for monitoring babies in neonatal intensive care units. Read more
16 Apr 2019
10:58
Porvair Sciences announces Vyon porous plastic materials range
Porvair Sciences, a producer of high-performance filtration and separation technology is hoping to drive medical and healthcare device innovation with its range of Vyon porous plastic materials. Read more
9 Apr 2019
09:37
NICE recommends greener inhalers for asthmatics
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has released a patient decision aid on the use of inhalers for asthma. Read more
9 Apr 2019
18:42
