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RETAL Baltic Films
RETAL scoops Social Impact award for its face shields
In the space one weekend, the company pulls together to modify its equipment and adapt their existing APET film to respond to the COVID-19 crisis. Read more
24 Feb 2021
Peli BioThermal adds new distributor alliances in key European locations
Sharkmed Oy in Finland and Corena Pharmaceutical Wholesaler located in Turkey will provide greater reach and customer convenience worldwide Read more
23 Feb 2021
Minaris Regenerative Medicine
MaxiVAX and Minaris strike immunotherapy manufacturing deal
CDMO Minaris will be responsible for the GMP manufacturing, freezing and shipping of the MVX-ONCO-2 capsules, which will be delivered to clinical sites. Read more
22 Feb 2021
Elmet
Silicone specialist Elmet expands production facility
The Upper Austria company reacts to continuous growth in the field of liquid and solid silicone, as well as elastomer and multi-component parts manufacturing. Read more
22 Feb 2021
Messe Düsseldorf, Constanze Tillmann
MEDICAlliance under new leadership
Christian Grosser has been named the new Project Director for Health and Medical Technologies at Messe Düsseldorf. Read more
18 Feb 2021
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Gerresheimer AG extends CEO’s contract
The Supervisory Board of Gerresheimer AG has agreed to extend the contract with CEO Dietmar Siemssen to the end of October 2026. Siemssen has been CEO of Gerresheimer AG since November 2018. Read more
18 Feb 2021
Mayzo releases instructional video for Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day 2021
20 February 2021 will be recognised as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day, a worldwide campaign engaging girls in the engineering field. Read more
17 Feb 2021
Inaugural GRIPS conference commences 16 March
The first ever Global Research and Innovation in Plastics Sustainability (GRIPS) conference, taking place 16-18 March 2021, will feature 150 experts from industry and academia. Read more
16 Feb 2021
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Sukano PLA masterbatches confirmed effective against SARS-Cov-2
The demand for a safe environment where surfaces do not play a possible role in transmitting a virus has significantly increased. Sukano high-performance Antiviral Masterbatch is designed to protect surfaces from acting as a transmitter. Read more
12 Feb 2021
Qosina
Qosina and EcoVadis set to improve supply chain sustainability for medical, pharmaceutical and beauty industries
Qosina has partnered with EcoVadis to enhance the environmental and social impact of its procurement processes and those of its suppliers. Read more
12 Feb 2021
RICO reports positive results in year shaped by coronavirus
Back in March, no-one at RICO expected the company to put in a strong showing in 2020. However, the Austrian mold manufacturer and silicone parts producer recorded an increase in revenue and also hired new employees. Read more
11 Feb 2021
Toyochem introduces high moisture-permeable acrylic adhesives for healthcare
Toyochem introduces high moisture-permeable acrylic adhesives for healthcare
Toyochem Co., Ltd., the polymers and coatings arm of Japan’s Toyo Ink Group, has launched a new healthcare-use line of pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) under its Oribain brand of acrylic adhesive solutions. Read more
10 Feb 2021
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MedLumics appoints new Chair
Medlumics welcomes Rich Ferrari, a renowned venture capital investor, as new Chairman of the Board of Directors. Read more
10 Feb 2021
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UK Polymer Apprentice of the Year Award 2020 winner announced
The runner up was Harry Gissing of UCP Zeller Plastik and the ‘highly commended’ honour went to Megan Denham of Owen Mumford and Lavinia Stevenson of Mason Pinder. Read more
9 Feb 2021
Cromwell Polythene invests in UK manufacturing and recycling operations
Cromwell Polythene continues to strengthen its UK recycling and manufacturing operations, to help businesses protect themselves and the environment during the pandemic. Read more
9 Feb 2021
Sanitized BroadTect protects polymers against a wide range of micro-organisms
The new Sanitized product from the BroadTect portfolio features durable antimicrobial protection that is effective even after weathering. In addition, good antiviral efficacy on surfaces has been demonstrated. Read more
9 Feb 2021
Latest Devices
CardiacSense medical grade watch receives CE Mark for continuous detection of atrial fibrillation
The indications certified include ‘detection of Atrial Fibrillation (A-Fib)’ and ‘monitoring of Heart Rate Variability (HRV)’ with continuous Photoplethysmography (PPG) and spot Electrocardiogram (ECG). Read more
10 Feb 2021
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BD Multitest 6-Color TBNK Reagent with BD Trucount Tubes may help clinicians determine the risks of Intubation
By providing deeper understanding of immune responses, clinicians can better understand an appropriate course of action for patients while also prioritizing the use of precious hospital resources. Read more
3 Feb 2021
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Aidian appointed sole distributor of PixCell Medical’s HemoScreen in Nordic/Baltic Countries
PixCell Medical has announced a partnership with Aidian, a Finland-based in-vitro diagnostics company providing reliable, fast, and easy-to-use diagnostic tests for primary care. Read more
3 Feb 2021
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Scottish tech firms join forces to produce groundbreaking MRI scanner
Two Glasgow-based firms have collaborated to produce a groundbreaking MRI scanner which aims to provide new insights into brain disease research. Read more
19 Jan 2021
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Handheld plasma treatment device improves plastic bonding
Adhesives specialist Intertronics has introduced the world's smallest plasma handheld device, the piezobrush PZ3. Read more
14 Jan 2021
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Owen Mumford chosen as sole supplier for safety pen needles in Wales
Owen Mumford has been appointed as the sole supplier for insulin safety pen needles by the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership – Procurement Services [NWSSP-PS] hosted by Velindre NHS Trust. Read more
14 Jan 2021
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Mimi and Everlisten launch health industry-focused hearing test
Mimi Hearing Technologies GmbH has announced the launch of an innovative hearing test product – under its Mimi Health subsidiary. Read more
12 Jan 2021
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Miniature precision bearings for dental drills
As well as rotating at speeds of up to 500,000 rpm, these bearings must provide extremely quiet operation and meet rigorous hygiene requirements. NSK offers precision miniature bearings made from stainless steel especially for this application. Read more
12 Jan 2021
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