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ISO 80369-7 luer standard: What this means for plastic luer users
Dave Splett, vice president of business development for manufacturer Injectech, explains how the ISO 80369-7 luer standard could potentially affect all plastic luer users. Read more
Under the magnifying glass: How to improve the inspection process for plastics
Calvin Jory, product marketing specialist, ultrasonic flaw detectors, for manufacturer of test and measurement solutions, Olympus, describes how to improve the inspection process for plastics with gaging technology. Read more
How to keep up with market demand
Wolfgang Moersch, international marketing manager for manufacturer ZwickRoell, explains how manufacturers could reduce the testing steps required for autoinjectors whilst maintaining accuracy. Read more
How medical plastics waste was turned into school shoes
Ole Grøndahl Hansen, project manager of PVCMed Alliance explains why we should look to South Africa for inspiration on how to transform our medical device waste into useful products. Read more
How to optimise your UV curing process
Peter Swanson, managing director at adhesives specialist Intertronics, gives his top tips for getting the best from your UltraViolet (UV) curing process. Read more
Why are we still using plastic?
MPN editor Laura Hughes spoke to Christian Herrild, director of growth strategies for manufacturer Teel Plastics, to discuss the main challenges and considerations associated with developing new plastic materials for the medical market. Read more
Why you should hire a medical device security engineer
Leon Lerman, Cynerio co-founder and CEO explains why having one single person ultimately responsible for securing medical devices ensures patient safety is always at the top of the agenda. Read more
What to expect from Trinseo at K Show 2019 and beyond
Medical Plastics News editor Laura Hughes caught up with Francesca Reverberi, Trinseo’s global business director for performance plastics ahead of K Show 2019. Read more
What do plastics have to do with National Eye Health Week?
Plastics have been pivotal in the development of contact lenses as Medical Plastics News editor Laura Hughes explains. Read more
Changing the game: How Schӧttli is increasing efficiency in injection moulding
Stefan Schneidmadel, development engineer from Schӧttli, a Husky Company, explains why Schottli believes it is increasing the efficiency of injection moulding. Read more
Apple watch 'should not be considered medical device'
A recently published article in the New York Times has suggested that the Series 4 Apple Watch, which comes equipped with an in-built electrocardiogram, should not be considered a medical device. Read more
Don't get hacked off: What cybercrime means for medical devices
Lu Rahman discusses the emergence of cyberattacks and what it means for the medical device industry. Read more
World vision: Looking at the medtech sector in 2017
As many of you know, the start of 2017 saw the launch of MPN North America, making our medical plastics community increasingly global. Read more
Better adhesives allow more accurate, compact medical equipment
Rachel Gordon, technology analyst at IDTechEx discusses how advancements in electronics technology are enabling medical electronic equipment designed for faster diagnosis, improved patient quality of life and new drug-based therapies Read more
Vygon talks single use medical devices
Stéphane Regnault, chairman of Vygon’s board of management explains the company’s role in the single use medical devices sector Read more
Elastomers: Dressed for surgical success
DSM explains how its elastomer is being put to use in medical gowns to protect against hospital-acquired infections Read more
Water world: medical applications of hydrogels
Jason Smith, senior analytical chemist, Polymer Solutions, looks at understanding necessary analytical techniques of hydrogel Read more
Accutronics empowers medical devices
Neil Oliver, Accutronics, looks at techniques that can be applied to increase the longevity of medical device batteries Read more
Polymer capsules give doctors an insider view
Capsule endoscopy means many gastrointestinal diseases can be detected and Covestro’s polycarbonate has a key role to play Read more
Do wearables hold the key to the adhesives market?
Techsil looks at the future for medical device adhesives and the growing importance that the wearable market holds Read more