Small components, connectors, assemblies, and parts are in every medical device. These parts may be bonded together by various means, or the parts may be threaded parts, or the parts may be meant to disconnect and reconnect easily. By applying a tensile or compressive or torsional load to these parts in a cyclic testing profile we can determine how well these parts will endure while involved in a medical procedure. Do you have small parts that you would like to test? How have you tested these parts in the past?
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ASTM F543 Annex 3 Axial Pullout Strength Metallic Bone Screws
Metallic Bone Screws- Which one, where, how….
Metallic bone screws are implemented in many applications within the body. Screws stabilize the bone while it heals. Standardization of the dimensions and tolerances of the key features of these screws is intended to allow the implants from one manufacturer to be used with associated instruments, such as taps and drills, from different manufacturers and serve as a baseline for future screw products.
The food is as fresh as the seal it’s under
What strength adhesive do you use to adhere a seal to a container? What about a thin film to the top of a tray? What about securing pharmaceuticals in blister packs? All of these adhesive attachments need to be tested. We tested a well know potato chip manufacturer’s package.
Are those white fillings strong enough to last?
10 tips to choosing the perfect universal testing system
Choosing the right testing machine can help lower costs and accelerate product development. Whether a company is buying its first testing system or is looking for a different type of system to perform tests on a new product, purchasing a testing system is an important decision. We’ve put together 10 easy steps to help you select the perfect system for your testing application.
Extending the working life of a pre-filled syringe
The first prefilled syringe was launched in early 1980’s. Since then, more and more pharmaceutical companies have chosen to provide their drug in this delivery form and the market has grown to an estimated value of $2.5 billion in 2010 according to a report from the consulting firm Visiongain.
One challenge facing prefilled syringe manufacturers is maintaining the sterility of the drug during transfer and transportation. Compromise in the syringe integrity could lead to microbiological contamination of the drug, which may result in serious medical consequences for patients. Subsequent product recalls could tarnish the public image of pharmaceutical companies and lead to negative financial consequences.
Time to redesign your ER operations?
According to a March 2011 survey conducted by the American College of Emergency Physicians, many doctors believe emergency rooms will become busier places, despite healthcare reform.
In the survey — an email questionnaire sent to 20,687 U.S. ER physicians to which 1,768 replied — more than 80 percent of emergency room physicians say the number of patients seen in ERs has either increased somewhat or significantly over the last year, a trend they expect to continue.
Designing case report forms: Considering database development needs
MassDevice podcast: Sagentia CEO Brent Hudson
Sagentia is a company that thrives on complexity. Its business is built around helping both established and emerging technology companies avoid the uncertainties of innovation.
"We operate best where there is a complex scientific or technical problem that needs resolving as part of product development,” CEO Brent Hudson told MassDevice.
Hudson, who joined the research and development consulting firm in 2009, describes the services they offer as having a little ‘r’ and a big ‘D.’
How to perform ASTM F564 Metallic Bone Staple Test
How-to Guide: ASTM D1894 coefficient of friction test on plastic
ASTM D1894 is a testing standard designed to measure the friction of plastic film and sheeting. This post should help you understand the basics of the test procedure and help you choose the right equipment to perform this test accurately. For complete instructions and before testing your products to ASTM D1894, please refer to the official specification.
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