What Role Does Material Development Play in Medtech?

In the fast-paced world of medical devices, sometimes it's easy to get so caught up in the latest trends and the end product that we don't stop to think about all the research and materials science involved with making the product possible. At MD&M West 2019 in Anaheim, CA, one supplier showed how the growing trend of miniaturization and connected healthcare is impacting how products are made. Leverkusen, Germany-based Covestro, one of the world's largest polymer companies, developed Makrolon Rx2235 polycarbonate, a new medical-grade polycarbonate with high-flow properties designed for a variety of healthcare applications from wearables to surgical instruments. The new polycarbonate is expected to help manufacturers fill very thin walls and accurately replicate intricate design features with lower pressures. It's biocompatible and also designed to withstand gamma or e-Beam sterilization, which is particularly important in the healthcare environment. "Makrolon Rx2235 polycarbonate is a significant addition to our broad range of medical polycarbonates," said Doug Hamilton, global healthcare segment leader for polycarbonates at Covestro. "This is just the latest example of how we continue to innovate and expand our polycarbonate portfolio, giving healthcare OEMs access to the advanced materials they need to design, develop, and produce their next breakthrough." Hamilton told MD+DI that he attended the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in J...
Source: MDDI - Category: Medical Devices Authors: Tags: Materials Source Type: news