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Medical Device Industry Clusters in India: Growth Dynamics

India's medical device industry is experiencing significant growth, with clusters and parks emerging across the country to support domestic manufacturing. In order to introduce one such cluster, detailed information on Tamil Nadu Medical Device Industry Ecosystem is given is in this issue.

Medical Device Industry Clusters in India: Growth Dynamics

India's medical device industry is experiencing significant growth, with clusters and parks emerging across the country to support domestic manufacturing. In order to introduce one such cluster, detailed information on Tamil Nadu Medical Device Industry Ecosystem is given is in this issue.

The Use of Radiopaque Fillers in Medical Material Manufacturing

By Joseph Wilson, Business Development Manager, PEAK Performance Compounding, LLC, USA Radiopaque fillers are mineral or metal powders incorporated into polymers to enhance their visibility under X-ray and fluoroscopy. The use of radiopaque fillers enables healthcare professionals to monitor the placement, movement, or functionality of a medical device inside the body to deliver lifesaving therapies. This is critical for minimally invasive medical procedures.

Polyurethanes as Biomaterials in Medical Devices

Dr. Ajay D. Padsalgikar, Ph.D., Technical Director, Boling Inc., USA. Polyurethanes are a class of polymers that are prominently used in various medical device applications. The use of polyurethane formulations in different areas of medical devices is well established. However, given the versatile nature of these materials combined with their inherent biocompatibility, newer application areas are emerging.

Plasticizers for Medical Grade PVC Applications: Safe Alternatives

As part of their commitment to innovation, continuous improvement of safety, performance, and cost-efficiency, companies within the medical PVC value chain have progressively made available a wide range of alternatives to DEHP plasticizer for medical applications, which are approved by the European Pharmacopeia.

Plastic Additives and Role of Plasticizers in Medical Devices

Plasticizers play a key role in sensitive applications such as medical tubing and other device components by imparting flexibility, durability, and elasticity required to resist kinking and failure in future modes. Plasticizers are selected for their ability to meet critical application requirements while maintaining biocompatibility and enhancing clarity.

Medical Grade Polymers: Importance of Change Management for Regulatory Compliance

In medical devices industries, a change management plan is crucial for maintaining regulatory compliance and ensuring product quality. The materials have to meet design needs such as mechanical, thermal, chemical, as well as biocompatibility requirements. It is also important to have safety of long-term supply with constant quality.

Qosina Announces Distribution Partnership with Sealed Air to Offer NEXCEL® BIO1250 Bioprocessing Bag Film . Bry-Air Plastic Drying Equipment

Qosina Announces Distribution Partnership with Sealed Air to Offer NEXCEL® BIO1250 Bioprocessing Bag Film Bry-Air Plastic Drying Equipment

Lee Pochter Appointed CEO of Qosina as Scott Herskovitz Becomes President

Also appointed as Chairperson of the Board.

About Challenges facing injection moulding of micro sized parts for medical industry

A growth opportunity & technical challenge exists for injection moulders to manufacture micro sized plastic parts for medical industry as manufacturers increasingly design small devices such as hearing aids, ear canal implant devices, micro pumps, and micromanipulators.

About Ultra Engineered Polymers (UEP) for the Medical Device Industry

There has been a profound shift in the medical industry where procedures have aimed to become more minimally invasive, quicker, and more effective. Due to their unique performance attributes, UEPs can work in environments and applications in which common engineering polymers would fail.

Covestro Launches Production Of Medical-grade TPU In Asia Pacific

DoP Modifies Guidelines On Capacity Building Scheme For Medical Devices

DoP releases operational guidelines for strengthening of the medical device industry scheme. Government’s new MedTech scheme will help domestic players give up pseudo-manufacturing & restart real production: AiMeD. India is the fourth-largest medical devices market after Japan, China, and South Korea: Union Minister Anupriya Patel.

Global Medical Devices Outsourcing Market

Global Medical Devices Outsourcing Market Medical device outsourcing is contracting out the process of developing medical devices, manufacturing, and other associated processes to external organizations. It helps medical device companies enhance efficiency, reduce cost, and leverage specialist expertise in different stages of the product life cycle.

Healthcare Plastic Waste Management Challenges & Opportunities: Case Study

Most of the hospital waste is being disposed of in landfills or incinerated. However, 85% of the hospital waste generated is non-hazardous, meaning it is free from contaminants and biological risks. This, combined with the high quality of the plastic waste, results in strong potential for recycling as explained in the case study detailed in the article.

Innovation For Medical Plastics Injection Molding

The medical device industry demands precision, safety, and reliability, Injection molding continues to rise to the challenge. With rapid advancements in technology, today’s medical injection molding processes are more intelligent, efficient, and capable than ever before. Here’s a closer look at some of the most exciting innovations shaping the future of this vital field.

Materiovigilance in India: Strengthening Safety Surveillance for Medical Devices

Materiovigilance aims to identify and address adverse events, malfunctions, or safety concerns early on. Timely action not only enhances patient safety but also helps maintain public trust in healthcare systems. Post-market surveillance is a critical component of medical device regulation.

Ensuring the safety and performance of latex medical examination gloves

Dr. Gijo Raj, Scientist, Division of Polymeric Medical Devices, Biomedical Technology Wing, SCTIMST, Trivandrum The quality of latex medical examination gloves is critical in delivering safe and effective healthcare in hospitals. They not only help ensure patient safety but also help protect healthcare workers from diseases that spread through cross-contamination. The article explains actual methods to ensure testing and performance of examination gloves.

Medical Kolkata 2025: East India's Largest & No.1 Medical Equipment Exhibition

Bry-Air Enhances Medical Plastics: Advanced Solution for Medical Polymer Treatment

SMC Medical Manufacturing Pvt Ltd Receives CII Industrial Innovation Award 2024

Argentina Medical Devices Market

Mr. Amit Dave - M. Pharm, MBA, Former CEO – Brazil Operations/Vice President Export – Zydus Cadila Lifesciences Argentina Highlights: Heavy dependence on imports, very high healthcare spending by the country, easy regulatory regimen, high future growth expectations.

Navigating the Regulatory Landscape: A Comprehensive Overview of MedTech Regulations in India

Dr. Nagpal, Kin Solutions, New Delhi The Medical Devices Rules, 2017, serve as the cornerstone of the regulatory framework for the MedTech industry in India. The licensing process entails the submission of detailed technical documentation, testing reports, and evidence of compliance with quality management system (QMS) standards such as ISO 13485 or the 7th Schedule of MDR 2017.

Medical Device Sector Needs Government Support

Himanshu Baid, Chairman, National Medical Technology Forum, CII Highlights of views expressed by Mr. Himanshu Baid on how exports of India's med-tech industry could reach USD 29 billion by 2030.