Technical Publications
Micromolding and Micromachining Technical Publications
These publications are geared toward helping our customers understand micromolding and micromachining technology and how it can be integrated into designing medical devices for minimally invasive surgery.
Click headlines to show/hide more information.
SME – Micromolded plastic is an accepted choice to replace miniature
machined components.
Historically micromachining has been the only option for manufacturers sourcing low to moderate quantities of miniature components. However, with advances in technology, micromolding can now offer a range of cost–effective alternatives for components that are miniature, complex and require high precision tolerances.
Read the full pdf article.MDT Roundtable Q&A - Plastic Micromachining
Question:What new plastic micromachining developments are on the way or have been recently introduced?Read the full article.
The Critical Questions When Micromolding for an MIS Device
Asking the right questions when selecting a high performance plastic for micromolding an MIS device could reap some great competitive advantages. This article will review the micromolding process and cover the important aspects of each question that should be addressed by the outsourcing partner, the OEM, or both. Read the full article.
Micro Moulding: A Cost Effective Alternative to Micro Machining
This article looks at the technology of micro moulding from the perspective of a subcontract micro moulding specialist, Mikrotech. Mikrotech specialises in custom design micro moulded components and assemblies for the medical, electronic and automotive industries. It is an engineering and manufacturing service company that provides design assistance, prototyping, and automated short- and long-run production. What are the advantages of micro moulding, and what should you look for in a subcontract micro moulder? This article gives you the answers. Read the full article.Micro Moulding: Meeting Design Challenges of Medical Devices for Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)
In his second contribution to Micro Manufacturing magazine, John Whynott analyses the use of micro moulding technology in the manufacture of medical products. Are you looking for new technologies to help reduce the complexity of minimally invasive surgical devices? Micro moulding technology can provide the technological edge you need. Read the full article.