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Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) vs. High-Speed Milling for Injection Mold Tools
Injection mold tools are crucial for manufacturing plastic parts, and achieving precision and efficiency in their production is vital for successful molding. Two common methods for making these tools are Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) and High-Speed Milling. Understanding the differences between these methods and knowing when to use each one...
Exploring Rapid Prototyping Methods for Injection Mold Tools
Rapid prototyping has revolutionized the manufacturing industry by enabling faster iteration and validation of designs. Advanced methods have emerged to streamline the prototyping process for injection mold tools, which are essential for mass-producing plastic components. These methods not only reduce time-to-market but also enhance the precision and quality of the...
Implant Grade vs. Non-Implant Grade Plastic Materials: Ensuring Safety and Effectiveness in Medical Devices
Plastic materials are widely used in various industries, including the medical field, to manufacture implants and other medical devices. When choosing the right plastic material for medical implants, one key consideration is whether the material is categorized as implant-grade or non-implant-grade. In this technical post, we explore the crucial differences...
Future Trends: Innovations in Micro Injection Molding Polymers
In this technical post, PDC discusses the ever-evolving landscape of micro injection molding and identifies how polymers stand at the forefront of innovation, driving advancements in medical device manufacturing and life science applications. Introduction: Micro injection molding has long been recognized for its precision and versatility in producing intricate components...
Case Studies: Successful Applications of Micro Injection Molding Polymers
In medical device manufacturing, the choice of polymers used in micro injection molding plays a pivotal role in shaping device performance, durability, and patient outcomes. In this post, PDC explores real-world case studies demonstrating the successful applications of key polymers in micro injection molding, showcasing their impact on improving patient...
Over Molding: Improving Comfort and Ergonomics
Over molding, a technique that involves molding one material over another to create a single, integrated part, plays a pivotal role in enhancing user experience and device functionality to achieve optimal comfort and ergonomic design. In this technical post, PDC explores how over molding contributes to improved comfort and ergonomics...
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Evolving Trends in Orthopedic Sports Medicine: Insights from a Micro Molding Perspective: Peek and PLA
What if the future of orthopedic sports medicine could be molded to perfection? Evolving Trends in Orthopedic Sports Medicine: Insights from a Micro Molding Perspective With decades of experience in the microplastic injection molding space, PDC has witnessed firsthand the incredible advancements in orthopedic sports medicine devices. Today, two...
Revolutionizing Drug Delivery: How Fluid Path Assemblies and Precision Molding are Shaping the Future of Healthcare
What if the future of patient care depended on the unseen components within a drug delivery system? What if the next breakthrough in personalized medicine came from the precision of tiny, intricately molded parts? In the fast-paced world of medical device development, drug delivery systems are undergoing a revolution. Central...
Elevating Injectable Drug Delivery: Leading the Way in Supporting Advanced Drive Systems
How is precision injection molding revolutionizing the future of injectable drug delivery? At PDC, we're not just keeping up with industry trends—we're setting them. Discover how our cutting-edge drive systems are leading the charge in transforming drug delivery technologies. In this technical post, we’ll explore how PDC is at the...
Shaping the Future of Diagnostics: Precision Injection Molding’s Role in Next-Gen Lateral Flow Testing
In the rapidly advancing life sciences industry, innovation is driven by collaboration. At PDC, we're at the forefront of next-generation lateral flow testing, leveraging precision injection molding to push the boundaries of what's possible. But to truly revolutionize this field, we need your expertise and insights. Customized Cartridges: Our precision...
The Importance of Autofluorescence
Today's Technical Post: Cyclic Olefin Polymer (COP) and Cyclic Olefin Copolymer (COC) have emerged as game-changers in the medical and life sciences sectors, particularly due to their unique property of autofluorescence. This innovation opens new possibilities for advanced applications and enhanced performance in various diagnostic and therapeutic devices. Autofluorescence refers...
Discover how MPS technology is revolutionizing cardiac disease modeling and drug testing with advanced precision injection molding techniques.
We're excited to share our latest interview between PDC and Arizona State University (ASU) featuring Dr. Nikkhah, Shaun Wootten, and Ronin Komarnisky, where we explore the transformative benefits of using Micro-Physiological Systems (MPS) for heart models. Discover how MPS technology is revolutionizing cardiac disease modeling and drug testing with advanced...
