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Wound Healing Studies to Support Novel Suture Materials
Novel suture materials must routinely undergo biocompatibility testing prior to marketing. However, novel materials affecting the potential strength and integrity of the suture will most likely need further evaluation. This session will review tensile strength, holding strength, wound healing, and histopathological test solutions in preclinical models to help ensure acceptance of the suture by the FDA. Stacy Pritt, Director, Preclinical Laboratory Operations, Absorption Systems, Inc. Innovation Video Briefs
18:12
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Inventory Optimization the Pro-Active Lean/Green?
The embedded SYSPRO Inventory Optimization suite is unique in a mid-size ERP system, enabling mid-size businesses to be more competitive by facilitating materials, cost and cash management. Harold Katz, Syspro Innovation Video Briefs
17:27
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Improving Work Flow
Discusses methods to motivate workers by using a graphic indicator of their progress so that managers can use this information to identify problems that need to be fixed. Jay Trayton, Patlite USA Innovation Video Briefs
22:52
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Connecting Tools,Strategy and Culture to Increase Profitability
This presentation will focus on value-added techniques to reduce waste, increase throughput, and ensure compliance in manufacturing. Tom Albrecht, Hertzler Systems Inc. Innovation Video Briefs
18:08
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Machine Vision Technology in Medical Device and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
This presentation will outline some of the newest developments in machine vision technology and their application in a number of medical and pharmaceutical examples. The presentation will illustrate that, in most cases, roughly 80% of any successful machine vision application relates to the succesful interplay of optics, mechanical engineering and controls engineering. Michal Goc, Senior Vision & Controls Integrator, Systematix, Inc. Steven Regier, Vision & Controls Integrator, Systematix, Inc.
21:14
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Achieve Operational Efficiency with Manufacturing Productivity
This session will highlight customer and partner case studies to illustrate the flexibility of solutions for operations engaged in "Lean" initiatives for continuous improvement of throughput, quality and asset utilization. Phil Koeher, Manufacturing Productivity Business Development Manager, Iconics Inc.
25:50
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Green Operations Are a Natural with Quality Management Systems
Implementing a Quality Management System is inherently a green solution for a company, eliminating environmental hazards and waste from every day operations. Julie Arensman, Corporate Account Manager, IBS America
27:59
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Micromolding, Materials, Manufacturing, and Applications in the Medical Device Market
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics
This presentation will discuss the definition of micromolding, the opportunities that silicone micromolding presents such as minimally invasive surgeries and micro overmolding. Jeffrey P. Lefan, Applications Engineer, Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics
21:38
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Providing an Integrated Localized Hard Coat
This presentation is a technical summary of the selective hard coat process, along with comparison of testing, performance, and benefits of various hard coat processes. David Wolgemuth, Multi-Shot Senior Engineer, Phillips Plastics Corp
17:29
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PVC and PU Replacement in RF Plastics Welding
PVC and PU replacement in plastics welding for the medical device industry; medical device manufacturing within a clean room; licensing or outsourcing technology for RF plastics welding. Tom Ryder, President/CEO, Genesis Plastics Welding
12:16
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Thermal Drilling
What is thermal drilling: Purpose & Advantages, how it is done? Formdrills perforate thin metals using friction. David Claudio, North American Operations Director, Formdrill USA, Inc.
8:22
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Addressing Quality Control Inspection & Measurement Challenges Utilizing Vision Technologies
Discussion will address: * Diverse technologies for inspection and measurement. * Advantages and disadvantages of each solution type. * Capabilities & Flexibility of Vision Technologies. Kevin Shayne, Director of Marketing, Boulder Imaging
13:21
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Alternate Methods of Prototyping Aluminum Die Cast Parts
Aluminum casting processes the tooling utilized for each and how it can be applied to new product introductions across all Industries. Paul J. Armstrong, Director of Sales and Marketing, Armstrong Mold
15:41
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Reducing Cost in Functional Safety Systems through Virtualization
• IEC 61508 Safety Systems • Aspects of IEC61508 System Design • Advanced Concepts for Safety & Security • Virtualization Technology . Summary & Q&A In today's market, adhering to safety standards is a critical step in the production process for many devices. Jeff Fortin, Director of Field Engineering, Wind River
16:09
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Non-Contact Jet Dispensing In Medical Device Assembly Processes
What is Jetting How Piezoelectric Valves Work Types of Jet Valves Benefits of Jetting Sample Medical Device Applications. Jet dispensing systems combine fast production speed with exceptional accuracy and process control. Tom Muccino, Product Sales Manager, Nordson EFD
17:11