Precise Surface Finishing for Medical Device Manufacturers on Stand L28
On stand L28 at Medical Technology Ireland, Fintek will show a range of automated mass and super finishing processes. The company provides a full subcontract surface finishing service for medical devices along side sales of OTEC Präzisionsfinish GmbH, drag finishing and electro-chemical finishing machines for in-house production.
The medical device industry seeks continual improvements to ensure the safety and effectiveness of surgical instruments, tibias, femoral shafts, prosthetic sockets, bone screws bone plates and more. Surface finishing is a critical post-process in the manufacturing of these devices, that enhances their performance, safety, and longevity in use.
With over 40 years’ experience, not just in medical but across aerospace, F1 and other precision industries, Fintek bring a wealth of knowledge to the surface finishing of devices made from stainless steel, cobalt chrome, titanium, and ceramics. Using advanced drag finishing and electro-chemical technology, they achieve surface smoothness values to Ra 0.01?m easily and with repeatable precision and quality. These superior results eliminate the inconsistencies often associated with hand finishing.
The company also provide a range of other machines and processes such as disc finishing and stream finishing which can be used in medical applications. Whatever surface improvements you require, Fintek technicians will advise on the best machine and process to produce optimum surface quality, cost effectively.
Improving surface finishing significantly improves the biocompatibility of medical devices, by creating a smoother and more uniform surface. This is crucial for implants and prosthetics, which are contact with body tissues for extended periods. A smoother surface is less likely to harbour bacteria therefore lowering the risk of infections in surgical settings.
Medical devices made from stainless steel, cobalt chrome and titanium are often exposed to harsh bodily fluids and sterilization processes. Better surface finishing enhances their corrosion resistance, ensuring they remain durable and safer over time.
High-precision surgical instruments and implants are subject to friction and wear. Again improving surfaces lowers friction and promotes wear resistance, extending lifespan and maintaining device usefulness. Surface finishing processes can also enhance the mechanical properties, such as fatigue strength, ensuring the devices can withstand the stresses they will encounter within the human body.
Visit stand L28 at Medical Technology Ireland to find out how Fintek can take automated surface finishing of your medical devices to the next level. Register here: https://www.medicaltechnologyireland.com/visitor-registration
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Jamie Phillips, General Manager, E-mail: info@fintek.co.uk, Tel. +44 (0)1706 283 927
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