NPE2024 Features Medical Industry Sessions

If you are interested in the latest plastics innovations in the medical industry, come to the Medical Industry Sessions at NPE2024. Learn about trends in sustainability, materials, collaboration and more.

May 6

2:00 – 2:30 p.m: Innovations For the Medical and Household Part: A Collaborative Showcase | Andy Stirn

This session brings together industry leaders Mold-Masters (Hot Runner Systems), DME (Mold Technologies), and Milacron (Injection Molding Equipment) for an exclusive presentation. This session provides an inside look at cutting‐edge injection molding solutions tailored to optimize the production processes to help OEMs and molders make their products a reality.

3:00 – 3:30 p.m: Keeping Devices Clean and Durable: Improved Chemically Resistant Materials to Address Device Durability and Sustainability Trends | Nithin Raikar

In the post-COVID world, device manufacturers need to consider newer material solutions with improved chemical resistance to withstand the cumulative effects of new disinfectants. Frequent cleaning of devices and equipment can cause polymers to develop environmental stress cracking (ESC), leading to part degradation and failures. Preview SABIC Specialties’ expanded product line and get a first-hand look at its CRX copolymers, postconsumer recycles (PCR) and bio-circular feedstocks.

May 8

9:00 – 9:45 a.m: Efficient Injection Molding Production Solutions for Medical and Cleanroom Applications | Thomas Hörl, Martin Stojkovic

This presentation deals with plastics processing for the medical industry. The topics covered include screw design, machine types and interlinked production cells (automation), as well as information on special cleanroom features, cleanroom standards and GMP documentation. The presentation is rounded off with Industry 4.0 topics relevant to the medical sector, such as SmartOperations, APC+ and DataXplorer.

11:00 – 11:45 a.m: What's Really Happening During Your Accelerated Aging Tests | Jeffrey Jansen

Learn more about accelerated aging and uncover the intricate layers that influence material and product performance over the long term with the goal of being able to conduct the testing in a short duration and extend performance based on scientific principles. Get ready to demystify the world of accelerated aging and get the insights you need to ensure accurate screening and reliable material assessment.

1:00 – 1:45 p.m: PVC’s Lifesaving Impact | Jay Thomas

PVC has helped to save countless lives across the globe, and it has revolutionized how hospitals and medical facilities administer patient care. Join us for an enlightening session that highlights the pivotal role of PVC in healthcare and its ability to safeguard lives worldwide.

2:00 – 2:45 p.m: Panel Discussion: Health Care Industry Plastic Materials Update | Jason Merkle, moderator Chelsea Barriga

This healthcare industry briefing will feature a panel discussion focusing on the latest developments in plastic materials and their impact on the industry. This engaging session will delve into innovations in materials, sustainability and the various opportunities these advancements present for the healthcare sector.

3:00 – 3:45 p.m: Transforming Health Care Through Collaboration | Claire Michel

The health care industry is being challenged to reduce hospital-acquired infections, improve efficiency at surgery centers and limit its environmental impacts while guaranteeing the best patient outcomes. ECA Medical is taking on this challenge by developing standard and custom single- procedure instrumentation kits for some of the largest medical OEMs — selecting to use Solvay Specialty Polymers’ Ixef polyarylamide (PARA) to do so. Learn about designing with plastics using Ixef PARA, taking into consideration industry requirements for biocompatibility, quality and performance, as well as the desire and challenges of a more sustainable journey in a fragmented and highly regulated waste disposal market.

May 9

2:00 – 2:30 p.m: How Electrification Powers Health Care, Consumer Goods, Automotive and Aerospace With Specialty Polymers | Victoria Lee, DeeDee Smith

Engineers spanning markets are increasingly needing to identify materials for electrification that can withstand high temperatures. Learn how Solvay’s sustainable portfolio of materials provide temperature performance above 150°C, comparative tracking index (CTI) ratings of 600 volts as well as dielectric resistance. Join this session to see how to design electrical components with specialty polymers, the role of selecting the optimal material and dig into several application case studies that can be considered across materials.