December 2023 Blow Molding Blog
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December 8, 2023
Micromolding Has Immense Potential in the Medical CDMO Sector
Micromolding Has Immense Potential in the Medical CDMO Sector
Medical device manufacturer Nissha Medical Technologies sees immense potential in micromolding for minimally invasive surgical devices. As such the company has decided to acquire a majority stake in micromolding company Isometric Intermediate LLC. Nissha Medical Technologies is a contract design, development and manufacturing organization(CDMO) that is wholly owned by Nissha Co. Ltd, a publicly held company based in Kyoto, Japan. The acquisition will further expand Nissha Medical’s medtech innovation efforts and it will also bolster their capabilities in the design, development, and fabrication of medical wearables and minimally invasive surgical devices. The company mentioned that “Isometric’s proprietary tooling and process technologies for micromolding have positioned them as trailblazers in achieving single-micron tolerances.” Further the company noted that Isometric’s micro-formed products and in house expertise in tool making, molding process controls, advanced metrology, micro 3D printing, and micro-assembly automation platforms, “have significantly contributed to the miniaturization of endoscopic and surgical devices, enhancing functionality and driving improved patient outcomes.” Nissha Co. Ltd sees significant growth potential in Medical CDMO sector and plans to take advantage of this by bolstering its development capabilities for minimally invasive surgical instruments. The company has also expressed interest in experimenting within the surgical robotics field. Learn more here.
December 16, 2023
New Biodolomer Substrate Debuts at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
New Biodolomer Substrate Debuts at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Swedish biomaterials company Gaia Biomaterials developed a new biodolomer substrate made from natural minerals and vegetable oils. The material debuted at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on beer cups. The event marked the first time compostable bioplastic beer cups were used at a major global sports event. While Gaia Biomaterials created the substrate, it was UK-based company Happy Dolphin who converted the material to beer cups. Around 150,000 cups were made for the event, replacing traditional plastic cups, and thereby minimizing microplastics, emissions, and waste. Additionally, the new biodolomer substrate is extremely durable and strong as the cups made from the material could with stand almost anything including being stepped on, sat on, and hit with a cricket bat. The biodolomer material used to make the cups can also be used to make other items and can be utilized in most plastic production methods. CEO of Gaia Biomaterials Peter Stenström noted , “This a fantastic opportunity for us to show the world what our material can do, And that it is possible to totally eliminate plastic waste.” Learn more here.
December 31, 2023
Molded Fiber Solutions Receive Distinguished Awards
Molded Fiber Solutions Receive Distinguished Awards
Digital printing solution for molded fiber containers and compostable molded fiber cutlery receive the Foodservice Packaging Award for innovation in manufacturing. Novolex is a leader in packaging, sustainability, and innovation. Eco-Products and Vegware are the two Novolex brands that were honored with the award. The brands tied for first place, each presenting their respective innovations. Eco-Products developed a high-quality printing solution that can be used on molded fiber packaging. In the past printing limitations kept companies from effectively displaying their branding and messaging on molded fiber items however thanks to Eco-Product’s new printing technology operators can now highlight their brand on molded fiber containers and even provide more prominent details on how to dispose of compostable molded fiber items. On the other hand, Vegware was awarded for its new fiber-based compostable cutlery solution. Molded fiber cutlery offers an alternative to plastic or wood utensils, it is a sustainable option that features a durable design that can handle any meal and as a bonus the cutlery is compostable in commercial facilities. Learn more about this topic here.
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