TWI is working with medical devices companies to improve their efficiency of manufacture and product development through services to enhance design, materials and process selection and reliability.

Typical work areas include:

• Catheter and pacemaker technology
• Surgical tools and diagnostic equipment
• Bioactive and biodegradable materials
• Adhesives for wound dressings
• Drug delivery systems
• Orthopaedics - bone cements, wear resistant coatings

Many of these medical devices require advanced electronics and sensor technology to monitor and control performance and record and display data.

TWI utilises its knowledge of electronics and sensor packaging, telemetry and medical materials to provide advice and solutions.

For further information on TWI's Medical sector pages click here