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28.10.2015 11:54

IVAM Product Market „High-tech for Medical Devices“ at COMPAMED 2015

Mona Okroy-Hellweg Presse- und Öffentlichkeitsarbeit
IVAM Fachverband für Mikrotechnik

The COMPAMED has become an international leading trade fair for the supplier market of medical manufacturing. This year, for the first time, it takes place as a four-day-fair

As the traditional Product Market “High-tech for Medical Devices” in Hall 8a, the IVAM Microtechnology Network joint pavilion showcases solutions for medical technology on 700 sqm of space. The key technologies to these solutions are microtechnology, nanotechnology, photonics and advanced materials.

With a record number of 55 companies, this year’s IVAM joint pavilion is bigger and more versatile than ever.

The international exhibitors will present miniaturized components, high-tech electronics, innovative laser processes, functional coatings, smart sensors as well as high-precision structuring, measuring and screening processes that constantly make medical technology products safer, cheaper and more reliable.

Additionally, the COMPAMED HIGH-TECH Forum takes place on all four days and offers extensive insights how the key technologies are already in use today and where future potential lies e.g. in the manufacture of mobile analysis, therapy and monitoring devices, in printed electronics or in international markets such as Latin America.

Smart sensor solutions for analysis, therapy and monitoring

ACEOS GmbH presents its established and reliable sensor technology for measurements of O2 and CO2 concentrations and volume flow rates in human breathing. The technology is used by prestigious global manufacturers and in an own terminal. Herein ACE-DXV is a combined module with integrated pump, temperature, humidity and pressure sensors which allows for a calibration only with ambient air. The further development of this technology will lead to so called “cold sensors” for measurements up to 100% O2. New medical applications, e.g. ventilation, will be addressed soon.

CiS Forschungsinstitut für Mikrosensorik GmbH presents at COMPAMED the development of customized technologies for optoelectronic, piezoresistive and impedimetric microsensors and components as well as small volume production, e.g. optical sensors for detecting vital parameters, micro laser doppler sensors for blood flow measurements, micro laser lights or sensors for the determination of optical properties like absorption, light scattering, refractive index and polarization. Furthermore In-situ impedance spectroscopy of biological material, piezoresistive sensors for pressure, force and strain as well as temperature diodes, radiation detectors and silicon photomultiplier are topics at the booth of CiS.

CMOSIS Germany GmbH develops image sensors for industrial inspection, medical endoscopies and automotive on-board cameras. CMOSIS Germany GmbH offers the widest off-the-shelf portfolio of high-speed line-scan sensors (Dragster) and is the leading innovator for small-size sub-mm camera modules for medical endoscopy. CMOSIS Germany GmbH’s 1mm-size NanEye digital camera family is widely adopted in novel digital endoscopic equipment and one-time use medical devices.

European Sensor Systems S.A. (ESS) is a global developer and manufacturer of high quality sensors based on micro-electronics technologies. The MEMS-based sensors and sensor systems measure pressure, flow, acceleration and temperature. ESS products are used in demanding control and monitoring applications in the industrial, medical, aerospace and consumer goods markets.

Sensirion AG stands for innovative products, customer-specific solutions and excellent support. The company's products continually set new standards in various markets across the globe. At this year's COMPAMED trade fair, Sensirion is presenting new and enhanced sensor solutions for measuring gas and liquid flow rates and differential pressure.

Fraunhofer Institute for Silicon Technology ISIT researches and manufactures components and systems in microelectronics and microsystems technology. The business unit “Medical Sensor Systems” researches on portable multi parameter analysis systems for the point of care diagnostics. The business field “Wearables and Printed Electronics” develops new products for sports, medical, personal safety and automotive applications. Examples for these are autarkic force sensing shoe inlays for acoustic gait analysis or hybrid electronics systems for body tracking applications.

Photonic applications and optical components

Fraunhofer ENAS introduces an MR compatible micro endoscope developed together with PolyDiagnost GmbH. The functional microendoscope combines optical and ultrasound capabilities for brain imaging of diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s or tumors. The institute shows fully-integrated lab-on-chip systems for on-site analytics and point-of-care diagnostics, too. The point-of-need systems combine integrated sample preparation, low-cost micro-pumps and multiple bio sensors (optical, electrochemical, SERS) for health and environmental monitoring, infectious diseases and veterinary diagnostics.

The BERLINER GLAS GROUP is one of the world’s leading providers of optical key components, assemblies and systems as well as high-quality refined technical glass and optical bonded touch systems. BERLINER GLAS develops, produces and integrates optics, mechanics and electronics into innovative system solutions for its customers. As a classic OEM partner, BERLINER GLAS supplies innovative companies from the medical technology and life science market who are a cut above the competition thanks to the quality and functionality of their products.

FISBA AG is a worldwide leading supplier of customized optical components, microsystems and systems. Customers benefit from many years of counseling, development, manufacturing and innovative process and manufacturing technologies. Products of FISBA are e.g. microcameras, microlenses down to 0.5 mm, FISBA RGBeam, laser modules and services like product development, optical design, high-quality coatings or assembly.

Mikrop AG is the leading source for Swiss precision miniature optics serving all high-tech markets. For 35 years the company has been developing, manufacturing and mounting highly complex, miniaturized optical components and sub-assemblies. Mikrop is able to manufacture serial high- precision lenses in reliable top quality and starting at diameters of just 0.3 mm and up to 15 mm.

Optotune Switzerland AG develops and manufactures adaptive optical components. Optotune’s focus-tunable lenses and laser speckle reducers offer new solutions for several industries including machine vision, laser processing, ophthalmology and laser projection. At COMPAMED, Optotune shows how focus tunable lenses can make optical medical technology devices more compact, how they enable new features and how a laser speckle reducer can be used for speckle-free laser illumination.

Zünd Precision Optics will present uncoated or coated planar optical single components and planar optical assemblies in dimensions of 0.2 mm up to 50.0 mm. The company’ s support begins with the design, development of prototypes and extends to the execution of production from 50 to 20,000 units and more.

Laser technology for manufacturing of medical products

femtos GmbH is a young and innovative service supplier for laser-based processes, located in Bochum, Germany. The focus is on laser cutting of stents or similar products e.g. implants, including the necessary post-processing. By using ultrashort laser pulses, the heat input into the machined material is minimized; the result is high precison along with lowest material damage at the same time. The production line enables the company to machine tubing and flats, while it is experienced in working with several materials like NiTi, stainless steel and different types of polymers.

With about 420 employees and 11,000 m2 of useable space, the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT, founded in 1985, is one of the most important contracting research and development institutes of its sector worldwide. Its experts develop and optimize laser beam sources and laser processes. Fraunhofer ILT conducts research and development for industrial customers in the fields of laser development, laser application, measurement and microsystems technology.

GFH GmbH is a qualified partner for process development, prototype and small batch manufacturing in the microtechnology field and for the development and the design of specialized equipment to the customers’ requirements. Since its foundation in 1998, GFH has been focusing on laser technology. GFH develops, designs and distributes laser micro machines to the highest requirements, which are qualified for industrial use. The machines are used in all laser micro machining application areas. You can create surface structures and deep engravings as well as micro holes with high aspect ratios.

Micreon GmbH is one of the world’s most prestigious contract manufacturers and technology consultants for micromachining with ultrafast lasers. Ultrafast laser technology has all the advantages necessary for current and future miniaturization applications, with processing resolutions in the sub-micrometer range that are not only smaller, but of higher quality than comparable conventional methods.

Microfluidic systems for diagnostics and therapy

With more than 20 years of experience in structuring polymers CDA GmbH is a high-volume manufacturer of micro-optic and microfluidic components in plastic. The product portfolio ranges from lenses and beam shapers to microfluidic channels and structured microscope slides. By the integration of various functionalities and the assembly of complex sub-modules CDA provides unique customized solutions.

As the leading service provider in the area of micro/nanotechnology, iX-factory is a specialist for the fabrication of MEMS/NEMS and microfluidic products in glass and silicon. iX-factory combines expert knowledge and technologies to enable projects with universities, research institutions and companies. The company’s service portfolio includes personal expert advice, fabrication and project work, MEMS foundry service and the world around the chip. Through the application of multidisciplinary technologies, iX-factory provides its customers with maximum flexibility, individuality and innovation.

Metrology: quality assurance for highest demands

FRT, Fries Research & Technology GmbH is one of the worldwide leading suppliers in the field of 3D surface metrology systems for research and production. The measurement systems of FRT provide non-contact, non-destructive and also fully automated data about topography, roughness, thickness etc. Due to its versatility and flexibility, the MicroProf of FRT has established itself as a standard system in modern surface metrology. Due to the unique multi-sensor technology, the MicroProf can be applied and equipped universally. Diverse tasks can be measured together in one device.

Jenoptik is one of the leading manufacturers of high-precision, tactile and non-tactile production metrology in the industrial metrology sector. Its portfolio includes total solutions for a wide range of measuring tasks, in every phase of the production process and in the measuring room. Precise production processes are particularly important for the interaction of workpieces in their environment. For this, Jenoptik Industrial Metrology improved the existing OPTICLINE measuring machines. Closer to production, quicker integration into processes and more successful on the market.

Functional coatings for surfaces

Surfix BV presents its advanced nanocoatings for the micro- and nanotechnology market. Surfix’s proprietary surface modification technology can be used to locally functionalize complex devices with molecular nanocoatings. With relative ease, micropatterns of e.g. hydrophilic and hydrophobic or protein-binding and protein-repellent areas can be generated on various inorganic and polymeric surfaces as well as in microfluidic channels.

SCS - Specialty Coating Systems will feature its new mircroRESIST antimicrobial Parylene technology, along with its Parylene conformal coating services. microRESIST combines the protective benefits of ultra-thin Parylene with antimicrobial properties to effectively reduce harmful microorganisms on coated medical devices. SCS Parylene coatings are biocompatible, biostable and offer excellent moisture, chemical and dielectric barrier properties to many medical components.

Innovative electronics for medical devices

Complex assembly in a small space: AEMtec GmbH specializes in development and production of sophisticated microsystems and optoelectronics for medical devices from class I – III. High- performance engineering in development, production and production process development in combination with high-end chip level technologies and a strong partner network ensure a reliable and efficient production of the customers’ new product development (NPI) or product optimization – from prototypes to serial production.

As a medium-sized company, 2E mechatronic is active in medical technology, the automotive industry, industrial electronics as well as automation and is one of the leading providers in the field of MID technology. As a manufacturing and development partner of MID devices, sensors, LED/OLED diodes, housings and modular multichannel microliter pumps, 2E has set another milestone with its latest product of a MID for diagnostics & therapy of pelvic floor dysfunction (incontinence).

Exceet electronics is the European specialist with years of experience for industrialized and automated development and manufacturing of high-quality and complex electronic modules, components and systems. In medical technology for example, Exceet adopts the overall responsibility for the development and manufacturing of medical devices and supports their admission. Exceet electronics is a wholly reliable outsourcing partner and general contractor.

MAZeT GmbH is an electronics design and manufacturing services provider who is specialized in the market segment of medical electronics, automation technology and industrial electronics with customized, embedded computing solutions and mixed signal ASIC/FPGA design services. MAZeT provides its own products and solutions for applications of spectral and color sensor technology under the brand name JENCOLOR.

Mektec Europe GmbH is part of the international Mektec group, the world‘s leading manufacturer of flexible printed circuits with a turnover of 4 billion US$ in 2014. Mektec Europe supports customers in developing a flex module combining flex circuits with component assembly, overmolding of plastics and sealings. Customers benefit from long-term experience in flexible circuits for medical applications with well-known manufacturers.

Microdul AG specializes in high-quality microelectronics. The company's three business lines are customized modules, thick-film, and mixed-signal low-power ASICs. With ISO 13485, the company's core competence is in producing cutting-edge microminiature modules for medical and industrial applications, such as implants, hearing aids or modules for use in healthcare.

Optiprint offers consultation, development and manufacture at its production facility in east Switzerland. Optiprint guarantees legendary Swiss quality and precision. The company offers innovative PCB solutions like high-frequency printed circuit boards, metal-core printed circuit boards, flexible and flex-rigid printed circuit boards, ultra-fine lines and printed circuit boards with ticer foil.

Highly precise microstructures, parts and components

CG.TEC is an expert in high-precision injection-molding and manufactures miniature parts and micro-components and automates the production line. The company processes thermoplastics like PC, COC, PEEK, PPS and thermosets. The scope of products ranges from small equipment to disposables for different applications: diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, microfluidics, etc. Miniature details can be integrated in the product, creating a competitive advantage.

IMT Masken und Teilungen AG addresses the increasing demand from the life science industry for miniaturization, micro patterning and integration of optical and electrical functions into cost-effective consumables by applying manufacturing technologies from the semiconductor industry. Capabilities are microchannels, throughholes, electrodes, optical and electrical coatings, optical wave guides, and diffractive gratings.

Minitubes S.A. from France offers custom-made precision metal tubing and tubular components. More than 100 alloys are available, including stainless steels for surgical implants, nickel titanium, tantalum and precious alloys with diameters from 0.10 to 30 mm. Thin walls, minute tolerances and smooth finishes are specialties of Minitubes. Products are used in stents, endoscopic devices, diagnostic probes, surgical instruments, catheters, electrodes and many more. Furthermore, the company offers in-house tube drawing, forming and assembling.

Micro Systems is a specialist in medical, biotech and optical micro-molding solutions including molds, plastic parts and complete systems for drug delivery, medical diagnostics, surgery and inhalation. Further capabilities include ultra-precision multi-cavity molds and nano-structuring, manufactured in high and medium quantities to suit the customers’ requirements.

Metalware Factory Schouten & Visschers is a reliable partner for the production of complex metal components and functional units. In the 4,000 sqm production facility the following production technologies can be found under one roof: hydraulic and mechanical presses for stamping and deepdrawing, lasercutting, sheet metal, tube bending up to Ø60 mm, milling as well as robotic welding of steel, stainless steel and aluminum. Schouten & Visschers has its own engineering department where the development and production of tools for stamping, milling, bending and welding take place.

Steinmeyer Mechatronik GmbH is part of the international Steinmeyer Group. As the competence center for precision positioning solutions and mechatronic systems Steinmeyer offers innovative products and expert advice for individual positioning tasks. With more than 120 employees, and together with subsidiaries and partners, Steinmeyer supplies customers worldwide. The products focus on applications for various industries including laser technology, biotechnology, semiconductor technology and metrology.

temicon GmbH is a technology driven company with high innovative power and growth strength. Its core business is the development, production and marketing of micro- and nanostructured components for all fields of application. The focus is on light management, display, solar and life science. Since temicon was founded in 2005 it has consistently established its universally unique technology platform in the fields of micro- and nanostructuring, electroforming, nanoimprint and injection molding.

RKT Rodinger Kunststoff-Technik GmbH offers visionary solutions for medical technology. Special challenges emerge at recognition and accomplishment of the requirements of tomorrow. For rising product requirements a cleanroom production is obligatory. Decades of experience and the intensive dialogue with medics and universities enable RKT to further develop products with customers and to make them ready for production. Currently, the company manufactures on more than 70 injection molding machines millions of components with the highest standards.

SERODE is specialist in cutting, drawing and cambering complex metal parts for medical, aeronautics, electrical engineering and the automotive industry. Serode designs single step and progressive dies in a collaborative way, then realizes and supports them. Concerning the medical industry, Serode is particularly skilled in forming titanium implants like pacemakers, defibrillators, access ports any many more.
Research, development and manufacturing services for medical products

arteos GmbH, founded in 2003 and located in Seligenstadt near Frankfurt, Germany, is a leader in microassembly. At COMPAMED, arteos presents the division "microassembly". Services include contract assembly at small to medium series, development of packaging and assembly process as well as sale and adaptation of equipment.

CSEM is a research and development center specializing in micro- and nanotechnology, medical technology, microelectronics and communications technologies. It offers its customers and industry partners custom-made, innovative solutions based on its knowledge of the market and the technological expertise derived from applied research. CSEM's mission is to enhance the competitiveness of the industry by developing applied technology platforms in micro- and nanotechnologies and ICT and transferring them to the industrial sector.

Hahn-Schickard is well-known for industry-oriented research, development and fabrication in microsystem technologies. In trustworthy cooperation with industry, Hahn-Schickard develops innovative products and technologies in research fields with a strong future impact such as the internet of things, sustainable mobility, environmental and natural resources, healthcare as well as information and communication technologies. Hahn-Schickard offers the production of small and medium-sized series as well as the transition into mass production.

ECR AG is a full-service provider of development, production and assembly of medical devices in compliance with ISO13485. The wide range of services includes hardware and software development, supported by Polarion Life-Cycle-Management and mechanical design. Production is done in proprietary facilities in Europe.

A supplier of micro-technical services in biomaterials, Statice designs and produces innovative made-to-measure instruments and supports their clients from the beginning of the project through to the final production line. Statice is a manufacturing reference in the field of implants, medical instruments, and laboratory equipment. The medical instruments and other designs developed by Statice are used in all industries where precision is of the utmost importance: cardio-vascular, neurology, urology, orthopedics, oncology, ophthalmology, instruments with minimal invasiveness and many more.

SMT & HYBRID is a high-performance development and manufacturing partner for sophisticated electronic components, modules, devices and complete systems. Customers from medicine, manufacturing industry, automotive, traffic and data systems engineering experience a flat hierarchical structure, short decision-making channels, high individual responsibility, team spirit and a high appreciation for customers’ requirements. The company develops innovative solutions for product ideas and simultaneously ensures the perfect implementation and a safe reproducible serial production.

Innovative systems and equipment for life science applications

Harro Höfliger offers a comprehensive range of production and packaging machines that can be used in many product segments: inhalation, injection, web converting (wound care, ODF/TTS), diagnostics, eye care, medical devices and pharmaceutical solids and liquids as well as consumer goods and energy solutions. The technology platforms and turnkey system solutions are always precisely tailored to the needs of the customer.

Electromag is specialized in design, sales and production of high-performance miniature brushless motors especially for the medical and dental industry. A patented winding technology allows to offer smaller and lighter motors with top-level performance that enable the customers to present superior solutions by product differentiation. The motors can run up to 100’000 rpm, remain ultra-quiet with no vibration, and reach efficiencies of up to 90%.

For identification and monitoring processes for quality assurance and traceability in clinics and hospitals microsensys offers complete RFID system solutions that are successfully established. RFID sensor data loggers of the TELID product line are used, for example, for temperature control of cleaning processes. The unambiguous and unique identification of objects with sterilizable RFID transponders and corresponding read-write devices are also part of the portfolio. Modules and micro technologies for passive, wireless implants are realized in development projects.

Experience, knowledge and technological excellence in research, diagnosis and therapy are essential requirements for treating patients safely and reliably according to the most modern methods. PI Physik Instrumente is the leading manufacturer of nano- and micropositioning systems. The spectrum in medical technology ranges from simple drive components, such as mobile medicine dispensers which are small and energy-saving, to fast piezo tilt mirrors for laser beam steering up to high-precision six-axis positioning systems for positioning loads in strong magnetic fields.

SPS-Europe is a full-service distributor of equipment, tools and consumables used in semiconductor manufacturing, MEMS, biotechnology and R&D. The company has developed proprietary spin coaters and sold over 2000 units worldwide. Portable multi-layer thickness measurement tools, substrate handling tools and high power UV lights and a full range of wet process equipment are further products.

BIO Clean Care offers solutions for combating germs. The company develops technologies for the flexible disinfection of indoor air and the parallel seamless disinfection of all surfaces in such rooms in a safe, environmentally friendly and health conscious manner. In contrast to conventional means of disinfecting rooms, the non-stop operation mode of the BIO-Clean-Care-System, the recontamination with germs is prevented permanently. The BIO Clean Care product range includes stationary units that are attached to ventilation systems, mobile units and combined systems with an integrated element for the disinfection of hands.

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Weitere Informationen:

http://ivam.de/compamed15 - further information and an exhibitor overview including contact data
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