Radio frequency welding, or RF welding as it is more commonly known, is a key medical device manufacturing process. It has a direct impact on product and packaging quality and performance. RF welding is the process of fusing materials together…
Injection moulding and medical devices: what you need to know
Cleanroom injection moulding is used for manufacturing a wide range of medical devices, from implantable components and surgical equipment to drug delivery components and medical packaging. The process is widely used because it delivers a high level of accuracy and…
Medical device manufacturing at Meridian Medical in 2020
It is impossible to look back at 2020 without mention of the coronavirus pandemic. Covid-19 has defined the year for the medical device manufacturing industry and Meridian Medical, as it has for every other industry and every other company. Our…
Why the reshoring of medical device manufacturing is on the rise
The reshoring of medical device production to the UK is on the rise. Covid-19 is accelerating the trend as original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are rethinking offshoring strategies with ensuring supply chain resilience and market service in mind. Why offshoring is…
What to look for in a medical cleanroom assembly partner
When choosing a contract medical device manufacturer, one of the most important criteria on which to base your decision is the standard and scale of medical cleanroom assembly facilities. Cleanrooms are a vital part of the medical device manufacturing process…
12 key signs and symbols on medical devices and packaging
In medical device manufacturing, a medical device’s label must clearly display the necessary information to ensure not only the safety of the end user but also legal compliance. This includes a series of key signs and symbols, which should be…
Medical device labelling – how to get it right
It is critical that you get medical device labelling right. If your product is used improperly as a result of incorrect or insufficient labelling, you can be hit with significant fines, costly delays and reputational damage. In medical device manufacturing,…
Are you ready for the new Medical Device Regulation?
The new European Medical Device Regulation (MDR) comes into force on 26th May, bringing with it the most radical overhaul of the medical device regulatory framework that the medical device industry has seen in decades. The primary objective of the…
Medical device packaging – how to get it right
It may ultimately be destined for the bin but medical device packaging is an important aspect of a product’s design and success. As such a vital part of the product development process, any mistakes with the packaging of a medical…
The importance of medical device packaging
Medical device packaging is a crucial part of the medical device manufacturing process, ensuring that your product is safe and secure during transit and storage, and in perfect condition and ready to use when opened. Packaging is also important in…