In this post we are going to look at the challenges of testing drug delivery devices.

There are many different types of drug delivery device, but they all have things in common – an inlet port and an outlet port, a flow restrictor (regulator) and a bypass valve. These components

A short or reduced cycle time is often touted as a key differentiator in many instruments, because a reduction in cycle time can lead to improved efficiency and optimized profit potential. Leak testers are no different, and as a manufacturer of leak testers, one of our goals in the R&D

These days it seems uncovering the truth is getting harder and harder, day by day. Fake news? How do I know if it’s fake or not? False social media accounts. How would I tell the difference?

Truth and the concept of truth are becoming devalued. To tell the truth. Truthfully.

#1 Cycle Time is Impacted by Multiple Variables
Most medical device manufacturers have high-volume production lines and want fast cycle times to ensure the most efficient manufacturing process. A shorter cycle time can negatively impact reliability and repeatability, which should never be sacrificed for speed. Cycle time is also impacted

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Part 3 – Consolidation of companies within the medical device manufacturing industry is creating challenges relating to globalization

Consolidation of companies within the industry is creating challenges relating to global integration, such as language and communication issues, uniformity of processes,

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Part 2 – Non-compliance can have a tremendous impact on profitability within the medical device manufacturing industry

Ongoing regulatory compliance heavily impacts the development, launch, and manufacture of medical device products. Because of the highly regulated nature of this industry,

Many devices are constructed with passages that must remain open if the product is to function normally when used. During the manufacturing process, it is sometimes possible to inadvertently create a blockage in a passage thus affecting the quality and performance of the device.This will necessitate an occlusion test.

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Part 1 – Product innovation is moving at an unbelievable pace in the medical device manufacturing industry

Product innovation is a key performance indicator (KPI) for the medical device industry. Medical device companies are driven to continuously innovate their processes,

Leak detection plays a critical role in medical device manufacturing, as many medical devices rely on device integrity and have fluid management functions that can be dangerous to the patient if compromised. Uson has been partnering with medical device manufacturers for more than 50 years. During that time, we’ve watched

Like its predecessors, the Sprint^mD leak tester is capable of successfully tackling complex leak testing challenges.

This month I am going to take a look at how to approach testing the cracking or opening pressure of valves. Not surprisingly, the pressure at which the valve opens is crucial performance