Medical Device Link.

EDITOR'S PAGE

A Minnesota State of Mind

HOTLINE

• Device Tests Curved and Straight Needles
• Cutting-Edge Technology Yields Sharper Blades
• Molded Plastic Gears Find Niche in Glucose Monitors, Magnetic Imaging Devices

PROFILE

Plastic Alloy Enhances Image Clarity

Material reduces interference in MRI applications

One-Way Valve Improves Venting Control During Surgery

An adjustment knob maintains the proper amount of negative pressure

SPOTLIGHT

Spotlight on Filtration Products

EQUIPMENT NEWS: Packaging and Assembly Equipment

Validation Software Speeds Up Packaging Process

Enhancements can shorten production times and increase safety

INDUSTRY NEWS

• Shape-Shifting Gels Seek Medical Applications
• Scientists Create Megagauss Sensors from Nonmagnetic Materials
  
• New Polysulfone Grade Reduces Scaling
• LSA Laser Services and Automation Acquires Oeuvre Technology
  

E-NEWS

• My Favorite Bookmarks, David Rivera, R&D Engineering Specialist, Allegiance, a Cardinal Health Co.
• Steven Label Offers On-Line Order Tracking
• Web Conversion Tools Simplify Tape Specification

REGIONAL FOCUS

State of the Art

Introducing an occasional series reporting on regions with a tradition of medical device manufacturing. First stop: Minnesota's Medical Alley.