Materials News

1. Injection Molding Of Thin Wall Cannulas — A Lesson In Expertise & Persistence 9/20/2023

   After 5 years of work, Accumold has developed a high-volume micro injection molding method for thin-wall cannulas, replacing the expensive and less efficient extrusion process for medical device OEMs.

2. Revolutionizing Healthcare: RFID's Vital Role In The Sterilization Of Medical Devices 9/7/2023

   In the fast-paced healthcare world, sterilization is crucial for patient safety, with RFID technology emerging as a game-changing solution to improve medical device management and prevent infections.

3. Optimizing Outcomes Through Micro Molding – An Expert Perspective 7/28/2023

   Craig Tappe, Sales Engineer at Accumold, highlights the micro molding process and emphasizes the significance of asking the right questions when selecting preferred suppliers.

4. Soft Or Semi-Hard Tooling For Micro Molding? 7/28/2023

   Soft/semi-hard tooling & CNC-machined cavities work well for larger non-critical parts but not for micro molding. Achieving small tolerances, sharp corners, and micro features remains challenging for both micro and larger parts.

5. Common Micro Optics Questions, Explained 7/28/2023

   Micro-optics within the micro injection molding space require expert engineering and experience. Our resident micro optics engineer, Rick Brown, encounters the following common questions.

6. Leveraging Thin Film On Ceramic Substrates For Interconnects And Interposers 7/10/2023

   Thin film ceramic interposer design offers several advantages in RF and microwave applications. Designers can expect reduced signal losses, more effective thermal management, and more opportunities to reduce component size.

7. The Challenges Of Boomerang Projects In Micro Molding: A Customer Perspective 5/23/2023

   Boomerang projects in micro molding, where customers' projects return to the manufacturer for rework or modifications, present challenges due to design changes, quality issues, material-related challenges, and poor communication.

8. NOT An Afterthought: How Protective Parts Influence Device Design 5/11/2023

   Part quality, optimal use of materials, and a device-maker’s allocation of resources all benefit from early-stage partnership with a trusted supplier of protective plugs and caps.

9. Back To Basics: Breaking Down The Fundamentals Of Filters 12/21/2022

   Regardless of the technology behind the filter, there are several key concepts that all filters share. Our new ebook provides a wealth of detailed fundamental filter information with the goal of helping customers simplify their future filtering decisions.

10. Embolization In The Treatment of Aneurysms 12/2/2022

    Coil embolization is a treatment for both aortic and cerebral aneurysms that fills the aneurysm with a coil-like material to close off the aneurysm sac and reduce the risk of bleeding or rupture.