Transforming Device Development: Key Benefits of Interdisciplinary Teams
We discuss transforming medical device development through the utilisation of interdisciplinary, and cross industry teams....
PODD & PDA 2023: A Round-Up of Drug Delivery Trends
2023's PDA & PODD conferences provided valuable insight into the drug delivery industry. Here we discuss trends and hot topics from the conferences....
Designing for Success: 7 Tips for Reliable Medical Device Performance
In order for these devices to be effective, they must be reliable and consistently perform as intended. Here are some ways to ensure reliable medical device performance:...
Designing with Production in Mind: 10 Tips for Developing Manufacturable Medical Devices & New Products
Designing a manufacturable medical device requires careful attention to detail, creativity, and a deep understanding of the manufacturing process. Senior Design Engineer, Phil, shares some top tips fo...
Creating an Idea Judgement Matrix to Make Informed Design Decisions
Selecting the “Right” or “Best” concept to move forward into the feasibility and design development phases can be tricky. You want to select a concept that ticks all the boxes. Using an idea j...
Medical Device & Product Manufacturing Costs | Why They’re So High And How You Can Reduce Them
Developing a new medical device can be a multi-million-pound venture. There is no simple answer to the question; “How much does it cost to manufacture a medical device?”. Design Development Engine...
DFM & DFA: The differences, benefits and how to do them?
DFM and DFA should be given consideration right at the beginning of a project and continue to be used until after a product has been manufactured. So, what do they mean? What are the differences? What...
The sustainability shift in packaging products & medical devices
While our primary aim is to help users lives, it’s important that we help the planet where possible too. We asked the team about some of the challenges faced as well as their discoveries and process...
The benefits of Vacuum Casting for prototyping products & medical devices
What is Vacuum Casting, how does it work and how can it benefit the product and medical device prototyping process? The vacuum casting process is very similar to the plastic injection moulding process...
Characterisation: Interaction Matrix & Essential Functions Documents
When the time comes to jump into CAD and start the process of modelling components it’s important to plan your modelling and assembly structures. Following an efficient modelling method allows any m...
Characterising Devices: Measurement of Components
When it comes to the reverse engineering/measurement of the existing components in a device there are many methods to go for. Some of the options available for accurately replicating the critical feat...