{"id":7956,"date":"2017-09-20T18:22:01","date_gmt":"2017-09-20T18:22:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.omegasonics.com\/?p=7956"},"modified":"2019-07-18T11:05:01","modified_gmt":"2019-07-18T16:05:01","slug":"validation-for-3d-medtech-and-bioprinting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.omegasonics.com\/knowledge-center\/article\/validation-for-3d-medtech-and-bioprinting\/","title":{"rendered":"Validation for 3D Medtech and Bioprinting"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Today\u2019s 3D printing news Sliced features developments in medicine, design, materials and business from: Omegasonics, NuVasive, Stryker, UC Davis, Nuvotronics, MX3D, Eclectical Engineering, Plumen, Carpenter, EOS, Institute of Ceramic Technology, colorFabb, Palermo Astronomical Observatory, Titomic, Apis Cor, Blackbird Robotics, UI Labs, Airwolf 3D and ONO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Validation for 3D medtech and bioprinting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Omegasonics<\/a>, a global manufacturer of ultrasonic cleaners, has secured agency certifications for its SST4030 machine. The 187 gallon machine is used for post processing of 3D printed parts, particularly for the medical industry,<\/a> and the new ratings mean that it meets safety measures set out by the CE (European distribution), CSA (Canada) and UL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

San Diego\u2019s NuVasive<\/a>, a medical device company focusing on the development of spinal treatments, is expanding its HQ with an innovation center of excellence including \u201ca prototype design facility with 3D printing capabilities.\u201d The facility will add 100,000 square feet of space to the exiting site, amassing a total of approximately 250,000 square feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mock-up of NuVasive\u2019s expanded San Diego HQ. Image via NuVasive<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Another 3D printed Tritanium device from Stryker<\/a> has achieved 510(k) clearance from the FDA. The C Anterior Cervical Cage adds to Stryker\u2019s existing catalog including a Tritanium PL Posterior Lumbar Cage that has been in use since 2016.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The University of California, Davis, has opened a Makerspace for biologists. Encouraging the adoption of 3D printing and other innovative technologies into study the center, according to UC Davis Professor Marc Facciotti<\/a>, was created as \u201cfor students interested in hands-on exploration and creative expression in biotechnology, bioengineering and biodesign.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Professor Facciotti adds, \u201cWe aspire to be a hub for creative expression in biotechnology, a place to host new hands-on courses, a home for student clubs and design teams. We also want to be a nurturing environment for budding entrepreneurs.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Designs of the future<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

North Carolina startup Nuvotronics<\/a> has emerged as a contender in the 3D printed electronics market, with its patented PolyStrata process that has particular focus on boards that can produce 5G connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to company CEO David Sherrer<\/a>, the process \u201cis a 3D additive technology that can be envisioned as a blend of semiconductor processing and 3D printing [\u2026] No other company in the world can achieve the miniaturization and performance metrics like Nuvotronics\u2014all because of its unique proprietary technology.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Blueprint of the integrated modules on a Nuvotronics PCB. Image via Nuvotronics<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Amsterdam\u2019s MX3D<\/a> has confirmed further progress and an ETA for its metal 3D printed bridge. Now confirmed for completion in 2018, the bridge has made significant process since the firm\u2019s last update in December 2016.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n