Technical Articles
Minnesota Rubber & Plastics has published these technical articles:
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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A large medical technology company aimed to upgrade its medical device solution used primarily to cut and cauterize tissue in minimally invasive surgeries. The goal was to improve the design to allow...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Materials science is at the heart of innovating medical device applications. In this case study, you will learn how materials science allowed us to develop a custom material for Trocar Seal Surgical...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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A national manufacturer of premium water softener valves had been experiencing an increase in warranty claims from loyal owners. The company — a long-time Minnesota Rubber & Plastics...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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What designers and manufacturers need to know, avoid and consider when planning seals in medical devices....
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Our team was part of the rapid response to urgent COVID-19 patient needs. We created a new material formulation for a point-of-care medical diagnostics seal that meets strict chemical and mechanical...
(Molding Services)
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A long-standing Minnesota Rubber & Plastics customer wanted to extend its current press fittings products with a new line for the gas market. We had previously designed a press fitting seal that...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Wilson Wolf created a paradigm shift with its cell culture design disrupting age-old beliefs regarding cell production. Minnesota Rubber and Plastics (MR&P) facilitated the unique design with an...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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Our comprehensive design and materials guide is intended to support the new product development needs of engineers, when challenged with a demanding rubber component need. This detailed resource is a...
(Molding Services)
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Engineered components, when combined into assemblies, can advance a product’s performance as they have in today’s highly efficient and reliable automobiles. New standards are set when...
(Molding Services)
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Creating molded rubber parts with inserts involves considerable preparation before and after molding. These tips can help ensure a durable finished part while minimizing production costs. Overmolding...
(Seals)
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Medical seals are one of the most important components in many medical devices. While small in cost, seals have a profound affect on the function of a medical device and the outcome of a medical...
(Molding Services)
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Optimizing the development of your custom rubber seal can be challenging. Relying on industry specialists and considering potential manufacturing methods and production volumes will enable you to...
(Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers)
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The wearable drug delivery industry continues to expand, driving demand for smaller device sizes of existing applications and developing new applications to deliver drug products. Tailored drug...