Alex Kakad, global product manager, TekniPlex Medical, will present Selecting the Right Tubing Solutions for Critical Gas and Fluid Applications, at 9:20 am eastern, March 3. (Registration information available .)
The presentation will look at various factors and design considerations that should be taken into account when selecting the proper tubing solution for a specific application. New and unique material and tubing constructions, as well as advances that offer significant potential medical device improvements, will be discussed. Information presented will include new solutions for peristaltic pump applications, sensitive drug transfers and fluid management tubing sets that can be peeled apart.
“Our objective with this webinar is to deliver valuable information on emerging topics that will help medical device professionals navigate their tubing decision-making process,” explains Kakad. “Because TekniPlex Medical works with medical device professionals on a daily basis to address these issues, the webinar will feature the latest best practices and technologies.”
Participants will learn about unique tubing solutions for peristaltic pump applications that offer multiple improvements over silicone material options. They will also walk away with basic knowledge of fluid transfer options for drugs suspended in DMSO, as well as an understanding of failure mechanisms and design improvements for infusion systems. Additionally, validation techniques to ensure consistent dimensional and peel strength tolerance for fluid management solutions will be discussed.
About TekniPlex Medical
TekniPlex Medical provides advanced medical grade, polymer-based solutions (compounds, tubing and other products) for medical devices and other applications. Its nine manufacturing locations use lean manufacturing tools and principles to drive quality and continuous improvement programs to ensure on time delivery of premium medical products worldwide. For more information visit www.tekni-plex.com/tekni-plex-medical.
About TekniPlex, Inc.
TekniPlex is a globally-integrated company focused on developing and manufacturing products for a wide variety of end markets, including medical, pharmaceutical, food, beverage, personal care, household and industrial. TekniPlex is headquartered in Wayne, PA, and operates manufacturing sites across 10 countries worldwide to meet the needs of its global customers. For more information visit www.tekni-plex.com.
