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Surgical: Specialized materials for critical medical applications

Medical device manufacturers rely on our portfolio of medical-grade polycarbonates, blends and specialty films for a wide variety of surgical applications. These materials are often necessary to produce instruments and equipment surgeons can depend on during even the most complex operations.
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Surgical procedures are becoming increasingly complex with the move toward minimally invasive procedures, and the demand for safe surgical equipment continues to rise. Reliable material solutions, offering a range of engineering properties, are a necessity when designing critical instruments and equipment. 
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Medical-grade polycarbonates and blends for surgical devices

Our specialized medical-grade polycarbonates and blends meet properties required for surgical devices, including mechanical strength, dimensional stability, chemical resistance, heat resistance, and glass-like transparency while also supporting sterilization methods commonly used in the industry.

Maintained sterility in the operation theatre with Thermoplastic Films

Maintaining sterility while using medical devices and high-tech equipment in the operating room is critical. Platilon® and Dureflex® TPU films are used in multiple applications during surgery, thanks to their versatility and biocompatibility.

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TPU Films for surgical supplies | Platilon®, Dureflex®

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Thermoplastic films for medical packaging

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MakrolonRx2235 Brochure.pdf

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Radiopacity of Polycarbonate for Healthcare Applications brochure

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    Medical polycarbonate

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    Polycarbonate resins and blends with the strength and biocompatibility needed for electromedical device housings and parts

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    Eyewear

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    Drug delivery

    Biocompatible, medical-grade PU, TPU, PC, and PC+ABS blend materials for drug delivery applications

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