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How 3D Printing is Revolutionizing Medical Device Manufacturing
Medical devices built as quick as 1 day in a variety of biocompatible ISO 10993 & USP Class VI Compliant Materials. Rapidly produce patient specific orthotics, orthosis, prosthetics & more using 3D printing technologies specifically designed to serve the healthcare industry.
How 3D Printing is Revolutionizing Medical Device Manufacturing
Medical devices built as quick as 1 day in a variety of biocompatible ISO 10993 & USP Class VI Compliant Materials. Rapidly produce patient specific orthotics, orthosis, prosthetics & more using 3D printing technologies specifically designed to serve the healthcare industry.
Biocompatible USP/Level VI/121 °C Materials
USP Class VI certified materials compatible with common sterilization methods.
Just-in-Time Manufacturing
Devices made in days, not weeks - delivered when and where the patient needs them.
Lightweight Medical Devices
Digitally manufacture stronger, lighter, patient specific medical devices.
Biocompatible USP/Level VI/121 °C Materials
USP Class VI certified materials compatible with common sterilization methods.
Just-in-Time Manufacturing
Devices made in days, not weeks. Delivered when and where the patient needs them.
Lightweight Medical Devices
Digitally manufacture stronger, lighter, patient specific medical devices.
Better medical Devices Made with 3D printing
Industrial 3D printing technology has dramatically changed the way the healthcare industry manufactures products. From surgical instruments, ventilators, implants and patient specific medical devices that save lives, 3D printing has made its mark. Historically, 3D printing has primarily been used as a tool primarily for rapid prototyping, however recent advancements in additive manufacturing have widened the scope of functional medical applications. Today, 3D printing has a developed a proven track record in the medical manufacturing industry enabling low-volume production of end-use medical devices and functional prototypes alike. Medical devices produced by high performance medical grade 3D printed resins and polymers complies with ISO 10993 and USP Class VI biocompatibility and are compatible with common sterilization methods. Personalized medical equipment such as orthotics, orthosis & prosthetics can now be made lighter, be more comfortable to wear and be built faster. Supply shortages can be alleviated using 3D printing, with ventilators and PPE being two recent examples of how the versatility of 3D printing has been used to get critical medical equipment delivered on short notice to hospitals that require them.
Common high performance materials used to create medical devices include Nylon 12 via Powder Bed Fusion which is a versatile material excellent for both functional prototypes & end-use parts, and is biocompatible according to EN ISO 10993-1 and USP/Level VI/121 °C. The material is highly durable and frequently used to manufacture functional braces, orthotics, prosthetics, surgical guides and even implants. Ventilators, swabs and other high resolution medical devices are also commonly manufactured using Accura Clearvue via Stereolithography which is a high clarity polycarbonate like plastic for applications that require long-term skin or mucosal membrane contact. The material offers excellent humidity and moisture resistance capable of meeting USP Class VI biocompatibility and is compatible with common sterilization methods. Common applications for this material include ventilators components, inhalers and injectors. Finally, for surgical guides, implants, dentures and orthopedics Stainless Steel 316L via Direct Metal Laser Sintering provides end-use, ultra-strong, long lasting implants, surgical guides and orthopedics.
Better Medical Devices Made With 3D Printing
Industrial 3D printing technology has dramatically changed the way the healthcare industry manufactures products. From surgical instruments, ventilators, implants and patient specific medical devices that save lives, 3D printing has made its mark. Historically, 3D printing has primarily been used as a tool primarily for rapid prototyping, however recent advancements in additive manufacturing have widened the scope of functional medical applications. Today, 3D printing has a developed a proven track record in the medical manufacturing industry enabling low-volume production of end-use medical devices and functional prototypes alike. Medical devices produced by high performance medical grade 3D printed resins and polymers complies with ISO 10993 and USP Class VI biocompatibility and are compatible with common sterilization methods. Personalized medical equipment such as orthotics, orthosis & prosthetics can now be made lighter, be more comfortable to wear and be built faster. Supply shortages can be alleviated using 3D printing, with ventilators and PPE being two recent examples of how the versatility of 3D printing has been used to get critical medical equipment delivered on short notice to hospitals that require them.
Common high performance materials used to create medical devices include Nylon 12 via Powder Bed Fusion which is a versatile material excellent for both functional prototypes & end-use parts, and is biocompatible according to EN ISO 10993-1 and USP/Level VI/121 °C. The material is highly durable and frequently used to manufacture functional braces, orthotics, prosthetics, surgical guides and even implants. Ventilators, swabs and other high resolution medical devices are also commonly manufactured using Accura Clearvue via Stereolithography which is a high clarity polycarbonate like plastic for applications that require long-term skin or mucosal membrane contact. The material offers excellent humidity and moisture resistance capable of meeting USP Class VI biocompatibility and is compatible with common sterilization methods. Common applications for this material include ventilators components, inhalers and injectors. Finally, for surgical guides, implants, dentures and orthopedics Stainless Steel 316L via Direct Metal Laser Sintering provides end-use, ultra-strong, long lasting implants, surgical guides and orthopedics.
Biocompatible Medical Devices
ISO 10993 and USP Class VI Medical Devices
Forge Labs offers medical grade thermoplastics & resins for the production of functional surgical instruments, ventilators, prosthetics, microfluids and handheld devices. These materials are highly durable, and suitable for both prototype and end-use applications alike. All our 3D printed medical grade materials are compatible with common sterilization methods for repeated use. We also offer full material traceability and biocompatibility certificates & custom inspection reports available with every order.
Orthotics, Orthosis & Prosthetics
Ultra Fast Turnaround of Patient Specific Devices
Rapidly manufacture custom-fit functional prosthetics, orthotics and orthosis that are lighter, thinner and stronger than what is traditional manufacturing methods. Taking advantage of 3D printing's design freedom allows devices to be manufactured with unique lattice design features to reduce the weight and increase the comfort of the device. We work directly with patient's 3D scan data to create custom-fit products using Nylon 12 via Powder Bed Fusion, allowing practitioners to create durable variable zone and torsional stiffness parts with flexible customization options.
Educational Models
Hands-On Learning & Tactile Models
Multi-material and transparent resins allow for the easy creation of highly accurate 3D printed anatomical models directly from scan data. PolyJet Matrix Technology provides surgeons and educators the ability to create realistic customized anatomical models that mimic human tissue and bone. These resins offer excellent detail and accuracy for healthcare professionals and medical device companies to be used as both displays and tactile educational models.
Biocompatible Medical Devices
ISO 10993 and USP Class VI Medical Devices
Forge Labs offers medical grade thermoplastics & resins for the production of functional surgical instruments, ventilators, prosthetics, microfluids and handheld devices. These materials are highly durable, and suitable for both prototype and end-use applications alike. All our 3D printed medical grade materials are compatible with common sterilization methods for repeated use. We also offer full material traceability and biocompatibility certificates & custom inspection reports available with every order.
Orthotics, Orthosis & Prosthetics
Ultra Fast Turnaround of Patient Specific Devices
Rapidly manufacture custom-fit functional prosthetics, orthotics and orthosis that are lighter, thinner and stronger than what is traditional manufacturing methods. Taking advantage of 3D printing's design freedom allows devices to be manufactured with unique lattice design features to reduce the weight and increase the comfort of the device. We work directly with patient's 3D scan data to create custom-fit products using Nylon 12 via Powder Bed Fusion, allowing practitioners to create durable variable zone and torsional stiffness parts with flexible customization options.
Educational Models
Hands-On Learning & Tactile Models
Multi-material and transparent resins allow for the easy creation of highly accurate 3D printed anatomical models directly from scan data. PolyJet Matrix Technology provides surgeons and educators the ability to create realistic customized anatomical models that mimic human tissue and bone. These resins offer excellent detail and accuracy for healthcare professionals and medical device companies to be used as both displays and tactile educational models.
Frequently Asked Questions
The most common, functional material for medical devices with USP VI biocompatibility we offer is Nylon PA12 via either a Selective Laser Sintering. This material has been widely used for the past two decades to produce orthosis, surgical guides, implants along with a number of other medical devices. Other commonly used plastics is Accura Clearvue due to its high accuracy, clarity and accuracy.
If you have any questions regarding your aerospace project please reach out to sales team who can make recommendations depending on your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
The most common, functional material for medical devices with USP VI biocompatibility we offer is Nylon PA12 via either a Selective Laser Sintering. This material has been widely used for the past two decades to produce orthosis, surgical guides, implants along with a number of other medical devices. Other commonly used plastics is Accura Clearvue due to its high accuracy, clarity and accuracy.
If you have any questions regarding your aerospace project please reach out to sales team who can make recommendations depending on your application.
Case Studies | Healthcare
3D printing bone scans showing the effects of low gravity on bone density for Health in Space: Daring to Explore, a long term exhibit at the Canadian Aviation and Space Museum.
How Selective Laser Sintering was used to recreate a 12,500 year old fossilized skeleton of bison occidentalis.
A breakdown of the medical manufacturing industry in Toronto, Ontario and how 3D printing has been used to accelerate product development.
Case Studies | Medical 3D Printing
3D printing bone scans showing the effects of low gravity on bone density for Health in Space: Daring to Explore, a long term exhibit at the Canadian Aviation and Space Museum.
How Selective Laser Sintering was used to recreate a 12,500 year old fossilized skeleton of bison occidentalis.
A breakdown of the medical manufacturing industry in Toronto, Ontario and how 3D printing has been used to accelerate product development.
