Events

Samsung NeuroLogica, a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., has announced that the Samsung RS85A ultrasound system has received FDA 510(k) clearance and will be unveiled at the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) in New York City. The RS85A is the latest expansion of Samsung’s revolutionary ultrasound portfolio. “The RS85A embodies Samsung’s commitment to providing leading technologies to healthcare providers by combining our key values of access, accuracy and efficiency.”

Returning to Medtec Europe once again this April is Precision Micro, as it is a great platform to showcase its photo chemical etching technology for medical devices. Exhibiting from booth 9A40 at the Messe Stuttgart, from 17th-19th April 2018, attendees will see examples of the intricate and accurate metal parts Precision Micro produces for leading medical OEMs, including connectors, contacts, springs and meshes for hearing aids, medical implants, and instruments, including bone saws used for knee and hip surgery.

The mixing together of liquids, pastes, powders and fillers is a critical process in many sectors, not least in pharmaceutical and cosmetics R&D and production. Getting a fully homogenous bubble-free mix of materials, especially those with different forms or viscosities, is of paramount concern. Speed and repeatability of the process will aid productivity and deliver consistent quality.

The all-new series of JMX plastic medical connectors were presented by Souriau, at its stand at Compamed. Compamed brings together suppliers of hospital and electronic equipment designed for medical devices used in patient environments. Medica is dedicated to surgical and patient care equipment. Together, both trade shows make up the world´s largest annual medical technology event.

  At this year's MD&M West show, supplier of wireless solutions, power products, human machine interface solutions and electronics assemblies, Stadium will be showcasing design-led technologies developed for the global healthcare markets.

At this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) which is currently taking place in Las Vegas, US until 12th January, imec and Holst Centre and TNO will demonstrate a prototype of an electroencephalogram (EEG) headset that can measure emotions and cognitive processes in the brain. The headset is a major breakthrough in emotion measurement for therapeutic, learning and gaming applications.

  Nightingale Health has been awarded as one of the Most Innovative Biotech SMEs in Europe by EuropaBio (The European Association for Bioindustries). Nightingale’s CEO, Teemu Suna, addressed European biotech leaders and EU policy-makers at an awards ceremony held at the European Parliament.

  For those unable to attend the Exponential Medicine 2017 conference, organised by Singularity University, you can check out the event’s live stream to tune in for a wide range of speakers, presentations, and announcements.

Equipment for component cleaning specifically targeted at the medical sector will be promoted by supplier of aqueous industrial washing machines and lines, Turbex. The company's technical centre in Alton, Hampshire, provides expert advice on processes, component handling and detergents in addition to displaying and demonstrating a wide cross section of products in a well equipped showroom.

  Three surgeons will showcase implant technology from Renishaw during a masterclass at the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (BAOMS) conference this year. The Annual Scientific Meeting is taking place between June 28th - 30th at the International Convention Centre in Birmingham, UK.