So much of the disposable medical equipment used for treatments and testing is constructed (at least in part) by Medical Device Assembly Systems. These automated, robotic systems offer many benefits to medical device manufacturers that would not be possible to achieve with human hands. Medical devices, unlike personal electronics, need to work correctly every time because when parts fail, human life is put at risk. Medical device assembly systems and robotic integration greatly speed up production while driving down production costs and carbon footprint. So many life-saving devices and parts are built using automation. Some of the most important automation parts include:
Linear Indexers & Assembled Test Cartridges:
Within the last twenty years, diagnostic testing has radically changed. In the past, it was common for doctors to send most specimens to laboratories for testing: this often took days. Disposable cartridges are now accessible in most doctor offices, which allows them to get results from many common tests within minutes. For instance, rapid diagnostic testing is currently available for:
- Blood Coagulation
- Blood/Glucose
- Blood Gas
- Electrolytes
- Cardiac Markers
- Cholesterol
- Hemoglobin
- Pregnancy Testing
System Assemblies & Airflow Sensors:
Airflow sensors are a necessary component in measuring the flow of gas and air within various medical applications. Sensors function based on heat transfer, so air is directed across the surface of a sensing element. Output voltage varies directly in proportion to the mass of gas flowing through inlets/outlets. The most common use within medical devices is for continuous positive airway pressure tools and equipment. Medical device assembly systems build:
- Sleep Apnea Monitors
- Oxygen Conservers
- Nebulizers
- Spirometers
- Concentrators