The future of healthcare is wearable. As wearable medical devices gain popularity, one key aspect driving their success is adhesive technology. Adhesives must not only stick well but also be comfortable, safe, and cost-effective. For companies like Cybel Health, which is at the forefront of wearable tech innovation, adhesive partners are critical to ensuring the seamless transition from design to production.
I recently spoke with Alina Kulikova, Staff Biomedical Engineer at Cybel Health, about the role of adhesives in wearable medical devices and why collaboration with adhesive experts is crucial to their success.
1.Early Involvement of Adhesive Partners
According to Alina, involving adhesive partners as early as possible is key to success. Whether it’s understanding how materials can affect the design or how production scales, the adhesive partner plays a pivotal role.
“Involving an adhesive partner from day one saves time and resources. Their expertise helps shape design and material choices that will work not only for prototypes but also in mass production.”
2.Overcoming Design and Manufacturing Challenges
Adhesive converters offer more than just materials—they offer insights that can make or break a product. From understanding cutting techniques to aligning designs with manufacturing capabilities, adhesive experts are critical in ensuring smooth production.
“Adhesive converters can help with design modifications that won’t affect the core functionality but will ensure the product is manufacturable at scale.”
3.Material Selection and Minimum Order Quantities (MOQ)
For many wearable devices, material selection is a major challenge. Not only do materials need to meet specific technical specifications, but there are also issues like shelf life and minimum order quantities (MOQ) to consider.
“Converters can sometimes offer alternative materials that are already in stock or can be sourced more quickly, helping to avoid long lead times or high MOQs.”
4.The Critical Role of Adhesive Partners in Regulatory Compliance
One of the most important aspects of wearable medical devices is regulatory compliance, especially biocompatibility. Choosing the right adhesive partner can streamline the FDA clearance process.
“Adhesive converters with experience in ISO 10993 and other regulatory standards are invaluable when it comes to ensuring your product meets all safety requirements before entering the market.”
Conclusion:
For companies like Cybel Health, adhesive solutions are more than just a sticky substance—they are a crucial part of the overall product development process. By involving adhesive partners early and often, they are able to overcome design challenges, manage production efficiently, and meet stringent regulatory standards.
In the evolving world of wearable healthcare technology, adhesive solutions are paving the way for innovation.
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