Breaking the speed-precision compromise in medical device manufacturing
Optimizing motion systems for the high-precision, high-throughput laser cutting of cylindrical medical products - An Aerotech White Paper
For manufacturers of cylindrical medical products such as stents, heart valve components, and minimally invasive instruments, a persistent challenge exists: the trade-off between production speed and precision. This is particularly the case in the Italian market. Understanding the critical role of motion systems in overcoming this limitation is paramount. This White Paper provides a comprehensive guide that examines the key aspects of these optimised systems.
What does this White Paper cover?
This comprehensive guide examines the critical elements of motion systems specifically designed for laser cutting cylindrical medical products, including:
- Core components of precision tube-cutting motion platforms
- Key factors affecting accuracy, repeatability, and throughput
- Critical bearing and motor selection considerations
- Workholding mechanisms and their impact on part quality
- System integration optimisation techniques for maximum performance
Who should read this White Paper?
This technical resource is essential reading for:
- Medical technology companies: CTOs, VPs of Manufacturing, and Heads of R&D seeking competitive advantages in production efficiency
- Photonics and optical engineering firms: Product Development Managers and Directors responsible for system optimisation
- Innovative manufacturing operations: Senior managers with budget authority and influence over investment decisions
- Biotechnology organisations: R&D Directors developing next-generation cylindrical medical products
- Research and development teams: Department heads evaluating advanced motion control solutions
Why download this White Paper?
Discover how strategically optimised motion systems can transform your cylindrical medical device manufacturing by:
- Significantly increasing production rates while maintaining or improving part quality
- Minimising post-processing requirements and scrap rates
- Achieving superior precision at higher speeds than conventional systems
- Understanding the science behind dynamic system performance optimisation
- Making more informed decisions when specifying or designing tube-cutting systems
Written by motion control expert Brian Fink, Product Manager at Aerotech with more than 15 years of experience in precision motion control, this White Paper provides valuable insights that can give manufacturers a competitive edge in today's demanding medical device market.
English and Italian language versions are both available.
