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Medical Molding in Clean Room Environments

Plastic Injection Molding and Clean Rooms

The medical plastic injection molding industry continues to experience rapid growth and holds a significant impact on the entire healthcare system. Technological advancements, better cost efficiency, miniaturization, complex designs and an aging population in greater need of remedial devices are all related factors.

Expansion of this sector creates an increased demand for medical molding parts manufactured within clean room environments. The process must ensure that ensuing components are sterile and free of contaminants such as microbes or other particles. Integrity inside the setting is essential to remain in compliance with strict regulatory standards as imposed by ISO and the FDA.

Clean room conditions are measured by the number and size of airborne particles, air change rate, filtration techniques, temperature/humidity and personnel/equipment.

The types of parts produced in a clean room molding facility range from simple plastic pieces to highly complex implants. Specific examples include medical equip­ment, device housings (needles, surgical instruments, prosthetics), orthopedic apparatuses, implants, catheters, IV equipment just to name a few. These are highly durable, resistant to cracking, shattering, heat, and can be reused under proper sterilization.

Maintaining strict clean room parameters is central to keeping components pristine. Dissolving and removing undesirable resins, grease and other particulate contaminants generates safe hygienic parts and preserves the mold.

Slide’s pre-saturated Mold Cleaner Wipes (#463) are a perfect solution for clean room surround­ings where aerosols are not permitted. This popular product quickly removes mold releases, grease or oil from surfaces and can be utilized as a touch-up cleaner during molding proce­dures, equipment prep, storage or general maintenance.

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See Slide’s most popular formula­tions for general Medical Molding Compliance.

Additional articles of interest regarding medical plastic injection molding:

What is Driving the Growth of the Medical Molding Industry?

Medical Industry Injection Molding

Medical Injection Mold Maintenance

Medical Injection Mold Maintenance Best Practices

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