The Importance of Precision in Medical CNC Machining
The Importance of Precision in Medical CNC Machining
CNC machining is a precision solution that is well suited to medical equipment manufacturing. When medical devices and tools are being made, each machined part involved in its production must be produced within tight tolerances. There is no room for error in this process and the programmability of the CNC machining centers we use at Modern Industries helps to ensure quality on each production run we complete. If you want to learn more about the importance of precision in medical CNC machining, we have put together valuable information below. If you know you need parts for medical equipment machined precisely and promptly, you can skip reading and contact us today to begin a conversation and request a quote.
Types of Medical Products CNC Machines Can Produce
When it comes to making high performance medical instruments, CNC machining often plays a vital role in production. We will now explore just a few segments of medical device manufacturing that rely on CNC machines to produce equipment. At Modern Industries, we are an ISO 9001:2015 certified machining company that has over 75 years of engineering experience. You can contract our team of skilled CNC machine operators to manufacture many of the parts listed below along with other medical device components.
Surgical Instruments
CNC precision machining generates a range of quality surgical tools that healthcare professionals can use for diverse applications. Examples of CNC-machined surgical tools include:
- Cutters
- Forceps
- Handles for blades
- Holders for implants
- Surgical scissors
- Tubing for biopsies
Medical Implants
Medical professionals often require high-quality implants for patients to help maintain their well-being. 3D printing and machining methods like CNC machining help produce these devices for surgeons to utilize in many different procedures, with such examples as:
- Facial reconstruction implants
- Heart valves
- Knee and hip joint implants
- Stents
- Ventricular assist devices (VADs)
Critical Healthcare Equipment
The medical field relies on the precision of CNC machining processes to produce different types of essential equipment, as well as their individual components or housings. Some examples include:
- Heart rate monitors
- Medical testing equipment
- MRI and CT machinery
- Ultrasound components and systems
- Ventilator parts
- X-ray machines
Micromachined Components
CNC machining can also produce micro-components and -tooling for medical device applications such as implants. The small parts that micromachining creates for the medical industry include:
- Catheters
- Parts for pacemakers
- Small implant screws
- Stents
- Systems for drug delivery
When manufacturing parts with micro components, an even higher degree of precision is needed, and only certain CNC machining centers are suited to this work.
Benefits of Using Precision CNC Machining for Medical Devices
Historically, medical devices had to be made using manual machining methods. Unfortunately, even the most skilled manual machinists are limited in the precision they and their equipment can ensure. However, with the advent of CNC machining, the skill of machinists was extended by the precision that programmable multi-axis machining centers provides. The innovation allowed by these advances exemplifies the importance of precision in medical CNC machining. Some of the benefits of CNC machining in the medical product manufacturing process include:
- Enhanced accuracy and uniformity. Regardless of production volume and speed, CNC machining creates products with consistent, precision accuracy in a single batch. You can meet throughput goals and production deadlines without compromising on quality.
- Improved efficiency, speed, and production volume. CNC machines can quickly complete multiple processes at the same time, allowing for higher production volumes along with increased overall efficiency.
- Minimal risk of error. CNC equipment operates on its own once operators program its software and start the machinery. With minimal human intervention, you remove or greatly limit the risk of human error in a process that’s already highly precise.
- 3D printing and prototyping. Using CNC machining, businesses also benefit from reliable 3D modeling and rapid prototyping capabilities to help perfect end products prior to full-scale production.
- Reduced material waste. Unlike manual manufacturing processes, the level of precision in CNC machining helps limit waste generation. This has the added benefit of reducing material costs.
Modern Industries’ Medical CNC Machining Capabilities
Our 350,000 square foot facility houses an extensive array of machining equipment and provides us with the space needed to complete high-volume machining jobs. Below, we will provide a brief outline of our CNC capabilities and mention some of our other skilled manufacturing work that can be involved in our medical device manufacturing work.
- CNC machining. We offer precision CNC machining services utilizing an FMC line comprising four horizontal machining centers and 20 pallet holding stations.
- Swiss CNC machining. Our customers benefit from increased production flexibility, fast tooling changeovers, and material cost reductions with Swiss CNC machining on our Swiss Tsugami B0326-II CNC machine.
- Welding. Our welding services enable us to prepare multiple types, configurations, and sizes of assemblies and fabrications, joining Modern Industries’ components and customer-provided parts like forgings and stampings.
- Grinding. For optimal part finishing, our team uses various grinder equipment such as CNC grinders, centerless grinders, double disk grinders, and Blanchard grinders.
- Assembly and contract manufacturing. We can prepare finished assemblies for customers in diverse industries, enabling you to expand operations without investing in new facility space and machinery or hiring and training new employees.
- Production planning and inventory control. Our Vantage ERP/MRP system is ideal for integrating with your inventory and supply chain management.
Contract Modern Industries for Medical Device Machining and More
From medical device machining and welding to lab testing and beyond, you can contract Modern Industries for an extraordinarily wide range of services. We can successfully machine many common and rare materials and complete both one-off jobs and high-volume production runs. You cannot risk imprecision when having medical device components machined. Our CNC equipment and advanced quality assurance program will ensure your parts are machined precisely as intended.
Now that you have a better understanding of the importance of precision in medical CNC machining, you can contact our team to begin a discussion about your machining needs and request a quote.
