Rösler to showcase its Additive Manufacturing finishing solutions at Medical Technology Ireland 2024
September 2, 2024
Rösler Group, headquartered in Untermerzbach, Germany, along with its AM Solutions division, will showcase its mass finishing and shot blasting technologies at Medical Technology Ireland, booth 217. The event is scheduled for September 25–26, 2024, at the Galway Racecourse.
The medical device sector demands impeccable precision and quality, as the components produced directly impact patient outcomes and the functionality of critical healthcare tools. Rösler’s mass finishing and shot blasting solutions are said to be tailored to meet these exacting standards, providing manufacturers with the assurance that their products will meet stringent regulatory requirements.
Colin Spellacy, Sales Director at Rösler, stated, “In an industry where the margin for error is non-existent, our mass finishing and shot blasting solutions offer unparalleled precision and reliability. These processes are integral to ensuring that medical devices achieve the necessary surface integrity, which is crucial for patient safety and product efficacy. Our presence at Medical Technology Ireland underscores our commitment to providing the best finishing technologies that help our clients deliver top-quality medical devices.”
Rösler’s mass finishing technology is able to handle a wide range of materials, including metals, ceramics, and plastics, which are commonly used in medical devices. This versatility is essential, particularly when dealing with complex geometries like those found in orthopaedic implants and surgical tools. Through processes such as tumbling, vibratory finishing, and centrifugal finishing, Rösler works to ensure the most intricate parts receive uniform treatment, eliminating surface imperfections that could harbour bacteria or cause discomfort.
Shot blasting plays a vital role in the preparation and finishing of medical devices. This process is instrumental in cleaning, texturing, and strengthening surfaces, making it ideal for surgical tools and implants. By employing high-velocity abrasive particles, shot blasting ensures that components are free from contaminants, have optimal surface characteristics, and are structurally sound. In the medical industry, where the quality of a surface can affect both the performance and longevity of a device, Rösler believes that its shot blasting technology offers a competitive edge.
Spellacy added, “As the medical industry increasingly turns to Additive Manufacturing, our AM Solutions division is proud to offer best-in-class finishing technologies that address the unique challenges of AM parts. From surface smoothing to precision polishing, our solutions guarantee that every component is fit for its intended use in the healthcare sector.”
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