In this episode, we chat with Ken, Head of Growth and Innovation at Covestro, a leading company in the development of polycarbonate and thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) products. We delve into Covestro's rich history, from its origins as part of Bayer to its expansion through strategic acquisitions in Europe and North America.

We explore the unique properties and versatile applications of TPU, highlighting its use in inflatables, medical devices, bulletproof glazing, and advanced wound dressings. Ken shares insights into Covestro's ongoing innovation efforts in the printed flexible electronics market and their collaborative approach with partners to develop and demonstrate TPU applications.

In this episode, we chat with Peter Panneri, Business and Product Manager of Ryandra Inc., a subsidiary of Tapecon, specializing in cohesive tape solutions for medical tube set manufacturers.

Ryandra provides cohesive tape and tape dispensers to buyers, engineers, and marketing leaders who rely on them to improve product designs and simplify their processes. We explore the history of cohesive tape, its role in the medical industry, and how Ryandra's cohesive tape differentiates itself by offering added value beyond the tape itself.

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Bringing a product to market is challenging. Having confidence in your contract manufacturing partner is critical.

Tapecon works with product teams to improve your market competitiveness by manufacturing functional graphics, materials, and complete products to improve look, feel, and usability. 

Tapecon is a trusted partner of OEM contract manufacturing. We work with product teams to manufacture prototypes, components, assemblies and provide full production services involving custom materials converting and specialized application printing.

Our extensive application engineering experience and collaborative partnerships enable us to assist in materials selection and process design for cost-effective functionality, performance, and reliability for medical, electronics, and industrial industries.

Website - https://tapecon.com/

In this episode, we chat with Cameron Bell, Design and Application Engineer at Delta ModTech, a long-term machine collaboration partner of Tapecon. We discuss the Delta-Tapecon collaboration, focusing on their joint capabilities in supporting the production and commercialization of medical wearables.

We also explore Delta’s advanced validation services, which help companies meet regulatory compliance requirements. To wrap up, we share an exciting preview of an upcoming trade show collaboration between Delta ModTech and Tapecon, where they'll showcase their innovative solutions for the medical device and wearable technology industries.

In this episode, we chat with Michelle Bonn, Chief Executive Officer at Compliance Team, offering FDA Regulatory, compliance, and engineering services for the life sciences, and biotech industries. In this episode, we discuss the critical role of quality agreements and the clear definition of intended use in medical device manufacturing.

In this episode, we chat with David Liebl, Chief Commercial and Technology Officer at Intricon, about the latest in wearable healthcare sensors. We discuss current trends, industry priorities, and how these innovative wearables are brought to market. Join us for a glimpse into the future of healthcare technology.

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Bringing a product to market is challenging. Having confidence in your contract manufacturing partner is critical.

Tapecon works with product teams to improve your market competitiveness by manufacturing functional graphics, materials, and complete products to improve look, feel, and usability. 

Tapecon is a trusted partner of OEM contract manufacturing. We work with product teams to manufacture prototypes, components, assemblies and provide full production services involving custom materials converting and specialized application printing.

Our extensive application engineering experience and collaborative partnerships enable us to assist in materials selection and process design for cost-effective functionality, performance, and reliability for medical, electronics, and industrial industries.

Website - https://tapecon.com/

In this episode, we spoke with John Burgoon, medical sales manager for Mativ. Mativ manufactures advanced medical materials, composites, and skin-friendly adhesives. We discussed wound therapy construction, customization, and how Tapecon helps bring prototypes to scalable production. John also discusses customization options, Mativ’s sustainability efforts, and future wound care technologies. 

In Episode 19, we had a great conversation about printed sensors with Brad Hull, Printed Electronic Solutions Business Unit Director here at Tapecon. In this episode, we discuss the evolution and future of sensors, printed electronics, flexible hybrid electronics, portable healthcare wearables, and consumer electronics.

In this episode of our podcast, we spoke with John Crosby, Vice President of Operations at Grand Rapids Label (GR Label). We discussed GR Label’s journey toward zero-landfill, including the impetus, measures of success, reactions of suppliers and potential employees, and mentorship from other companies.   

In this episode, we spoke with Aditi Subramanian, Strategic Business Unit Manager for the Healthcare side at FLEXcon. We discussed how OMNI-WAVE™, a revolutionary biosensing technology, eliminates the need for hydrogel in medical diagnostic and therapeutic wearable devices. Aditi also explained OMNI-WAVE’s benefits, applications, and testing standards, and how it is a roadmap for FLEXcon’s future in the healthcare space.