Precision Machining’s Role in Medical Device Manufacturing

How Demmer Manufacturing Affiliates Provide Quality and Cost Control

The delivery of medical care that saves lives or improves the quality of life for many people with debilitating health conditions has dramatically improved due to advancements in computer-assisted technology. Today’s health care providers have access to sophisticated diagnostic tools like MRI scanners and digital X-ray machines as well as computerized patient treatment options such as automated infusion pumps. These complex devices help physicians and other medical staff deliver effective health care to more patients than ever before without compromising quality. However, these impressive devices are only as reliable as the components they’re built with.

Fortunately, the manufacturing processes for components of high-tech medical devices have also come a long way, thanks to advancements in computer technology. And Demmer Manufacturing is proud to have affiliates in our portfolio that use their precision machining capabilities to deliver high-quality, ultra-durable, and cost-effective parts for electronic medical devices.

Exactly What Is Precision Machining?

Creating the ideal components for any type of industrial equipment requires cutting, milling, turning, and/or shaping raw materials into parts that meet exact specifications. This is a process known as “precision machining.”

The precision machining process starts with decisions about design and the best materials to use to meet the demands of the job. In the case of medical equipment, these materials are often high-grade metals or polymer plastics. The parts must be crafted with an exceptionally high degree of accuracy and minimal variation from specifications to ensure that they will fit into the device they’re designed for and perform as intended. This aspect of machining is referred to as “tight tolerance,” which typically translates into variations of .002 of an inch or less.

Modern precision machining is generally performed by computer numerical control (CNC) equipment, which refers to tools guided by programmed computer software. CNC machining allows multiple subtractive manufacturing tasks to occur with a single set of prompts, thus providing a high level of accuracy while significantly reducing the time and physical labor required to create the components that go into medical devices.

High-Tech Tools in the Hands of Experts

Demmer Manufacturing affiliates have invested in cutting-edge automation equipment, meticulous inspection processes, and staff training to make sure they can provide cost-competitive precision machining solutions without compromising quality. Our affiliates use their high-level capabilities to craft components for biomedical testing instrument systems, automated high-end medical infusion devices, and other health care applications.

Some additional reasons our affiliates stand out in the field of medical equipment machining include:

• High on-time delivery rates with fast turnaround times
• Tight tolerance accuracy of .0002 of an inch or less
• ISO certifications and compliance with global industry standards
• Customized machining setups and inventory management systems that allow them to be highly responsive to customers’ changing needs
• Computer assistance used in every facet of their processes, including scheduling

All of this translates into ultra-efficient and reliable results while ensuring high-quality standards and competitive pricing.

Demmer Manufacturing supports the growth of our portfolio companies by investing in their technology, infrastructure, and people. Visit our portfolio page to learn more about our family of affiliates. From there, you can access links to our affiliates’ websites to see how they use precision machining to support technological advancements in medical devices while keeping costs down.