
Materials will play a prime role in advancing orthopedics, as the industry drives toward device solutions that positively impact patient outcomes, reduce procedural costs and support an aging population. Materials and their corresponding characteristics can significantly impact the efficacy of the devices they are made into and should be considered at the starting point of device manufacturing. Understanding of trends, challenges and changing regulations, will better position you to identify gaps from a materials perspective and allow you to explore opportunities paramount to your device’s evolution.
Carpenter Technology assembled this panel with diversified representation from OEM, contract manufacturing and other industry expertise to cover orthopedic macro trends impacting material needs. The discussion will provide critical insight and practical advice on the impact of EU MDR on medical devices, the emergence of robotic procedures, advancement of additive manufacturing and more.