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  What Is Orbital Reconstruction? Orbital trauma (trauma to the facial bone structure) can happen due to injuries, benign and malignant tumors, or infectious diseases. In the case of tumors where bone extraction may be necessary, replacing the bone in the orbital region does not usually cause deformity. However, in cases where significant bony material is lost or extracted, surgeons have typically used bone grafting to restore facial form and... Read More

Celazole® U-Series and Duratron® PBI Take the Heat in Any Extreme Application Every medical innovation begins with design and manufacturing. Before a small spinal implant goes to the patient, it must meet strict universal industry standards for safety, handling, and product consistency. Afterall, a failure in a medical device can have serious repercussions for not only the health and safety of end users, but also loss of credibility and resources... Read More

A Universal Standard of Safety and Quality Every medical innovation begins with design and manufacturing. Before a small spinal implant goes to the patient, it must meet strict universal industry standards for safety, handling, and product consistency. Afterall, a failure in a medical device can have serious repercussions for not only the health and safety of end users, but also loss of credibility and resources for a manufacturer.   That’s... Read More

When the Heat Is on, These High-Temperature Plastics Perform Under Pressure Vespel®, Torlon® and, polyimide-based plastics are all part of a class of materials known as high-performance plastics. These plastics are characterized by their excellent mechanical and thermal properties, as well as their resistance to chemical attack.   Vespel® is a registered trademark of DuPont, and their material is often used in applications where extremely high temperatures are involved. Torlon®... Read More

Push the Boundaries of High Performance and Sustainability With Precision Polyimides When it comes to choosing a polymer for critical applications, there is no room for compromise. You need a material that can withstand the most challenging conditions while still providing the performance you need. For extreme environments, there is no better choice than DuPont’s Vespel® polyimide. This unique polymer has been proven to exceed the performance of other materials... Read More