Hydromer, Inc., a company with over 40 years of experience in hydrophilic, thromboresistant and antimicrobial coating technologies, has announced its expansion into manufacturing automated high-speed coating and UV curing equipment. This strategic move allows the company to offer medical device manufacturers a comprehensive, end-to-end solution that integrates proprietary coatings with high-performance machinery.
The expansion addresses critical needs in medical device manufacturing by enabling manufacturers to correlate process parameters directly with performance outcomes. This capability supports compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA Quality System Regulations (21 CFR Part 820), which are essential for bringing medical devices to market. The integrated platform eliminates technical barriers that previously existed when manufacturers had to source coatings and equipment from different suppliers.
Michael Torti, CEO of Hydromer, emphasized the strategic importance of this expansion. "By manufacturing and supplying the equipment used to apply our industry-leading hydrophilic coatings, we eliminate technical barriers and help our clients reduce time to market while maintaining the highest standards of quality and regulatory confidence," Torti stated. This approach allows Hydromer to control the entire application process, ensuring consistency and reliability in coating performance.
The company's expanded equipment platform includes three key systems: hydrophilic coating equipment that delivers uniform coating application and UV curing with minimal manual intervention; an automated high-throughput coating system that is modular and designed to be operated by a single operator to increase production rates; and friction testing equipment for precise lubricity measurements to support performance evaluation and quality control. These systems work together to create a streamlined manufacturing process that reduces reliance on manual labor while improving consistency.
This expansion is significant for the medical device industry as it addresses growing demands for efficiency and regulatory compliance. Medical device manufacturers face increasing pressure to reduce time to market while maintaining stringent quality standards. Hydromer's integrated solution provides manufacturers with a single source for both coatings and application equipment, simplifying the supply chain and reducing potential compatibility issues. The company's long-standing expertise in coating technologies, combined with its new equipment manufacturing capabilities, positions it uniquely to serve the evolving needs of the global medical device market. The original announcement can be viewed on www.newmediawire.com.
