Medical and Healthcare

The use of plastics in the medical and healthcare industry has been steadily increasing. Their growing preference is driven by key advantages such as product variety, easy sterilization, flexibility, low cost, light weight, durability, chemical resistance, and compatibility with other materials. Thanks to these properties, plastics have replaced metals in many medical applications.

In nuclear medicine and operating rooms, boron-filled plastic materials have been specially developed to block harmful radiation emitted by medical devices, ensuring safety and reliability in sensitive environments.

Advantages:

• Excellent wear resistance
• Autoclavability
• Availability of biocompatible grades for internal body applications
• High machining precision
• Hygienic and sterilization-resistant
• Lightweight and easy to process

Applications:

• Laboratory equipment
• Pharmaceutical bottling and conveyor systems
• Components requiring temporary or permanent body contact
• Implants and prosthetic parts
• Sterilization systems and devices

Implant Materials

Polyetheretherketone [PEEK]

PEEK is a high-performance, biocompatible thermoplastic used in implants exposed to high mechanical loads. Typical applications include spinal fusion cages, suture anchors, craniomaxillofacial reconstruction, total knee replacements, and dental restorations such as crowns, bridges, and frameworks.

Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene [UHMW-PE]

UHMW-PE is a premium medical-grade thermoplastic used as an articulating liner in hip, knee, and shoulder prostheses. It offers outstanding physical and mechanical properties with high cleanliness and consistency.

Life Science Grade (Biocompatible) Materials

Polyetheretherketone [PEEK- Life Science Grade]

Life Science Grade PEEK materials are produced from pure or carbon-fiber-reinforced PEEK resins, offering excellent mechanical strength, stiffness, and chemical resistance. Tested according to USP Class VI and ISO 10993 standards, they are suitable for safe tissue contact ranging from 24 hours to 30 days. They are used in dental, bioprocess, and food-related applications and are approved by both the FDA and EU. They also withstand repeated sterilization cycles by all common methods.

Polyphenylsulfone [PPSU]

Life Science Grade PPSU materials provide excellent hydrolysis resistance, making them ideal for repeated steam autoclaving and hot washing. Tested according to USP Class VI and ISO 10993 standards, they are suitable for medical, bioprocess, and temporary implant applications.

Polypropylene Homopolymer [PP-H]

Life Science Grade PP-H materials are tested according to USP Class VI and ISO 10993 standards. They feature low extractables, zero moisture absorption, and excellent chemical resistance. Heat-stabilized versions withstand steam sterilization and disinfectants, making them ideal for external medical applications.