3D printing in the series production of surgical instruments
In Nicolas Bouduban's presentation, learn how 3D printing is ushering in a new era of innovation in the development and manufacture of surgical instruments. Through rapid prototyping, customization, and scalable production, this technology opens up new opportunities.
3D printing in the series production of surgical instruments: efficiency, precision, and speed
3D printing is revolutionizing the development and production of surgical instruments, particularly through the possibility of efficient, scalable series production. While the technology was originally used for one-off productions and prototypes, it now also enables the cost-efficient manufacture of high-precision instrument series.
A rapid prototyping service reduces production time by up to 75% compared to conventional milling methods. This supports faster design iterations and significantly reduces time to market. Combined with CNC machining, this creates a hybrid manufacturing approach that efficiently produces high-quality metal components.
3D printing really shows its strengths in series production: complex, customized designs can be produced with consistently high quality. The parallel production of multiple variants allows for a flexible response to different surgical requirements.
This means that ergonomically optimized, functionally precise instruments can be produced more quickly and cost-effectively, reaching surgeons more reliably and thus patients more quickly.
Note: This presentation was given in German.
Speaker
Nicolas Bouduban, Swiss m4m Center AG, CEO
