Polymer Processing

Kensey Nash is an industry leader in the design, development and manufacture of implantable polymer components. With a history of over twenty years processing sensitive absorbable materials, we have built a reputation for providing both high value and high quality products to our customers. We differ from our competitors in that our facility is 100% dedicated to the manufacture of medical devices, which in turn fosters our company-wide focus on quality.  

Materials

Polymers

• Polylactides (PLA) 
• Polyglycolides (PGA) Polycaprolactones (PCL) 
• Trimethylcarbonate (TMC)
• Polyetheretherketone (PEEK)
• Copolymer blends of these materials 

Composites

Custom-blends of polymers with ceramics, fibers or dyes to achieve a more osteoconductive, radiopaque, stronger, or easier to visualize product during implantation. 

Processing Capabilities

We have invested resources and developed a diversified staff of technical experts to become a one-stop vendor for our customers.  Our extensive processing capabilities include:

• Injection molding (vertical and horizontal)
• Insert molding
• Compression molding
• Single and twin screw extrusion,
• Cleanroom machining
• Laser cutting and perforation of films
• Ultrasonic welding  

In-House Analytical and Biomechanical Testing

• Chemical and mechanical analytic test capabilities 
• In vitro degradation and accelerated aging studies
• Shelf life and packaging stability studies 
• Contract testing for design optimization, regulatory submissions, and lot release 

Kensey Nash is registered with the US FDA as a medical device manufacturer. Our quality management system is certified to ISO 13485 and the facility is UKAS accredited.