Requirements in medical technology
In medical technology, cleaning is a documented, reproducible process step within a regulated manufacturing environment. Particulate and filmic residues have to be removed reliably and gently — traceably and without affecting the function or surface of the part.
Suitable processes
Which process fits best depends on the part, the contamination and the batch size — we advise on a technology-neutral basis. Especially for deburring — for example on titanium parts — ACP’s CO₂ snow and PowerSnow blasting is well suited: dry, residue-free and material-friendly. For this industry, the following are particularly relevant:
- Plasma & corona pre-treatment — fine cleaning and surface activation without chemicals
- CO₂ snow blasting — CO₂ snow and PowerSnow blasting (ACP), also for deburring titanium parts
- Ultrasonic cleaning — thorough cleaning of fine geometries and cavities in an immersion bath
- Laser cleaning — selective, contactless removal of defined contamination
- Wet-chemical cleaning — aqueous or solvent-based cleaning, also for oils and greases
Test the process at TeSe
Whether a process meets your industry’s requirements on your actual part is shown by a trial: 1–2 hours of testing free of charge. In-depth feasibility studies: CHF 1’200 per day, 50% creditable against a machine purchase.