Humans have been performing medical procedures since the dawn of time. While the methods have drastically changed throughout the years, practicing medicine will always remain crucial to the survival of people. The implementation of medical devices has really helped shape the healthcare industry. We’ve been using medical devices as far back as 7000 BC, but ... Read moreRead Article

MDI furthers investment in northern Minnesota with new, fully operational polypropylene extruder State-of-the-art extruder at Grand Rapids facility will create jobs, material for totes, trays and boxes Plastics manufacturer MDI today announced that its brand-new, state-of-the-art polypropylene extruder – a machine used to create sheets that are converted in to custom and standard containers – ... Read moreRead Article

When a company creates medical devices for individuals and medical institutions, keeping the user experience (UX) for medical devices at the forefront is critical. Being able to use the machines quickly is vital to the patient’s optimal health. With a complex interface and multiple buttons to choose from, the period between a medical emergency and ... Read moreRead Article

Medical device manufacturers have a mission. Their goal is to deliver quality products that improve health outcomes for patients. Healthcare providers need to feel confident about using these products, which calls for high quality standards when designing and manufacturing medical devices. Medical device manufacturers can achieve this high level of quality by designing and implementing ... Read moreRead Article

Packaging for medical devices is a crucial part of a device’s design, which happens during the last stages of a medical device’s product development process. By respecting medical device packaging standards, you can implement efficient packaging earlier in the process. Doing so can eliminate stress, create a more effective product, remove cost surprises, and minimize ... Read moreRead Article

A medical device is an item that treats, cures, or prevents certain diseases and health conditions. Doctors and medical professionals use them in hospitals and outpatient facilities, and consumers can buy devices to use at home. Since they are so crucial for good health, manufacturers must follow strict medical device labeling requirements, including FDA medical ... Read moreRead Article

Bins, totes and containers: A place for everything Even when you aren’t customizing, it’s worth the effort to make plans to maximize for operational efficiency to total cost of ownership.  Read Article

For the Record with Eric Black, President and CEO, Minnesota Diversified Industries (MDI) Tags: Featured, For The Record, MDI, Thought Leader, Written Interview Eric is an accomplished executive and commercial manufacturing thought leader who joined Minnesota Diversified Industries (MDI) as President & CEO in 2021. In this role, Eric is responsible for all aspects of the $35 Million, 400 plus ... Read moreRead Article

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Rework is a necessary component of production for companies in the business world. Despite enormous investment in high-quality management systems intended to do so, it is doubtful that that will avoid all quality concerns. Rework procedures are necessary, given how complex production processes are becoming due to the worldwide trend toward personalized products. As such, ... Read moreRead Article

Reverse logistics is an important part of modern product sales, but what is a reverse supply chain, and how does all of this work? Here’s everything you should know to understand reverse logistics. What Is Reverse Logistics? Reverse logistics is a specific form of supply chain management that moves physical products from consumers back to ... Read moreRead Article

Running a business involves optimizing the details, saving money, and providing a great product. You should review medical device outsourcing if you have a medical device startup or manufacture them. Medical devices take precision to set up before you send them to others. Mistakes can lead to severe consequences and issues, so you must do ... Read moreRead Article