The medical equipment industry is experiencing huge growth driven by rapid technological advancements, which is increasing focus on healthcare infrastructure, as well as the need for innovation and increased life expectancy. In response, TR Fastenings has enhanced its capacity to support established medical equipment manufacturers and new entrants diversifying into this sector.
With technical expertise, ‘real time’ inventory availability, a wide range of fasteners and an intricate global supply chain, TR has been able to accelerate time to market for its clients. TR not only supplies high-quality fasteners but also manufactures a wide range of its own products, ensuring stringent quality control and enhanced supply chain efficiency. With a global network of manufacturing facilities, TR is committed to supply chain optimisation, reducing lead times and enhancing operational efficiencies for customers.
The company’s in-house engineering expertise also enables the design and production of bespoke fastener solutions tailored to the unique needs of the medical sector, further strengthening TR’s value proposition.
Karol Gregorczyk, global account director at TR Fastenings, underlines: “Although fasteners are typically the smallest components in medical devices, they play an essential role in the assembly, functionality and structural integrity of the equipment. This is why collaborating with a knowledgeable fastener manufacturer early in the design stage can prevent costly redesigns after product launch. TR’s engineers are fully engaged in the design process, making critical recommendations for the interface between the fastener and the medical device.”
TR Fastenings supplies a wide array of products tailored for the medical sector, including fasteners for sheet metal or plastic, stainless steel products which can be used in many medical applications, plastic and rubber hardware, as well as enclosure hardware and castors. These components are integral to a range of vital medical equipment products, including ventilators, medical beds and furniture, ultrasound machines, medical imaging equipment, defibrillators, incubators, medical computer stands, volumetric pumps and infusion devices, vacuum extractors and many others.
Recognising the importance of equipment security in medical settings, TR has also introduced a range of security fasteners designed to prevent tampering and theft. The innovative five lobe pin fasteners, made from corrosion resistant A4-70 stainless steel, feature a unique five sectioned screw head that can only be undone with specialist tools, providing a strong line of defence against unauthorised removal.
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