Application of Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) in Medical Field

If there's one key industry that has taken on even greater importance during this pandemic, it's the healthcare system and how it continues to support the nation's recovery

Responses have varied around the world - but the changing, creative demand for biomedical supplies and textiles, especially protective clothing, is a global story, with new demands prompting greater involvement from various manufacturers

Thermoplastic Polyurethane (or TPU ) is widely known in the medical industry for its advanced applications in various medical products and used in specified scenarios

Spotlight on TPU

Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) is a rubber-like material with a range of beneficial properties that make it ideal for materials engineering

The material's properties go beyond standard market requirements and are key in innovative product designs, such as enhanced strength

Permali's Tuftane TPU film grades are blended from polyester or polyether aromatic PU polymer technology

Manufacturing TPUs for the Medical Market

Materials science can accelerate product innovation while complying with a variety of increasingly stringent safety regulations

Permali's Tuftane TPU films allow manufacturers to organize, convert and process plastic and rubber materials using traditional techniques

At the regulatory level, the scope of regulation is broader, such as the EU's 93/42/EEC Directive, as well as national regulations

Biocompatibility Statement

Medical devices undergo rigorous safety testing to ensure they are suitable for use in hospital environments

Biomedical products are produced under strict safety regulations and play a role in a range of professional and consumer healthcare markets

Medical applications of TPU

TPU films have been specified as materials by leading manufacturers of pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, hospital equipment, biomedical equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) for medical personnel

TPU is specified for many markets due to its high performance properties, and medical care applications can range from artificial heart parts, blood bags to isolation tents in hospitals

Specifically, polyurethane has a reputation for outperforming other materials in these demanding environments

Medical staff benefit from TPU

Protective equipment and supply shortages have become a familiar headline during the pandemic

Manufacturers use TPU solutions in personal protective equipment such as protective films in the UK and Europe

Whether it's a patient or staff safety product, TPUs have been valuable in advancing product design and helping the medical market innovate its devices and appliances when it comes to solving challenging health crises
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Going forward, material design is a starting point for innovative product design that can help markets evolve and overcome challenges
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