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When

April 18th, 2024

1:30 - 6:30 PM Conference 

6:30 - 8:00 PM Dinner

Where

Westminster Hall

105 9th Street, Winona Lake

Warsaw, Indiana

Directions to get there

What

In the ever-evolving landscape of the orthopedic implant industry, innovative machining strategies, cutting-edge tools, advanced machines, and precise metrology unite to shape a future where manufacturing is transformed. Do not miss this opportunity to hear about the latest technologies and meet experts in key processes!

A seminar focused on implant manufacturing

Pressure to improve manufacturing is increasing every year. GF Machining Solutions, OPEN MIND Technologies, Seco, ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions and DLyte are five leading companies that are each helping to create the future of implant manufacturing. They are co-sponsoring this conference in which presentations from industry experts will review basic principles and present innovative technologies that address many of the multifaceted challenges faced in the industry. With a focus on improving manufacturing efficiency, key subjects include process stability, automated production, the influence of machine design on device quality, tool design, polishing, and automated inspection. The goal is to provide actionable information to product design, manufacturing, and management professionals working in orthopedics by bringing experts in a range of key technologies to a single venue.

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Agenda

12:30: Opening of the event and welcome coffee

1:30 to 4:00 PM: First session

  • Keynote speech by Ali Madani: Outlook for the orthopedic market
  • Keys to success for milling femoral knees by GF Machining Solutions
  • Computer Aided Manufacturing strategies and techniques for orthopedic devices by OPEN MIND ​Technologies ​​
  • Solid tool design and application in orthopedic devices​ by Seco ​
  • Metrology challenges in orthopedic applications​ by ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions

4:00 to 4:30 PM: Coffee break

4:30 to 6:30 PM: Second session

  • Automatic manufacturing: getting the project done right by GF Machining Solutions
  • Process safety: what it is, why it is important, how to achieve it by OPEN MIND Technologies
  • Innovation through collaboration – tool design as an iterative process by Seco ​​
  • How to use computed tomography in quality inspection by ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions
  • Achieving excellence in implants: advances in polishing and finishing technology by DLyte

6:30 - 8:00 PM: Social moment around a tasty buffet dinner

Keynote speaker: Ali Madani

Outlook for the orthopedic market

Ali Madani is CEO of AVICENNE and has been active in the medical sector since 1990, providing guidance to prominent industry leaders and advising on matters including strategy, marketing, technology, pricing, as well as mergers and acquisitions.

In his keynote speech, Ali Madani will dive into the major trends that surround the evolution of technology and the dynamic landscape of medical devices. Average Selling Prices (ASPs) are facing a relentless downward trajectory, compelling businesses to optimize manufacturing efficiency and maintain competitiveness. Product innovation becomes pivotal in capturing market share and companies must not only keep pace with ASP reductions but also innovate to meet evolving consumer demands. Trends in contract manufacturing have emerged as a strategic avenue, allowing to leverage specialized expertise and scale while mitigating costs.

GF Machining Solutions

A leading provider in precision mechanical and advanced manufacturing systems with Die-sinking and Wire-cutting EDM, high-speed Milling, Laser as well as Tooling and Automation, GF strives for energy-efficient and sustainable manufacturing practices embedded in innovative solutions for various industries.

OPEN MIND Technologies

OPEN MIND develops the innovative hyperMILL® CAD/CAM solution that includes many innovative features for top performance. hyperMILL® provides pioneering CAM technologies: 2.5D, 3D and 5-axis machining, turning strategies and solutions for additive manufacturing.

Seco

From Fagersta, Sweden to a global presence, our business thrives on trust. Seco provides cutting-edge tools and fosters personal partnerships, driving innovation in manufacturing. Proudly supporting makers, inventors, and pioneers, we deliver the right tool or create it if needed, propelling the future.

ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions

ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions is a leading manufacturer of multidimensional metrology solutions. These include coordinate measuring machines, 3D optical and multisensory systems, 3D X-ray technology, microscopy systems for industrial quality assurance as well as metrology software.

DLyte

DLyte revolutionizes metal surface finishing with its DryLyte technology, offering unparalleled dry electropolishing equipment. This patented system automates, streamlines, and standardizes the post-processing of metal parts, delivering exceptional results for even the most challenging metals and alloys in the industry.

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