Fast-Track Manufacturing – part 2

A Step Beyond Rapid Prototyping As we look back the many manufacturing projects from last year and prepare to launch programs and services for 2017, our thoughts came back to one specific project, with good reason. More than any other year, 2016 showcased the flexibility and adaptability of our engineering and manufacturing departments. Last April,

By |December 28th, 2016|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Fast-Track Manufacturing – part 2

Form and Function With Style

When Case & Tray Artistry Meets Engineering Innovation - Great Things Happen Our Delivery System team it having a banner year, creating eye-catching designs that have such depth and artistry they make you stop and stare. I had a chance to speak with our engineering team and asked how difficult it is to create such

By |October 18th, 2016|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Form and Function With Style

UDI

Are You Ready For UDI Implementation? DCG Technology Makes Compliance Easy The U.S. FDA published its rule for Unique Device Identification (UDI) regulations in the United States. All Class III and Class II medical device manufacturers will be required to implement these new regulations. Our Delivery Systems Division is prepared to ensure that our customers

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Fast-Track Manufacturing

A Step Beyond Rapid Prototyping Our commitment to developing custom solutions for OEMs is based on two distinct factors: 1) customer need and 2) promoting organic growth and the evolution of 5S and Lean Continuous Improvement efforts.  Both have cultivated the kind of diverse and adaptable manufacturing environment that makes offering unique custom solutions possible.

By |April 1st, 2016|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Fast-Track Manufacturing

The Art of Finishing

Creating Custom Solutions to Meet OEM Needs We’ve always said that quality products start with quality relationships. The following additive manufacturing initiative is a testament to that belief. Each additive manufacturing product has its own unique challenges. In some cases, the geometry is difficult to produce using conventional manufacturing methods such as milling, turning or

By |June 10th, 2015|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on The Art of Finishing

Medicraft Now Offers Aesculap® Cases

Expanding Our Services To Complement Existing Capabilities The delivery systems division of Phillips Precision Medicraft announced that it will now offer Aesculap® rigid reusable container systems to extend its capabilities and complement the wide variety of custom cases and trays they manufacture today. For more information, contact our business development team.

By |March 23rd, 2015|Categories: Blog, News|Comments Off on Medicraft Now Offers Aesculap® Cases

A Great Co-Development Story

The APTIS DRUJ Prosthesis Total Joint Replacement Wrist The APTIS DRUJ (Distal Radio-Ulnar Joint) total replacement is a revolutionary implant developed by Dr. Luis Scheker with the support of PPM's engineering group. The Scheker DRUJ prosthesis is the only device that completely replaces all the functions of this joint. Dr. Scheker came to PPI with

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Quality Manager

SUMMARY: The Quality Manager shall complete Quality Assurance projects and recurring responsibilities in furtherance of the creation, implementation, and maintenance of the company Quality System. The primary focus of the Quality Manager shall be to perform the required duties to support the day to day operation of the company Quality System while adhering to ISO

By |December 23rd, 2014|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Quality Manager

Continuous Improvement Update

Lean Manufacturing Methodologies Result in Favorable Purchase Programs for OEMs Continuous improvement efforts continue to evolve and allow us to better serve our customers. By applying value stream methodologies, we are able create capacity for products that meet specific lean manufacturing criteria. Once a product or family of products meets this criteria, it is identified

By |December 16th, 2014|Categories: Blog, News|Comments Off on Continuous Improvement Update

Product Delivered in 48 Hours…Really!

Lean Manufacturing Methodology Leads to Favorable Purchasing Programs for OEMs PPM has always taken a partnership approach with our customers. In doing so, we've been able to continually adapt our business to fit their needs. This year our continuous improvement efforts have resulted in the development of KANBAN pull systems and vendor managed inventory programs

By |August 25th, 2014|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Product Delivered in 48 Hours…Really!

Designing and Engineering Delivery Systems, Cases & Trays – What’s Really Important?

Uncovering the value behind winning partnerships "The one thing we know about delivery systems manufacturing is that all our customers' needs and objectives are very different. However, our overall focus for every customer is the same - cost, creativity, ease of manufacturing and delivery - it all starts here," says Ian Trotman, engineering director. "Our

By |August 22nd, 2014|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Designing and Engineering Delivery Systems, Cases & Trays – What’s Really Important?

Manufacturing/Process Engineer for Implant and Instrument Division

Job Description Summary: Manufacturing/Process Engineer with the ability to work in a fast paced, team oriented, custom manufacturing environment with minimal supervision. Essential Duties: Managing projects from prototype stage through production Solid understanding of GD&T Determining and documenting manufacturing processes with the aid of Cad models and blueprints. Creating and maintaining manufacturing Routers Fixture design

By |June 13th, 2014|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Manufacturing/Process Engineer for Implant and Instrument Division

Punch Press Operator

Job Description Summary: Under the direction of the punch press Supervisor, provide support to the operation and maintenance of the Punch Press department by performing the following duties. Essential Duties: • Responsible for quality parts during Manufacturing. • Overtime, as needed, will be required. Skills Required: • 2nd Shift person with ability to operate and

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CNC Operator

Job Description Summary: Under the direction of the CNC Mill Supervisor, provide support to the operation and maintenance of the CNC Mill department by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for quality parts during Manufacturing. Overtime, as needed, will be required. SKILLS REQUIRED: 2 yrs. experience of CNC Milling. Knowledge of Hass

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Deburring – Finishing Department

Job Description Summary: Under the direction of the finishing Supervisor, provide support to the operation and maintenance of the finishing department by performing the following duties. Essential Duties: • Responsible for quality parts during Manufacturing. • Overtime, as needed, will be required. Skills Required: • Individual with deburring knowledge. Medical sterilization cases and complex components.

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