The global market for wearable medical devices is expected to reach nearly $40 billion by , with adhesive tapes playing a crucial role in ensuring the devices stay securely in place. As a medical device manufacturer, you recognize the importance of partnering with top suppliers and raw material sources to give your customers the high-performing, trouble-free products they demand.
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Adhesive tape can make or break the success of your wearable medical devices.
Choosing the right adhesive tape for wearable medical devices is crucial to ensure they stay securely in place as long as you need them to — whether that be for a few hours or a few weeks. JBC Technologies works directly with top medical adhesive tape manufacturers like Berry Global through their Polyken brand, 3M, Avery Dennison Medical , Flexcon, Mactac, and DermaMed so that you can be sure you're getting only the best materials for your medical devices.
Let's learn more about these leading medical adhesive tape suppliers and how together we can work to make sure your wearable medical devices stand out from the crowd — and stay stuck to the wearer.
3M is a global leader in adhesive technology, with a wide range of skin-friendly medical-grade adhesive tapes specially formulated for wearable medical devices and stick-to-skin applications.
3M is a transparent double-sided medical adhesive tape with a non-sensitizing, breathable adhesive formula with excellent adhesion that's gentle on the skin. 3M extended-wear clear transfer medical tape has excellent processability, that's great for medical device attachment.
Avery Dennison has a large portfolio of pressure-sensitive adhesive products, including single-coated, double-coated, self-wound, drape, and transfer tapes for a variety of medical applications, including surgical, ostomy, diagnostics, patient monitoring, wound care, and medical wearables.
Two of their standout tapes for wearable medical devices are MED SI, a single-coated, white, soft, conformable foam tape for stable, repositionable anchoring to the skin, and MED U, a transfer tape with good initial tack and adhesion that performs well with the skin and for mounting of medical devices.
Flexcon is another leading supplier of pressure-sensitive tapes. The Flexcon line of biocompatible dermaFLEX™ tapes offers some excellent options for medical device manufacturing and attachment.
Flexcon dermaFLEX DFM 100, a double-sided tape that offers excellent adhesion, and Flexcon dermaFLEX NNRU 100, a translucent tape that conforms to the skin, offer a secure hold to secure medical devices to the body and provides maximum flexibility and movement.
DermaMed is a trusted supplier of skin-friendly medical tapes known for its ability to deliver tailored adhesive solutions for even the most complex medical device and skin contact applications.
Two excellent options for medical device manufacturing and wearables include DermaMed DM , a single-coated white stretchable polyurethane nonwoven tape with a long-term wear acrylic adhesive, and DermaMed DM , a clear double-sided polyethylene film tape with a medical-grade acrylic adhesive.
Mactac specializes in the development of solvent-free, skin-friendly, pressure-sensitive coated materials. Additionally, each of its medical adhesive tape solutions is custom-engineered according to the specific parameters of the application.
Mactac TM transfer adhesive tape adheres well to various materials and is approved for direct skin contact. Mactac TM , a differential double-coated foam adhesive tape, features Acrysure NextGen medical-grade acrylic adhesive for use on skin and MP899 acrylic adhesive on the device side.
Polyken, a division of Berry Global, is known for its high-performance, highly-engineered pressure-sensitive adhesive tape solutions for medical OEMs and converters.
Their line of medical tapes includes Polyken , a translucent hypoallergenic adhesive transfer tape that bonds well to the skin, and Polyken O Single-Coated Medical Foam Tape (1/32"), a flexible and conformable acrylic foam tape that easily adapts to medical devices and body contours.
Working with a material converter and custom die cutter like JBC Technologies can help medical device manufacturers get the best possible product for their customers. With over 30 years of experience, JBC Technologies can help you find the perfect tape for your wearable medical device.
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As much as we try to avoid injuries, they can still happen to the best of us. Sometimes, all it takes is a small cut or a scrape to throw our day off. Luckily self-adhesive medical tapes are readily available to speed up our healing process and restore our routine promptly.
So, what exactly is a medical tape? Simply put, it is an adhesive tape designed for medical purposes. It has various types, made from different materials depending on the intended use and specific medical application requirements.
The main purpose of medical adhesive tape is to:
Now that we know what medical adhesive tape is, let’s look at the different types of medical adhesive tapes available in the market today.
Medical and surgical procedures require specific types of medical-grade adhesive tapes. Understanding the appropriate skin-safe adhesive for a particular wound or for post-surgical care is essential to speed up the healing process. Here are some of the most common medical adhesives you will find in your local pharmacies:
This medical tape is commonly used due to its thin and gentle-on-skin material. Most paper medical adhesives are microporous, allowing breathability and flexibility to a certain degree. They are often hypoallergenic and recommended for elderly patients. Paper tapes are easily torn, making it convenient to bring on emergency first aid kits.
Made from a woven fabric material, this medical tape is stronger and more durable than paper tape. It is used to secure heavier dressings and immobilize joints. Notably, it is highly resistant to water and sweat. This makes it an ideal choice to tie splints in place when administering first aid for fractures and sprains.
This medical adhesive tape has a soft, foam-like material that provides extra cushioning and support. It is well-suited for securing dressings on areas of the body that experience frequent movements, such as elbows and knees.
This tape is made from a clear, plastic material nearly invisible on the skin. It has skin-safe plastic backings that give it a level of waterproofing. It is commonly utilized to secure dressings on the face or other visible areas of the body.
Now that we know the different types of medical adhesive tapes, let’s talk about how to use them.
Before applying the tape, clean the area around the wound. Thorough cleaning will help prevent infection and ensures that the tape sticks properly. Once the area is clean and dry, select the appropriate type of tape based on the type and location of the wound.
When applying the tape, make sure it’s not too tight or too loose. It should be snug enough to hold the dressing in place, but not so tight that it impedes circulation or causes discomfort. If you’re using cloth tape or foam tape, use scissors to cut it to the right size.
Change the dressing and tape regularly to prevent infection and promote healing. Depending on the severity of the wound, you may need to change it every day or every few days. When removing the tape, be gentle and slow to avoid causing further discomfort or damage to the skin.
Medical tape is a simple yet indispensable tool for anyone who wants to stay prepared for injuries and accidents. By knowing the different types of medical adhesive tapes and how to use them properly, you can help ensure that wounds heal quickly and without complications.
Another crucial way to ensure faster and more effective wound healing is to source your medical adhesive supplies only from a reputable supplier.
DermaMed Coatings Company is the global leading supplier of medical-grade adhesive tapes for the skin. We offer a wide range of products, including woven and non-woven medical tapes, breathable films, absorbents, foam adhesives, transfer adhesives, and polyurethane tapes.
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