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Medical Enclosure Surface Finishing: Painting, Texturing, Printing and When Each Matters
Materials & Processes

Medical Enclosure Surface Finishing: Painting, Texturing, Printing and When Each Matters

Introduction Medical enclosure surface finishing is not only about appearance. The right finish can affect how an enclosure looks, feels, is cleaned, identified and maintained throughout its service life. Painting can provide a defined color and appearance, while texturing can change the surface feel and make minor fingerprints or wear less noticeable. Screen printing and […]
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Aluminum vs Plastic Medical Device Enclosures: Which Should You Choose?
Materials & Processes

Aluminum vs Plastic Medical Device Enclosures: Which Should You Choose?

Choosing between aluminum and plastic is one of the most important early decisions when developing a custom medical device enclosure. The right choice affects structural strength, weight, thermal performance, appearance, manufacturing cost, assembly and production scalability. It can also affect how easily the enclosure can accommodate displays, connectors, fans, internal frames and other components. There […]
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