Two Mesh Technologies for Additional Design Possibilities.
Explore the different properties of precision-woven fabrics and knitted mesh - and how combining both can enable advanced medical application designs.
Combine Properties Within One Component
Some medical component designs require more than one material behavior. Combining woven fabrics and knitted mesh can bring different functions together within one construction.
This can enable:
- Stable and flexible zones in the same construction
- Tailored fluid, air, or blood flow characteristics
- Multilayer solutions for complex medical device designs
- Customized geometries and material combinations
Different Structures. Complementary Strengths.
Woven fabrics and knitted mesh provide distinct functional properties. The appropriate material depends on the requirements of the component and its intended function.
Precision-Woven Fabrics
Precisely controlled structures provide:
- Stable and consistent geometries
- Defined mesh openings
- Dimensional stability
- Reliable and repeatable material properties
Knitted Mesh
Flexible structures provide:
- High flexibility and conformability
- Elasticity where required
- Adaptability to complex geometries
- Versatile three-dimensional structure
Technologies for Combined Constructions
Sefar can process and combine woven fabrics and knitted mesh using different joining and converting technologies. The appropriate process depends on the selected materials, component design, and performance requirements.
Available capabilities include:
- Adhesive lamination
- Point bonding
- Edge bonding
- Precision cutting of layered materials
- Ultrasonic stamping and processing
Our experts support you in selecting the materials and processes suited to your component requirements
Supporting Diverse Medical Applications
Depending on the required function and component design, woven fabrics, knitted mesh, and combined constructions can support a wide range of medical applications, including:
- Wound Care
- Blood Filtration
- Tissue Transport
- Medical Packaging
- Venting Applications
- Other application-specific medical components
Controlled for Medical Development
Sefar combines broad material and manufacturing capabilities with the processes required for medical applications:
- Medical washing and heat setting process
- Biocompatibility testing to ISO 10993
- Converting in an ISO Class 7 Cleanroom
- Laboratory services
- ISO 13485 quality processes and documentation
Request Your Medical Mesh Sample Box
Compare woven and knitted structures and explore how their different properties could support your medical component development. Tell us about your application and the functions you require. Our Medical experts can help you identify the appropriate material, combination, and manufacturing approach.
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SEFAR MEDITEX® KNT White Paper
The Critical Path from Production to Patient Safety. Learn how cleaning, heat setting, testing, and validation influence knitted mesh quality - and what to consider when specifying and qualifying it for medical applications.
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SEFAR MEDITEX® KNT Product Information
Explore SEFAR MEDITEX® KNT medical-grade knitted mesh, including its customizable properties, controlled processing, quality standards, testing, and technical specifications.
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