Insights

Medical manufacturers worldwide need to meet rapidly growing demands for increasingly sophisticated medical devices. At the same time, regulators in numerous regions, including the United States and the European Union, are implementing stringent measures to mitigate patient safety risks caused by defective medical equipment. In this complex environment, manufacturers require advanced thermoplastics that leverage next generation material science and address emerging medical industry trends. Envalior has developed a portfolio of advanced material solutions that respond to the challenges the medical industry needs to overcome.

Smart home technology and the Internet of Things (IoT) enhance convenience and security in our lives by enabling us to wirelessly connect to a range of home appliances via our smart devices. The growing adoption of connected living technology is driving transformation in the electrical appliances industry at the same time. Although smart homes are controlled virtually, appliances still require physical connectors to operate. As manufacturers produce more appliances that integrate with smart homes, the demand for smaller connectors with better performance, reliability and userfriendliness is increasing rapidly.

With the trend of integrating more functionalities into plastic parts, laser welding has become increasingly popular. Recently Envalior and LPKF Welding Equipment worked together on solutions that provide the right laser welding process in combination with the right PPA materials. Working solutions have been identified for grades using higher contents of reinforcement, halogen free flame retardancy and even in combination with materials for laser direct structuring (LDS).

Globally, electric energy consumption is expected to double by 2050. This is due in large part to the growth of sustainability focused technologies, including smart grids, electric cars and connected homes. To meet increasing demands and the need for more sustainable power systems, power distribution providers work closely with equipment manufacturers to optimize compact electrical systems – including low voltage switch gears for residential and industrial electrical distribution. Designed to handle more power, low voltage switch gears are highly durable, and better integrate with next-generation electrical distribution technology.

The electric vehicle (EV) market is projected to grow at an annual rate of 20% over the next decade. During the same time period, autonomous vehicles are expected to see 63% annualized growth – largely due to roll-out of 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT). Beyond transportation, IoT offers countless ways to enhance convenience in our lives, including connected homes and automation in workplaces. Widespread adoption of these technologies substantially increases the demand for connectors built into hardware that makes them accessible.

Water heater manufacturers are under pressure to deliver safer, more efficient water heating systems. As regulations tighten and energy costs climb, Envalior’s EcoPaXX®, ForTii®, and Xytron™ thermoplastics help you stay ahead. These lead-free solutions offer the reliability, sustainability, and compliance your customers demand.