Converter's Corner

The Anatomy of a Medical Grade Pressure Sensitive Adhesive

Not all medical-grade pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) are created equal. The adhesive that holds a continuous glucose monitor securely in place for weeks might fail in a wound dressing application requiring gentle adhesion and repositionability. Selecting the right PSA tape for your wearable medical device is paramount. This guide breaks down the nuances of PSA tape construction and helps you navigate these sticky challenges with confidence.

JBC Technologies Receives ISO 13485:2016 Certification

JBC Technologies is proud to announce that our Elk Grove, IL facility has achieved ISO 13485:2016 accreditation! This certification underscores our unwavering commitment to quality, ensuring the utmost quality to our many customers in the medical industry. Learn how this milestone enhances our ability to deliver custom-engineered solutions for wearable medical device components, wound care, diagnostics, and more.

JBC Technologies to Exhibit at MD&M West 2025

JBC Technologies is excited to announce that we will be exhibiting at MD&M West 2025 in Anaheim, California this February 4-6! Visit us at Booth 618 to learn about the many different custom die-cut solutions we provide for the medical industry.

Navigating FDA Classifications: A Guide to Cleanroom Requirements for Medical Devices

Understanding which FDA Classification your medical device falls under is a crucial step in deciding which cleanroom environment is right for your project. This blog breaks down each of the FDA classifications, and how they play into cleanroom selection.

Wearable Technology: Design for Manufacturing Tips

Whether it's die-cut medical tape or other components for use in other wearable medical technology, asking the right questions early allows you to deal with the most important constraints at the forefront of the engineering process to save you time, money, and grey hairs later in production. Manufacturers may not always be aware of what questions to ask, and what important design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA)considerations to keep in mind.

Material Spotlight: Rogers BISCO® MS-1600 Series Medical Solid Silicone

As part of JBC Technologies’ material spotlight series, today, we are highlighting Rogers Corporation BISCO® MS-1600, a premium medical-grade silicone intended for use in a variety of life science applications.