Poly-Med, Inc. provides fully traceable, implant-grade materials that may be used in injection molding processing to form solid parts, extrusion to form multifilament yarns, monofilament fibers, films, & 3D printing filaments, and electrospun into nanofibrous materials. Our bioresorbable polymers are manufactured in a cGMP-compliant facility and under an ISO 13485-certified quality system.
Bioresorbable polymers, also known as bioabsorbable polymers, are synthetic materials that can be utilized in both melt-facilitated or solvent-facilitated processing to create implantable medical devices.
Poly-Med supplies our polymers as raw materials for use in injection molding, film extrusion, and tube extrusion processing. We also supply our polymers in construct format for monofilament & multifilament fibers, knitted meshes, braided sutures, electrospun fabrics, or 3D printed parts. Contact Poly-Med today for a free consultation for selecting the most appropriate polymer for your next generation bioresorbable medical device.
Our materials offer distinct advantages through their unique attributes, based on their chemical composition and mechanical properties.
Max-Prene® 955
PGLA-based linear random copolymer exhibiting the highest strength profile and fastest degradation timeline.
Note: Mechanical properties listed are not specifications for the polymer materials. Degradation depends on processing, physiological environment, and anatomical location.
Glycoprene® 935
PGA/TMC/ε-CAP-based polyaxial block copolymer providing similar performance to PGLA polymers, but with improved strength retention & toughness.
Note: Mechanical properties listed are not specifications for the polymer materials. Degradation depends on processing, physiological environment, and anatomical location.
Glycoprene® 7424
PGA/TMC/ε-CAP-based polyaxial block copolymer with significant flexibility and toughness that degrades on a short timeline.
Note: Mechanical properties listed are not specifications for the polymer materials. Degradation depends on processing, physiological environment, and anatomical location.
Strataprene® 5525
Strataprene® 5525 polymer is derived from a polyaxial block copolymer with elastic-like behavior, higher elongation, higher toughness, and lower modulus compared to standard PGLA, PLCL, or PLLA polymers.
Note: Mechanical properties listed are not specifications for the polymer materials. Degradation depends on processing, physiological environment, and anatomical location.
Dioxaprene® 100M
PDO-based linear homopolymer that provides the recognized performance of dioxanone-based polymers. Polydioxanone polymers are utilized for their extended strength retention, coupled with flexibility.
Note: Degradation depends on processing, physiological environment, and anatomical location. Mechanical properties listed are not specifications for the polymer materials.
Lactoprene® 7415
PLLA/TMC/ε-CAP block copolymer that has similar initial strength to PDO, but exhibits ~2X longer strength & mass retention.
Note: Degradation depends on processing, physiological environment, and anatomical location. Mechanical properties listed are not specifications for the polymer materials.
Lactoprene® 8812
PLLA/TMC-based block copolymer that provides long-lasting performance and strength similar to PLLA-based polymers.
Note: Degradation depends on processing, physiological environment, and anatomical location. Mechanical properties listed are not specifications for the polymer materials.
Lactoprene® HMX
Lactide-based copolymer that provides long-lasting performance with significantly greater stiffness than PEEK, PLLA, & PLGA.
Note: Degradation depends on processing, physiological environment, and anatomical location. Mechanical properties listed are not specifications for the polymer materials.
We support client medical device ideas with advanced absorbable materials and processing.
Absorbable polymers can transform the healing process by temporarily restoring functionality in targeted areas. After use, they resorb within the body without a trace, minimizing the need for follow up surgical procedures.
Our polymers can be extruded into monofilament fibers, multifilament yarns, or films as inputs into biomedical textile applications. Don’t design for a filament, select the filament for your design.
Our polymers can be constructed into a variety of fibrous articles and medical textiles. More polymers equal more responsive designs, with better outcomes. Don’t design for a polymer, select the polymer for your design.
Regenerative scaffolds aim to mimic the physical, chemical, mechanical, and biological cues observed in a normal tissue environment. This technology can be tailored to partially, or fully, absorb during the healing process.
Create lattice-based architectures with 3D-printed absorbable implants via filament-based and resin-based approaches that are inaccessible via injection molding.
Our approach yields consistent quality, consistent results, and a consistent product in a faster timeline.
Our Design & Development process supports our customers from concept through manufacturing.
We produce an array of absorbable products, from polymer to finished medical devices, in an ISO-certified environment.
Analytical characterization is a cornerstone of our business and how we help our clients assess absorbable materials.
Our quality management system and ISO 13485 certification are keys to our quality-controlled methodology.
Looking for more information for designing your next-generation absorbable medical device? View this webinar where Poly-Med’s CTO provides an overview of absorbable polymers, use cases of these materials, & items to consider during your development effort.
Looking for a trustworthy & competent partner to co-create and manufacture your next-generation absorbable implant? Contact our team to speak to an expert.
We provide an adaptable approach to customer needs for any medical application. How can we help you?
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We provide an adaptable approach to customer needs for any medical application. How can we help you?
We provide an adaptable approach to customer needs for any medical application. How can we help you?
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