3D Printing in the Medical Field

Amidst the prevailing socio-economic landscape, the significance of the medical industry’s development has magnified, encompassing individual health physiotherapy to the overall national resilience. Every facet of society is intricately linked to the evolution of the medical sector. Consequently, enhancing the efficiency and intelligence of medical treatments has become a prevailing trend in contemporary development.

Since UnionTech’s foray into the medical industry, there has been a steadfast commitment to refining and innovating its technology and products. The widespread application and notable efficacy of UnionTech’s offerings in the medical domain have garnered commendation. Looking ahead, UnionTech remains unwavering in its commitment to its founding principles, pushing forward to chart a new course for the advancement of healthcare both within the nation and globally.

What medical fields can 3D printing technology be applied to?

Medical Model

In contrast to the two-dimensional results generated by conventional medical equipment, the integration of 3D printing technology enables doctors and patients to gain a more intuitive understanding of the specific image of the lesion. The application of this technology not only significantly enhances the efficiency of medical diagnosis but also effectively mitigates the risks associated with surgery, thereby safeguarding the life and health of patients. It can be aptly described as a solution that addresses two critical aspects concurrently.

Rehabilitation Equipment

The integration of 3D printing technology in the medical industry has adeptly fulfilled the individualized customization requirements of patients. By producing tailored and precisely fitting rehabilitation appliances based on the patient’s unique physiological structure, this advancement significantly enhances the patient’s experience and rehabilitation efficiency. It serves as a robust assurance for the development and progress of the medical field.

Medical Devices

The rapid advancement of the current medical industry has resulted in a sudden surge in the demand for related equipment. In contrast to the challenges posed by slow efficiency and a high error rate in traditional production processes, the integration of 3D printing technology has effectively addressed these issues. By ensuring the accuracy of its prototype, it facilitates mass production with ease, thus meeting the escalating demand for equipment in the medical industry.

Medical Implants

In the medical industry, implants find two primary applications: in vivo implantation and in vitro implantation. The integration of 3D printing technology has significantly enhanced the precision and adaptability of in vitro implant production. This technology effortlessly caters to the personalized manufacturing requirements of implant prototypes for patients with various diseases, thereby rendering medical treatment more seamless and worry-free.

UnionTech and teachers and students from Shanghai University collaborated to support the frontline in the battle against COVID-19.

In a critical period marked by the scarcity of medical resources during the intense epidemic, the School of Mechatronics Engineering and Automation at Shanghai University responded promptly to an urgent demand for “goggles” from the hospital. Collaborating swiftly with UnionTech, they utilized 3D printing technology to generate prototypes on the same day, supplying frontline medical staff and contributing within their capacity to combat the epidemic. The high efficiency and precision of UnionTech 3D printing technology have proven to be a dependable assurance for the provision of medical equipment.

UnionTech’s 3D printing technology played a crucial role in facilitating the success of ICKey China’s ‘forehead temperature gun’ product during testing.

On the morning of February 11, 2020, ICKey China received an official commission from the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Economy and Information Technology to develop a handheld body temperature tester for epidemic prevention and control. With the support of UniotTech, the development and testing of the forehead thermometer were successfully completed within ten days, and it was swiftly deployed for use, ensuring an ample supply of medical resources for epidemic control.

UnionTech assisted Indian start-ups in the development of new product applications.

To liberate the blind from the constraints of walking sticks and offer a more convenient guiding experience, an Indian start-up has leveraged UnionTech’s 3D printing technology to develop a wearable blind guide product. This innovative product has effectively replaced the traditional walking stick, bringing positive news to numerous visually impaired individuals. The integration of UnionTech’s 3D printing technology has transformed this creative idea into a tangible reality, aligning with UnionTech’s mission to provide companies with the potential and opportunities for boundless development.

UnionTech empowered 3D printing technology for precise preoperative simulation.

As a leading company in China dedicated to the research, development, and production of medical equipment, Southwest Medical Equipment Co., Ltd., has turned its attention to the realm of 3D printing technology for advancing the preoperative simulation efficacy of customized treatments. To create products with enhanced accuracy and realistic details, the company decisively partnered with UnionTech. Through the utilization of UnionTech’s 3D printing technology, Southwest Medical Equipment aimed to produce higher-quality medical models.

UnionTech empowered 3D printing technology for precise preoperative simulation.

As a leading company in China dedicated to the research, development, and production of medical equipment, Southwest Medical Equipment Co., Ltd., has turned its attention to the realm of 3D printing technology for advancing the preoperative simulation efficacy of customized treatments. To create products with enhanced accuracy and realistic details, the company decisively partnered with UnionTech. Through the utilization of UnionTech’s 3D printing technology, Southwest Medical Equipment aimed to produce higher-quality medical models.

The application of UnionTech’s 3D printing technology in the medical field serves not only as a catalyst for industry development but also as a continuous challenge and transcendence of its own capabilities. Looking ahead, UnionTech remains dedicated to its original intent, mindful of its mission, and committed to ensuring that 3D printing technology brings benefits to an ever-expanding array of fields and audiences.

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PHARYNGOLARYNX
Using Lynxter's S300X - LIQ21 | LIQ11printer, the PASSE project has developed Swall-E, a highly realistic physical simulator that replicates the complex movements of human swallowing. This innovation marks a major step forward in surgical training and personalized medicine

AORTA
By integrating Dynamic Molding into the S300X - LIQ21 | LIQ11 platform, 3Deus Dynamic strategic partnership brings a powerful, solvent-free, supportless 3D printing solution to healthcare enabling complex, high-performance silicone parts.

Human Heart
3D printed in COPSIL 4050

Човешка ръка Human Hand
3D printed in COPSIL 4050

Trachea
Printed in LSR with Dynamic Moulding technology by 3Deus Dynamics

3D-Printed Prosthetics and Orthotics Using Lynxter Technology

By enabling the production of custom-made, skin-safe, and highly flexible components, 3D silicone printing is fundamentally changing the way orthopedic and prosthetic devices are designed and manufactured. It improves patient comfort, shortens production time, and enhances overall functionality.

UPPER LIMB SOCKET
Silicone 3D printing enables custom, skin-safe prosthetic sockets—offering better comfort, hygiene, and fit without traditional molding. Ideal for mechatronic upper-limb prostheses, this innovation streamlines production and empowers patient-centered care.

CUSTOM SILICONE COLLAR
Trinytec and Lynxter use 3D silicone printing to create patient-specific orthopedic collars—improving comfort, fit, and care with faster, more precise manufacturing.

BY ELIMINATING THE CONSTRAINTS ASSOCIATED WITH MOLDING, 3D PRINTING ALLOWS FOR FASTER AND MORE PRECISE CUSTOMIZATION OF PROSTHETIC DEVICES, THEREBY IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF CARE PROVIDED TO PATIENTS.

ERGONOMIC AND MEDICAL DEVICES

Thanks to its flexibility in material selection, Lynxter supports the rapid design and printing cycles required to create ergonomic devices—such as customized camera grips for users with disabilities or silicone orthopedic collars. This allows for rapid refinement and adaptation to the user’s anatomy, significantly improving comfort and ease of use.

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Applications of Scanology Scanners in the Medical Field

SAt SCANOLOGY, the 3D digitization solutions we provide for customers in non-industrial areas fall into two categories: high-precision and true-color 3D digitization. In terms of high precision, the accuracy of our 3D laser scanners can reach up to 0.020 mm, which can help capture every detail of the scanned object. And our true-color 3D solution includes 3D scanning + 3DeVOK mapping, truly realizing highly accurate details and high-definition textures at the same time.

Customized Spinal Orthosis
Compared with traditional plaster treatment, 3D scanning and 3D printing for custom-made spinal orthosis is a much more patient-friendly and effective way to treat spine deformity. By 3D scanning the patient's deformed spine, doctors and technicians will conduct analytic planning based on medical images and 3D scan data, and then start designing the most suitable 3D model. Unlike traditional plasters, these customized spinal orthoses are 100% fit for each patient, and they are lightweight, well-ventilated and normally have better treatment results.

Baby's Plagiocephaly Helmet
Some babies were born with flat head syndrome, which is quite bothering if their parents want a complete correction. The traditional correction helmets are often mass-produced and are not comfortable to wear. Thanks to the help of 3D scanning, we get to find an effective way to improve it. Using a 3D scanner with infrared structured light, such as iReal 2E 3D scanner, the 3D data of the baby's head can be captured completely. The 3D scanned data can be used for designing correction helmets, which can be 3D printed later.

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