Medical and consumables IVD reagent cartridge sealing and bonding: UV-curing structural adhesive case study

Background

An equipment integrator / manufacturer in Medical and consumables needed to sealing and bonding on a IVD reagent cartridge using UV-curing structural adhesive.

Process challenge

High fluid viscosity and resistance causing pneumatic extrusion to lose speed.

Solution

We recommended Screw Valve + Sensor, with adding regulated supply with a drum pump for continuous feed to suppress pressure ripple.

Result

Setup time cut from 40 minutes to under 15 minutes.
Shot volume 0.4 mL with deviation within ±2%.
Cycle time 0.4 s per dot with no stringing or dripping during continuous running.

Project facts

Industry: Medical and consumables
Workpiece: IVD reagent cartridge
Fluid: UV-curing structural adhesive
Process: sealing and bonding
Recommended lines: Screw Valve, Sensor