Syensqo PEEK polymer enables lightweight and precise orthopedic surgical guide through Brazilian partnership

Syensqo’s high-performance, medical-grade #KetaSpire® PEEK has enabled the development of a new generation of #orthopedic surgical guides made from the advanced polymer. Through a collaboration between #HanischMedical and #TechImport, two leading Brazilian health technology companies, these new guides provide surgeons with a lighter and more #radiotransparent alternative to traditional metal instruments.

For decades, the rigidity and weight of metal have limited the evolution of surgical guides. The new guides, developed in Brazil, are up to 70% lighter than traditional metal versions, while maintaining equivalent strength and durability.

The true revolution lies in the radiotransparency of KetaSpire® PEEK. Unlike metal, this advanced polymer does not interfere with intraoperative imaging such as X-rays, delivering:

Greater precision: Surgeons benefit from a clear, unobstructed view, ensuring exact positioning.

Optimized efficiency: Reduced procedure times and increased surgical confidence.

Enhanced ergonomics: The ultra-light design minimizes surgeon fatigue, which is crucial during lengthy procedures.

Manufactured with #Syensqo’s high quality polymer, the new guides are fully compatible with all major #sterilization methods, including steam, ethylene oxide, and gamma radiation, ensuring reliability and consistent performance in any surgical environment.

According to TechImport’s management, the decision to innovate with KetaSpire® PEEK “was born from the commitment to deliver solutions that truly transform surgical practice.” Hanisch Medical adds, “Our role is to translate advanced engineering into tangible solutions that change lives.”

Supported by Syensqo’s materials expertise, this partnership demonstrates the potential of high-performance polymers to successfully replace metal in critical medical devices, marking a significant step forward in global surgical innovation.

source : Syensqo

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share : Biodegradability is the wrong problem to solve

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share

Stop trying to make plastics disappear.

Academia is currently jumping through every imaginable technical hoop to make biodegradable plastics work.

New catalysts. Fancy polyesters. Enzyme friendly additives. Microbial magic.

But here’s the uncomfortable truth 👇

Biodegradability is the wrong problem to solve.

⚠️ Medical plastics rarely end up in nature they are incinerated for safety.

⚠️ When they do degrade, they release CO₂ and methane – not exactly good for the climate.

⚠️ They suffer from poor shelf life and stability, making them unfit for most uses in medtech.

⚠️ plastic shouldn't need to biodegrade, if they end up in the environment waste management failed.

So we spend years of research just to make materials that…

👉 don't have the performance

👉 can’t be recycled currently

👉 and don’t even solve the environmental problem.

If we truly want impact, the solutions are clear:

♻️ Recycling-compatible design and

🌱 bio-based drop-in polymers with identical performance.

Let’s stop chasing decomposition and start engineering circularity.

👉 Let’s talk about how to make that shift in MedTech.

source : Lucas R. Pianegonda

Sunday's THOUGHTFUL Post : The real measure of wealth isn’t what you keep — it’s what you give.

 Sunday's THOUGHTFUL Post

Warren Buffett turns 95 today — and he’s quietly given away more money than any billionaire in history.

Millions study his investing strategies hoping to mirror his wealth…

but his greatest lessons were never about money.

In his biography The Snowball, Buffett shared this truth:

“The people you spend time with — your friends, your partner, even your coworkers — can shape your future.

If they are kind, honest, and caring, you’ll become more like them.

But if they bring anger or sadness, that pain will follow you too.

It’s better to hang out with people better than you.”

That’s not financial advice.

That’s life mastery.

Back in 1998, speaking to students at the University of Florida, Buffett asked:

“If you could buy 10% of one classmate’s future success, who would you pick?”

He told them not to choose the smartest… but the one with character —

the kind, consistent, humble one.

Because brilliance might open doors, but integrity keeps them open.

Unlike most investors, Buffett never chased the noise of Wall Street.

He stayed in Omaha, where he could think clearly — and live simply.

He still lives in the same modest home he bought in 1958 for $31,500.

Drives a practical car. Eats breakfast from McDonald’s.

And yet he’s promised to give away 99% of his fortune to help others.

Because for Buffett, the real measure of wealth isn’t what you keep —

it’s what you give.

At 95, his fortune continues to compound.

But so does his impact.

The man who mastered money reminds us that the richest life

is built not on possessions — but on purpose, humility, and kindness

source : Gary K.

Ampacet Introduces HyperLustre Collection: Enhancing Packaging with Subtle Luminosity

Ampacet Corporation, a global masterbatch leader, has launched HyperLustre, a new collection of semi-translucent effect colorants designed to elevate the visual appeal of packaging.

HyperLustre is a TiO2-free colorant for PET that creates a refined, pearlescent alternative. This makes it well-suited for applications in hair care, personal care and beauty packaging, where a touch of elegance can make a difference.

“With the HyperLustre Collection, designers can incorporate a sophisticated luxury aesthetic unlike any other effect currently in the market, without utilizing TiO2,” said Mercedes Landazuri, Ampacet Market Insight Manager.

The collection is compatible with PET in blow molding and injection stretch blow molding (ISBM) processes. It features a unique appearance free from traditional effect pigments, supporting efficient production for personal care and beauty applications.

Available in six versatile colorways Cloudstone, Fresh Lichen, Misty Petal, Papaya Breeze, Ocean Whisper, and Obsidian Glow HyperLustre offers options inspired by ephemeral and natural elements.

source :Ampacet

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share : "88% plant based carton"

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share

How to greenwash like a pro:

Lesson # 1

"The 88% plant based, super responsible, renewable packaging for... Water."

I counted 6 misleading claims:

1) "88% plant based carton"

↳ This bottle is actually a mix of plastic, aluminum, and carton

↳ Why don't they say that instead? 🤔

2) The ♻️ visual

↳ this is a legal requirement, but implies recyclability

↳ the reality? TetraPak's recycling rate is 25%

3) "This carton is made from 88% renewable raw materials"

↳ it's wood, ok? FSC certified

↳ do we need to cut down trees to drink water?

5) "This paper is made from trees"

↳ this implies that the whole packaging is just paper

↳ again, no mention of aluminum or plastic

6) "We use sugarcane for our caps to cut down CO2"

↳ that's sweet, but it actually prevents recycling

↳ that sugarcane cap will get landfilled or burned

It took me a while to unpack, and I do this for a living.

So what will a non-expert think, reading this?

This needs to stop.

We need that EU greenwashing law now.

Sorry, but not sorry TetraPak.

Build beyond the buzz. Unlock the real circular solutions.

source : Vojtech Vosecky

#circulareconomy #recycling