Introducing Nextern’s New Facility
We’re not just moving offices; we’re investing in the future of our people. This strategic relocation is an effort to consolidate our Minnesota operations under one roof. Together, we are laying the groundwork for a future filled with innovation and collaboration. See facility photos below. Investing in YOU: Our Partners & People Following our values […]
Nextern Makes an Impact at AHA Twin-Cities Heart Walk
Nextern Walks towards Cardiovascular Health At Nextern, we’re not just about innovative medical devices; we care about making an impact towards better solutions for cardiovascular health. Last year was Nextern’s first year taking part in the American Heart Association’s Heart Walk in the Twin Cities. Encouraged by the opportunity to make a tangible difference, […]
How to Leverage IoT in Medical Device Manufacturing
In recent years, the Internet of Things (IoT) has taken the manufacturing industry by storm. Thanks to the intelligent systems that enable users to share data, access information and streamline various processes via cloud operating systems, manufacturing has become increasingly automated and optimized. The medical device manufacturing industry is no exception. As engineers continue to […]
Additive Manufacturing Techniques for Medical Devices
Modern medical device manufacturing utilizes a variety of methods for prototype development and high-quality biomedical products. As device needs become more complex, speed to market becomes essential and parts develop at a higher quality, additive manufacturing has quickly established itself as a standard process for prototype production and medical device manufacturing. Additive manufacturing (AM) is […]
Then and Now: How Medical Device Technology Has Changed in the Last Decade
As new technology emerges and existing technologies improve, so too do the devices and medical instruments that use the technology. Integrating evolving medical device technology enables patients, doctors and other healthcare professionals to access enhanced devices and instruments to further improve patient care. In the last decade, medical device technology has undergone large improvements in […]
Proven Methods for Collaborative Engineering
The modern production industry heavily relies on connected technologies to move projects forward. In fact, the entire global economy is highly dependent on remote collaboration, oftentimes across the globe. Manufacturing and production industries implement robust collaborative engineering capabilities into their processes to manage supply chain demands and streamline the development of products including medical devices […]
Nextern, Inc. Adds NPX Medical as Extension of Medical Device Services
Nextern, Inc. welcomes NPX Medical as new division creators, bringing quality medical device manufacturing and product iteration services to Nextern’s process and partners. Nextern is looking forward to leveraging NPX’s laser-cutting capabilities and metal component specializations to provide an even wider offering of product services and speed-to-market solutions. Decades of Experience NPX Medical has established […]
How Precision Laser Cutting for Medical Devices Elevates Quality
Medical device developers have been using lasers since the 70s. As medical devices have evolved, so have the lasers that create them. Precision laser cutting technology is a standard choice for developers and manufacturers thanks to the reliability, replicability and accuracy of the technology. Furthermore, manufacturing medical devices with laser cutting creates better quality products […]
How Engineering and Operations Work Hand-in-Hand to Tackle Supply Chain Challenges
In 2021, supply chain issues were prevalent across the globe, affecting lead times on all kinds of products, most notably, microchips. Consumers have experienced the infamous chip shortage when trying to purchase cars, computers and more. Nextern’s partners rely on these chips to manufacture and operate medical devices, which raised concerns about medical supplies early […]
How We Incorporate 3D Printing into our Process
The use of 3D printing has become widespread in the last few years. In fact, 3D printing has become so convenient, people are able to print all sorts of things, including phone stands, household tools and replacement parts for around the house. There is even talk about using 3D printers to create organs and other […]