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Freudenberg Medical Innovates with Advanced Hypotube Coating Automation

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Freudenberg Medical , a global CDMO for finished medical devices, components, and minimally invasive solutions, has amplified its production capacity by introducing an innovative coating process for hypotubes .

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  • Freudenberg Medical , a global CDMO for finished medical devices, components, and minimally invasive solutions, has amplified its production capacity by introducing an innovative coating process for hypotubes .
  • By embracing automation, Freudenberg not only meets expanding customer requirements but also delivers marked improvements in operator health and safety, and environmental protection.
  • Sealing their commitment to continuous innovation and sustainability, Freudenberg Medical’s Galway facility has recently received a nomination for the Freudenberg Group’s “We All Take Care” award, celebrating advancements in the hypotube manufacturing process.
  • Steven Langan, General Manager, stated, “In line with Freudenberg’s enduring commitment to innovation and sustainability, we are thrilled to roll out our cutting-edge automated hypotube coating process.

Ascend Elements to Engineer Sustainable Cathode Active Material (CAM) for Freudenberg e-Power Systems

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

WESTBOROUGH, Mass., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Heavy-duty electric trucks, buses, and maritime vessels in North America and Europe may soon be powered by recycled battery materials. Ascend Elements, a U.S.-based manufacturer of sustainable, engineered battery materials, today announced a contract to engineer sustainable cathode active material (CAM) for Freudenberg e-Power Systems. At their XALT Energy battery plant in Midland, Mich., Freudenberg manufactures battery cell, pack, and system solutions for applications with particularly high performance requirements for lifetime, charge time, and safety. These solutions are suitable for marine, fuel cell hybrid, heavy duty commercial transportation, and other specialty electrification applications.

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  • Ascend Elements , a U.S.-based manufacturer of sustainable, engineered battery materials, today announced a contract to engineer sustainable cathode active material (CAM) for Freudenberg e-Power Systems .
  • Under the terms of the agreement, Ascend Elements will design a custom-engineered NMC cathode material to meet Freudenberg's precise specifications.
  • Incorporating Ascend Elements' recycled cathode material into our high-performance cell design reduces environmental impact while ensuring the highest product quality and exceptional lifetime," explained Max Kley, CEO of Freudenberg e-Power Systems.
  • It's all how you engineer the cathode material," said CEO Mike O'Kronley of Ascend Elements.

ROCTOOL: Freudenberg e-Power Systems sign a strategic agreement with Roctool for new Fuel Cell applications

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

After more than 2 years of engineering studies and technology evaluation, Freudenberg has selected Roctool technology for its innovative fuel cell manufacturing initiatives, dedicated to hydrogen technologies.

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  • After more than 2 years of engineering studies and technology evaluation, Freudenberg has selected Roctool technology for its innovative fuel cell manufacturing initiatives, dedicated to hydrogen technologies.
  • Roctool patented induction heating technology provides unique heating capabilities and will support Freudenberg’s ongoing innovative fuel cell projects, aiming for a sustainable manufacturing method.
  • We are proud to be selected with our heating technologies and look forward to supporting Freudenberg and their new fuel cell products for the years to come.
  • Sustainable applications are Roctool priority today” says Mathieu Boulanger, Roctool CEO.

Freudenberg e-Power Systems and LG Energy Solution sign long-term supply partnership for battery cell modules

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Thursday, February 2, 2023

The partnership covers the supply of lithium-ion battery cell modules, whose properties make them particularly suitable for use in commercial vehicles.

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  • The partnership covers the supply of lithium-ion battery cell modules, whose properties make them particularly suitable for use in commercial vehicles.
  • The battery cell modules will be assembled at Freudenberg e-Power Systems' XALT gigafactory in Midland, Michigan, USA.
  • "The partnership with LG Energy Solution enhances our leading battery offering for the bus and truck market," explains Dr. Max Kley, CEO of Freudenberg e-Power Systems.
  • Its competence and innovative strength in both battery and fuel cell technologies distinguish Freudenberg e-Power Systems as a pioneer of electromobility in the heavy-duty sector.

Freudenberg Medical Expands Handle Design Center of Excellence

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Freudenberg Medical, a global developer and manufacturer of finished medical devices, components, and minimally invasive solutions for the medical device industry, has expanded industrial design and human factors engineering through the launch of a Handle Design Center of Excellence (CoE) in Jeffersonville, Indiana.

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  • Freudenberg Medical, a global developer and manufacturer of finished medical devices, components, and minimally invasive solutions for the medical device industry, has expanded industrial design and human factors engineering through the launch of a Handle Design Center of Excellence (CoE) in Jeffersonville, Indiana.
  • With the expanded Handle Design CoE, Freudenberg has centralized handle design and development efforts in one location, with the intent to increase the speed of iterations for prototypes and to unify handle learnings across the organization.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221012005489/en/
    Freudenberg Medical Handle Center of Excellence in Indiana (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Freudenberg Medicals Handle Design Center of Excellence unifies in-house capabilities to design and iterate ergonomically focused handles with development of manufacturable functional mechanisms.
  • Freudenberg Medical, part of the Freudenberg Group , is an innovative manufacturer of medical devices, components, and product solutions for the global medical device and biopharmaceutical market.

Freudenberg Medical Launches HelixFlex™ TPE Tubing at Bioprocess International Conference

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Freudenberg Medical , a manufacturer of medical and pharmaceutical devices, components and tubing, has introduced HelixFlex, a high purity thermoplastic elastomer TPE tubing designed for use in biopharmaceutical fluid transfer applications.

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  • Freudenberg Medical , a manufacturer of medical and pharmaceutical devices, components and tubing, has introduced HelixFlex, a high purity thermoplastic elastomer TPE tubing designed for use in biopharmaceutical fluid transfer applications.
  • TPE tubing from Freudenberg also offers many different sterilization options including autoclave, gamma irradiation, x-ray, and e-beam.
  • Additionally, TPE tubing is a more environmentally friendly option than silicone and can be recycled.
  • Learn more about HelixFlex TPE Tubing
    Visit Freudenberg Medical at Bioprocess International Conference & Exhibition 2022 in Boston, Sept 28-30 - Booth 636
    Freudenberg Medical is a global partner for the design, development and manufacture of innovative medical devices, components, and pharmaceutical tubing.

AIAG Supports Rapidly Evolving Supply Chain With 40 Years of Industry Collaboration

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022

With more than 4,400 member companies, AIAG is one of the largest and most diverse global, automotive-focused OEM and supplier networks in the industry.

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  • With more than 4,400 member companies, AIAG is one of the largest and most diverse global, automotive-focused OEM and supplier networks in the industry.
  • Annually, over 900 volunteers provide subject matter expertise to AIAG industry initiatives in the areas of manufacturing quality, supply chain, and corporate responsibility.
  • Free membership for small companies ensures that AIAGs industry-developed standards, best practices, and tools are implemented across the entire supply chain.
  • Recognizing the need to reduce risk for all members of the supply chain has certainly attributed to AIAG's resiliency as an organization.

Freudenberg Medical Launches HelixFlex™ TPE Tubing for Bioprocessing Applications at Pharmapack 2022

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

Freudenberg Medical , a manufacturer of medical and pharmaceutical devices, components and tubing, has introduced HelixFlex, a high purity thermoplastic elastomer TPE tubing designed for use in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical applications.

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  • Freudenberg Medical , a manufacturer of medical and pharmaceutical devices, components and tubing, has introduced HelixFlex, a high purity thermoplastic elastomer TPE tubing designed for use in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical applications.
  • TPE tubing from Freudenberg also offers many different sterilization options including autoclave, gamma irradiation, x-ray, and e-beam.
  • HelixFlex is the next critical milestone in that endeavor, but we promise more news to come soon from Freudenberg Medical.
  • Visit Freudenberg Medical at Pharmapack 2022 in Paris, May 18-19, Booth H30
    Freudenberg Medical is a global partner for the design, development and manufacture of innovative medical devices, components, and pharmaceutical tubing.

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies Named 2022 Automotive News PACE Award Finalist

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Thursday, April 21, 2022

WEINHEIM, Germany, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, a global sealing and electric mobility solutions supplier, was named a finalist for the 2022 Automotive News PACE Award for its DIAvent Highflow Pressure Compensation Valve. DIAvent Highflow's multi-function technology has changed the battery safety landscape by combining pressure equalization and emergency degassing functions into a single, sophisticated, reversible battery component.

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  • WEINHEIM, Germany, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, a global sealing and electric mobility solutions supplier, was named a finalist for the 2022 Automotive News PACE Award for its DIAvent Highflow Pressure Compensation Valve.
  • "We are delighted and proud to be named as an Automotive News PACE Award finalist," said Matthew Chapman, President, Global Automotive Sales, Freudenberg Sealing Technologies.
  • For 28 years, the Automotive News PACE program has honored superior innovation, technological advancement and business performance among automotive suppliers.
  • Freudenberg Sealing Technologies is a longstanding technology expert and market leader for sophisticated and novel applications in sealing technology and electric mobility solutions worldwide.

Freudenberg Medical Operations Worldwide Now ISO 14001 Certified

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

Freudenberg Medical has achieved ISO 14001 certification for all eleven sites in the United States, Costa Rica, Germany, Ireland, and China.

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  • Freudenberg Medical has achieved ISO 14001 certification for all eleven sites in the United States, Costa Rica, Germany, Ireland, and China.
  • The certification confirms that all Freudenberg Medical operations worldwide meet the highest standards for environmental management and show a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental protection.
  • Freudenberg Medical is a leader in sustainable manufacturing for the medical device and pharmaceutical industry.
  • Freudenberg Medical is a global partner for the design, development and manufacture of innovative medical devices and components.