Remove 2013 Remove Lead Time Remove Robotics
article thumbnail

Vertical Integration, Automation Helping 3D Printed Spine Implant Manufacturer Scale Production

Modern Machine Shop

Bringing passivation in house (and potentially other steps in the future) gives the implant manufacturer greater control over its process, which in turn can mean faster lead times as well. The company is still profitable, but for slightly different reasons: AM spine implants are no longer always the more expensive option.