Tecman in the media
Opposites attract for powerful partnerships
SMEs and multi-national corporations are different in so many ways, yet Wayne Matthews, Head of Sales, believes they can forge some of the most effective partnerships. This article describes how the differences are the reason SME & MNC partnerships can work so well together and suggests three requirements to help them flourish.…
Are clean manufacturing processes right for you?
Whilst many manufacturers know what they’re looking for in a supply partner, many are unsure when it comes to specifying clean, sterile or hygienic manufacturing processes. Wayne Matthews, Head of Sales at Tecman, outlines what should be considered before embarking on a clean manufacturing process.…
We need a more secure supply chain if we are to achieve net zero
The UK is already pivoting towards Electric Vehicles, however, Kevin Porter, Technical Director, argues that if the UK is serious about net zero, we need to start thinking hard about the UK automotive industry's place in the global supply chain for EV manufacturing.…
Are bioplastics the answer?
Kevin Porter, Technical Director, explores the potential of bioplastics to improve sustainability across the healthcare sector. Kevin explains when bioplastics may be suitable, how to overcome some challenges with biomaterials and why they should be a key consideration in new product development.…
Looking to improve sustainability? The answer may be closer to home
‘Buy British’ is usually associated with the food sector but Kevin Porter, Technical Director, suggests that due to the pandemic and environmental factors, it is becoming popular in healthcare as well. British manufacturers often base their pitch on quality and customer service and may be overlooking sustainability as a competitive edge.…
Finalists announced for the Medilink Midlands Business Awards 2022
The best and brightest Life Sciences companies from across the Midlands have been shortlisted in the Medilink Business Awards 2022. Tecman is one of six companies nominated for the Innovation Awards, which recognises the development of innovative technology, design and processes that have made a major impact in the market.…
Keeping us safe: At what cost?
Healthcare leaders focus on making care safe and effective, and quite rightly, but is enough attention given to whether new technology and devices are reusable or easily recycled? Kevin Porter, Technical Director, challenges healthcare organisations to encourage the use of more sustainable materials in healthcare innovation.…
Combining comfort, quality and sustainability
A recent survey revealed that NHS healthcare workers are concerned about the environmental impact of PPE. This article considers how Optec® reusable face shield is perfectly positioned to tackle this issue with it's use of high performance biomaterial and 'four pillars of comfort'.…
PPE manufacturer develops reusable face shield for NHS organisations
An R&D programme tasked with turning bio-sourced materials into PPE for healthcare, has culminated in the launch of Optec® reusable face shield. This article discusses how Optec® addresses the sustainability concerns associated with PPE and prioritises the common comfort issues experienced by healthcare staff.…