Here comes an anti friction medical coatings line from ApNano Materials. This coating is based on ApNano Material’s nanotechnology based solid lubricant. This coating would be used in a number of medical applications such as guide wires in catheters which are utilized in invasive treatments such as orthodontic wires and braces, cardiac catheterization and coatings for artificial joints and hips.
The nanoparticles present in the metallic coating can help in reducing friction by 50% when compared to non coated wires. These coating can help in reducing friction in implants such as artificial joints, prolong implant’s life and prevent the need for frequent repetitive operations.
As per Dr. Niles Fleischer, VP Business and Product Development, ApNano Materials:
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