Bentec Expands OEM Production Capacity

Bentec Medical Inc., a manufacturer of silicone medical products, announced implementation of new production processes and the acquisition of the Sodick Horizontal Insert LSR electronically controlled molding machine. The Sodick machine provides superior precision through closed loop injection controls, enables greater flexibility in part configuration, and improved production yields.

Woodland, CA (PRWEB) August 31, 2006 -- Bentec Medical Inc., a manufacturer of silicone medical products, announced implementation of new production processes and the acquisition of the Sodick Horizontal Insert LSR electronically controlled molding machine. The Sodick machine provides superior precision through closed loop injection controls, enables greater flexibility in part configuration, and improved production yields.

“Our process and equipment enhancement significantly increase our flexibility and capability for micro molded silicone components for our OEM customers,” says Alan Ladouceur, Plant Manager for Bentec product manufacturing. “We expect our yields to improve because the Sodick can control within 1/10th of a gram the amount of silicone that is used to manufacture a part.”

“Improving our manufacturing processes and upgrading our manufacturing capabilities is part of our corporate goal of continuous improvement in the business entity,” says Briant Bensen, Bentec’s CEO. “We’re very pleased to be able to gain significant advantages over our competitors manufacturing capabilities through processes that will better serve our customers.”

For more information on OEM services and other Bentec products visit http://www.bentecmed.com.

Contact: Richard Greene

Phone: 530-406-3307

About Bentec

With international headquarters in Woodland, California, Bentec Medical (www.bentecmed.com) has been an innovator and leading designer in the manufacture and global distribution of devices for the medical industry. Since its founding in 1994, Bentec has created innovative technologies for Oncology, Cardiology, Urology, Pediatrics, Bariatric, General Surgery, ENT, and Interventional Radiology. Bentec utilizes state of the art technology and experience for the manufacture of latex-free specialty surgical products and made-to-order products for their customers growing needs.

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