METALS
Machining
Precision Metal Machining for Medical Devices
EPTAM delivers precision metal machining for medical device OEMs, backed by more than 40 years of precision manufacturing experience. From our U.S. manufacturing facilities, we produce complex components for medical implants, ortho-trauma fixation, minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery, and interventional and structural heart applications. Our work is supported by FDA-registered operations and ISO 13485:2016-certified quality systems.
From full-size components to micro-machining, there is no margin for process drift. Implant and instrument components require a manufacturing system where design for manufacturability (DFM), metrology, and quality assurance move together, from first article through validated volume.
Precision isn't a moment.
Differentiated technology
Unique process and capabilities
3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC machining
Swiss machining and Swiss turn-mill
Gun drilling
EDM (electrical discharge machining)
Water jet cutting
Automated inspection
Small and large production runs
Process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Validated processes per FDA 21 CFR Part 820
Some of our work
Materials
Materials offer a wide range of characteristics, and EPTAM’s team of engineers and DFM specialists understand how to select and work with the proper materials. EPTAM recognizes the need for speed to market, deliverability, and supply-chain management. Fortunately, for many EPTAM customers, EPTAM’s market position and size help meet these constantly changing demands.
Stainless steels, including:
17-4
303
304
316
455
465
MP35N
Nitronic 60
Biodur
Equipment
EPTAM provides complex multi-axis metal machining with 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining centers, along with advanced Swiss turning and milling. Sliding headstock technology on our Tsugami Swiss turn-mill enables the production of long, slender, and highly complex components that conventional turning centers cannot easily accommodate. Integrated milling, automatic tool changing, and a multi-station turret reduce setups and changeovers, delivering the precision and efficiency complex parts require.
Swiss machining
- 5, 6, 8, 11, or 12 simultaneous axis.
- Simultaneous turning and drilling.
- Machining with up to 4 tools working simultaneously.
- Enhanced synchronized superimposed operation.
- Up to 22 tools for main and sub-spindle work.
- Rotating and synchronized guide bushings.
- Up to 16,000 RPM main spindle.
Swiss turn mill
- Swiss turn benefits: multitasking flexibility. Sliding headstock technology enables precision machining of long, slender parts that are impossible to produce on conventional turning centers. This is coupled with an automatic tool changer (ATC) and 16-station turret, providing additional flexibility.
- Identically powered main/sub spindles with independent 11/7.5 kW motors, plus 10,000 RPM tool spindle speed.
- The unique Tsugami "dual spindle" structure maintains superior gripping power and workpiece accuracy.
- 16-station turret for flexible tool storage.
- 60-tool automatic tool changer (ATC) for additional storage and flexibility. Milling/turning tools share the same type of shank. Enhanced milling capability with a horizontal tool spindle mounted to the B-axis. Controlled by a Fanuc 32i-B control.
Swiss machining
- 5, 6, 8, 11, or 12 simultaneous axis.
- Simultaneous turning and drilling.
- Machining with up to 4 tools working simultaneously.
- Enhanced synchronized superimposed operation.
- Up to 22 tools for main and sub-spindle work.
- Rotating and synchronized guide bushings.
- Up to 16,000 RPM main spindle.
Swiss turn mill
- Swiss turn benefits: multitasking flexibility. Sliding headstock technology enables precision machining of long, slender parts that are impossible to produce on conventional turning centers. This is coupled with an automatic tool changer (ATC) and 16-station turret, providing additional flexibility.
- Identically powered main/sub spindles with independent 11/7.5 kW motors, plus 10,000 RPM tool spindle speed.
- The unique Tsugami "dual spindle" structure maintains superior gripping power and workpiece accuracy.
- 16-station turret for flexible tool storage.
- 60-tool automatic tool changer (ATC) for additional storage and flexibility. Milling/turning tools share the same type of shank. Enhanced milling capability with a horizontal tool spindle mounted to the B-axis. Controlled by a Fanuc 32i-B control.
Rapid Prototyping
Every EPTAM client faces the same challenges – design parts to meet performance standards and ensure production ramp and capacity availability while controlling costs.