When doctors and healthcare professionals administer vital monitoring equipment to their patients, they need to know their device will remain in place without discomfort to the patient. Whether it’s a blood pressure cuff or Sp02 sensor, the device must provide the most accurate readings, but also remain soft against the skin, flexible enough for comfort, and adjust to a variety of sizes. Medical device manufacturers can rely on the VELCRO® Brand SLEEK & THIN™ Fastener to safely secure garments and devices for even the most sensitive patients.
Why the VELCRO® Brand SLEEK & THIN™ Fastener is Important for Medical Device Manufacturers
The VELCRO® Brand SLEEK & THIN™ Fastener is specifically designed for applications that are in direct contact with the user’s skin. The unique T-shaped hooks eliminate abrasiveness and are smooth to the touch, and the mated closure is 60% thinner than our traditional woven hook and loop pairings.
To provide the necessary durability, the fastener has an improved shear strength and an audible peel to indicate when it’s disengaged. With thousands of cycles, it is ideal for devices that must be removed and adjusted regularly.
The combination of softness and flexibility paired with durability positions the fastener to reduce product bulk and deliver on the high quality of care that medical devices require.
For its cutting edge fastening technology and innovation, the closure was named as a winner of a 2022 BIG Innovation Award from the Business Innovation Group and the Innovate Pioneer Award from the World Textile Information Network.
How Medical Device Manufacturers Can Use the VELCRO® Brand SLEEK & THIN™ Fastener?
Medical devices manufacturers can utilize the award-winning VELCRO® Brand SLEEK & THIN™ Fastener to secure any device that is close to the skin and requires a strong and reliable, but comfortable fit.
Blood Pressure Cuffs and Monitoring Sensor straps
Blood pressure cuffs and other monitoring sensor straps require a tenaciously secure hold under pressure, and a soft and gentle face next to the patient’s skin. Our VELCRO® Brand SLEEK & THIN™ Fastener provides maximized patient comfort while retaining a strong secure closure to ensure consistency and accuracy of the monitoring device’s readings.
Blood Pressure Cuffs and Monitoring Sensor straps
Blood pressure cuffs and other monitoring sensor straps require a tenaciously secure hold under pressure, and a soft and gentle face next to the patient’s skin. Our VELCRO® Brand SLEEK & THIN™ Fastener provides maximized patient comfort while retaining a strong secure closure to ensure consistency and accuracy of the monitoring device’s readings.
CPAP Solutions
CPAP headgear and chinstraps are a perfect fit for the low profile and soft surfaces of the VELCRO® Brand SLEEK & THIN™ Fastener. For solutions used on ventilators, in sleep labs, or at home on chinstraps or CPAP headgear, the VELCRO® Brand SLEEK & THIN™ Fastener is ideal to maximize patient comfort while providing a strong closure and reliable fit.
Infant Positioning & Care
The VELCRO® Brand SLEEK & THIN™ Fastener is a reliable securement solution for straps and devices required by the most delicate patients in the hospital. Infant positioning aids, baby wraps and blankets, as well as monitoring sensor straps all benefit from the soft surfaces and thin profile. The closure has been chosen as a dependable fastening method for infant clothing.
Orthopedic Slings & Braces
To get patients moving again, orthopedic devices need to align with the user’s lifestyle. This requires a lightweight and adjustable device that provides comfort and durability and won’t restrict range of motion. A 60% thinner fastener adds value and functionality that will help patients get back on their feet.
Our VELCRO® Brand Medical Solutions team has a deep understanding of the needs and challenges medical device manufacturers face. Your requirements are unique, and we can work with you to develop a fully customized solution tailored to your specifications. Our fabrication capabilities will streamline your processes and fill gaps in your supply chain. Learn how you can unlock your ORIGINAL THINKING® with our wealth of fastening technologies.
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