Medanco will be attending the MTC 2025 on April 17th at the Koningshof in Veldhoven. This event presents an excellent opportunity for tech enthusiasts, with over 100 companies showcasing their innovations and technologies. Medanco will be presenting its technologies in the field of rubber and plastics. We warmly invite you to visit us. You can find us at booth M81. For more information, please visit: https://mtconference.nl/en/
Engineering
Medanco has expertise in product engineering, rubber and plastic materials, moulds/tooling, and manufacturing technologies. We deliver innovative solutions according to MDR and ISO 13485, with efficient project management from concept to final product. Contact us for more information!
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Production
Medanco is a manufacturer with a high-quality machine park and advanced production technologies to fabricate precision rubber and plastic products. These technologies include injection molding, rubber moulding and extrusion. If needed in a clean room (ISO class 7) and 100% Dutch Made.
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Markets
Medanco supplies to industries including High Tech, Semiconductor, Food Tech, and Medical. This diverse mix allows us to share our expertise and experience with our customers. Over the years, Medanco has developed thousands of products, each tailored to meet the specific needs of these sectors.
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Medanco produces of rubber and plastic precision parts and has extensive knowledge in the field of product engineering, rubber and plastic materials, mold/tooling and various production technologies. The right combination provides the solution you are looking for. Please contact us.
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ISO13485:2016 certificate
Re-certification succesfull
We are proud to announce that we have successfully met the requirements of this standard, following a thorough audit byLRQA. This achievement highlights our commitment to delivering the highest quality products and services.
With the implementation of our Quality Management System (QMS), we continue to emphasize excellence and continuous improvement across all our processes.
This milestone strengthens our dedication to quality, and we look forward to continuing to provide the best solutions to our customers and partners in the future.
MTC 2025
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Kick-off OP-Zuid Project
Innovative Medical Technology
OP-Zuid project STIM-00953: Advancing the Laprixa System
Via the previous OP-Zuid project, 01945, Corporis Medical was able to develop the Laprixa System in collaboration with its partners. Medanco B.V. from Veldhoven supported the development of the probe that performs the measurement on the bowel tissue, by injection molding the components and assembling the probe in their cleanroom. AIM B.V. from Brunssum contributed to the development of the module that processes and presents the measurement data. The Laprixa technology has been tested in pre-clinical in vivo models, which showed promising results.
Although the current Laprixa System is already quite impressive, Corporis Medical is constantly searching for ways to go the extra mile. Together with our partners Medanco B.V. and AIM B.V., and with the support of Stimulus via OP-Zuid project STIM-0053, we are now advancing the development of the Laprixa System even further, by integrating oxygen saturation measurements. Considering that oxygen saturation is one of the most important indicators of anastomosis wound healing capacity, this improvement offers the surgeon even more support in finding an adequate anastomosis location. This improvement demands an update to both the Laprixa Probe and Module. Furthermore, we will set up the production chain of the Laprixa System, which involves installing a cleanroom at AIM B.V. Finally, verification and validation tests will be performed to ensure the Laprixa System meets all requirements. We aim to close this project with a market-ready product, that has been tested in both pre-clinical and clinical environments, with positive results.
We’re excited to collaborate with our partners to make this project a success to improve patient care!
Renewed press machines
6x 50 tons presses with vacuum chamers
A lot is written about sustainability, and many actions are being taken, with each company working on it in its own way. Medanco is no exception. For example, we recently fully renovated our 50-ton presses. The machines are now essentially like new (or even better than new), complete with a new control system that is much smarter than before. This makes the machine more energy-efficient, allows for more precise press settings, and improves monitoring. Last but not least, the vast majority of the existing machine parts were reused. Now that's sustainability!
Engineering medical device
According to MDR and ISO 13485
We have developed an innovative development plan for medical plastic products, fully in line with the Medical Device Regulation (MDR). We follow the ISO 13485 standard to ensure the highest quality and safety standards. Each product is precisely engineered, manufactured, and tested, with a strong focus on risk management from design to production. This plan enables us to excel in medical plastics technology, with reliability and compliance as its foundation.
Infrastructure
Not obvious
Some things are taken for granted, but if they don't work, the impact can be significant. Recently, we have renewed the following infrastructure-related aspects:
- Ventilation on the rubber press machines.
- The pump of the cooling system. It has now become a pressure-regulated pump, which uses less energy and adjusts according to demand.
- A new compressor and higher system pressure, with a control unit that distributes the compressor running hours evenly over time. This improves the lifespan and provides redundancy.
These are great improvements that help make our infrastructure more efficient, reliable, and sustainable!
Camera monitoring
A smart solution to prevent problems.
We use camera surveillance in the injection molding process to ensure that products are correctly manufactured and to prevent deviations that could lead to defects or damage to the molds. This is especially important for small products with tiny holes. This system contributes to:
• Product Quality: Precise monitoring of the process, even for transparent products, provides additional inspection and control. The zoom function allows for the detection of very small details.
• Mold Damage Prevention: Early detection helps prevent damage to molds, saving costs.
• Efficiency and Reliability: An uninterrupted production process ensures efficiency and timely manufacturing.
The use of technology thus enhances quality, improves efficiency, and reduces costs—something we are always striving for!
New rubber injection press
With silicon dosing and 2 ejectors
New rubber injection molding press for the production of precision rubber membranes. This advanced machine offers a high level of accuracy and efficiency in manufacturing rubber membranes with strict tolerances. Thanks to innovative technology and optimized process settings, we are able to deliver products that meet the highest standards in quality, performance, and reliability. The press plays a crucial role in creating high-quality, custom rubber components for various applications, ranging from medical to industrial sectors.
Cleanroom
With multiple production technologies in-house, material knowledge and in-house engineering, we create the best customized solution for the needs of our customers in rubber and plastic. Medanco stands for precision, quality and reliability. Medanco has clean room production and is ISO13485:2016 certified.
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Cutting machine developed
Semiconductor - Particle free
Medanco has developed a cutting table in collaboration with our toolmaker for the highly precise cutting of non-flat rubber sheets. This enables us to cut these sheets in a high-quality, efficient, ergonomic, and safe manner. With the special clamping system, the product is securely held in place and can be cut with minimal deformation. The clamping parts are interchangeable, allowing for any shape to be cut. We perform this process in a clean room environment.
Continuous improvement
Smart Packing - Clean room production
Time is a crucial – if not the most important – factor in the cost price of a product. The shorter the time, the more cost-efficient the product. Through continuous improvement, we strive to reduce this time, while of course maintaining quality.
A great example of such an improvement is the packaging of our cassettes. These cleanroom products are relatively large, asymmetrical, and therefore difficult to stack. Inspired by the way a baker wraps a loaf of bread, we developed a smart and efficient packaging method.
The cassettes are placed on a specially designed mold, in exactly the right quantity. A bag is easily slipped over, after which it is tightly sealed using a sealing device with light vacuum. This allows the cassettes to be packed efficiently and neatly into the box.
The benefits at a glance:
1. Time savings in the packaging process
2. Consistent quantity: always the correct number of cassettes per package
3. Tightly sealed, allowing optimal use of space in the box and on the pallet
4. Ergonomically sound, making the process more comfortable for our employees
A great example of co-creation between engineering and operators – jointly developed and successfully implemented!
Medical production
Medical - Clean room injection moulding
Fully automated production in a clean room (class 7). This is also where Medanco operates, primarily producing medical products through injection molding. Attached is a photo of the production of a TPE membrane. We use biocompatible materials, ensuring an ultra-clean production environment and precise tolerances. Products are removed using a robot, and extensive monitoring of both the machine and mold guarantees product quality.
Customized precision seals
High Tech - Rubber moulding
🔧 Precision in Sealing Technology
Rubber seals can be made using O-rings, but also with flat gaskets or seals. We manufacture both types in-house, fully customized – with materials tailored to your needs and extremely tight tolerances.
Here's a great example from our production line: a flat rubber seal, custom die-cut with adjustable thickness and a precision of up to ±0.05 mm. Depending on the raw material, we can produce seals as thin as 0.3 mm.
With our wide range of universal dies, we offer great flexibility in both inner and outer diameters.
🔩 True precision sealing, tailored to your application.
Rubber injection 32 cavities
Medical - Rubber injection moulding
Recently, the production capacity of a high-demand rubber product was expanded due to an increased need from our customer. A new 32-cavity rubber injection mold was created, and a new injection press was purchased. The high cavity count for an injection mold, while maintaining a compact size, allowed us to achieve this cost-efficiently. CTF dimensions with tolerances of +/- 0.05 mm! We are extremely proud that our engineering team was able to achieve this in collaboration with the toolmaker.
Rubber and metal bonding
Food - Rubber pressing
Did you know that rubber and metal can be permanently bonded through vulcanization? At Medanco, we master this process down to the finest detail — from a clean start to a reliable finish. This is an example of a suction cup with a metal insert.
It all begins with proper surface preparation:
✅ Degreasing and cleaning the metal to a bare, contamination-free surface
✅ Roughening the bonding area (e.g. via grit blasting) to maximize adhesion
✅ Applying the correct bonding agent, tailored to the specific rubber and metal combination
✅ Preheating large parts if needed to maintain the optimal vulcanization temperature (typically 165–175°C at our facility)
A great example: the custom suction cups shown below, featuring an integrated metal ring with a metric thread. After vulcanization, these products undergo an additional post-curing process in an oven to further enhance material properties.
🔧 This is exactly the kind of specialized work we do at Medanco. If you're working on a development involving rubber-to-metal bonding — we’re here to help!
High-tech project with 6 moulds
High Tech - Rubber Moulding
Recently, we successfully created 6 compression molds for a great project. With these molds, we can produce 11 different rubber products. The product combinations within the molds allowed for a reduced mold investment, despite the very precise tolerances required for the products. The first samples from the molds were immediately approved by the client. Creative thinking and embracing challenges lead to success. Production can now begin!
Extrusion FKM
High Tech - Rubber Extrusion
Medanco also vulcanizes FKM hoses and profiles. This process takes place in an autoclave, which provides crucial control over both temperature and pressure. The vulcanization occurs in the autoclave with steam at a pressure of 6 to 8 bar and temperatures between approximately 160 °C and 175 °C, depending on the formulation/thickness. The process links the rubber molecules, giving the material its elastic and chemically resistant properties. After vulcanization, the material is slowly cooled to stabilize the molecular structure and achieve the desired physical properties. Finally, the rubber is post-cured (further vulcanized) in an oven at temperatures between 200 and 230 °C.
TPE or rubber
Which is the best?
🔍 TPE vs. Rubber – What’s the Best Choice?
In many applications, it's entirely feasible to use TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) instead of "traditional" rubber types such as EPDM, NBR, or silicone. Each material has its own unique strengths, and at Medanco, we work with both daily to determine the best solution for each specific product or application.
Below is a comparison of the advantages of TPE over rubber – and vice versa.
✅ Advantages of TPE over rubber:
♻️ Recyclable – TPE is thermoplastic, meaning it can be reprocessed and recycled. Vulcanized rubber cannot, or only with specialized processes.
⚙️ Fast and efficient production – TPE can be processed through injection molding, which is often faster and more cost-effective than rubber’s vulcanization process. This is often the key reason to switch.
🧩 Complex geometries possible – TPE is well suited for parts with fine details or thin walls. (Silicone rubber also offers this to some extent.)
🔄 Reuse of production waste – TPE scrap can easily be reused. With rubber, this is more difficult, although newer technologies allow for partial reuse at large volumes.
👃 Less odor – TPE typically has a low odor, which is a plus for interior applications like automotive or consumer products.
✅ Advantages of rubber over TPE:
🌞 Superior UV and weather resistance – Rubber, especially EPDM, remains stable under long-term exposure to sunlight, ozone, and moisture.
❄️🔥 Wider temperature range – Rubbers like silicone maintain elasticity from far below freezing up to over 250°C.
🧪 Tailored chemical resistance – There are many types of rubber available, allowing for specific chemical resistance depending on the application.
🏋️♂️ Greater mechanical durability – Rubber typically provides better resistance to compression set and creep under long-term or dynamic loads, especially at elevated temperatures.
📌 Real-life example:
A product previously manufactured by Medanco in EPDM rubber has been successfully converted to TPE – maintaining full functionality while enabling a more efficient production process.
Wondering whether switching to TPE could work for your product? We’d be happy to explore the possibilities with you.
FKM Bellow
High Tech - Rubber Transfer moulding
During a recent project, we were challenged to develop a special FKM bellows. The specifications were clear: a thin-walled bellows (anti-loosening) with one side closed. A real challenge for rubber experts, but also an opportunity to apply our creativity and technical expertise.
The material had to be chemically resistant over the long term, which is why we chose FKM. The biggest challenge lay in the thin-walled nature of the FKM rubber, which is prone to tearing, especially directly after vulcanization while still hot, combined with the requirement for an anti-loosening product.
By collaborating closely with the toolmaker to consider the roughness of the cores, how to release the mold, and the maximum workable foldability, we found a smart and workable solution. This project demonstrates our ability to efficiently and creatively produce complex products.
A perfect example of how collaboration and technical ingenuity lead to successful solutions!
Etage press - Double efficiency
Medical - Silicon Moulding - Video
Sometimes, rubber products are too large to fit multiple times in a mold plate. One option in such cases is to create a stack mold. Below is a short video of a product made this way at Medanco. The intermediate plate can be machine-operated, allowing both products to be easily removed after vulcanization. This effectively increases the mold capacity from 1 to 2, making the process twice as fast.
Flat rubber rings
Food Tech - Extrusion and Cutting
Medanco produces flat rings in large quantities. We first create a hose and then cut it. The hose (or profile) must have sufficient strength, with the correct hardness (starting approximately 70 Shore A) and consistent wall thickness to prevent deformation and ensure perpendicularity. We use various precise cutting machines for this. In the example above, we produced 200,000 pieces with a cutting size of 2.0 +/- 0.2 mm. Higher precision is also possible, and 100% post-production inspection is feasible.
This method offers great flexibility in diameters, thickness, and material, while keeping the unit price low and tooling costs minimal. This production technique is ideal for mass production of custom-made flat rubber rings.
RFID Chip assembly
Medical - Clean room
Medanco produces plastic parts in the clean room for medical applications. One of these applications requires a RFID chip to be glued into the part. This is a very accurate process where we installed a semi-automated production line. When this project will grow in volume an automated assembly line is engineered and can be installed.
TPE Overmoulded product 2K
High Tech - Plastic Injection Moulding
For one of our customers we co-developed a plastic product which is used as a window. Together with the customer, our toolmaker and material supplier we managed to engineer a perfect solution. The product is a 2K product. This means that 1 products consist of 2 materials. Because the volumes are relatively low the investment for 2K tooling was too high. We therefore choose an overmoulding concept. First, we mould the PC part in the first tool. We place this part in a second tool where we overmould it with TPE. The function of this TPE is a sealing. Challenge here is to produce both parts without damaging or deformation.
Flow meter
Medical - Plastic Injection Moulding
We produce micro moulding parts for a wide range of flowmeters. These products are made from PVDF and PFA, both chemical resistant materials with a very high-temperature resistance. The product itself consists of 3 products that are assembled into a high accuracy flowmeter for use in hospitals.
Water filter
Food Tech - Plastic Injection Moulding
PP Micro tube
Medical - Extrusion
Medanco has produced flexible tubes with an outside diameter of 0,9mm and an inside diameter of 0,4mm. For other applications, we are capable of producing extremely thin wall TPE tubing.
Why choose Medanco?
Here are some reasons why our customers choose Medanco.
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Trustworthy partner
In a landscape in which technological developments are happening faster than we realize, it is important to work with a reliable partner. A party that has more than earned its spurs and where people make the difference.
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Broad experience
With a long history and carefully built up experience, we are able to successfully produce your product where quality is leading. With the ambition and ability to grow gradually, we are your partner for rubber and plastic production.
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Valuation
We are rightly proud that our customers appreciate this. This is reflected in the long relationship we have had with many of our customers for decades. We would also like to welcome you to Medanco. You are very welcome to see with your own eyes what our added value is in Veldhoven.
