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SPECIALTY FIBERS UHMWPE Sutures, Tapes & Loops

SPECIALTY FIBERS UHMWPE Sutures, Tapes & Loops

SPECIALTY FIBERS UHMWPE Sutures, Tapes & Loops

Product catalog summary
Overview: The document provides detailed information on Riverpoint Medical's specialty fibers, specifically UHMWPE sutures, tapes, and loops designed for orthopedic applications. It highlights the product's strength, durability, and customization options.
Specifications: The sutures and tapes are made from ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene, offering high tensile strength and ductility. The needles are crafted from a proprietary steel blend, ensuring sharpness and flexibility. The CobraBlack® needle design enhances visibility by reducing glare.
Product Portfolio: Riverpoint offers a comprehensive range of sutures and tapes in various configurations, including color patterns, widths, and needle combinations. Products are available non-sterile, with options for color-coded packaging and heat tipping.
Performance Metrics: The sutures demonstrate a 100% increase in ductility and a 12% increase in penetration efficiency compared to competitors. The HS Fiber® sutures are noted to be 10 times stronger than steel on a weighted basis.
Product Variants: The document lists numerous product codes with corresponding colors, suture sizes, needle types, and lengths. It also mentions the availability of bulk spools, pre-cut, sterile, or non-sterile options.
Applications: The products are suitable for various orthopedic procedures, including tendon repair, grafting, and soft tissue approximation. The HS Suture Tape® is particularly noted for its high tensile strength and broad surface area for fixation.
Customization and Scalability: Riverpoint offers non-sterile solutions that allow for flexible sterilization options, cost efficiency, and custom kit integration. This supports proprietary coatings and configurations for unique applications.
Regulatory Compliance: The company is ISO 13485:2016 certified and FDA registered, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
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ItHriverpoint www.rpmed.com UHMWPE Sutures, Tapes & Loops

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SUTURE & TAPE OUR NEEDLES Our 300 series needles are made from a proprietary steel blend which is mechanically processed to make the material harder while still retaining high tensile strength. This enables the needles to have very sharp points and great durability while maintaining their flexibility. The same steel blend in our needles is used in the demanding human cardiac and plastic surgery areas where it has displaced more conventional needles At Riverpoint, we have a comprehensive suture and tape portfolio specifically designed for the orthopedic surgeon. Our suture and tape products are...

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HS FIBER® SUTURE ULTRA HIGH MOLECULAR WEIGHT POLYETHYLENE SUTURE ORTHOPEDIC SUTURES FOR STRENGTH & DURABILITY. VISIBILITY 4 enhanced colors with triaxial pattern design. Differentiates braid for maximum visibility. 10x stronger than steel on a weighted basis HANDLING New eBraid™ design is supple, soft for better handling. New Core-loc™ design means stronger knots BRAND COMPARISON HS Fiber® (white USP 2) comparison Knot Pull Straight Pull ‘Data on file at Riverpoint Medical. LLC SUTURE COLOR(s) White / Blue White / Black White White / Green Blue / Blue White / Blue / Black [Other Combinations...

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HS SUTURE TAPE*ULTRA HIGH MOLECULAR WEIGHT (UHMWPE) POLYETHYLENE NON-ABSORBABLE SUTURE TAPE VIBRANT HIGH STRENGTH ORTHOPEDIC SUTURE TAPE HS SutureTape® is an HS Fiber® polyethylene suture offered in a tape configuration. The flat surface of the tape helps brace and distribute more consistent loads while still giving the strength needed. The broad, flat, braided portion also provides for greater surface area fixation compared to traditional suture, while the colored warp strand enhances visibility. Our HS Suture Tape® products are great for: INSTABILITY, ROTATOR CUFF, AND OTHER SOFT TISSUE APPROXIMATION...

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HS FIBER® LOOPS ULTRA HIGH MOLECULAR WEIGHT (UHMWPE) POLYETHYLENE NON-ABSORBABLE SUTURE LOOPS LOOP CONFIGURATIONS HIGH STRENGTH ORTHOPEDIC SUTURE LOOPS Our HS Fiber® Loop products are great for: GRAFTING, ACL REPAIR, ROTATOR CUFF REPAIR, ACHILLES TENDON REPAIR, AND OTHER SOFT TISSUE APPLICATIONS SHUTTLE LOOP PASSING LOOP PRODUCT CODE PRODUCT COLOR(s) SUTURE SIZE NEEDLE LENGTH

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NON-STERILE SOLUTIONS OEM PRODUCTS & DEVICES CUSTOM PRODUCTS & CONFIGURATIONS, BULK SPOOLS, STERILE & NON-STERILE At Riverpoint Medical, we understand the importance of precision, strength, and reliability in orthopedic and sports medicine procedures. Our Non-Sterile Suture & Tape Portfolio is designed for streamlined processing and customization, giving medical device manufacturers and healthcare providers greater flexibility in sterilization and application. Choosing non-sterile suture and tape offers key advantages, including: Flexible Sterilization Options Allows for customized sterilization...

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QJriverpoint CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 825 NE 25th Avenue Portland, OR 97232 USA OFFICE TOLL FREE FAX EMAIL

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