Junkosha Launches New Wrapped Catheter Liner Category
The company introduced a new PTFE tape-based technology at the MD&M Midwest trade show in Minneapolis.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Materials Science
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Junkosha has debuted a new category of catheter liners utilizing advanced PTFE tape-based manufacturing technology. The product line was unveiled to the industry at the MD&M Midwest event.
Why it matters
This technology enables engineers to produce catheter designs with thinner walls, increased tensile strength, and enhanced flexibility. These performance improvements aim to better support the evolving needs of medical device developers.
The manufacturing process utilizes PTFE film wrapped around a mandrel to construct the liner wall. The technology is specifically designed to achieve thinner wall dimensions compared to standard extrusion methods.
The players
Junkosha
Junkosha is an advanced technology company that specializes in polymer and carbon fiber processing for medical, aerospace, and industrial applications.
MD&M Midwest
MD&M Midwest is a professional trade show held in Minneapolis that connects medical device engineers and manufacturing professionals with industry suppliers.
The details
By wrapping PTFE film around a mandrel, Junkosha has created a new platform that allows for more precise structural control in catheter production. The company plans to leverage this new category to expand its broader portfolio of medical device solutions.
Timeline
October 29, 2026: Junkosha unveiled the new product category at MD&M Midwest.
2027: Junkosha expects to address emerging catheter market requirements.
The Big Picture
This development represents a departure from traditional extrusion-based manufacturing for catheter liners by utilizing PTFE tape-based wrapping technology. It shifts the industry focus toward thin-wall designs that require higher tensile strength and flexibility than previous methods could achieve.
This advancement could lead to the development of higher-performance medical catheters that are both thinner and more flexible for clinical procedures. These engineering improvements aim to provide doctors with more reliable tools during complex interventions.
The takeaway
Advancements in medical component manufacturing continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in catheter design. Engineers should look to incorporate these new materials to improve patient outcomes through increased device flexibility and strength.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by PlasticsToday.
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