1. The international business and technical conference for the medical manufacturing industry
SAVE
$190
if you register
before August 2,
2010 14-15 September 2010
The Hilton City Avenue, Philadelphia,
PA, United States
Organized by
Applied Market
Information LLC

2. C O N F E R E N C E
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2010
8.00-9.00 Registration & welcome coffee
9.00 Opening announcements
September 14-15, 2010
SESSION 1 – RAW MATERIALS
The Hilton City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, USA
9.10 Strategies for qualification of raw materials in medical
Even in the economic downturn, the medical device manufacturing devices
industry has maintained margins by taking measures to become as Dr. Elif Gurel, Staff Engineer
cost-effective as possible. Health care is continuing to improve quality VISTAKON (JOHNSON AND JOHNSON VISION CARE),
of life with new devices. United States
Overall, the market is expected to continue growing with the aging 9.40 Solutions for coloration and modification of polymer
population and increased life expectancy, and expanding markets in for medical devices & pharma applications. How
developing countries. Areas for expansion include home-use medical much risk?
devices as patients expect to have more control and more easily Mr. Stephen Duckworth, Head of Marketing Segment
operated equipment. This places heavy demands on designers, trying Medical
to make accessible technology with good safety features.
CLARIANT INTERNATIONAL BV MASTERBATCHES,
Switzerland
Innovations in medical procedures are giving rise to new medical
devices with high level performance. Neurology is a key area for
10.10 Thinking ‘pharma’ to manage risks in plastic healthcare
research to tackle brain and spinal cord injuries and restore patient
applications
functions. Cardiology is a key area for device use from catheters
Dr. James Stern, Global Business Development Manager
and stents to pacemakers and even artificial heart tissue. Joint
BASELL POLYOLEFINS UK LTD., A LYONDELLBASELL
replacements in orthopedics and tissue matrices are other examples of
COMPANY, United Kingdom
medical implants.
Many medical devices incorporate polymers, either as key components 10.40 – 11.10 Coffee break
or as coatings to improve the biocompatibility of other materials.
Polymers are relatively easy and cheap to manufacture, and in medicine SESSION 2 – PERFORMANCE & APPLICATIONS
they must also withstand sterilization procedures. Many devices require
different properties such as stability of a stent combined with slow 11.10 Polymers in cardiovascular catheters
drug release to combat infections. Antimicrobials can also be added to Dr. Vipul Davé, Engineering Fellow
the plastic to limit bacterial growth and silver ions have a key role here. CORDIS CORPORATION, United States
All components of a device must pass extensive testing to minimize
risk to the patient. 11.40 Use of polydioxanone for biodegradable stent
construction in benign stenoses treatment
Medical Grade Polymers 2010 provides an expert forum for device Assoc. Prof. Dr. Karel Volenec, Company Director
designers, OEMs, manufacturers, researchers and suppliers to the ELLA-CS, s.r.o., CZECH REPUBLIC
industry. It is a unique place to hear about the latest technology and
material trends and to debate important issues with top professionals. 12.10 - 1.40 Lunch
1.40 Antioxidant stabilized UHMWPE: challenges and
opportunities
Conference Hotline Mr. Lou Matrisciano, Global Technology Director
Call Ms. Margit Korsak, Conference Director MEDITECH MEDICAL POLYMERS, United States
on tel +1 610 478 0800 or fax on +1 610 478 0900
email: mk@amiplastics-na.com 2.10 Study of environmental stress cracking of polyurethane
for further information about this event using nanoscale thermal analysis
Mr. Andy Hung, Scientist
See the latest program and confirmed speakers at: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC, United States
www.amiplastics-na.com
2.40 PEKK - rigid and flexible as required
Mr. Tony DeCarmine, Technical Director
Five good reasons to attend: OXFORD PERFORMANCE MATERIALS, INC., United States
Examine new materials for medical devices
3.10 – 3.40 Coffee break
Review device cleanliness and anti-infection measures 3.40 Biodegradation mechanisms in polyurethanes – the
effect of siloxane content
Study material properties and performance Dr. Ajay D. Padsalgikar, Chief Scientific Officer
Hear case studies of applications and use of polymers in the medical AORTECH BIOMATERIALS, Australia
industry
4.10 Innovative material and design solutions for health care
Network with device manufacturers and industry suppliers Dr. John Gavenonis, Global Health Care Manager
DUPONT PERFORMANCE POLYMERS, United States

3. P R O G R A M
4.40 Vapor phase polymers for medical devices and SAVE $190!
packaging Register before August 2, 2010
Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Vice President of Technology
SPECIALTY COATING SYSTEMS INC., United States
and save $190
5.10-6.40 Cocktail reception
Registration
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2010 To register you may fill out the attached form and fax it to
610-478-0900. Please contact Ms. Margit Korsak, Conference
8.30-9.00 Welcome coffee Director at 610-478-0800 or email: mk@amiplastics-na.com
9.00 Opening announcements with any questions.
SESSION 3 – SAFETY AND HYGIENE Venue
Philadelphia is on the East Coast of the US with a major
9.10 Shelf life determination of polymeric resins
Mr. Ankit Gupta, Manufacturing Engineer
international airport and in easy reach of New York and
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC, United States Washington DC. The city sights include historic buildings,
museums, shopping malls and beautiful parks. It is a
9.40 Silver antimicrobials in medical devices: a practical multicultural experience with many different types of dining
guide and entertainment to offer.
Dr. Jeff Trogolo, Chief Technology Officer
AGION TECHNOLOGIES, INC., United States Exhibition & sponsorship
A limited number of table top exhibition spaces will be
10.10 Assessing the cleanliness of medical devices: case available at Medical Grade Polymers 2010. The exhibition fee is
studies $1900 and includes 1 free delegate place.
Dr. Stephen Spiegelberg, President
CAMBRIDGE POLYMER GROUP, INC., United States There will also be a variety of cost effective sponsorship
opportunities to maximize your corporate profile at this
10.40 - 11.10 Coffee break important event. For further information, contact Ms. Margit
Korsak, Conference Director at Applied Market Information LLC
11.10 Effects of sterilization on the mechanical properties of
at +1 610 478 0800 or e-mail: mk@amiplastics-na.com.
silicone rubber
Mr. Michael J. Tzivanis, R&D Group Leader, Fluid Systems
SAINT-GOBAIN PERFORMANCE PLASTICS CORPORATION, Organized by:
United States APPLIED MARKET INFORMATION LLC
Applied Market Information LLC is the North American operation
11.40 BPA free alternate medical grade polymers of Applied Market Information Ltd, Europe’s leading supplier
Mr. Kenneth E. Breeding, Jr., Technical Platform Manager of plastics consultancy and information services to the global
EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANY, United States
plastics industry. AMI LLC can offer the full range of AMI services
12.10-1.40 Lunch
and products to North American clients. Together with our well-
established European-based operations this means AMI is well
SESSION 4 – INNOVATIVE MATERIALS placed to provide a truly global research capability to our clients
Based in Reading PA, Applied Market Information LLC can supply
1.40 New PEEK materials for medical devices all of AMI’s European directories and CDs and is developing a
Mr. Kevin Bonhoff, Manager, Market Development whole new range of products for the North American market.
EVONIK INDUSTRIES, United States Its range of specialized services cover individual consulting
services, multi-client reports, conferences and publishing.
2.10 High modulus engineered thermoplastic
polyurethanes for medical applications To find out more about AMI’s conference program or any of our
Ms. Daphne N. Robinson, Sr. Application Development other services and products visit our website at:
Engineer www.amiplastics-na.com or call the AMI LLC office at
LUBRIZOL ADVANCED MATERIALS, INC., United States +1 610 478 0800
2.40 High throughput discovery of polymers for the next Applied Market Information LLC Tel: +1 610 478 0800
generation of medical products 833 North Park Road, Suite #204 Fax: +1 610 478 0900
Mr. Richard Snell, Business Development Director Wyomissing, PA 19610 Email: mk@amiplastics-na.com
ALTRIKA LTD., United Kingdom USA Web: www.amiplastics-na.com
3.10 Conference ends Applied Market Information Ltd.
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4. CONFERENCE DETAILS
Registration form
DATE AND LOCATION:
September 14-15, 2010 Medical Grade Polymers 2010
The Hilton City Avenue, 4200 City Avenue September 14-15, 2010
Philadelphia, PA 19131, USA Hilton City Avenue in Philadelphia,
Tel: +1 215 879 4000 Pennsylvania, United States
HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
Company: ______________________________________________
The conference fee does not include lodging. We have negotiated a special
rate of $155 per night for a single or double occupancy at the Hilton City
Address: _______________________________________________
Avenue. Please contact the hotel’s reservation department directly and be
sure to mention the AMI’s MEDICAL GRADE POYLMERS 2010 conference to
Country: _______________________________________________
qualify for the special room rate. Rooms are limited and will be held on a first-
come, first-reserved basis. The hotel rate is guaranteed for a limited number of
Tel:_______________________ Fax: _________________________
rooms so do not delay in making your reservation for a room at the conference
location. Reservation cut-off date is August 23, 2010.
e-mail address: __________________________________________
REGISTRATION FEE
Register before August 2, 2010 for only $900. Thereafter the fee will be $1090. Company activity: _______________________________________
Registration includes all sessions, conference proceedings, cocktail reception,
luncheons, and break refreshments
GROUP RATES Delegate details / Table Top Delegate:
For companies wishing to register two or more delegates, group discounts are (if more than one delegate please photocopy form)
available. Please contact the conference coordinator for more details.
Title: _______________First name:__________________________
SPONSORSHIP
AMI events are more than just arenas for listening and networking. They also Surname: ______________________________________________
represent highly targeted opportunities to enhance your image and promote
your products and services to an international audience. Position: _______________________________________________
Each event offers the following unique awareness building opportunities:
sponsorship of the welcome cocktail reception, lunches, coffee breaks, and Special dietary requirements: ______________________________
much more. For further information please contact the conference coordinator
at 610-478-0800.
EXHIBITION PACKAGE Payment details:
This package includes an exhibition space in the conference room where we Please make payments in US Dollars ($)
will be hosting the cocktail reception, coffee breaks and lunch, giving exhibitors
maximum exposure. It also includes 1 free delegate place.
q Delegate fee @$900 ___________
Exhibitors may either use tables provided by the hotel or bring their own before August 2, 2010
stand or display. Please note that only a limited number of tables are available.
The cost of this package is $1900. For further information please contact the q Delegate fee @$1090 ___________
conference coordinator. thereafter
LITERATURE DISPLAY
If your company is unable to send personnel to the conference, you can still
q Exhibition package @$1900 ___________
make your presence felt by using our literature display service. Send your (includes exhibition space and
brochures or company information to the conference and we will display them one delegate space)
for delegates to collect at their leisure. The cost for this service is $400.
SOCIAL EVENTS
Total: ___________
The social events organized for Medical Grade Polymers 2010 will provide an
ideal setting for delegates and speakers to mix business with pleasure. On
the first evening, everyone is warmly invited to attend the welcome cocktail Method of payment:
reception which will follow the first conference session.
q By Check: In US Dollars ($), made payable to
SUBSTITUTIONS / CANCELLATIONS
Delegates may be substituted at any time at no charge. We ask that you provide “Applied Market Information LLC”
ample notification of substitution in order that materials can be prepared. Full
refunds, less a cancellation charge of $200 will only be made on cancellations q Bank Transfer: Please call or email for banking
received prior to August 13, 2010. We regret that we cannot make refunds on information +1 610 478 0800
cancellations received after this date or for no-shows at the conference.
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FAX FORM TO: +1 610 478 0900
My card number is:
CONFERENCE HOTLINE
Ms. Margit Korsak, Conference Director
Applied Market Information LLC Tel: +1 610 478 0800
Name of cardholder: _____________________________________
833 North Park Road, Suite #204, Fax: +1 610 478 0900 Expiration date: _________________________________________
Wyomissing, PA 19610, USA e-mail: mk@amiplastics-na.com
Please make copies of this registration form for others to use or Cardholder’s signature: ___________________________________
download a PDF file copy of the brochure from our web site at
www.amiplastics-na.com Date: __________________________________________________