Product development
Medical grade demonstrator

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Medical product development:

Solution for material portfolio visibility

SABIC benaderde ons voor de ontwikkeling van een medisch demonstratie model die de unieke eigenschappen van hun brede materiaalportfolio overtuigend zichtbaar maakt. Het doel was om een innovatief product te ontwerpen dat aansluit bij de nieuwste ontwikkelingen in de healthcare sector, whilst at the same time clearly highlighting the specific benefits of SABIC’s high-performance plastics solutions.

Innovation in the healthcare sector:

Demonstrator development

To demonstrate the potential of the range of materials as realistically as possible, a working car-injector demonstrator was developed. This made it possible to experience the properties of different plastics not only visually but also functionally within a recognisable medical application. From the outset, the ambition was high, and a conscious decision was made to go beyond a static prototype.

By developing a fully functional prototype, the technical complexities were identified and incorporated into the design. This approach ensures that the model not only shows what the product looks like, but also how it performs in practice.

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Product development process:

From visual model to functional prototype

The development process began by exploring several design options, with a focus on achieving the best possible design and user experience within the scope of the demonstration project. A key priority was striking a strong balance between design, functionality and medical applicability.

The extensive use of 3D printing led to an efficient and iterative development process. Starting from an initial concept, the product was developed step by step, with its mechanics and functionality continuously tested and optimised. This resulted in an integrated, production-ready design in which technology, ease of use and aesthetics come together seamlessly.

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Flip Vossen
Designer

Geert Scholte
Creative engineer

“Bij dit project was het doel helder en wilden we bewust verder gaan dan een statisch prototype. Door te kiezen voor een functioneel medisch demonstratiemodel zochten we de technische complexiteit op. Die extra inspanning vertaalt zich direct in de overtuigingskracht van het model en weerspiegelt de kwaliteit en techniek van een werkelijk eindproduct.”

Rapid prototyping:

Auto-injector design with ampoule snap-on and eject function

Het medisch demonstratiemodel is ontwikkeld als hoogwaardig prototype and closely resembles the look and feel of a production-ready medical device. The transparent housing reveals the internal moving components, providing a clearer understanding of how it works. By utilising a range of specialised plastics, the demonstrator showcases the breadth of the SABIC materials portfolio.

The functional design allows for the setting and dispensing of doses, creating a realistic user experience. To enhance the impact, a professional animated video has been developed alongside the physical prototype. This video has been optimised for both online and trade fair use, ensuring maximum visibility. Furthermore, the animation highlights the benefits of SABIC materials, fully in line with the branding guidelines.

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A working auto-injector that brings SABIC’s materials portfolio to life

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