Frederic Borne with Resonetics

Fred Borne, a physics engineer and leader at Resonetics, discussed the company's expertise in medtech manufacturing, particularly in interventional cardiology, advanced diagnostics, minimally invasive surgeries, and bioelectronics. Resonetics specializes in microfabrication, including laser micromachining, and has expanded its capabilities through acquisitions, such as MemorySays for nitinol production. Borne highlighted the company's role in developing fiber optic sensors and implantable batteries, emphasizing their applications in neuromodulation and cardiac devices. He also touched on the potential of brain-computer interfaces and the future of neuromodulation technology.

Outline

MD&M West Event Introduction

• Industrial Talk, sponsored by MD&M West and the News and Brews team.
• Highlights the importance of MD&M West in delivering medtech automation, packaging, plastics, and design under one roof.
• Emphasizes the innovation, energy, and conversation at the event.
• Thanks the listeners for tuning in and celebrating the people driving industrial innovation.

Welcome to Industrial Talk Podcast

• Scott reiterates the podcast's dedication to celebrating industry professionals worldwide.
• Encourages listeners to put MD&M West on their calendar for next year.
• Mentions the importance of meeting people like Fred Borne at the event.

Introduction of Fred Borne

• Fred shares his background as a physics engineer specializing in fiber optics.
• Mentions his education at Laval University in Quebec City, one of the top photonics optics schools in North America.
• Discusses his career in fiber optics and the acquisition of memory says by Resonetics.

Resonetics and Market Solutions

• Fred explains that Resonetics is a top 10 contract design manufacturing company for the medtech industry.
• Specializes in interventional cardiology, advanced diagnostics, minimally invasive surgeries, and bioelectronics.
• Highlights the company's expertise in microfabrication and the acquisition of memory says for the production of nitinol.
• Discusses the company's ability to provide micro components of nitinol, stainless steel, and other materials.

Microfabrication and Medical Applications

• Scott and Fred discuss the concept of microfabrication and its applications in medical devices.
• Fred explains the use of laser micro machining for creating extremely small components.
• Mentions the company's ability to handle various materials and the importance of precision in their work.
• Discusses the challenges and innovations in the medical device manufacturing process.

Fiber Optic Sensors and Medical Implantable Batteries

• Fred explains his role at Resonetics, managing the fiber optic sensors and medical implantable batteries divisions.
• Discusses the use of fiber optic sensors in blood pressure monitoring and other medical devices.
• Highlights the applications of fiber optic sensors in diagnostics and heart pumps.
• Explains the use of medical implantable batteries in cardiac applications and neuromodulation devices.

Neuromodulation and Future Technologies

• Fred discusses the growing field of neuromodulation and its applications in medical devices.
• Explains the use of neuromodulation devices to treat conditions like urinary incontinence and asthma.
• Mentions the use of neuromodulation devices for sleep apnea treatment.
• Discusses the future potential of combining neuromodulation with brain-computer interfaces (BCI).

Battery Technology and Innovations

• Fred explains the advancements in battery technology and the company's focus on increasing capacity.
• Discusses the differences between rechargeable and primary batteries based on application requirements.
• Mentions the use of rechargeable batteries in neuromodulation devices due to their non-life-sustaining nature.
• Highlights the importance of reliable battery technology in medical devices.

Contact Information and Final Thoughts

• Scott asks Fred Borne for the best way to contact him, and Fred suggests LinkedIn.
• Scott expresses his admiration for Fred's work and encourages listeners to connect with him.
• Reiterates the importance of attending MD&M West and meeting industry professionals like Fred.
• Concludes the podcast with a reminder to put MD&M West on the calendar for next year.