Controlled Fluidics
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Controlled Fluidics provides custom precision #plastics machining services along with expert design and production support for bonded manifolds.
🔬 Lab plastics are evolving fast with tighter tolerances, harsher chemicals, and stricter biocompatibility standards are reshaping how engineers design and manufacture components.
Here are 3 key insights shaping that future 🧵👇
Here are 3 key insights shaping that future 🧵👇
November 12, 2025 at 1:53 AM
🔬 Lab plastics are evolving fast with tighter tolerances, harsher chemicals, and stricter biocompatibility standards are reshaping how engineers design and manufacture components.
Here are 3 key insights shaping that future 🧵👇
Here are 3 key insights shaping that future 🧵👇
Surface finishing in plastics isn’t just cosmetic.
It affects how components flow, seal, and perform, especially in fluidic and medical device design.
Here are 3 key insights from our latest application note 👇
It affects how components flow, seal, and perform, especially in fluidic and medical device design.
Here are 3 key insights from our latest application note 👇
November 10, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Surface finishing in plastics isn’t just cosmetic.
It affects how components flow, seal, and perform, especially in fluidic and medical device design.
Here are 3 key insights from our latest application note 👇
It affects how components flow, seal, and perform, especially in fluidic and medical device design.
Here are 3 key insights from our latest application note 👇
Surface finishing in plastics isn’t just cosmetic.
It affects how components flow, seal, and perform, especially in fluidic and medical device design.
Here are 3 key insights from our latest application note 👇
It affects how components flow, seal, and perform, especially in fluidic and medical device design.
Here are 3 key insights from our latest application note 👇
November 7, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Surface finishing in plastics isn’t just cosmetic.
It affects how components flow, seal, and perform, especially in fluidic and medical device design.
Here are 3 key insights from our latest application note 👇
It affects how components flow, seal, and perform, especially in fluidic and medical device design.
Here are 3 key insights from our latest application note 👇
Surface finishing in plastics isn’t just cosmetic.
It affects how components flow, seal, and perform, especially in fluidic and medical device design.
Here are 3 key insights from our latest application note 👇
It affects how components flow, seal, and perform, especially in fluidic and medical device design.
Here are 3 key insights from our latest application note 👇
November 7, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Surface finishing in plastics isn’t just cosmetic.
It affects how components flow, seal, and perform, especially in fluidic and medical device design.
Here are 3 key insights from our latest application note 👇
It affects how components flow, seal, and perform, especially in fluidic and medical device design.
Here are 3 key insights from our latest application note 👇
Not all manifolds are straight lines.
This curved acrylic design shows what happens when precision machining meets complex fluid dynamics. 🧵👇
This curved acrylic design shows what happens when precision machining meets complex fluid dynamics. 🧵👇
November 6, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Not all manifolds are straight lines.
This curved acrylic design shows what happens when precision machining meets complex fluid dynamics. 🧵👇
This curved acrylic design shows what happens when precision machining meets complex fluid dynamics. 🧵👇
🌍 Sustainability in manufacturing isn’t just about recycling — it starts at the design table.
Here’s how engineers are leading the way 👇
#SustainableManufacturing #EngineeringDesign
Here’s how engineers are leading the way 👇
#SustainableManufacturing #EngineeringDesign
October 28, 2025 at 4:09 PM
🌍 Sustainability in manufacturing isn’t just about recycling — it starts at the design table.
Here’s how engineers are leading the way 👇
#SustainableManufacturing #EngineeringDesign
Here’s how engineers are leading the way 👇
#SustainableManufacturing #EngineeringDesign
3 ways to drive ROI with smarter plastics strategies:
1️⃣ Pick “right-fit” materials → avoid over-spec’ing
2️⃣ Factor lifecycle costs → less waste, better margins
3️⃣ Build compliance in early → smoother launches
📘 Full brochure: buff.ly/a6L53hm
#Engineering #Aerospace #MedTech #PlasticsMachining
1️⃣ Pick “right-fit” materials → avoid over-spec’ing
2️⃣ Factor lifecycle costs → less waste, better margins
3️⃣ Build compliance in early → smoother launches
📘 Full brochure: buff.ly/a6L53hm
#Engineering #Aerospace #MedTech #PlasticsMachining
October 24, 2025 at 12:17 AM
3 ways to drive ROI with smarter plastics strategies:
1️⃣ Pick “right-fit” materials → avoid over-spec’ing
2️⃣ Factor lifecycle costs → less waste, better margins
3️⃣ Build compliance in early → smoother launches
📘 Full brochure: buff.ly/a6L53hm
#Engineering #Aerospace #MedTech #PlasticsMachining
1️⃣ Pick “right-fit” materials → avoid over-spec’ing
2️⃣ Factor lifecycle costs → less waste, better margins
3️⃣ Build compliance in early → smoother launches
📘 Full brochure: buff.ly/a6L53hm
#Engineering #Aerospace #MedTech #PlasticsMachining
A great design isn’t always manufacturable.
In precision plastics, the best teams design with manufacturing in mind from day one.
Here’s how to make that shift 👇
#ManufacturingMonth #DesignForManufacture
In precision plastics, the best teams design with manufacturing in mind from day one.
Here’s how to make that shift 👇
#ManufacturingMonth #DesignForManufacture
October 22, 2025 at 12:53 AM
A great design isn’t always manufacturable.
In precision plastics, the best teams design with manufacturing in mind from day one.
Here’s how to make that shift 👇
#ManufacturingMonth #DesignForManufacture
In precision plastics, the best teams design with manufacturing in mind from day one.
Here’s how to make that shift 👇
#ManufacturingMonth #DesignForManufacture
Digital Twins are reshaping manufacturing, and plastics leaders are taking note. From predictive maintenance to smart supply chains, these virtual models deliver a strategic edge across operations. 🧵
#DigitalTwins #Industry40 #PlasticsManufacturing
#DigitalTwins #Industry40 #PlasticsManufacturing
October 17, 2025 at 12:17 AM
Digital Twins are reshaping manufacturing, and plastics leaders are taking note. From predictive maintenance to smart supply chains, these virtual models deliver a strategic edge across operations. 🧵
#DigitalTwins #Industry40 #PlasticsManufacturing
#DigitalTwins #Industry40 #PlasticsManufacturing
💡 In medical, aerospace, and lab manufacturing, material choice isn’t just about cost — it’s about compliance, performance, and longevity.
Here are 3 things every design team should weigh right now 👇
#ManufacturingMonth #PlasticsEngineering
Here are 3 things every design team should weigh right now 👇
#ManufacturingMonth #PlasticsEngineering
October 15, 2025 at 12:53 AM
💡 In medical, aerospace, and lab manufacturing, material choice isn’t just about cost — it’s about compliance, performance, and longevity.
Here are 3 things every design team should weigh right now 👇
#ManufacturingMonth #PlasticsEngineering
Here are 3 things every design team should weigh right now 👇
#ManufacturingMonth #PlasticsEngineering
🚀 Manufacturing Month spotlight: precision plastics.
“Good enough” design isn’t good enough anymore.
Engineers are rethinking materials, processes, and partnerships to hit tighter tolerances and faster timelines.
Let’s look at 3 key shifts changing the game 👇
#ManufacturingMonth
“Good enough” design isn’t good enough anymore.
Engineers are rethinking materials, processes, and partnerships to hit tighter tolerances and faster timelines.
Let’s look at 3 key shifts changing the game 👇
#ManufacturingMonth
October 10, 2025 at 4:57 PM
🚀 Manufacturing Month spotlight: precision plastics.
“Good enough” design isn’t good enough anymore.
Engineers are rethinking materials, processes, and partnerships to hit tighter tolerances and faster timelines.
Let’s look at 3 key shifts changing the game 👇
#ManufacturingMonth
“Good enough” design isn’t good enough anymore.
Engineers are rethinking materials, processes, and partnerships to hit tighter tolerances and faster timelines.
Let’s look at 3 key shifts changing the game 👇
#ManufacturingMonth
⚕️ Not all plastics are created equal.
If a device will contact patients, samples, or biological systems, USP Class VI certification matters.
Here’s what it really tests for ⬇️
🧵👇
If a device will contact patients, samples, or biological systems, USP Class VI certification matters.
Here’s what it really tests for ⬇️
🧵👇
October 7, 2025 at 4:06 PM
⚕️ Not all plastics are created equal.
If a device will contact patients, samples, or biological systems, USP Class VI certification matters.
Here’s what it really tests for ⬇️
🧵👇
If a device will contact patients, samples, or biological systems, USP Class VI certification matters.
Here’s what it really tests for ⬇️
🧵👇
Lab plastics are evolving quickly. 🧪
Miniaturization, automation compatibility & sustainability are now core requirements.
Here are 4 design approaches labs are using to future-proof their devices ⬇️
Miniaturization, automation compatibility & sustainability are now core requirements.
Here are 4 design approaches labs are using to future-proof their devices ⬇️
October 1, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Lab plastics are evolving quickly. 🧪
Miniaturization, automation compatibility & sustainability are now core requirements.
Here are 4 design approaches labs are using to future-proof their devices ⬇️
Miniaturization, automation compatibility & sustainability are now core requirements.
Here are 4 design approaches labs are using to future-proof their devices ⬇️
Sourcing labware isn’t just about price.
It’s about performance, reliability, and compliance. 🧪
Here are 3 key takeaways from our latest white paper ⬇️
It’s about performance, reliability, and compliance. 🧪
Here are 3 key takeaways from our latest white paper ⬇️
September 25, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Sourcing labware isn’t just about price.
It’s about performance, reliability, and compliance. 🧪
Here are 3 key takeaways from our latest white paper ⬇️
It’s about performance, reliability, and compliance. 🧪
Here are 3 key takeaways from our latest white paper ⬇️
New expectations are reshaping labware design:
1️⃣ Smarter geometry to avoid stress failures
2️⃣ Bio-based polymers offering real sustainability gains
3️⃣ & more
Explore these takeaways in our latest white paper: buff.ly/IixZFQc
#MedTech #Diagnostics #SustainableDesign #Labware #Innovation
1️⃣ Smarter geometry to avoid stress failures
2️⃣ Bio-based polymers offering real sustainability gains
3️⃣ & more
Explore these takeaways in our latest white paper: buff.ly/IixZFQc
#MedTech #Diagnostics #SustainableDesign #Labware #Innovation
September 18, 2025 at 4:39 PM
New expectations are reshaping labware design:
1️⃣ Smarter geometry to avoid stress failures
2️⃣ Bio-based polymers offering real sustainability gains
3️⃣ & more
Explore these takeaways in our latest white paper: buff.ly/IixZFQc
#MedTech #Diagnostics #SustainableDesign #Labware #Innovation
1️⃣ Smarter geometry to avoid stress failures
2️⃣ Bio-based polymers offering real sustainability gains
3️⃣ & more
Explore these takeaways in our latest white paper: buff.ly/IixZFQc
#MedTech #Diagnostics #SustainableDesign #Labware #Innovation
Labware design is getting more complex. 3 takeaways from our new white paper:
1️⃣ Miniaturization + compliance demand precision design
2️⃣ Material choices define clarity, resistance & cost
3️⃣ Bonding & machining prevent failures in multilayer parts
Ful guide here: buff.ly/u1IiODP
#LabDesign #LifeSci
1️⃣ Miniaturization + compliance demand precision design
2️⃣ Material choices define clarity, resistance & cost
3️⃣ Bonding & machining prevent failures in multilayer parts
Ful guide here: buff.ly/u1IiODP
#LabDesign #LifeSci
September 17, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Labware design is getting more complex. 3 takeaways from our new white paper:
1️⃣ Miniaturization + compliance demand precision design
2️⃣ Material choices define clarity, resistance & cost
3️⃣ Bonding & machining prevent failures in multilayer parts
Ful guide here: buff.ly/u1IiODP
#LabDesign #LifeSci
1️⃣ Miniaturization + compliance demand precision design
2️⃣ Material choices define clarity, resistance & cost
3️⃣ Bonding & machining prevent failures in multilayer parts
Ful guide here: buff.ly/u1IiODP
#LabDesign #LifeSci
In fluidic manifolds, bond strength is just as important.
1️⃣ Select the right bonding method
2️⃣ Prep surfaces properly
3️⃣ Distribute stress across bond lines
Get it right and manifolds pass real-world testing with confidence.
📘 Explore bonding methods: buff.ly/Oy0sekH
#Fluidics #ManifoldDesign
1️⃣ Select the right bonding method
2️⃣ Prep surfaces properly
3️⃣ Distribute stress across bond lines
Get it right and manifolds pass real-world testing with confidence.
📘 Explore bonding methods: buff.ly/Oy0sekH
#Fluidics #ManifoldDesign
Improved Bonds. Smarter Designs. Download the Application Note
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September 4, 2025 at 4:39 PM
In fluidic manifolds, bond strength is just as important.
1️⃣ Select the right bonding method
2️⃣ Prep surfaces properly
3️⃣ Distribute stress across bond lines
Get it right and manifolds pass real-world testing with confidence.
📘 Explore bonding methods: buff.ly/Oy0sekH
#Fluidics #ManifoldDesign
1️⃣ Select the right bonding method
2️⃣ Prep surfaces properly
3️⃣ Distribute stress across bond lines
Get it right and manifolds pass real-world testing with confidence.
📘 Explore bonding methods: buff.ly/Oy0sekH
#Fluidics #ManifoldDesign
Not all manifold bonding is created equal.
🔹 Diffusion bonding → strength & clarity
🔹 Solvent bonding → speed & cost
🔹 Mechanical bonding → flexibility & serviceability
Knowing when to use each can prevent leaks and costly redesigns. buff.ly/L5eumyU
#PlasticsMachining #PlasticBonding
🔹 Diffusion bonding → strength & clarity
🔹 Solvent bonding → speed & cost
🔹 Mechanical bonding → flexibility & serviceability
Knowing when to use each can prevent leaks and costly redesigns. buff.ly/L5eumyU
#PlasticsMachining #PlasticBonding
September 2, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Not all manifold bonding is created equal.
🔹 Diffusion bonding → strength & clarity
🔹 Solvent bonding → speed & cost
🔹 Mechanical bonding → flexibility & serviceability
Knowing when to use each can prevent leaks and costly redesigns. buff.ly/L5eumyU
#PlasticsMachining #PlasticBonding
🔹 Diffusion bonding → strength & clarity
🔹 Solvent bonding → speed & cost
🔹 Mechanical bonding → flexibility & serviceability
Knowing when to use each can prevent leaks and costly redesigns. buff.ly/L5eumyU
#PlasticsMachining #PlasticBonding
🔧 The best projects start in R&D, not production.
✔️ Cut costly revisions
✔️ Improve functionality
✔️ Stay compliant
📘 Download our Design Guide: buff.ly/XGIitaU
💡 Then ask us about a virtual consult before your next project!
#engineering #innovation #designengineering #manufacturing #automation
✔️ Cut costly revisions
✔️ Improve functionality
✔️ Stay compliant
📘 Download our Design Guide: buff.ly/XGIitaU
💡 Then ask us about a virtual consult before your next project!
#engineering #innovation #designengineering #manufacturing #automation
August 28, 2025 at 4:39 PM
🔧 The best projects start in R&D, not production.
✔️ Cut costly revisions
✔️ Improve functionality
✔️ Stay compliant
📘 Download our Design Guide: buff.ly/XGIitaU
💡 Then ask us about a virtual consult before your next project!
#engineering #innovation #designengineering #manufacturing #automation
✔️ Cut costly revisions
✔️ Improve functionality
✔️ Stay compliant
📘 Download our Design Guide: buff.ly/XGIitaU
💡 Then ask us about a virtual consult before your next project!
#engineering #innovation #designengineering #manufacturing #automation
🔧 The best projects start before production.
Plan smarter: right material + right bonding = fewer delays + stronger compliance.
Download Now: buff.ly/qbv3MZp
Plan smarter: right material + right bonding = fewer delays + stronger compliance.
Download Now: buff.ly/qbv3MZp
August 27, 2025 at 12:53 AM
🔧 The best projects start before production.
Plan smarter: right material + right bonding = fewer delays + stronger compliance.
Download Now: buff.ly/qbv3MZp
Plan smarter: right material + right bonding = fewer delays + stronger compliance.
Download Now: buff.ly/qbv3MZp
Tangled tubing doesn’t scale. It often leads to leaks, service headaches & visibility issues.
Bonded plastic manifolds offer a cleaner path:
✔️ Fewer leak points
✔️ Easier service
✔️ Better flow monitoring
📘 See the design guide → buff.ly/XGIitaU
#Fluidics #Engineering #MedicalDevices
Bonded plastic manifolds offer a cleaner path:
✔️ Fewer leak points
✔️ Easier service
✔️ Better flow monitoring
📘 See the design guide → buff.ly/XGIitaU
#Fluidics #Engineering #MedicalDevices
August 21, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Tangled tubing doesn’t scale. It often leads to leaks, service headaches & visibility issues.
Bonded plastic manifolds offer a cleaner path:
✔️ Fewer leak points
✔️ Easier service
✔️ Better flow monitoring
📘 See the design guide → buff.ly/XGIitaU
#Fluidics #Engineering #MedicalDevices
Bonded plastic manifolds offer a cleaner path:
✔️ Fewer leak points
✔️ Easier service
✔️ Better flow monitoring
📘 See the design guide → buff.ly/XGIitaU
#Fluidics #Engineering #MedicalDevices
🔵 Precision that glows under pressure. Reveals fluid pathways optimized for flow, sealing & clarity.
Machined for high-clarity diagnostics and system integrity.
📷 Learn more → buff.ly/hXxZVS9
#Fluidics #PlasticMachining #OEMDesign
Machined for high-clarity diagnostics and system integrity.
📷 Learn more → buff.ly/hXxZVS9
#Fluidics #PlasticMachining #OEMDesign
August 15, 2025 at 12:17 AM
🔵 Precision that glows under pressure. Reveals fluid pathways optimized for flow, sealing & clarity.
Machined for high-clarity diagnostics and system integrity.
📷 Learn more → buff.ly/hXxZVS9
#Fluidics #PlasticMachining #OEMDesign
Machined for high-clarity diagnostics and system integrity.
📷 Learn more → buff.ly/hXxZVS9
#Fluidics #PlasticMachining #OEMDesign
$10K mistake shouldn't happen.
Our Design Guide shows how to avoid that:
🔹 How to reinforce internally
🔹 Which materials hold up best
🔹 Spacing tips for machining & cleaning
Get it right from the start → buff.ly/XzFOoi5
#Engineering #Plastics #DeviceDesign
Our Design Guide shows how to avoid that:
🔹 How to reinforce internally
🔹 Which materials hold up best
🔹 Spacing tips for machining & cleaning
Get it right from the start → buff.ly/XzFOoi5
#Engineering #Plastics #DeviceDesign
August 13, 2025 at 4:16 PM
$10K mistake shouldn't happen.
Our Design Guide shows how to avoid that:
🔹 How to reinforce internally
🔹 Which materials hold up best
🔹 Spacing tips for machining & cleaning
Get it right from the start → buff.ly/XzFOoi5
#Engineering #Plastics #DeviceDesign
Our Design Guide shows how to avoid that:
🔹 How to reinforce internally
🔹 Which materials hold up best
🔹 Spacing tips for machining & cleaning
Get it right from the start → buff.ly/XzFOoi5
#Engineering #Plastics #DeviceDesign
🔧💡 Did you know?
Not all plastics can be bonded. Some are nearly impossible bond without special prep.
Here are 5 plastics that won’t work with adhesives (and why): 🧵
Not all plastics can be bonded. Some are nearly impossible bond without special prep.
Here are 5 plastics that won’t work with adhesives (and why): 🧵
August 7, 2025 at 4:39 PM
🔧💡 Did you know?
Not all plastics can be bonded. Some are nearly impossible bond without special prep.
Here are 5 plastics that won’t work with adhesives (and why): 🧵
Not all plastics can be bonded. Some are nearly impossible bond without special prep.
Here are 5 plastics that won’t work with adhesives (and why): 🧵
Aerospace is shifting away from metal.
→ 50% weight savings
→ Lower emissions over the aircraft lifecycle
→ Full or partial recyclability
We just dropped a short video about it. ✈️
🎥 buff.ly/jo8hAHh
📄 Full white paper: buff.ly/f0A8Wb5
#Aerospace #MaterialsScience #Sustainability #Engineering
→ 50% weight savings
→ Lower emissions over the aircraft lifecycle
→ Full or partial recyclability
We just dropped a short video about it. ✈️
🎥 buff.ly/jo8hAHh
📄 Full white paper: buff.ly/f0A8Wb5
#Aerospace #MaterialsScience #Sustainability #Engineering
Sky's the Limit: Game-Changing Plastics in Aerospace
The aerospace industry is on the cusp of a revolution, driven by game-changing plastics that are redefining the boundaries of aerospace engineering. From composite materials to advanced polymer…
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July 30, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Aerospace is shifting away from metal.
→ 50% weight savings
→ Lower emissions over the aircraft lifecycle
→ Full or partial recyclability
We just dropped a short video about it. ✈️
🎥 buff.ly/jo8hAHh
📄 Full white paper: buff.ly/f0A8Wb5
#Aerospace #MaterialsScience #Sustainability #Engineering
→ 50% weight savings
→ Lower emissions over the aircraft lifecycle
→ Full or partial recyclability
We just dropped a short video about it. ✈️
🎥 buff.ly/jo8hAHh
📄 Full white paper: buff.ly/f0A8Wb5
#Aerospace #MaterialsScience #Sustainability #Engineering