Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, is spotlighting its extended abilities to address the evolving challenges faced by medical device manufacturers at MD&M West in Anaheim, California. The company’s latest initiatives focus on mitigating supply chain changes, supporting regulatory compliance, and expanding its global footprint.
“Today’s healthcare manufacturers face a combination of regulatory change with an accelerated need to innovate,” said Kelly Wessner, Vice President of Sales at Formerra. “Our role is to deliver the materials, know-how, and global infrastructure they need to navigate these challenges confidently as they advance device technology and patient care.”
A recent change in supplier footprint has tightened the availability of medical-grade ABS and SAN materials in the US. For customers impacted by this supply change, Formerra can offer equivalent solutions – based on its strong global supplier partnerships – and assist in requalification efforts.
To support healthcare manufacturers seeking diversified supply chains, Formerra has opened a new warehouse in Penang, Malaysia to complement its existing commercial team there. Together with its established hub in Singapore, this creates a robust logistics network to address growing demand from OEMs and contract manufacturers in the region.
Supply chain disruptions brought on by Covid-19 and weather events have generally subsided, and Formerra’s healthcare customers are regaining momentum in developing new products. Formerra supports this resurgence by enabling advancements in key areas such as drug delivery systems, remote monitoring devices, labware, and vision care applications.
In addition, exciting enhancements to the personalised Formerra.com customer experience are in development and will soon be rolling out. Formerra.com offers convenience and transparency by providing users with easy access to live pricing, online ordering, shipment tracking, and more.
