Everpoint demo test

The Everpoint Demo Test is a specialized product designed to test the strength and flexibility of EVERPOINT® cardiovascular needles. This testing system allows medical professionals to evaluate thedurability, bending resistance, and sharpness retention of these advanced surgical needles under various conditions.

By simulating real surgical scenarios, the Everpoint Demo Test helps demonstrate how EVERPOINT® needles maintain their structural integrity and sharpness even after multiple passes through tissue. This ensures that surgeons can rely on their consistent performance, reduced penetration force, and enhanced precision during cardiovascular procedures.

This tool is ideal for training, demonstrations, and comparative assessments, allowing users to experience firsthand the superior quality and resilience of EVERPOINT® needles.

EVERPOINT® Cardiovascular Needle is a surgical tool developed by ETHICON™, specifically designed for cardiovascular procedures. These needles are made from a non-magnetic tungsten-rhenium alloy (74/26)and feature a multi-layered silicone coating. This construction makes the needles stronger, more resistant to bending, and maintains sharpness even after multiple uses. Compared to traditional stainless steel needles, they are up to 38% stronger and 121% more resistant to bending. (jnjmedtech.com, star-alliance.com.ua)

EVERPOINT® needles require up to 70% less penetration force after 30 passes compared to conventional stainless steel needles. This ensures consistent performance and minimizes tissue damage during surgery. (ce.mayo.edu)

These needles are often paired with PROLENE® non-absorbable monofilament sutures made of polypropylene, known for their reliability in cardiovascular surgery. (jnjmedtech.com)

Due to their precision and durability, EVERPOINT® needles are the preferred choice for surgeons performing complex cardiovascular procedures.

The New Generation of EVERPOINT DEMO TEST: From Aluminum to 3D-Printed PLA

We are introducing a significant innovation in the production of its EVERPOINT DEMO TEST product. Until now, we have manufactured this item from aluminum with a powder-coated finish and printed graphics.

Now, we are moving towards modern production using 3D printing with eco-friendly PLA material.

This shift brings numerous benefits — we significantly reduce the weight of the product, streamline production processes, and gain greater flexibility in design and customization thanks to 3D printing. Moreover, PLA is environmentally friendly because it is biodegradable.

Our goal is to maintain the high quality and functionality of EVERPOINT while advancing our production toward more modern and sustainable technologies.

Benefits of the New PLA Version (3D Printed)

1. Eco-Friendly Material

• PLA (polylactic acid) is a biodegradable plastic made from renewable resources like corn starch or sugarcane.
• Compared to aluminum or traditional plastics, PLA has a significantly lower carbon footprint during production.

2. Lower Environmental Impact in Production

• 3D printing creates minimal material waste, since material is only deposited where it's needed.
• There’s no need for energy-intensive machining, painting, or surface treatments like powder coating or printing.

3. Lower Weight = More Sustainable Shipping

• PLA is substantially lighter than aluminum, which:
• Reduces shipping costs
• Decreases the carbon footprint of transportation
• Makes handling and storage easier

4. Better Recyclability and Repairability

• Damaged parts can be reprinted or replaced individually without redoing the entire product.
• Unused or failed prints can often be recycled or reprocessed into new filament.

5. Flexible Development and Local Production

• 3D printing allows for quick iteration and customization without the need for expensive tooling.
• Products can be manufactured locally, reducing shipping needs and waste from overproduction.

6. Better price

• Thanks to a change in production technology, EDT is now much cheaper

Estimated CO₂ Emissions per Unit

Key Insights:

• The PLA version produces 20–50× fewer emissions than the aluminum one.
• Recycled aluminum reduces emissions, but still typically higher than PLA.
• Lower PLA weight also reduces transport-related emissions by ~50%.