FAQs

WHAT WE GET ASKED

FAQs

• What accreditation do you have?

  The Orthoplastics laboratory is accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) and complies with the ISO17025 standard for the majority of its projects.

• What types of materials can you test?

  Orthoplastics has extensive expertise in testing materials such as Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE), Polyether ether ketone (PEEK), and other polymers, primarily within the medical device sector.

• Can you assist with product certification?

  Yes, Orthoplastics designs test programmes tailored to meet specific certification requirements, including applications for CE and 510k submissions, ensuring compliance with the highest standards.

• Any specialised services for medical implants?

  Orthoplastics provides bespoke material manufacturing, particularly UHMWPE, for complete research and development programs, which include evaluations of irradiation doses and custom-manufactured polymeric blends.