Pole controller for Ophthalmology device
High-precision prototypes for a medical device – expertise in drive technology, cable assembly and precision component manufacturing
Successful prototype construction in medical technology: development of five pole controllers for an ophthalmology application. Precision in fine components, cable assembly and drive technology.
Dependence on previous supplier
A leading company in ophthalmology had previously used a pole controller from Canada. This controller adjusts and stabilises the light polarisation in the medical device in question, a state-of-the-art laser system for eye surgery.
However, the supply was at risk: the previous supplier is a one-man company located far away, resulting in long transport routes. To avoid delivery failures and improve costs and sustainability, the customer opted for a local solution in Switzerland – and commissioned Antrimon with the implementation.
Precision in prototype construction and fine components
The project involved the realisation of five prototypes of the pole controller. We took over the entire procurement and manufacturing process based on the existing documentation.
The biggest challenge: extremely delicate milled parts with wall thicknesses of only 1 mm. Thanks to our many years of experience in prototype construction for medical technology, we were able to master this challenge:
- High-precision fine component manufacturing
- Sheet metal part manufacturing
- Assembly of the base unit
- Drive technology and cable assembly
This enabled us to establish a reliable supply chain in Switzerland and secure the expertise for future series production.
Greater security, fewer dependencies
The successful prototype construction results in decisive customer benefits:
- Direct contact on site – fast communication and short distances
- Planning security – stable supplier for the coming years
- Securing expertise – assembly and manufacturing expertise remain in Switzerland
- Sustainability – less transport, lower carbon footprint
Conclusion: Antrimon as a partner for sophisticated prototypes
This project demonstrates how precision, innovation and reliability interact in prototype construction. For our customer, this means greater independence, higher security of supply and the certainty that a strong partner in Switzerland will reliably take care of drive technology, cable assembly and precision component manufacturing. The customer application thus benefits from a stable, local solution – and from a partner who lives and breathes innovative solutions in medical technology.
