The Manufacturing Partnership

Karp Productions contributed its industry expertise and product vision, while Areias Systems collaborated on transforming the concept into a finished electromechanical system. Integrating a custom enclosure, pneumatic controls, and a specialized heating assembly, the project demonstrates how industry knowledge and manufacturing capabilities can come together to deliver purpose-built equipment for medical device production.

System Design & Key Features

Precision Temperature Control

Watlow digital temperature control with Bluetooth-enabled access through compatible mobile devices.

Pressure & Vacuum Monitoring

Ashcroft gauges and an adjustable front-panel pressure regulator.

Versatile Applications

Supports catheter reflow, lamination, component bonding, and heat-shrink processing.

Repeatable Airflow Management

SMC digital flow meter with airflow adjustment in 0.1 L/min increments.

Purpose-Built Heating Assembly

A separate heating assembly with a machined heating head and temperature sensing.

Long-Term Serviceability

Accessible components and practical construction designed to simplify maintenance.