Medical equipment and technology
The disciplines of medical devices and technologies for the healthcare sector require specialization and interdisciplinary collaboration. Danish Technological Institute has the expertise and facilities to assist your company with advisory services and development, and also possesses all the necessary laboratory facilities.
Danish Technological Institute's laboratories and competencies cover areas including the following – click on the links under the individual topics to read more:
Bag leakage and shelf life
Sterilization can affect both the device and the packaging that ensures sterility, and Danish Technological Institute therefore assists companies in documenting that the company's products can be used safely by the end user. Prior to leakage testing, the products are challenged by exposure to accelerated aging and various types of stress that simulate transport.
3D printing
Our Center for Industrial 3D Printing has extensive experience with 3D printing and helps Danish companies with a wide range of services - from product development and 3D printing production to quality control. Danish Technological Institute prints in a wide range of plastic and metal materials and has manufactured parts for a number of customers in the medico industry.
- 3D printing production
- Case: Hegenberger Speculum accelerates development process with 3D printing
- Case: 3D-printed nylon covers for X-Ray equipment
Installation and calibration of medical devices
Danish Technological Institute's calibration laboratories ensure that the pharmaceutical industry has traceable calibration of their metrological equipment at the highest level – e.g., within temperature, flow measurement, pressure, and humidity. Danish Technological Institute provides advice on measurement techniques, validation methods, and uncertainty calculations for equipment and overall processes, and in research and development projects, the Institute develops new measurement methods together with customers and ensures knowledge about performance for both product and production.
Testing of medical devices and pharmaceutical products
We offer chemical analyses of medical devices in accordance with ISO 10993-18 and relevant USPs for biological evaluation and documentation of product safety. We also perform tests of cleaning and disinfection methods for medical devices as well as stability testing of pharmaceuticals and combination products.
Plastic analysis and processing
We work with a focus on selecting the right materials as well as accredited standard testing of materials (ISO, ASTM, and DIN). We offer fast injection molding of prototypes, as well as injection molding of freeform geometries using 3D-printed soluble molds. We also supply manufacturers with the latest knowledge on the chemical, toxic, and biological properties of materials in connection with product development or approval of medtech products.
Transport testing of packaging
We can assist with transport testing of packaging for medicine and medical devices. When goods are transported, they are exposed to mechanical and climatic impacts, such as shocks, vibrations, stacking loads, temperature, and humidity. Testing in the laboratory with simulated transport impacts is a reliable method to measure the functional properties of the packaging - and the impacts applied in the laboratory are reproducible. Our entire test center is DANAK-accredited to perform transport testing.
Microbiology, biofilm, and hygiene
We offer specialist molecular biology services for, among other things, the development of in vitro diagnostics, sensors, and vaccines.
Tribology
We work with surface coatings for medical devices and products, including low-friction coatings for dental screws, Sr-releasing surfaces for accelerated bone formation, porous TiN for effective nerve stimulation, and CrN-SS for high-performance injection molds.
- Strontium-containing (Sr) coatings for accelerated bone formation
- Coating of electrodes for nerve stimulation
Surgical masks and face masks 
Surgical masks, also called face masks, must ensure safety for patients and healthcare personnel. There are different types for different purposes – the models are named Type I, Type II, and Type IIR. The masks look simple at first glance, but the requirements for their functional properties are relatively strict. To be approved, they must comply with the EN standard 14683. As a general rule, we do not test the usability of surgical masks.
We can help test:
- Testing of filtration efficiency according to EN14683
- Breathability
- Protection against liquid splashes
Robotics technology
Robotics technology can be used to automate tasks in, for example, hospitals and the medico industry. This could be by screening and sorting samples, for disinfection and cleaning, for transporting materials, and for relieving personnel in heavy and strenuous work positions. We help map needs, search for potential existing solutions, and adapt and develop new robotic and automation solutions.
Printed electronics
We work with health monitoring using washable and stretchable wearable sensors integrated directly onto textiles and flexible materials. Flexible electrodes for ECG, EMG, and EEG ensure precise and mobile monitoring without restricting freedom of movement. Smart garments with built-in sensors open the door to advanced and personalized healthcare tailored to the individual. Our technologies enable "hospitalized at home" concepts, where patients can receive care in safe and familiar surroundings.
Health data
We work with health data in several interdisciplinary consortia, including registry data, data from municipalities, and particularly patient-reported outcome measures (e.g., pain, wound size, well-being, and mood) and citizen-generated data (e.g., physical activity and heart rate) gathered from apps, smartphones, and wearables, respectively. The citizen/patient is at the center, and products are developed and tested in close collaboration with citizens, relatives, and healthcare professionals.
Microanalysis and imaging
In Microanalysis and Imaging, we help pharma and medico companies understand and protect their products. We are DANAK-accredited to investigate and precisely isolate very small particles, such as those found in production. By using image processing techniques, we help you inspect your product's internal structure down to the smallest detail without having to cut it apart. Our coating production provides better performance and longer service life for medico products and components exposed to water and oil.
- Identification of foreign material - accredited analysis
- Non-destructive quality control - MicroCT
- Protect your product with a nano coating
Structural characterization of biomolecules with SAXS
We offer advanced SAXS-based characterization (Small-Angle X-ray Scattering) of proteins and other biomolecules at world-class synchrotron facilities.
With sample consumption as low as 20 µL, we analyze your samples in their native solution state to map structure, stability, and interactions. We help you detect unwanted aggregation, document higher-order structure (HOS) for regulatory use, and optimize formulations, minimizing risk and saving time in your drug development.
Clean 
air technologies - validation, development, and advisory services
In Air and Sensor Technology, we have many years of experience in validating and developing purification technologies to improve the indoor climate and reduce pathogenic microorganisms in the air and on surfaces. These technologies are widely used in nursing homes, hospitals, and private spaces. We advise on the use of air purifiers in public spaces, and test, analyze, and measure the indoor climate using state-of-the-art equipment or low-cost sensors. Among other projects, we have collaborated with the Statens Serum Institut on technical solutions to reduce the spread of infection in school classes.
Digital health and mental well-being
Digital health technologies and AI are currently creating entirely new opportunities to develop better and more effective treatment methods for the benefit of patients, private companies, and the healthcare system. Digitalization and the use of AI are also central elements in the transition to a more citizen-centric, flexible, and efficient healthcare system, including creating a more tolerant and inclusive society for vulnerable citizens. At the Danish Technological Institute, we are passionate about developing new innovative and digital health solutions that make a difference for patients and relatives, involving users and employees in the development and implementation.
Technology assessment and business development
"Technology is easy – implementation is hard." This is a picture we often see at the Danish Technological Institute, where we have helped companies and public authorities for many years to develop and implement solutions to be used in everyday life and create value for citizens, users, or customers. At the Danish Technological Institute, we are experts in performing screenings and assessments of the technological and commercial potential of new health technologies, including conducting independent evaluations of new technologies and supporting actual implementation.