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This guide covers what is DFM, DFM meaning, how it fits into engineering and manufacturing, and how to improve your design so it’s ready for efficient production.

2021 has marked a year of change at Penta. From new employees to new locations, our focus for the year has been the same as ever – providing an exemplary service for customers.

316L is usually the first choice for medical manufacturing but it is not the only stainless steel that is available for healthcare applications. Other grades of medical stainless steel may be better suited for your purposes and/or more cost effective. But let's start with 316L. Here is why it is the 'go-to' stainless steel for most medical applications…