Billerica,
Massachusetts USA - June 6, 2005 -
Paragon Vision Sciences has gained FDA
approval to treat their RGP contact lenses using AST Products, Inc.'s,
new PJ plasma surface treatment system. The PJ is a compact,
full-featured bench top plasma surface modification system. Using Windows
based PC control, the PJ is designed for both laboratory and production
use. This new system is ideal for surface treatment and cleaning/removing
of organic contamination from various substrates, such as: metals,
ceramics, glass, and silicon. The entire system fits conveniently in one
cabinet.
AST's Plasma Science Group has
experience in various medical applications such as improving
bonding/adhesion, attaining specific surface properties (hydrophilic,
hydrophobic, biocompatible, low friction) and creating barrier coatings.
We offer systems with various configurations, patented chamber design for
process consistency and uniformity, as well as technical services and
customizing capability. For more information contact us at (978) 667-4500
or visit our website at www.astpadvance.com.
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