In this episode, we're focusing on supply chain dynamics, heat shrink tubing, and innovation solutions for jacketing laser cut hypotubes. Our guest is Barry Schnur, CEO of David Schnur Associates (DSA).DSA is not your typical manufacturer’s representative agency. With a global reach that spans across the USA and internationally, DSA has been at the forefront of medical innovation for the last 40 years. They provide consulting and materials expertise, helping countless medical innovators build and commercialize their devices. To learn more about DSA, visit www.davidschnurassociates.com/Our conversation with Barry will take us through the current supply chain dynamics in the MedTech industry, both commercially and technically. We’ll be discussing the role of heat shrink tubing in med device manufacturing, its various uses and types - from FEP HST used as a manufacturing aid for composite catheter shafts, to Pebax HST as an outer jacket of hypotube. We'll also cover the industry trends and supply chain issues impacting the sector.Next, we dive into the realm of laser cut hypotubes, often used in advanced steerable delivery systems and endoscopes for increased flexibility and torque response. Barry will share insights on the challenges of reflowing catheters constructed from these hypotubes and a more elegant design solution for varying flexibility and torque properties.Host/ Producer: Steve Maxson | Innovation & Business Development Manager | US ExtrudersGuest: Barry Schnur | CEO| David Schnur Associates (DSA)Announcer: Bill Kramer | President | US ExtrudersEditor/ Original Music: Eric Adair | Marketing Manager | US ExtrudersFor video episodes visit www.us-extruders.com/podcasts