Surgical, Wearable & Implantable Technologies
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Independent elemental and materials analysis for safety-critical medical technologies
Surgical instruments, wearable medical technologies and implantable components rely on precisely controlled materials, surface finishes and metal compositions to ensure safety, performance and durability. Organisations developing and manufacturing these technologies operate within highly regulated environments where independent analytical evidence is essential.
Birmingham Assay Office (BAO) provides independent elemental and materials analysis services through its UKAS accredited Analytical Testing Laboratory, supporting manufacturers of surgical tools, wearable medical devices and implantable technologies across development, production and post-market stages.
Your challenges...
Manufacturers and developers in this sector face increasing pressure to:
- Verify the elemental composition of metals, alloys and components
- Control trace impurities that may affect performance or biocompatibility
- Ensure suitability for repeated skin contact or implantation
- Support regulatory and technical documentation
- Manage precision manufacturing and complex supply chains
- Reduce risk prior to clinical use and market placement
Independent analytical testing is critical where patient safety is paramount.
How Birmingham Assay Office supports you...
Elemental & Materials Analysis
Our UKAS accredited laboratory provides independent analysis of:
- Surgical instruments and reusable tools
- Wearable medical device components
- Non-active implantable components and sub-assemblies
- Alloys, coatings and surface treatments
Delivering accurate data across major, minor and trace elements.
Prototyping, Pre-Market & Production Support
We support product development and manufacture through:
- Analytical testing at R&D and prototype stages
- Verification of material specifications prior to clinical or market use
- Batch and spot testing during routine manufacture
- Independent confirmation of supplier material declarations
Helping identify material risks early and maintain consistency.
Materials Safety, Skin Contact & Implant Considerations
Our analytical services assist with:
- Assessment of materials intended for prolonged or repeated skin contact
- Identification of elements associated with irritation or sensitisation risk
- Support for material selection strategies focused on safety and performance
Providing evidence to inform design decisions and risk assessments.
Regulatory & Compliance Support
We provide analytical data to support:
- Technical documentation and due diligence
- UK REACH and retained EU REACH requirements
- General Product Safety Regulations (GPSR)
- Independent evidence for audits, reviews and partner requirements
Delivering clear, defensible data suitable for regulatory scrutiny.
Get in Touch
If you develop or manufacture surgical instruments, wearable medical devices or implantable technologies, Birmingham Assay Office’s Analytical Testing Laboratory can support you with independent elemental and materials analysis.
to discuss analytical testing services for surgical, wearable and implantable technologies.
Why choose Birmingham Assay Office?
- UKAS Accredited Analytical Laboratory – Independent, impartial testing
- Safety-Critical Expertise – Experience supporting surgical, wearable and implantable technologies
- Heritage of Assurance – Over 250 years protecting materials integrity
- Independent & Trusted – No involvement in device manufacture or sales
- Clear, Actionable Reporting – Suitable for technical, regulatory and quality teams
Our independence and technical credibility make BAO a trusted analytical partner for advanced medical technologies.
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Contact us
Birmingham Assay office
0121 820 0773
Address
1 Moreton St, Birmingham, B1 3AX