Introducing Our Brand-New PVC-Free Medical Device Range

January 7, 2025
| Daniel Wilson |
Industry News PVC-Free

The healthcare industry is undergoing a transformation as sustainability has started to take priority when considering which suppliers to use for your medical devices. As a leader in UK medical device manufacturing, we are driving this change with our brand new innovative new PVC-Free range. Designed to deliver clinical excellence while reducing environmental impact, this solution represents the future of greener healthcare.

For many years, PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) has been widely used in medical tubing and devices, offering flexibility, reliability, and strength. However, as healthcare providers look to reduce their environmental impact, we have introduced an alternative solution that embraces sustainability without compromising on quality: our brand-new PVC-Free range, made from polyolefin-based Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE).

Why Introduce PVC-Free in Your Portfolio?

Pennine’s new PVC-Free range offers healthcare providers a future-ready option that aligns with their sustainability goals. By choosing TPE—a flexible, durable, and efficient material—Pennine Healthcare enhances both sustainable and environmental outcomes.

TPE brings several benefits:

  • Our polyolefin-based TPE compound is an ideal PVC alternative due to its robust physical properties and low CO2 impact.
  • Made in Europe with 100% renewable wind energy, this compound is produced sustainably, with all waste being recycled.

Our commitment to innovation and sustainability shines through in every aspect of the new range:

  • TPE’s durability and flexibility ensure excellent kink resistance and low friction for smooth fluid movement, whilst offering exceptional transparency for fluid flow monitoring. These features make it a highly effective choice for medical devices, and is why we have opted for TPE as our PVC-alternative for Suction Connection Tubing.
  • Produced at our Derby-based facility, the range supports UK manufacturing, ensuring high quality, reduced lead times, and dependable supply chains.

As the healthcare industry seeks to adopt more sustainable practices, we continue to lead with forward-thinking solutions. Demonstrating that manufacturing excellence and environmental responsibility can work hand in hand— we are offering healthcare providers an opportunity to contribute to a greener, more sustainable future.

With innovation and British manufacturing at our core, we are setting a new benchmark for quality, reliability, and environmental responsibility in the medical device industry.

Read more about our PVC-Free Sterile and Non-Sterile Connecting Tubing.

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