Biocoat Incorporated has secured a patent for a thermal cure hydrophilic coating technology specifically designed for the inner diameter of catheters and other medical devices. 

The firm’s “Lumen Coating Method and Apparatus” patent represents a significant advancement in medical device coatings, offering the industry a high-performance, non-PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) alternative, according to Biocoat. As concerns over the environmental and health impacts of PFAS continue to grow, Biocoat’s new coating provides a safer, more sustainable solution for medical device manufacturers without compromising on quality or performance. 
 
“This patent is a testament to Biocoat’s commitment to developing innovative and responsible technologies that address the evolving needs of the medical device industry,” Biocoat President/CEO Jim Moran said. “Our unique, hydrophilic, non-PFAS coating technology is a game-changer for devices that require the coating of internal surfaces like catheter lumens. This innovation will give medical device manufacturers coating options that align with global efforts to reduce reliance on PFAS materials.” 
 
“The new coating technology delivers excellent lubricity, durability, and low particulate counts, all while utilizing lower curing temperatures such that common polymer substrates are not impacted.  This coating technology has proven itself over 30-plus years and has been used on hundreds of 510(k)-approved products. By offering a hydrophilic, non-PFAS option, we’re supporting the industry’s shift towards greener and more environmentally friendly materials, contributing to the development of safer medical products for patients worldwide,” Biocoat Vice President of Research, Development and Innovation Bob Hergenrother added. 
 
Biocoat Incorporated is a full-service coatings provider specializing in supplying lubricious hydrophilic coatings custom engineered to meet specific clinical parameters for medical devices to original equipment manufacturers, startup companies, and contract manufacturers. Horsham, Pa.-based Biocoat also provides coating services and polymer services to companies requiring assistance with medical device manufacturing.