Contacts:

Mark Borsari
Vice President, Strategy & Development
Sanderson MacLeod
413-283-3481
mborsari@sandersonmacleod.com

Janet Warren
Public Relations Consultant
Sanderson MacLeod
413-247-3075
jwarren@marcomcapital.com

Palmer, Massachusetts, USA — Sanderson MacLeod, large volume medical brush manufacturer and long time leader in twisted wire brushes, has introduced the Z-Tip; a revolutionary new protective brush tip for medical brushes.

Sanderson MacLeod has a patent pending on the invention and is manufacturing the Z-Tip for endoscopic cleaning brushes and cytology brushes. Other applications are currently being developed. According to the company, endoscopy and cytology brushes must have smooth protective tips in order to protect sensitive and expensive equipment and to ensure proper cell collection and patient safety.

“We were determined to develop a new way to manufacture protective medical brush tips, because traditional methods have significant flaws that can lead to scratching, scarring and other problems,” said Mark Borsari, Vice President Strategy & Development for Sanderson MacLeod. “In the ultra competitive healthcare market, our customers have been asking us for years to develop a better, safer, and economically priced protective brush tip. Based upon response from the market, I believe we accomplished our goal.”

One example of a popular method is the insert molded tip that is made by placing the end of a twisted wire brush into an injection mold. With these medical brushes, the tip can fall off leading to scratching and scarring. Plus, the manufacturing process is very costly because it involves manufacturing a mold for each type and size of brush. Another example is the light cured acrylic tip, which is made by dipping the end of a twisted wire brush into plastic or acrylic and using ultraviolet light to cure the substance into a tip. This method can result in a rough surface, or worse, expose the core wire through the tip. This process also involves hazardous fumes, extended curing times and is petroleum-based.

In setting out to find a better way to solve these problems, Sanderson MacLeod searched beyond the brush industry and found the answer in material joining engineering. As a result of many rounds of research, trials and testing; the company devised a new manufacturing process using high energy fusion welding technologies. As a result, the company is able to melt a pre-constructed core wire section of a twisted wire brush or stylet into a consistent, smooth and inseparable protective tip - the Z-Tip.

 

“The Z-Tip is smoother, stronger and safer than any other protective brush tip available,” said Borsari. Z-Tip advantages include:

§ It has a mirror-like surface and therefore won’t scratch or scar.

§ It is made of one-piece construction, which means that the tip cannot fall off, the wire cannot protrude through the tip, and the entire brush is stronger and will not unravel.

§ It is manufactured in a fully automated inline process that makes the product economical to the buyer and ensures uniformity for every brush.

§ Because the Z-Tip brush is one metallurgic unit, there are no biocompatibility issues and no need to get separate FDA approval for the tip.

§ The manufacturing process is not petroleum-based.

 

Sanderson MacLeod is the only brush manufacturer that specializes solely in twisted wire brushes, and for more than 50 years, has been the source of twisted wire brushes for some of the largest companies in the world. The company has a long history of innovation, including the distinction of inventing the first twisted wire mascara brush. Sanderson MacLeod employs approximately 100 people in a state-of-the-art, 137,000 square foot facility in Palmer, Massachusetts and utilizes a modern, FDA compliant Quality Control Laboratory to ensure product quality.

 

More information about the Z-Tip medical brush tip can be found at www.ZTipBrush.com.

 

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The 50-year-old company will participate in conference and exhibit events showcasing next generation medical device manufacturing.

Sanderson MacLeod, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of twisted-wire brushes, will be attending the Medical Design & Manufacturing West 2010 Conference. The MD&M West Conference and Exposition takes place February 8 - 11, 2010 at the Anaheim Convention Center.

Mark Borsari, Sanderson MacLeod’s Vice President, describes the importance of attending this event. “The MD&M West Expo and Conference is a vital component in the facilitation of cutting edge medical product development.” He continues, “Prior to the introduction of any new medical device, product, or technology to hospitals or doctors, all of the components that bring the technology from an idea to an actual product are first showcased at the MD&M convention. Attendees literally witness and are a part of the future of the medical industry. We’re excited to be involved.”

“This year marks a milestone for Sanderson MacLeod and we will be making some significant announcements leading up to the conference.” Borsari added. “We still see increasing demand for domestically produced medical endoscopy brushes, medical cleaning brushes and cytology brushes. And at the same time our green-initiatives and product innovations are moving forward rapidly. We’ve got new technologies to showcase and production methods that will revolutionize the twisted-wire brush industry.”

Sanderson MacLeod is a contract manufacturer specializing in twisted wire brushes. The company employs approximately 100 people and operates a modern 137,000 square foot facility in Palmer, Massachusetts. For more than 50 years, Sanderson MacLeod has been the source of twisted-wire brushes for some of the largest companies in the world.

Contact: Mark Borsari
Sanderson MacLeod
Phone: (866) 522-3481
Fax: (413) 289-1919
1199 South Main Street
P.O. Box 50
Palmer, Massachusetts 01069
www.sandersonmacleod.com

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The 50-year-old company will participate in conference and exhibit events showcasing next generation medical device manufacturing.

Sanderson MacLeod, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of twisted-wire brushes, will be attending the Medical Design & Manufacturing Minneapolis 2009 Conference. The MD&M West Conference and Exposition takes place October 21 - 22, 2009 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

Mark Borsari, Sanderson MacLeod’s Vice President, describes the importance of attending this event. “The MD&M Minneapolis Expo and Conference is a vital component in the facilitation of cutting edge medical product development.” He continues, “Prior to the introduction of any new medical device, product, or technology to hospitals or doctors, all of the components that bring the technology from an idea to an actual product are first showcased at the MD&M convention. Attendees literally witness and are a part of the future of the medical industry. We’re excited to be involved.”

“This year marks a milestone for Sanderson MacLeod and we will be making some significant announcements leading up to the conference.” Borsari added. “We still see increasing demand for domestically produced medical endoscopy brushes, medical cleaning brushes and cytology brushes. And, at the same time, our green-initiatives and product innovations are moving forward rapidly. We’ve got new technologies to showcase and production methods that will revolutionize the twisted-wire brush industry.”

Sanderson MacLeod is a contract manufacturer specializing in twisted wire brushes. The company employs approximately 100 people and operates a modern 137,000 square foot facility in Palmer, Massachusetts. For more than 50 years, Sanderson MacLeod has been the source of twisted-wire brushes for some of the largest companies in the world.

Contact: Mark Borsari
Sanderson MacLeod
Phone: (866) 522-3481
Fax: (413) 289-1919
1199 South Main Street
P.O. Box 50
Palmer, Massachusetts 01069
www.sandersonmacleod.com

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The eco-friendly movement can now count Sanderson MacLeod among its ranks. The 50-year-old domestically produced twisted-wire brush manufacturing organization can now add “green” to its impressive list of accomplishments.Mark Borsari, Sanderson MacLeod’s Vice President, has seen an increasing importance for large manufacturing firms, like Sanderson MacLeod, to become leaders in finding more sustainable ways to produce goods. “Sanderson MacLeod is one of the largest twisted-wire brush manufacturers in the world and by embracing eco-friendly alternatives in the lifecycle of our manufacturing process; we can have a dramatic impact on the reduction of our ‘carbon footprint’.” Borsari explains, “We are exploring and implementing green options where they make most sense. We’re looking at the entire manufacturing chain and are open to considering a range of options from reducing the power requirements of our plant to using organic, sustainable, biodegradable, or ethically sourced materials.”

“This isn’t a trend,” Borsari continues, “this is the way manufacturing is being done now. It’s responsible. We believe that other manufacturing organizations are beginning to see the value in implementing green alternatives. The end result is a more earth-conscious product.”

Sanderson MacLeod is a contract manufacturer specializing in twisted wire brushes. The company employs approximately 100 people and operates a modern 137,000 square foot facility in Palmer, Massachusetts. For more than 50 years, Sanderson MacLeod has been the source of twisted-wire brushes for some of the largest companies in the world.

 

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Sanderson MacLeod, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of twisted-wire brushes showcased products at the Medical Design & Manufacturing East 2009 Conference. The MD&M East Conference and Exposition took place June 9 – 11, 2009 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. Sanderson MacLeod joined more than 10,000 medical product development professionals from the Eastern United States at the industry’s largest event.The Palmer, Massachusetts based company showcased recent medical brush innovations consistent with Sanderson MacLeod’s eco-friendly initiatives. Mark Borsari, Sanderson MacLeod’s Vice President, explains that “Sanderson MacLeod’s advances in the twisted-wire medical brush market are attractive to medical professionals not only because the products offer unmatched patient protection but also because they help reduce medical waste and provide superior medical equipment protection.”

Borsari continues, “Sanderson MacLeod is a contract manufacturer specializing in large volume production of endoscopic cleaning brushes, cytology brushes, drive wires and stylets. We are dedicated participants in MD&M conferences and always enjoy presenting our design and manufacturing improvements to the medical community. We always look to partner with medical companies seeking the latest in medical brush technology.”

 

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Sanderson MacLeod has a long and proud tradition of employment longevity. Now, more than ever, employees are witnessing the value of their efforts during their tenure with the organization.
The Sanderson MacLeod Leadership Team recognizes the valuable contributions employees are making every day in the organization.

On May 14, 2009, at the company banquet, CEO Eric Sanderson, along with President James Pascale, Vice President Strategy/Development Mark Borsari, and Vice President Administration Linda Mitchell presented the following Service Awards:

Service Award recipients:
Sanford Smith - 30 years
Patricia Ferrell - 30 years
Kevin Bacon - 25 years
Jo-Ann Boutot - 25 years
Christine Marshall - 25 years
Deborah Ward - 25 years
Marian Coupal - 25 years
Denise Quinn - 20 years
John LaBonte - 10 years
James Baker - 5 years
Edwin Hermanson - 5 years

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During the UMASS Spring Semester, a team of Senior Marketing Students participated in an internship with the Senior Management at Sanderson MacLeod. Sanderson MacLeod has always worked collaboratively with local education institutes and these students proved to be among the brightest group to work with company leadership.

The four graduating seniors conducted a Medical Brush Analysis Study and presented the results of the study to Sanderson MacLeod Senior Management. The UMASS interns included Bryan Putney, Carolina Primez, Corey Brooks, and Jill McLaughlin.

Dr. Jim Thereaux (UMass Isenberg School of Business) served as the UMASS faculty liaison working with the students and Sanderson MacLeod staff during the intership.

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Corporate giving is an important benevolent initiative for Sanderson MacLeod. So far, this year, Sanderson MacLeod has help support numerous organizations including Clowning for Kidz, Junior Achievement, Jimmy Fund, and the Monson Free Library.

Giving to the community is a vital part of Sanderson MacLeod’s involvement in the local business landscape. In addition to the organizations they help Sanderson MacLeod also provide support to many local youth programs.

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Medical Show Highlights New Disposable Medical Brushes

 

Palmer, Massachusetts- October 1, 2008- Sanderson MacLeod debuted several new disposable and reusable medical brushes at the Medical Design and Manufacturing tradeshow held in Rosemont, IL recently, said Sanderson MacLeod Vice President Mark N. Borsari. (more…)

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50th Anniversary Celebrated In Essex, CT.

 

Palmer, Massachusetts- September 8, 2008- In celebration of Sanderson MacLeod’s 50th anniversary, the company recently hosted an outing at the Essex Steam Train and Riverboat Museum, reported V.P of Administration Linda Mitchell. (more…)

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