Brevet: Precision Medical & Biopharma Fluid Connectors | Custom Manufacturing
Brevet: Precision Medical & Biopharma Fluid Connectors | Custom Manufacturing
At Brevet, engineering is not just a department; it’s the very core of our DNA. For almost half of a century, we’ve been at the forefront of precision fluid connector design and manufacturing, transforming complex challenges into innovative, high-performance solutions. Our dedicated team of engineers combines unparalleled expertise with cutting-edge technology to ensure every custom connector and adapter meets the most stringent requirements for accuracy, reliability, and safety.
Brevet’s engineering philosophy is centered on relentless innovation and an unwavering commitment to precision. We don’t just manufacture connectors; we engineer solutions. From initial concept generation and feasibility studies to advanced prototyping and rigorous validation, our in-house engineering team employs a comprehensive approach to custom component design. Leveraging decades of collective experience, we partner with you to navigate the complexities of material selection, design optimization, and manufacturing scalability, ensuring your specialized fluid components perform flawlessly in the most demanding applications. Our goal is to bring your most challenging fluid handling visions to life with unparalleled accuracy.
Brevet’s expertise extends deep into material science, understanding the unique properties of advanced polymers to select and process them for optimal performance in critical fluid applications. Brevet’s manufacturing capabilities are powered by state-of-the-art machinery and highly skilled technicians, ensuring supreme quality and consistency for both rigid and flexible connector solutions.
Our medical-grade polycarbonate connectors are specifically engineered to be biocompatible and non-leaching, making them the material of choice for the highest-grade, cost-effective, medical and food safety applications where fluid integrity is paramount. Its inherent rigidity ensures precise alignment and robust performance in demanding systems.
Our food-grade and medical-grade PVC connectors are rigorously tested to ensure they’re non-toxic and non-reactive with a wide range of fluids, safeguarding fluid integrity across diverse uses. This material’s adaptability makes it ideal for connecting fluids safely in systems requiring easy installation, vibration dampening, and reliable, leak-proof seals under various conditions.
Our structured approach ensures precision, quality, and efficiency from concept to delivery.
Brevet’s manufacturing capabilities are powered by state-of-the-art machinery and highly skilled technicians, ensuring supreme quality and consistency for both rigid and flexible connector solutions.
Brevet’s engineering team is ready to collaborate. From concept to production, we are equipped to transform your specifications into high-quality, compliant, and cost-effective fluid solutions. Leverage our advanced manufacturing capabilities and decades of experience.
Collaborative ideation, needs assessment, initial feasibility study
Detailed 3D modeling, material selection, rapid prototyping (3D printing, CNC machining)
Precision mold design, manufacturing of injection molds or specialized tooling.
Automated injection molding (PC) or specialized molding (PVC), cleanroom operations, assembly (if needed).
Rigorous in-process and final inspection, dimensional testing, performance validation, regulatory compliance checks.
On-time delivery, ongoing technical support, continuous improvement.
With almost 50 years of experience at the forefront of manufacturing highest-quality connectors and adapters, Brevet stands as a beacon of expertise in the fluid handling sector. Our legacy is built on a deep understanding of fluid dynamics, material science, and precision manufacturing. We’ve not just witnessed the evolution of industries; we’ve actively contributed to it, helping hundreds of companies overcome complex challenges and bring groundbreaking products to market.
Brevet offers comprehensive engineering services from concept and requirements definition, through precision design (CAD/CAM) and prototyping, to advanced tooling design and full-scale manufacturing. We specialize in transforming unique fluid handling challenges into custom, high-performance connector solutions.
We specialize in Polycarbonate for rigid, high-strength, and optically clear connectors (ideal for medical and demanding applications), and Flexible PVC for adaptable, chemical-resistant, and easily installed solutions. Both are processed to meet stringent medical-grade and food-grade safety standards, ensuring fluid integrity.
Our precision is ensured through advanced injection molding machines, robotics automation, and meticulous tooling design. Quality is guaranteed by rigorous in-process and final inspections, dimensional testing, and adherence to our ISO 13485 certified quality management system.
Absolutely. With nealy 50 years of combined expertise, our engineering team excels at custom connector manufacturing. We collaborate closely with clients to understand specific requirements, design unique solutions, and bring complex concepts to life, even for the most intricate or demanding applications.
To initiate the design process for a custom connector with Brevet, providing comprehensive details upfront helps us develop the perfect solution efficiently. Key information that is incredibly helpful for our engineering team includes:
Application & Intended Use: A clear description of where and how the connector will be used (e.g., specific medical device, bioprocessing system, industrial fluid transfer).
Fluid & Environment Compatibility: The type of fluid(s) that will pass through the connector, as well as the environmental conditions it will operate in (e.g., temperature, chemicals).
Performance Specifications: Critical requirements such as pressure ratings, desired flow rates, connection integrity expectations, and expected lifespan.
Material Preferences or Constraints: Any specific materials required (e.g., medical-grade, biocompatible, chemical-resistant) or materials to be avoided.
Sterilization Needs: If the connector requires sterilization, please specify the method(s) (e.g., gamma, EtO, autoclave).
Interface & Integration: How the connector will integrate with existing components (e.g., tubing dimensions, port types, connection standards).
Volume Estimates: Anticipated production volumes (e.g., prototype, pilot run, large-scale production).
Existing Designs or Concepts: Any preliminary sketches, CAD models, or even detailed verbal descriptions you may have.
Our engineering team will then collaborate closely with you, leveraging these insights to translate your unique requirements into a precise, high-performance custom connector design.
While Makrolon® Rx2530 is indeed a type of polycarbonate, it’s a highly specialized medical-grade variant designed for the most demanding applications.
The key differences are:
Biocompatibility: Rx2530 offers superior biocompatibility, meeting stringent standards like ISO 10993-1 and USP Class VI for direct contact with sensitive biological fluids and tissues. Standard polycarbonates may not meet these elevated requirements.
Sterilization Resistance: Rx2530 provides enhanced sterilization resistance, particularly to gamma irradiation, with significantly less yellowing and better retention of mechanical properties compared to many standard polycarbonates. It also withstands EtO and steam sterilization well.
Application Focus: Standard polycarbonate is excellent for general applications requiring durability and clarity. Rx2530, however, is specifically engineered for critical medical devices, in-vitro diagnostics, and other sensitive fluid pathways where ultimate patient safety, material integrity after sterilization, and visual clarity are paramount.
Visual Distinction: Rx2530 is often recognized by its distinct subtle purple tint, which can also aid in material identification.
Our deep engineering expertise allows us to act as a seamless extension of your R&D team. We bring proven problem-solving abilities, material science knowledge, and manufacturing insights to accelerate your new product development cycle, reduce risks, and ensure your custom fluid components are optimized for performance, compliance, and manufacturability.
