We are excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership between Qwadra, a global leader in digital solutions for the orthotics and prosthetics (O&P) sector, and Create it REAL, a pioneer in 3D printing technology. This collaboration brings together cutting-edge technologies to transform the way healthcare professionals design and produce custom orthopedic devices.
Innovation in 3D Printing for Orthotics and Prosthetics
Qwadra’s Sona Flex and Sona Edge 3D printers will now integrate Create it REAL’s multi-patented Programmable FoamⓇ technology, enabling clinicians to create highly customized and patient-specific devices with enhanced precision, speed, and flexibility. This partnership is a game changer for the O&P sector, offering tailored solutions that improve patient comfort and therapeutic effectiveness.
SONA Edge: Designed to manage different zones of rigidity and flexibility, Sona Edge allows for the creation of custom orthopedic corsets that ensure an optimal fit for each patient.
SONA Flex: With the ability to control foam density, Sona Flex is ideal for producing devices like custom seating and mattresses, balancing comfort and medical needs.
A Technological Leap Toward Sustainability
In addition to advancing the quality of orthopedic care, this partnership promotes sustainability. By reducing production times and material waste, Qwadra and Create it REAL are committed to fostering a more circular economy in healthcare. This new approach significantly reduces the environmental impact of O&P device production, aligning with global goals for responsible manufacturing.
“This partnership with Create it REAL reinforces our position as a leader in 3D printing innovation for the orthotics sector,” said Luc Boronat, CEO of Qwadra. “The ability to manage rigidity and density in our Sona printers allows practitioners to produce custom devices that maximize both comfort and therapeutic effectiveness, while also reducing waste and embracing a future of responsible production.”
Jacob Nissen, CEO of Create it REAL, added, “We are on a digitalization journey with the goal of making the future greener. This partnership with Qwadra is a major step in integrating CAD systems with advanced 3D printing technologies, benefiting both consumers and the planet through sustainable production methods.”
About Create it REAL
Based in Denmark, Create it REAL specializes in advanced 3D printing solutions that enable healthcare professionals to mass-customize orthopedic devices with low-waste production methods. Their mission is to make 3D printing accessible and user-friendly, empowering healthcare providers to focus on personalized patient care.
To read more details about this partnership, you can download the official press release [here].
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