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Metran Development Technology<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Metran, we believe the absolute priority for medical equipment is uncompromising reliability and safety. Our mission is to ensure that both the healthcare professionals operating the equipment and the patients receiving treatment can proceed with absolute confidence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The premium quality of Metran products is driven by our unique Research & Development (R&D) ecosystem. To meticulously address the sophisticated needs of the medical field and swiftly deliver high-quality solutions, Metran makes substantial, forward-looking investments in cutting-edge research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Core Pillars of Our Technology<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Reliability<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

High-tier dependability that medical professionals can trust implicitly in critical environments.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Human-centric engineering designed with patient well-being as the absolute priority.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Forward Investment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Proactive capital injection into R&D to pioneer the future of medical technology.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Driven by Over 40 Years of Ventilator Innovation
Highly Complex Software X Precision Mechanisms X Medical-Grade Manufacturing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Developing life-support systems demands the highest standards of engineering. Leveraging the proprietary technologies and design philosophies we have perfected over four decades of ventilator development, Metran provides end-to-end support\u2014from initial concept and regulatory approval to final manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grounded in our group core belief that “healthcare must never stop,” we bring your medical device concepts to life. Even if your project is currently just a baseline idea, we are ready to collaborate. Feel free to reach out to us for an initial consultation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Comprehensive Development Flow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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STEP 01 | Concept & Requirements Definition<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We organize and refine your initial ideas to build a viable path to market. No prior experience in medical device development is required. Whether you are starting with a simple desire to “create a specific product” or “solve a particular clinical problem,” we help translate your vision into concrete technical requirements\u2014always accounting for patient safety, usability, and the caregiver’s perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drawing from our medical safety design principles, we collaborate with you to clarify the project’s direction, including control systems, safety protocols, and fail-safe redundancies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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STEP 02 | Electrical Design & Embedded Software<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We design electrical architectures and embedded software, specializing in precise sensor and actuator control. Our control systems prioritize rock-solid, stable operation embedded with robust fail-safe measures. Embedded software development is executed in close collaboration with our facility in Vietnam, allowing us to significantly optimize development costs without sacrificing quality.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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STEP 03 | Mechanical & Precision Mechanism Design<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We engineer high-performance mechanisms and enclosures for medical devices, specializing in structures that require complex fluid dynamics, moving parts, and airtight sealing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From day one, we design with manufacturability, ease of assembly, and the entire production lifecycle in mind\u2014striking the perfect balance between engineering feasibility and premium quality. Furthermore, because we house in-house CNC cutting machines and 3D printers, we can rapidly transform designs into tangible prototypes, minimizing rework and reducing prototyping costs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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STEP 04 | Regulatory Affairs & Compliance<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We guide your design and prototyping through a structured workflow fully compliant with ISO 13485 standards. Leveraging our extensive expertise in ventilator compliance, we organize all necessary technical documentation in parallel with the engineering process, ensuring a smooth, predictable path from STED (Summary Technical Documentation) creation to final regulatory submission.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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STEP 05 | Prototyping & Verification<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Once the physical prototype is built, we conduct rigorous verification testing against your performance criteria and product vision. We meticulously evaluate control responsiveness, physical operation, and safety mechanisms. Based on these insights, we collaborate with you to fine-tune the mechanical, electrical, and software components to maximize overall product quality.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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STEP 06 | Precision Component Manufacturing<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We perform high-tolerance precision machining for specialized medical components. Our manufacturing infrastructure is seamlessly equipped to scale from low-volume prototyping to full mass production, ensuring consistent quality at every stage.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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STEP 07 | Specialized Assembly & Manufacturing (Vietnam & Japan)<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Primary assembly and manufacturing take place at our state-of-the-art facility in Vietnam. Through tight, real-time coordination with our Japanese engineering team, we maintain strict quality control while optimizing manufacturing costs. Depending on your product’s specific characteristics, volume, and quality requirements, we also offer flexible options for domestic production in Japan or through trusted partner factories.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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STEP 08 | Mass Production, Optimization & Lifecycle Support<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Our relationship does not end at product launch. In addition to scaling up mass production, we provide agile support for ongoing product improvements, cost-reduction updates, and the development of next-generation derivative models. We are your dedicated partner throughout the entire product lifecycle.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Track Record & Proven Expertise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We possess extensive experience developing critical medical devices related to life support and respiratory management. Our portfolio includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • World-class, piston-type HFO (High-Frequency Oscillatory) ventilators specifically engineered for premature infants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Advanced veterinary ventilators and anesthesia systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • High-efficiency medical oxygen concentrators (1L to 10L capacities).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • High-precision respiratory synchronization devices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Japan\u2019s very first domestically produced CPAP device.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    By seamlessly combining highly complex control software with precision mechanics, we consistently deliver commercial solutions that balance advanced clinical practicality with scalable mass-production feasibility.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Proprietary Metran Components<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    We develop and manufacture proprietary, high-tech components that serve as the building blocks for advanced medical hardware:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    High-Performance Pistons:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    Featured in the Calliope Alpha, this magnetic-joint horizontal piston drastically reduces operating noise compared to conventional mechanical models.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Rotary Valves:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    The heart of the R100. This specialized switching valve converts continuous airflow into high-capacity oscillating flow. Engineered for adults, it delivers durable, high-capacity High-Frequency Oscillatory (HFO) ventilation through masterful flow and pressure switching.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Linear Motors & Pistons:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    Serving as the high-efficiency drive source for the Humming V and Humming X ventilators to power advanced HFO ventilation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Advanced Diaphragms:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    Translates pressure conversions from the rotary valve into precise physical vibrations. Features a user-friendly detachable cartridge design and a transparent dome for excellent clinical visibility and easy maintenance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Hummax (Heated Humidification) Breathing Circuits:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    Utilizing porous polyethylene hollow fibers, this system supplies uniform gas at 100% relative humidity perfectly proportioned to the temperature inside the circuit, completely eliminating insufficient humidity in inhaled gases.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"swell_btn_cv_data":"","_locale":"en_US","_original_post":"https:\/\/metran.zenith-web-creations.com\/?page_id=50","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1141","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","en-US"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.metran.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1141","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.metran.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.metran.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.metran.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.metran.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1141"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.metran.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1141\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1142,"href":"https:\/\/www.metran.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1141\/revisions\/1142"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.metran.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1141"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}