Michael Wall
Michael Wall brings more than 25 years of experience in automation engineering and medical device manufacturing. As the founder of Somex Automation, now an MMT Company, he has helped develop advanced manufacturing systems that enable greater precision, consistency, and throughput for catheter and minimally invasive device production. Today, Wall collaborates with medical device manufacturers worldwide to solve complex manufacturing challenges through innovative automation technologies that accelerate production, improve product quality, and ultimately enhance patient outcomes.
Thursday October 8, 2026
Developing the Devices for the Shrinking Size of Healthcare
Healthcare is getting smaller. That is, the technologies and devices being used to facilitate care, diagnosis, and treatment are shrinking in size. As a result, medical device manufacturers need to determine how best to accommodate this trend. Whether fabricating smaller parts, having less space in which to fit the necessary components, or adjusting production techniques to accommodate new outputs, miniaturization impacts almost everyone. With this in mind, panelists will discuss how this trend is affecting manufacturing and share best practices to help ensure accuracy and repeatability without significant increases in costs or time to market.
Moderated by Brent Hahn.