MEDTEC Japan 2026 – Medical Device Design & Manufacturing Exhibition (Tokyo)

2026年4月竤泰前進東京Medtec Japan醫療技術設計製造展

展會聚焦醫療器材設計與製造的未來趨勢，預計吸引超過 500 家參展商（含公部門、OEM/ODM、電子零組件、安全與醫療保健等），並與約 20,000 名參觀者互動。

The Technology Behind Clearer CT Imaging

Precision Beyond Conventional Manufacturing

A breakthrough solution designed to address two of the greatest challenges in next-generation medical device development: the limitations of microfabrication and the rapidly increasing cost and lead time of R&D prototyping.

Tasks once considered impossible with conventional precision machining or mold-based manufacturing—such as producing pure tungsten 2D honeycomb structures and components with extremely high aspect ratios—can now be realized as monolithic parts through Micro Metal Additive Manufacturing (Micro Metal 3D Printing). During this presentation, we will unveil for the first time how this technology enables medical device developers to accelerate product commercialization with development cycles reduced to just one-tenth of those required by traditional manufacturing methods.

A key focus will be the latest development case study of Anti-Scatter Grids (ASGs) for next-generation Computed Tomography systems, particularly Photon-Counting CT (PCCT). This innovative manufacturing approach simultaneously fulfills the stringent requirements of Japanese medical device manufacturers for both ultra-high precision and accelerated development efficiency.

Through collaboration between Taiwan and Japan, we aim to shorten the path from concept validation to mass production while proposing a new model for a globally integrated medical component supply chain. By combining advanced additive manufacturing capabilities with cross-border engineering expertise, we believe this approach will open new possibilities for the future of medical device innovation.

One of the key components influencing image quality in Computed Tomography (CT) systems is the Anti-Scatter Grid.

Its role is to block scattered X-rays before they reach the detector, reducing image noise and improving contrast and diagnostic accuracy. As medical imaging systems continue to demand higher resolution, the precision and manufacturing quality of anti-scatter grids have become increasingly critical.

However, producing ultra-thin, high-density, micron-scale structures required for next-generation grids has pushed conventional manufacturing technologies to their limits.

Leveraging Pure Tungsten Metal Additive Manufacturing, HTT has successfully developed ultra-precision anti-scatter grid structures that were previously impossible to manufacture using traditional processes.

Through metal 3D printing technology, HTT can produce highly complex geometries with micron-level precision, extremely thin walls, and dense structural arrangements. This breakthrough not only overcomes conventional manufacturing constraints but also reduces development lead time to approximately one-tenth of that required by traditional methods, significantly accelerating product development and validation.

Leveraging Pure Tungsten Metal Additive Manufacturing, HTT has successfully developed ultra-precision Anti-Scatter Grid structures that are difficult—or even impossible—to achieve through conventional manufacturing methods.

By utilizing advanced metal additive manufacturing technology, HTT has realized complex geometries featuring micron-level precision, ultra-thin wall structures, and high-density configurations. This breakthrough not only overcomes the limitations of traditional fabrication processes but also reduces product development lead time to approximately one-tenth of that required by conventional methods, significantly accelerating the research, validation, and commercialization of medical imaging components.

How was this innovation achieved?

From April 21–23, 2026, HTT will present the complete development case study at Tokyo Big Sight, showcasing the innovative application of Pure Tungsten metal 3D printing for Anti-Scatter Grids used in advanced medical imaging systems.

For further technical information or partnership opportunities, please feel free to contact us. Our team will be pleased to provide prompt assistance and detailed technical support.