The Impulse Spotlight Episode 12

In this episode we speak with a Senior New Product Development Engineer from Ambu (Am-boo), a Denmark based medical device company specializing in devices for use in anesthetic procedures.

Born in Southern Indiana, he attended the University of Evansville where he excelled both academically and athletically, running Division 1 Cross Country while earning a BS in Mechanical engineering with a minor in Math.

Today he resides in the Indianapolis area with his wife and 2 children, spending his free time involved with the local running community and working as an assistant coach for a nearby high school.

Sam Mires has been with Ambu for 4 years working at the forefront of numerous successful product launches and has a keen insight into the challenges of developing medical devices in a highly regulated industry.

In the episode we explore the development of Ambu's Viral Bacterial Filter, a device designed to enhance patient safety during respiratory use. We discuss details of the development process and look into the technical aspects of the project such as injection mold tooling, process validation, and the importance of cross-functional teamwork.

Furthermore Sam provides insight into the importance of understanding customer needs, the push for sustainable product development, and the trends shaping the future of the medical device industry. Join us as we explore Sam's journey within product development and the lessons he's learned along the way.

To learn more about Ambu, visit https://ambuusa.com
To learn more about Impulse, visit https://impulseproductdevelopment.com