Blog Archives

2026-07-23 | Blog

Optimizing Diagnostic Workflows Starts with Selecting the Right Pre-analytical Materials

Pre-analytical materials, used for sample collection and preparation, play a critical role in diagnostic assay development. But no single material…

2026-05-27 | Blog

Rethinking MedTech: How Material Innovation is Reshaping Device Development

Medical device development is rarely held back for lack of need or innovation. More often, delays happen because devices lack adequate components. From regulatory setbacks and…

2026-04-27 | Blog

Why Collection Material Matters: Optimizing DNA Yield in self-collected samples

Self-collection is reshaping the future of molecular diagnostics. From HPV screening to colorectal cancer screening and other nucleic acid–based tests,…

2026-04-15 | Blog

Porex Featured in Nature for Sample Collection from Alternative Sample Types

Diagnostics is undergoing a persistent shift towards point-of-care testing, revolutionizing the traditional model of centralized laboratory diagnostics. The integration of…

2026-04-13 | Blog

Achieving Cost Savings & Enhancing Inhaler Performance with Porex Porous Polymers

Inhaler manufacturers have found a valuable solution in porous polymers to enhance device performance and reduce costs. These versatile components…

2026-04-12 | Blog

Introduction to Pore Size & Flow in Porous Media

In porous plastics, pores are the solid surface openings through which gases, liquids, and smaller particles can flow. The morphology—size,…

2026-04-12 | Blog

What Makes a Plug-In Air Freshener Work?

Most people don’t realize that porous polymers are the science behind many products we use daily. When asked what Porex…

2026-04-12 | Blog

Filtration Efficiency: What Is It and Why It’s Important

Filtration efficiency is a critical factor in many industries and plays a vital role in ensuring the filters work efficiently.…

2026-04-12 | Blog

ASTM Standard Specification for Disposable, Plastic Serological Pipet

This ASTM standard specification covers disposable plastic serological pipets, calibrated “to deliver” when measuring volumes of liquids.

2026-04-12 | Blog

Advancing Healthcare Safety Through Enhanced Viral Filtration in Medical Devices

Porex’s diverse membrane portfolio can address your venting and filtration needs with unmatched reliability and innovation. Our guide highlights the…

2024-04-24 | Blog

What Is the Difference Between ePTFE and Sintered PTFE?

Understand the difference between two types of porous PTFE - ePTFE and sintered PTFE - and how their individual benefits…

2024-02-28 | Blog

What Is Microfiltration? Purpose, Types & Use Cases

Microfiltration technologies have transformed various industries, including healthcare and manufacturing, by efficiently separating micron-sized particles from solutions. At the core…

2024-02-28 | Automotive

Adhesive Membrane Solutions for Venting and Filtration

Venting and filtration solutions are vital components in various industries, ensuring optimal performance and product integrity. Among these solutions, adhesive…