{"id":8348,"date":"2025-03-04T09:45:52","date_gmt":"2025-03-04T08:45:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brain4industry.cz\/reference\/efficient-machine-maintenance-using-artificial-intelligence-in-benes-a-lat-s-r-o\/"},"modified":"2025-03-04T10:47:16","modified_gmt":"2025-03-04T09:47:16","slug":"innovation-in-orthotics-a-groundbreaking-change-for-ergona-opava","status":"publish","type":"case-study","link":"https:\/\/brain4industry.cz\/en\/reference\/innovation-in-orthotics-a-groundbreaking-change-for-ergona-opava\/","title":{"rendered":"Innovation in Orthotics: A&nbsp;Groundbreaking Change for Ergona Opava s.r.o."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>INITIAL SITUATION<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The previously used orthoses had a&nbsp;<strong>massive structure<\/strong> that reduced patient comfort. Traditional manufacturing methods resulted in <strong>long delivery times and high material consumption<\/strong>, negatively impacting costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The weight of the orthosis reached <strong>up to 1.75&nbsp;kg<\/strong>, production was <strong>time-consuming<\/strong>, and the total cost per unit was <strong>high<\/strong>. In the <strong>competitive medical device market<\/strong>, it was necessary to find an <strong>innovative solution<\/strong> that would enhance <strong>patient comfort while enabling more efficient production<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A market solution needed to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 <strong>Reduce the weight of the orthosis<\/strong> and improve its ergonomics.<br>\u2714 <strong>Accelerate the production process<\/strong> and shorten delivery times.<br>\u2714 <strong>Lower manufacturing costs<\/strong> to provide a&nbsp;more affordable alternative without compromising quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SOLUTION: THE COLLABORATION PROCESS<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In collaboration with <strong>Brain4Industry experts<\/strong>, an entirely new solution was developed, leveraging <strong>advanced digital technologies and additive manufacturing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key innovation steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 <strong>Selection of biocompatible materials<\/strong> \u2013 ensuring durability, longevity, and patient safety.<br>\u2714 <strong>Implementation of SLS&nbsp;(Selective Laser Sintering) technology<\/strong> \u2013 enabling precise and cost-effective production with minimal waste.<br>\u2714 <strong>Structural optimization using simulations<\/strong> \u2013 redesigning joints and structural elements to enhance the orthosis\u2019s functionality.<br>\u2714 <strong>Custom-designed joint mechanism<\/strong> \u2013 Brain4Industry developed and prototyped an innovative joint that allows <strong>adjustable movement range or complete fixation<\/strong>, tailored to the patient\u2019s needs.<br>\u2714 The joint was designed and <strong>manufactured using SLM&nbsp;technology from stainless steel<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Watch the video case study:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video height=\"1080\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1920 \/ 1080;\" width=\"1920\" controls src=\"https:\/\/brain4industry.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/final_ergona-case-study-1.mp4\"><\/video><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>RESULT: WHAT ERGONA OPAVA GAINED FROM THE COLLABORATION<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to an <strong>innovative approach and modern technologies<\/strong>, significant improvements were achieved:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 <strong>Radical weight reduction<\/strong> \u2013 the new orthosis now weighs <strong>less than 400 g<\/strong>, making it <strong>over 75% lighter<\/strong> than the previous version.<br>\u2705 <strong>Faster production<\/strong> \u2013 reduced from several months to just <strong>two weeks<\/strong>.<br>\u2705 <strong>Lower costs<\/strong> \u2013 the redesigned orthosis is <strong>over 20% more affordable<\/strong>, with a&nbsp;production cost now below <strong>CZK 35,000<\/strong>.<br>\u2705 <strong>Competitive advantage<\/strong> \u2013 the enhanced product opens <strong>new opportunities for global market expansion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>THE FUTURE OF ORTHOTIC INNOVATION<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This successful project demonstrates how <strong>digital transformation and additive manufacturing<\/strong> can significantly enhance not only products but also overall manufacturing efficiency. The <strong>Brain4Industry approach<\/strong> enables companies to <strong>test and implement new technologies without high upfront investment<\/strong>, unlocking further innovation potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\ude80 <strong>Want to innovate too?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s <strong>medical devices, industrial components, or specialized parts<\/strong>, <strong>Brain4Industry<\/strong> can help bring <strong>your ideas to life<\/strong>. Contact us today, and together, we\u2019ll find the right solution to <strong>drive your business forward!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>INITIAL SITUATION The previously used orthoses had a&nbsp;massive structure that reduced patient comfort. 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