Product Development, Manufacturing & MedTech Consulting
I navigate innovative companies through the complexities of new product introduction, multi-site manufacturing alignment, and design controls. Based in Hong Kong, connecting APAC and global clients.
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Hands-on product development and manufacturing consulting from prototype to volume production, built on 17 years in regulated industry.
From concept to production-ready, ensuring your design is optimized for manufacturability, quality, and cost before the first tool is made.
Aligning multi-site operations, building process discipline, and driving operational excellence across your manufacturing network.
Building resilient supplier networks and quality systems that withstand the demands of a global customer base.
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17 years taking products from concept through volume production in the medical device industry.
My name is Jürgen Van Vlem (范宥耿), Chief Technical Advisor in product development and manufacturing with deep MedTech roots and a broad technological lens.
I hold a Master's degree - magna cum laude - from KU Leuven, Europe's most innovative university according to Reuters and a top 100 university globally according to Times Higher Education, ARWU/Shanghai ranking, and QS World University Rankings. As an inventor on multiple patents covering medical devices ranging from implantable hearing prostheses to portable endoscopes, I bring both academic excellence and proven innovation capabilities to every project.
I take devices from idea to stable production, developing the manufacturing network, qualifying the supply base, and orchestrating cross‑regional plant alignment to improve reliability and cost.
Akros Machina combines the Greek ἄκρος (peak, topmost) and Latin machina (device). It epitomizes the highest standard in device performance through rigorous execution.
Whether you're launching a new product, scaling production across sites, or navigating supply chain complexity in APAC — I'd welcome the conversation.
Send me an email with a brief description of your project or challenge. I'll respond within 24 hours to schedule a free introductory call.
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