FabRx Turns Magic Candy Factory 3D Printers into Medicine Makers
Laura McQuarrie — December 9, 2017 — Life-Stages
References: kickstarter & 3dprinting
FabRx, a London-based company, has come up with an inventive way of transforming candy-producing 3D printers into personalized medicine makers.
While the Magic Candy Factory 3D printer was originally developed to produce custom candy treats, the repurposed design from FabRx introduces a new way for medicine to be made, especially for sick children who are often resistant to take the remedies they need to get better. With the machine, a variety of uniquely shaped treats can be made, including medicinal tablets, capsules and chewables.
FabRx is now introducing its 3D printer for hospitals, clinics and pharmacies to the world on Kickstarter, with funds from backers going to support software development and the production of a working prototype of the modified Magic Candy Factory printer.
While the Magic Candy Factory 3D printer was originally developed to produce custom candy treats, the repurposed design from FabRx introduces a new way for medicine to be made, especially for sick children who are often resistant to take the remedies they need to get better. With the machine, a variety of uniquely shaped treats can be made, including medicinal tablets, capsules and chewables.
FabRx is now introducing its 3D printer for hospitals, clinics and pharmacies to the world on Kickstarter, with funds from backers going to support software development and the production of a working prototype of the modified Magic Candy Factory printer.
Trend Themes
1. Personalized Medicine - The repurposing of candy-producing 3D printers for personalized medicine presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in healthcare.
2. Child-friendly Medication - The use of uniquely shaped treats, such as chewables and medicinal tablets, made by the modified 3D printer creates a disruptive innovation opportunity for improving medication acceptance among sick children.
3. 3D Printing in Healthcare - The application of 3D printing technology in hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies, as demonstrated by FabRx, presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for customized medication production.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - The use of repurposed 3D printers in personalized medicine manufacturing disrupts the healthcare industry.
2. Pharmaceutical - The development of a modified 3D printer for medication production introduces a disruptive innovation opportunity in the pharmaceutical industry.
3. Technology - The integration of 3D printing technology into the healthcare sector, specifically medication production, presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the technology industry.
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