San Jose, California-based Outset’s new sterilization method for the cartridge utilized in the Tablo system includes starting cartridge production through a manufacturing partner in Mexico, facilitating the localization of the cartridge in addition to the Tablo console, in North America.
According to a news release, FDA clearance allows for the new location to reduce the need for expensive and capacity-constrained air freight delivery of the cartridges, simplifying distribution and logistics for Outset, its customers and its patients.
Outset said another benefit to the FDA clearance is the ability to start using an eco-friendly cartridge sterilization method through E-beam non-ionizing technology. E-beam can be produced on-demand and does not involve toxic or potentially explosive chemicals, the…