Stratasys Direct’s New ISO 13485 Certification Meets Stringent Regulatory Requirements Essential for Medical Device Manufacturers

Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSYS) today announced that its Stratasys Direct manufacturing facility in Tuscon, Arizona has achieved ISO 13485 certification, a globally recognized standard for quality management systems in medical device manufacturing. Stratasys plans to extend this certification to its other Stratasys Direct manufacturing facilities in Texas and Minnesota.

By achieving ISO 13485 certification, Stratasys Direct is formally recognized for its safety, precision, and reliability of its 3D-printed components. This certification addresses critical regulatory requirements, removing barriers to adoption and enabling medical device manufacturers to scale production reliably while accelerating innovation, reducing costs, and improving patient outcomes.

Stratasys Direct 3D prints multiple components for the medical industry making complex geometries and patient-specific components that traditional methods cannot achieve.

"ISO 13485 certification is a game-changer for medical manufacturing," said Gurvinder Kahlon, General Manager and Vice President, Stratasys Direct. "This achievement reflects our commitment to delivering solutions that not only meet rigorous regulatory standards but also empower the medical industry to innovate faster and deliver better patient care."

Stratasys Direct has been a trusted partner to the medical field for years, delivering custom 3D-printed models and components. The ISO 13485 certification builds on that legacy, positioning 3D printing as an essential tool for the medical device industry. By adopting 3D printing, medical manufacturers can reduce development times, create highly customized components, and innovate faster than with traditional manufacturing methods. Stratasys Direct's ISO 13485 certification provides a clear pathway to regulatory compliance, ensuring consistent quality and expanding market access for these advanced manufacturing solutions.

Stratasys Direct will showcase its capabilities and commitment to the medical industry at MD&M West, taking place February 4-6, 2025, in Anaheim, California.

About Stratasys

Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products, and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world's leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care.

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