PA Consulting has a long history of working in MedTech and life sciences as engineers, technologists and business consultants. Working with many of the leading global players in surgical robotics, we have a unique position in the market: combining technology development and business consulting at a scale that enables true end-to-end partnerships that evolve with clients.   

Alongside our MedTech practice, as partners to national healthcare providers, we are also experienced in navigating the complexities of reimbursement and public healthcare ecosystems. This perspective helps organisations achieve commercial success by growing novel technologies into propositions that deliver value and are robust, reliable and resilient to future need. 

Scalability is key to approaching digital and data led transformation. With new opportunities emerging to combine platform technologies in robotics with imaging, data and connectivity in truly disruptive ways, developers need partnerships that offer holistic capabilities. Our capability groups span all the key needs of clients in their innovation journey, including: 

• Opportunity discovery and applied science 
• Full system development to ISO13485: 
  • Mechanical design 
  • Software 
  • Hardware  
  • Digital architecture ad cybersecurity 
  • AI augmentation and XR visualisation 
  • Optical systems design  
  • Interface design, UX and HFE 
• Regulatory affairs 
• Organisational transformation 
• Supply chain and logistics 

A project with PA with be technically excellent with a continual commercial focus.

Alva was founded in 2017 in Trondheim, Norway, with a vision of electrifying the world through a unique production technology for electric motors. Since then, the company has been on a mission to accelerate the transition to sustainable solutions across a variety of industries by developing the world’s best & most reliable electric drive systems.

Robotic Surgery

Surgical robots require motors with outstanding precision in combination of strength & compactness. Alva’s cogging-free motors enable surgeons to perceive even the most minuscule movements & forces, providing an unprecedented sense of control during operations.

Alva’s slotless motors combine high efficiency & high torque in a compact package, enabling robot manufacturers to create even more compact solutions with minimal heat development.

Frameless Motors

Alva’s SlimTorq™, the thinnest and lightest torque motor, is a slotless thin-section frameless motor series for high-precision applications. 

FiberPrinting™

Alva’s next-gen electric motors are manufactured by the company’s patented FiberPrinting™ technology. This groundbreaking process enables Alva to rapidly design & manufacture ironless & slotless windings with high copper fill factor for any electric motor or generator, setting a new standard in precision, torque-density & adaptability.

Resense is a Joint Venture between the mechatronics component manufacturer WITTENSTEIN and measurement equipment specialist WIKA that develops and markets miniaturized force and torque sensors. Resense sensors provide pioneering applications in medical technology with A Sense of Touch.

Measuring Across the Robotic System

Force feedback and smooth, ergonomic control are no longer out of reach. With our miniature, high-precision, and modular design, Resense’s force and torque sensors enable entirely new applications.

Integration at the distal end of minimally invasive instruments allows surgeons to feel interaction forces directly at the tool tip, supporting precise control and reducing the risk of tissue trauma. Positioned between the robotic arm and instrument, the sensors detect external forces and enable smooth, hand‑guided operation, further enhancing patient safety.

At the system level, integration into the surgeon console enables intuitive adjustments by interpreting subtle user inputs and translating them into fluid, controlled movements, supporting ergonomic working conditions and improved usability.

Setting New Standards by Design – Resense Force/Torque Sensors

Resense redefines compact, high‑precision sensing through advanced silicon technology and a modular design approach, delivering some of the world’s smallest force/torque sensors with outstanding performance.

• High-End-Technology: High-end silicon strain gauges (500 × 500 µm) with integrated electronics ensure a stable and reliable technology platform
• Modular Design: Generic elementary cells enable efficient customization for application-specific sensor designs
• Compactness: Starting from just 6 mm in diameter, unlocking integration in highly space-constrained systems
• Precision: Force measurement down to 10 mN with low noise, enabling detection of even the smallest signals

Measuring at the Distal-Tip to Unlock Force Feedback

Compact size and a hollow‑shaft design enable seamless integration directly into the shaft of surgical instruments.

By placing the sensor at the point of tool–tissue interaction, forces are measured exactly where they occur, enabling precise, repeatable data acquisition and restoring true force feedback. The hollow‑shaft architecture allows internal cable routing without increasing the outer diameter, ensuring compatibility with existing instrument geometries.

Positioned close to the distal end, the sensor enables high‑accuracy force measurement without altering external workflows, providing a practical path to integrating force feedback into today’s robotic surgical systems.

VANTEDGE: THE METALS EXPERT

Vantedge Medical is your precision partner for metals manufacturing in MedTech, focused exclusively on metals and delivering craftsmanship at scale.

With over 20 years of serving Robotic-Assisted Surgery (RAS) platforms, Vantedge supports the full RAS suite, from robotic arms and surgical instruments to carts, housings, and capital equipment subassemblies. Our fully U.S.-based, vertically integrated capabilities and in-house tool room enable rapid iteration and reliable scalability across complex robotic systems and instrumentation.

From small-format precision machining and metal stamping to automated sheet metal fabrication, large-format machining, and electromechanical assembly, we deliver unmatched expertise to every part, every detail, every finish.

KEY CAPABILITIES FOR SURGICAL ROBOTICS

Small- and Large-Format Precision Machining 

Our precision machining expertise powers the most advanced movements in surgical robotics, enabling intricate, high-performance systems and instrumentation that drive life-saving innovations.

• ISO 13485 Certified
• FDA Registered
• Rapid Precision Prototyping
• Full 5-Axis Machining
• Variety Material Cutting
• Automated precision machining workflows
• ±0.0001 Tolerances

Automated Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication

With highly automated, precision-driven facilities, we deliver sheet metal fabrication solutions, including precision forming, welding, finishing, and structural fabrication engineered for surgical robotics, seamlessly integrated with value-added assembly for complete system builds.

• Robotic structural frames & sub‑frames
• Medical console skins, shells, racks
• Surgeon Consoles
• Patient-side Carts
• Vision Carts
• System enclosures & Chassis

Precision Metal Stamping and Progressive Die Tooling

Backed by more than a century of expertise from Hobson & Motzer, we deliver high-volume, high-precision metal stamping with repeatability, efficiency, and uncompromising quality. Our fully integrated Tool Room designs and builds progressive dies in-house to ensure long-term manufacturing performance.

• Tight Tolerance Progressive Die Stamping
• Straight Side Presses 30- Ton to 180- Ton
• Servo Presses up to 660-Ton
• Knuckle Presses up to 250-ton
• High-Speed Presses
• 50-Person, State-of-the-Art Toolroom

Engineering and NPD Support Through First Step™

Our First Step approach to product development integrates DFM insights from the start, reducing risk, accelerating timelines, and driving smarter solutions from production-relevant prototype to full-scale production.

• Early DFM Insights
• Rapid Precision Prototyping
• Production Scaling
• Integrated engineering support

Pulsed Electro-Chemical Machining (PECM)

Advanced machining for complex geometries and ultra‑fine features delivering burr‑free precision for surgical and robotic components beyond the limits of conventional machining.

Electro-Mechanical Assemblies

Vertically integrated assembly of machined, stamped, fabricated, and purchased components, including cable‑and‑harness assembly, to reduce supplier complexity and ensure precise system alignment.

WHY BUILD WITH VANTEDGE: 

Singular Focus on Metals

Others diversify. We specialize. Our exclusive focus on metals manufacturing means deeper expertise, sharper insights, and precision you won’t find anywhere else.

Precision You Can Count On

We deliver surgical-grade precision that stands up to the highest stakes. Every part, every tool, every finish — crafted to your exacting standards and ready to perform when it counts.

Cutting-Edge Design Methodology

Our First Step™ methodology brings DFM into the earliest stages of development, accelerating timelines, reducing risk, and driving smarter solutions from prototype to production.

U.S.-based Reliability

Our expansive U.S.-based footprint ensures reliability, scalability and speed. With multiple ISO-certified facilities and comprehensive manufacturing capabilities, we keep your supply chain stable, predictable, and close to home.

Trusted Legacy

Backed by over 100 years of precision manufacturing through Hobson & Motzer, we bring proven performance, expert talent, and enduring trust to every part we deliver.

With a 100-year history of providing quality metal parts, the Greene Group is a recognized industry leader in a wide range of metal fabrication processes. In addition to stamping and forming, the Greene Group’s capabilities also include CNC machining, Wire EDM and Metal Injection Molding (MIM). A state-of-the-art manufacturing, sales and support network allows the Greene Group to take an initial product concept, rapidly provide a prototype, then develop a short-run production process – all in record time!

Leading-Edge Solutions with MIM/CIM

Greene Group’s wide range of manufacturing techniques offers special advantages in the areas of medical, surgical, dental and pharmaceutical devices and instruments. Specifically, Metal Injection Molding (MIM) and Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM) are particularly well suited to the manufacture of these products. MIM/CIM delivers the necessary strength and durability at a cost far below that of costly machining and die-casting, and with a level of precision and consistency that medical applications demand.

Virtually any design, regardless of complexity, can be produced in a wide range of available metal alloys, including stainless steel, alloy steels, soft magnetic materials and custom alloys.

Greene Group’s team of technology experts will be happy to assess your requirements and recommend the most appropriate manufacturing technique for your specific needs.

Key Application Areas

• MIS and RAS surgical instrumentation 
• Surgical stapling components
• Biopsy needles and fluid handling
• Endoscopy components
• Needle drivers, clip appliers and graspers
• Capital equipment components

Core Capabilities

• Metal and Ceramic Injection Molding (MIM/CIM)
• Metal Stamping
• Precision CNC machining
• Wire EDM
• Over Molding
• Quick Turn Prototyping
• Automated Assembly
• Secondary Finishing Operations

We’re R2 Surgical. We pioneered the secondary and surplus surgical robotics market and our goal is to continue offering affordable top of the line equipment to all.

We sell the latest robotic systems, including the instruments, endoscopes and accessories, at discounted prices. Work with us and save 30-70% on pre-owned systems! We also buy your older robotic systems and often beat OEM trade-in values.

R2 Surgical believes every working surgical robot deserves a purposeful role in a healthcare setting, not gathering dust in storage or ending up in landfills.

Here’s what we offer:

• Robotic Systems
• Instruments
• Endoscopes
• Cameras
• Obturators/Cannulas
• Cables/Cords
• Accessories
• Disposables/Drapes
• Other related parts

Our customers include hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), research and development companies, academic institutions (including veterinary programs), online resellers with robotic needs, and financing companies looking to sell pre-owned robots.

What sets us apart?

It’s the enduring relationship we foster with our clients. Our commitment doesn’t end with a sale. R2 Surgical provides ongoing support for da Vinci systems, ensuring our clients get the best value from their investments.

This support can include:

• Staff training
• In-surgery proctor training
• Sterilization expertise
• Equipment assistance
• Comprehensive shipping and logistics solutions

All support plans are customizeable for your facility’s needs. For more information, please visit our website at www.R2Surgical.com,  call +1 419-216-9663, or email Ryan Koleda, Sales Manager, at [email protected].

Sony Healthcare Solutions is a trusted source in providing quality 2D, 3D and 4K medical imaging technologies for a variety of medical modalities including minimally invasive and robotic surgery systems. Products range from video cameras and recorders to printers for medical applications, as well as HD, 3D, 4K and 4K 3D monitors. Sony also offers its NUCLeUS platform, a networked digital video-over-IP solution to route video and other important patient data in the OR and across the hospital network for secure access to wherever the information is needed. Long a leader in professional electronics, Sony has harnessed that same expertise to lead the way in medical visualization for nearly 40 years.

With more than 130 years of experience in glass, fiber optics, and lighting, SCHOTT has long been at the forefront of endoscopic technology by helping leaders in the medical device industry develop new light-based surgical tools. We continuously develop customized solutions for fiber optic light and image transfer that meet the highest safety and quality standards. We support you to achieve your development and efficiency goals to bring a med tech product to market that really stands out.

From idea to production, we’re with you every step of the way

Successful engineering demands more than a competent and experienced partner. It demands inspiration and the freedom to implement innovative ideas that are both effective and future-proof. Whether your goal is low- or high-volume production, we help make every development phase as efficient as possible, while optimizing the process and final product. We work collaboratively and with an open mind, helping you stay in sync with the latest developments in the healthcare industry.

Expertise for your med tech solutions

At SCHOTT, we have the global resources and knowledge to open up new possibilities. Yet, it is our overall approach that makes us special: With deep engineering expertise, competence in complex projects, innovative strength, and decades of experience in med tech, we collaborate with you to provide new answers to every challenge.

Tell us your objectives and together we will enhance your product development, providing new answers to your challenges in a reliable, responsive, and flexible way.

Founded in 2020, AcuSurgical is a surgical robotics company based in Montpellier, France. Using precision robotics, the company is making ophthalmic and retinal microsurgery safer and more accessible by giving surgeons the tools to succeed.

AcuSurgical’s mission is to create the new standard of care in eye surgery and bringing top-class treatment to the 300+ million patients suffering from widespread retinal and other eye diseases worldwide.