Lamination supplies form the backbone of high-quality prosthetic and orthotic device production. They include a wide range of reinforcement fabrics, tapes, and resins used to create durable, lightweight, and patient-specific devices. Through lamination, technicians combine these materials under vacuum and resin systems to produce strong, custom-molded sockets, braces, and structural components.
In prosthetics, lamination supplies are essential for fabricating definitive sockets, flexible inner liners, pylons, and adapters, ensuring the right balance of strength, flexibility, and comfort. In orthotics, they are used in the production of AFOs, KAFOs, spinal orthoses, and protective shells, where durability and lightweight construction are critical for patient mobility.
Typical supplies in this category include:
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Stockinettes (Perlon, Nylon, Nyglass, Carbon): Provide reinforcement, resin absorption, and smooth finishes.
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Carbon Cloths & Tapes: Deliver high-strength, lightweight reinforcement for load-bearing components.
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Resins (Epoxy, Acrylic, Polyester): Bind reinforcement layers into solid, durable laminates.
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Lamination Accessories (PVA bags, hoses, valves): Enable controlled vacuum lamination for precise, consistent results.
By using the right combination of lamination supplies, prosthetists and orthotists can produce devices that are lightweight, durable, and tailored to individual patient needs, supporting long-term performance and comfort.
