Kriya Medical Technologies unveils ICHOR Medical Molding System for enhanced blood collection tube production

Kriya Medical Technologies, headquartered in Chennai, has launched the ICHOR Medical Molding System, a fully automated manufacturing system designed to produce 250 million blood collection tubes each year. The unveiling of this advanced machinery took place on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at Kriya Medical’s manufacturing facility located in the Oragadam Industrial Corridor, Chennai. The event was inaugurated by Thiru. DR. T.R.B. Rajaa, Minister for Industries, Investment Promotions and Commerce, Government of Tamil Nadu.

The ICHOR System is a fully integrated, high-speed manufacturing setup for Evacuated Blood Collection Tubes. With a production capacity of 700,000 tubes per day, the system is set to enhance local production capabilities. This development aims to elevate India’s status as a high-tech manufacturing hub, with aspirations to export these products to major markets including the United States, Canada, and Japan.

Thiru. DR. T.R.B. Rajaa commented on the inauguration, “It was my pleasure to inaugurate Kriya Medical Technologies’ highly innovative ICHOR Medical Molding System at their manufacturing facility today at the SIPCOT Medical Devices Park in Oragadam near Chennai. Such one-of-a-kind facilities align perfectly with our Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. MK Stalin’s vision of boosting advanced manufacturing capabilities in the state.”

Anu Moturi, CEO and Founder of Kriya Medical Technologies, highlighted the significance of the ICHOR system in the company’s mission. “Our mission at Kriya is to make quality healthcare accessible to all. The ICHOR system is a crucial part of this mission, allowing us to significantly scale up the production of essential diagnostic and therapeutic tools that can improve the lives of billions worldwide. We believe that every life is valuable, and through the ICHOR system and our other offerings, we are dedicated to being a trusted partner in delivering accessible, high-quality healthcare.”

The ICHOR system operates continuously with full automation and remote monitoring capabilities extending to Canada, Japan, and Luxembourg. The system was developed through a global partnership, with Kriya Medical Technologies overseeing product design and quality standards, while Husky managed the automation and equipment design.