Evolvecomp™ X3 Fiber reinforced composite pellets
Bioactive Reinforcement for OEMs and Next-Generation Orthopaedic Implants
Evolvecomp™ composites combine ABM’s X3 natural mineral fibers with a bioresorbable polymer matrix, creating high-performance materials engineered for orthopedic fixation, trauma implants, and bioabsorbable device components. The ultra-thin mineral fibers provide exceptional bioactivity, supporting performance while stimulating bone integration and healing. Thanks to ABM’s proprietary composite technology, Evolvecomp™ materials achieve optimal adhesion between polymer and fiber, ensuring consistency and reliability in manufacturing.
Engineered for Orthopedic and Trauma Applications
- Osteoconductive mineral fiber reinforcement promotes natural bone regeneration and osseointegration.
- Controlled degradation kinetics align with bone healing cycles, eliminating the need for implant removal.
- Process versatility: Suitable for injection molding, extrusion, and compression molding of implant-grade devices.
- High mechanical integrity: Up to 40 ± 5 wt-% X3 fiber content provides strength and stiffness for demanding orthopedic applications.
- Material reliability: Low monomer content and inherent viscosity ensure predictable melt flow and long-term stability.
Each grade is manufactured under ISO 13485-certified conditions in Finland, ensuring global compliance for OEM medical device manufacturing.
Applications in Advanced Bioresorbable Devices
Evolvecomp™ materials enable OEMs to design and manufacture:
- Interference screws for ACL and PCL reconstructions
- Suture anchors and fixation systems for sports medicine
- Plates, pins, and spacers for trauma repair
The combination of mechanical reinforcement and biological functionality provides a scientifically validated foundation for next-generation, metal-free orthopedic devices.
Proven Biocompatibility and Safety
All Evolvecomp™ materials are tested under ISO 10993-1 biological evaluation standards. They demonstrate no cytotoxic or systemic toxic effects, and maintain a neutral pH microenvironment that supports osteoblast activity and bone mineralization. Each production batch is accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis, ensuring traceability, purity, and full compliance with ICH Q3D elemental impurity limits.
Partner with Arctic Biomaterials
ABM supports OEMs in developing next-generation bioresorbable medical devices with verified performance, regulatory readiness, and scalable manufacturing expertise. Our Evolvecomp™ portfolio bridges biomaterial science and clinical innovation, enabling devices that integrate, heal, and disappear.
Technical Information
Study results from Optimized ACL screw samples made from Evolvecomp™
compared with PLGA + β-TCP and PDLLA and PLDLA ACL implants
(1) Salmoria G. V. et al. Properties of injection-molded poly (L-co-D, L-lactic acid) using different melt temperatures and stress concentrator in the specimen geometry. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology (2018).
(2) Perego G. et al. Effect of molecular weight and crystallinity on poly(lactic acid) mechanical properties. Journal of Applied Polymer Science 59, 37-43, 1996.



