Thermal Incubator Cover
Customer
Since 2001
The Challenge
International Biomedical’s innovative line of incubators plays a vital role in neonatal and perinatal care, helping maintain a stable, controlled environment for the most vulnerable patients. One essential component? The thermal cover, which helps maintain optimal temperature and reduce heat loss.
When their previous manufacturer retired, International Biomedical needed a new partner who could not only replicate the product but improve upon it. LJ Design & Manufacturing was already producing low-volume sewn items for them, making us a natural choice to take on the more complex thermal cover.
Engineering Know-How
As with all new projects, this one began with a technical deep dive from our engineering team. The thermal cover needed to include multiple easy-access points, allowing caregivers to interact with both the incubator and infant without removing the entire cover—minimizing heat loss and maintaining stability.
We also introduced a more advanced manufacturing process. The previous supplier relied on hand-cutting methods; we implemented programmable cutting technology to improve precision, consistency, and efficiency. Our sourcing team also recommended updated materials that gave the cover a more refined, cleaner appearance.
International Biomedical had long hoped to offer a version with magnet closures. The original Velcro® system was functional but noisy and cumbersome, too easily disturbing tiny patients. They hadn’t found a partner who could make it happen—until they collaborated with our engineering team. We solved the challenge by designing a version with soft magnetic closures that open quietly and easily—a feature now increasingly favored by their customers.
Collaboration & Shared Expertise
International Biomedical values the technical insight and sewn product expertise LJ Design & Manufacturing brings to the table. Over time, our partnership has grown. Today, we support an ever-expanding range of their sewn product lines. This is an ongoing collaboration built on shared purpose and complementary capabilities.
Together, we continue to advance neonatal care through thoughtful design, precision engineering, and dependable manufacturing.