ICU Medical is a renowned world leader in medical device manufacturing, recognized for its broad offering of products for drug delivery and infusion systems.

The company began operations in Costa Rica in 1999 and since then has maintained a significant presence in the country through a manufacturing plant specialized in the production of drug delivery systems, infusion kits and intelligent infusion pumps.

Through several expansions, ICU Medical has consolidated 13 manufacturing facilities in one location in Costa Rica, establishing itself as one of the leading exporters of drug delivery systems in the country and globally.

Full service: the Costa Rican manufacturing plant maintains full vertical integration, with 10 rooms, 63 molding presses (used for plastic and silicone molding), 5 extruders, extensive automation capabilities, a maintenance and metalworking shop for its equipment, and an in-house sterilization system.

The specialization of the Costa Rican operation is so well established that infusion pumps are even programmed in a multitude of languages to suit their end use in hospitals and clinics around the world. In addition, the company offers comprehensive technical support to end users for all its products.

Relevant data:

• 680,000 sq. ft. plant
• 2,600 employees
• 10 clean rooms
• In-house sterilization capacity