OEM Solutions
Integrate the BEP™ compression module into your devices
A modular, patent-pending biomechanical technology designed for integration into wearable medical devices, abdominal support systems, medical textiles, and metabolic health platforms.
A self-contained compression assembly ready for integration
The Extra-Parietal Balloon (BEP™) is not just a component — it is a complete compression sub-assembly that can be embedded into a host device. It includes the inflatable structure, the compressive shield with reinforcement blades, the inflation system (manual pump + flexible tube), and the deflation valve.
The module is designed to be removable or permanently integrated, depending on the host device architecture. It can be housed in an internal pocket, bonded to the inner surface, or integrated into the textile structure itself.
Engineering parameters for integration planning
Compression assembly
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Active surface | 80 – 160 cm² | Triangular or flattened ovoid geometry |
| Upper angle | 60° – 90° | Aligned with xiphoid process |
| Lower angles | 45° – 60° | Following costal margins |
| Operating pressure | 0 – 20 Torr | User-adjustable via manual pump |
| Useful volume | 300 – 1,500 cm³ | Extra-large variant available on OEM specification |
| Width | 8 – 25 cm | Depending on size variant |
| Height | 4 – 20 cm | Depending on size variant |
Reinforcement system
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Compressive shield | Semi-rigid (polycarbonate or polyurethane) | Molded, covers inflatable element |
| Reinforcement blades | 5 – 7 segmented blades | Aluminum or composite, removable |
| Blade housing | Textile sleeves, stitched or sealed | Replaceable configuration |
| Optional annular ring | Polycarbonate / polyurethane molded | Vertical grooving for controlled flexibility |
Inflation system
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pump | Manual, integrated | No external power source required |
| Conduit | Flexible watertight tube | Medical-grade, low-deformation |
| Deflation | Manual valve | Controlled, progressive release |
| Safety | Optional pressure-limiting valve | Prevents over-inflation |
| Max pumps by size | ~35 / ~45 / ~55 | Mechanical limit, not usage target |
Multiple form factors, one compression principle
The BEP™ module is designed for adaptation across different host architectures. Key integration decisions involve the attachment method, the textile interface, and the level of modularity required.
The BEP™ assembly is housed in a dedicated internal pocket on the host garment. It can be inserted, removed, and replaced independently. Attachment via hook-and-loop (Velcro) or equivalent system. Easiest integration path.
The BEP™ is permanently attached to the inner surface of the host device. The compression assembly becomes an integral part of the garment structure. Suitable for dedicated medical devices.
Replace the inflatable balloon with a thermoformed or injection-molded foam cushion (EVA, PE, or expanded PP). Fixed compression, no inflation system needed. Simplified manufacturing for high-volume applications.
The inflatable pocket filled with liquid instead of air, enabling compression through fluid pressure. Alternative tactile properties and pressure distribution. For specialized clinical applications.
Textile architecture for optimal compression transfer
The effectiveness of the BEP™ module depends on the mechanical properties of the host garment. GASTER control® provides detailed textile engineering guidelines for OEM partners to ensure optimal compression transfer and patient comfort.
Differentiated zone architecture
Frontal zone (compression plane): Low-extensibility materials forming a stable backing for the BEP™ assembly. Recommended: laminated PVC, reinforced nylon, or equivalent technical textiles with minimal stretch under load.
Lateral and dorsal zones (mobility): Elastic materials (elastane, mesh, stretch textile) allowing trunk mobility, respiratory comfort, and adaptation to body movements during daily activities.
Tension system interface
The host device should accommodate a mechanical pulley tension system (palan) — semi-rigid straps passing through dorsal loops and returning to the front. This enables progressive, user-adjustable peripheral rigidity. A locking mechanism (hook-and-loop, adjustable buckle, or magnetic system) maintains the set tension.
Materials reference
Biocompatibility
All skin-contact materials are evaluated per ISO 10993-1 for prolonged intact-skin contact. Key endpoints: cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5), sensitization and irritation (ISO 10993-10). The device is designed to be worn over a thin garment, not directly on skin.
Where the BEP™ platform creates value
Add a compression function to existing CSA-class devices for appetite regulation support
Bodysuits, undergarments, or medical textiles with integrated epigastric compression
Post-operative support combining abdominal protection with satiety-perception function
Pairing with companion apps for usage tracking, pressure logging, and behavioral guidance
From first contact to integrated product
GASTER Technology provides end-to-end support for OEM integration — from initial feasibility assessment through regulatory pathway to production transfer.
Let's discuss your integration project
Share your device concept or technical requirements. Our engineering team will assess feasibility and propose a customized integration pathway.
GASTER control® — GASTER Technology Limited, 5/1 Merchants Street, Valletta VLT 1171, Malta.