How did DYM Medical become a renowned dental equipment manufacturer?

1. To become a renowned dental equipment manufacturer, DYM Medical needed to activate production capacity and implement intelligent manufacturing to transform its hardware advantages into global delivery capabilities:

1. Refining and improving the efficiency of existing dental equipment production lines

Based on 25 dental equipment production lines, we implemented a “dedicated line, specialized” transformation based on dental product type:

1. Layout of dedicated dental equipment lines in the workshop:

The 31 production lines were divided into three modules: dedicated lines for high-end treatment chairs (two lines, two lines for comfort dental chairs, and two lines for economical dental chairs), dedicated lines for oral digital imaging equipment (two lines), six lines for dental burs, five lines for dental handpieces, two lines for LED curing lights, two lines for oral endoscopes, two lines for dental handpiece cleaners and oilers, two lines for vacuum suction machines, two lines for air compressors, and two lines for wastewater treatment equipment.

60 CNC precision machining machines (including 20 for dental chair accessories and 6 five-axis CNC milling machines for imaging equipment housings) are used to produce 15 dental burs, 10 dental handpieces, and 9 for dental hardware valves. This enables “just-in-time production” of core components, increasing the capacity of individual production lines by 15% and shortening order delivery cycles from the current 6 days to 3 days.

2. Dynamic Production Allocation Mechanism:

Leveraging the space advantages of a 10,000-square-meter factory, three flexible backup production lines for dental equipment have been reserved within the workshop. Equipped with an MES (Manufacturing Execution System), production capacity allocation is adjusted in real time based on fluctuations in global dental equipment orders (such as peak seasons in the European and American markets and post-dental trade shows in Southeast Asia and Africa). This ensures an on-time delivery rate of ≥98% for high-end products, a 15% improvement in inventory turnover for basic dental products, and a 98% on-time delivery rate, ultimately delivering true customer satisfaction. To become a globally renowned dental equipment manufacturer, DYM Medical needs to upgrade its factory space: creating an integrated “production + R&D + quality control” base.

1. Optimizing Factory Space Zoning and Expanding Capacity

The 10,000-square-meter factory building is divided into four functional areas to maximize space utilization. In the core production area (6,000 square meters), 31 existing dental equipment production lines will be retained. A “modular component pre-assembly area” will be added next to the dedicated high-end treatment chair line to pre-install the operating system and circuit modules. Hardware, instrument trays, footrests, dental chair light arms, dental chair chassis, and chair frames will be assembled in advance, shortening overall dental chair installation time. A “raw material temporary storage warehouse” and a “semi-finished product turnover area” will be established around the CNC precision machining area. Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) will enable automated material transfer, reducing handling losses and time costs. 2. R&D and Mid-Process Prototype Testing to Small-Batch Production Conversion Area (500 m2):

A separate area has been designated for the “Digital Dental Equipment R&D Center,” equipped with a variety of testing equipment, including 3D scanners, optical inspection systems, UV lamp irradiation equipment, salt spray testing equipment, dynamic balancing testing equipment, high-voltage testing equipment, sandbag load testing, torque testing, lifting system testing, infrared testing, aging testing, and telephone aging testing. This ensures the stability of dental equipment testing, the feasibility of conversion to production, and the safety and reliability of shipments.

3. Quality Control and Testing Area (1000 m2):

An “International Standard Testing Laboratory” has been added, equipped with specialized equipment such as a laser interferometer (to test CNC machining accuracy), a aging test bench (to simulate five years of equipment operation), and a radiation detector (for imaging equipment). Every piece of equipment leaving the factory undergoes a comprehensive inspection. Integrating the existing ISO system, this has reduced the product defect rate from the current 0.8% to below 0.3%, meeting the stringent quality control requirements of the European and American dental markets. 4. Global Supply Chain Support Area (1,500 m2):

A dedicated “overseas order storage area” has been established in a corner of the factory, reserving 30 days of inventory for distributors in key markets, including foreign customers. Equipped with an intelligent warehouse management system, this area automates order sorting and dispatch. Combined with the aforementioned regional warehouses, this creates a two-tiered delivery network: a “domestic central warehouse + overseas branch warehouses.”

5. Efficiently Managed Office Management Area (1,000 m2):

The office area is designed to efficiently collaborate with intelligent AI across various departments, including domestic and international sales, legal, finance, sales and marketing operations, R&D, quality management, procurement, production, brand development, the general manager’s office, and the board of directors. 2. Green Production and Smart Factory Construction

Leveraging existing hardware, we are promoting digital and sustainable factory transformation:

1. Energy and Environmental Transformation:

A 200kW distributed photovoltaic power station was installed on the factory roof to provide partial power for the CNC equipment and production workshops, reducing energy costs. All wastewater from production is treated by sewage treatment plants before being safely discharged into municipal pipelines. This meets ISO 14001 environmental certification requirements and provides hardware support for the “low-carbon smart manufacturing” brand image.

2. Intelligent Monitoring and Management:

Sensors have been installed on 31 dental equipment production lines and 60 CNC precision machining equipment. Using the Industrial Internet platform, we monitor equipment operating status (such as CNC tool wear and production line capacity load) in real time. When equipment anomalies occur, automatic alerts are triggered, prompting timely intervention by the maintenance team, reducing equipment failure rates by 25%. Through big data analysis of production line bottlenecks, we continuously optimize production scheduling, increasing overall factory capacity utilization from the current 75% to 85%. To become a globally renowned dental equipment manufacturer, DYM must leverage its production capacity to empower the market: supporting the implementation of its globalization strategy.

1. Expanding its dental equipment product portfolio based on production capacity

Leveraging 31 dental equipment production lines and the processing capabilities of CNC precision machines, we will enrich our product offerings and strengthen delivery assurance.

2. Scaled production of high-end customized products:

Targeting the needs of private clinics in Europe and the United States, we have launched the “AI Intelligent Dental Comprehensive Treatment Chair Customization” (with adjustable dimensions and customizable user interfaces to suit clinic space). Leveraging the precision machining capabilities of CNC machining equipment, we enable mass production of personalized components. Leveraging multiple production lines to meet diverse customization needs, our annual production capacity can reach 1,000 units, making us a key supplier to the high-end market. 3. Rapid Supply of “Cost-Effective Packages” for Emerging Markets:

Targeting the Southeast Asian, African, and Central Asian dental markets, we have developed a “Basic Dental Equipment Package” (including a comprehensive dental treatment chair, simple dental imaging equipment, and dental disinfection equipment). This package, based on dedicated lines for basic equipment from among our 31 dental equipment production lines, enables large-scale production, reducing unit costs by 15%. This allows us to quickly capture market share in emerging markets, with an annual supply exceeding 6,000 units. 2. Global Partnership Negotiations Backed by Capacity

Leverage hardware strength to enhance bargaining power with international partners:

1. Capacity Commitment with Major Distributors:

When negotiating with global dental equipment distributors, we can offer a guaranteed annual supply of 7,000 treatment chairs and 5,000 sets of digital imaging equipment. This guarantees strong delivery for production orders of 200,000 dental handpieces, 30 million dental burs, 6,000 compressors, and 5,000 vacuum aspirators. We also promise to ship urgent orders from our domestic factory within 72 hours. This stable production capacity helps us secure long-term contracts (such as a three-year exclusive supply agreement).

2. Overseas OEM and Technical Cooperation:

Leveraging the technical capabilities of our 60 CNC precision machining machines, we can undertake OEM production of core components for international brands (such as implant abutments for a European brand), absorbing some of our production capacity while learning advanced international processes. We can also collaborate with overseas research institutions to provide mass production support for their newly developed dental equipment, building global resources and brand awareness through collaboration. Therefore, Foshan DYM Medical Equipment Co., Ltd. has obvious advantages and opportunities to become a world-renowned dental equipment manufacturer.