Collaboration Provides Scalable Efficiency, Quality, Traceability for Dental Laboratories
The collaboration combines the expertise of Axtra3D and Oqton to enable higher quality dental solutions as well as production automation and fleet management for various applications, including connectors and direct print manufacturing.
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Axtra3D is working with Oqton and 3D Systems to combine their technologies, offering a new dental solution to meet the exacting needs of dental laboratories. The companies say their offering provides superior surface quality, unmatched repeatability, high throughput, expedited on-site service, predictive maintenance and premium materials powered by Axtra3D’s Lumia X1 printer.
The combined technologies are designed to deliver best-in-class surface quality as well as repeatable accuracy and precision. The synergy of Axtra3D’s Hybrid PhotoSynthesis and TruLayer technologies along with Oqton’s advanced software for smart automation powered by AI and 3D Systems’ NextDent dental 3D printing materials aims to elevate the standards for dental manufacturing. Collaborative partnerships such as these enable groups to develop groundbreaking products that cater to the diverse needs of dental laboratories and beyond.
Production Automation and Fleet Management
The combined expertise of Axtra3D and Oqton enables not only superior dental solutions but also production automation and fleet management for various applications, including connectors and direct print manufacturing.
“We’re pleased to officially recognize Axtra3D as a trusted partner amongst a host of forward-thinking industry leaders,” says Kris Wouters, general manager — health care, Oqton. “This partnership will answer to the growing need for scalable efficiency in dental laboratories while respecting the quality and traceability requirements and providing peace of mind to all teams involved.
High-Quality Materials
This dental solution boasts premium materials that enhance the overall quality of printed parts, ensuring that dental labs can meet the highest standards of patient care.
Fast On-Site Service
Axtra3D is dedicated to providing prompt on-site service, ensuring minimal downtime for dental labs and uninterrupted production.
Predictive Maintenance
Leveraging cutting-edge technology, Axtra3D’s solution incorporates predictive maintenance, minimizing unplanned downtime and improving the long-term sustainability of dental lab operations.
“We’re thrilled about the partnership between Axtra3D, Oqton and 3D Systems. This collaboration leverages cutting-edge technologies to enhance precision, reliability and quality in dental 3D printing applications, while also streamlining production through automation,” says Gianni Zitelli, founder and CEO of Axtra3D. “When companies come together like this, they’re not just improving dentistry, they're setting a new standard for excellence across the board.”
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