June 21, 2024
Customer: Crown Me Dental Laboratory, a medium sized lab, located in Evansville, Indiana Challenge: Production issues with existing mills; needed new mills ASAP Solution: Purchase of two vhf mills from Zahn Dental at LMT LAB DAY Chicago 2024 Outcome: Two vhf mills shipped to the lab within days of purchase. These vhf mills are now leading to a more streamlined production, cost savings, and in-house abutment manufacturing using DESS Prosthetic Components.
Crown Me Dental Laboratory faced significant challenges with their existing milling equipment. The mills this lab owned were having issues, causing delays in production and an increase in cost. This lab did not want to fall behind with their production and deliver cases to their accounts late. As a result, Crown Me Dental Laboratory sought a more efficient solution to improve their workflow and enhance product quality. Thus, they were in the market for new mills. Because of the production issues, they needed a solution very quickly. By attending LMT LAB DAY Chicago 2024, where the latest and greatest CAD/CAM technology is unveiled, Crown Me Dental Laboratory intended to find its solution.
Evaluating Alternatives Crown Me Dental Laboratory explored various options, considering factors such as precision, speed, and ease of use. After thorough research and consultations, they decided to invest in a vhf E5 and a vhf R5 mill from Zahn Dental while at LMT LAB DAY Chicago. These vhf mills promised cutting-edge technology, reliable performance, and seamless integration into their existing processes.
Excellent Implementation The implementation process was swiftly facilitated. Within a few days, the two vhf mills were delivered to the lab. Their hose/data adaptors were also shipped via next day air. This seamless transition minimized downtime and allowed the lab to resume production promptly and confidently.
Enhanced Efficiency The vhf E5 and R5 mills revolutionized Crown Me Dental Laboratory's production. Their high-speed capabilities and precise milling allowed for faster turnaround times, reducing patient wait times and increasing overall productivity. With their satisfaction with these vhf mills, Crown Me Dental Laboratory is now actively considering expanding their relationship with Zahn Dental by purchasing additional zirconia materials and even increasing their additive manufacturing with adding more 3D printers to their workflow.
Cost Savings By eliminating the need for outsourcing abutments, Crown Me Dental Laboratory has significantly reduced costs. The in-house manufacturing of abutments using DESS Prosthetic Components has proved cost-effective and creates less wait time for the lab and thus, shorter turnaround time for their doctors and patients.
Future Growth Having integrated the vhf mills, Crown Me Dental Laboratory is now poised for substantial growth. Their expanded capabilities allow them to provide a broader range of services with precision, accuracy, and heightened efficiency.
Training The new mills come with a 4-hour training from Zahn Dental's Technical Support team and will cover everything about mill and nesting software, emphasizing maintenance and proper procedures to prevent issues. This will allow them to get acclimated quickly with its new mills and be confident in using their new milling machines.
The successful and quick adoption of their new vhf mills transformed Crown Me Dental Laboratory's operations in an overwhelmingly positive way. By choosing Zahn as their total solution provider, they not only resolved their production challenges but also positioned themselves for continued success in the ever-evolving dental industry. Zahn Dental is confident this relationship will only grow and is excited to see where these mills will take this lab's potential for the next several years.
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Crown Me Dental Laboratory's Manager Paul Osburn and Mill Operator Jacob Pohl with their vhf E5 and R5 mills