Shantou Institute of Ultrasonic Instruments Co., Ltd.

Shantou Institute of Ultrasonic Instruments Co., Ltd. is a national-level key high-tech enterprise that specializes in the research, development, manufacture, and distribution of medical imaging systems and industrial non-destructive testing equipment. Established in 1982, the company has its roots in an ultrasonic institute and is committed to the principle of "serving human safety and health." It emphasizes independent innovation and the exploration of cutting-edge technologies as the primary drivers of its growth. The company's main business lines include medical ultrasound imaging systems, industrial non-destructive testing equipment, and portable digital radiography systems. Its medical ultrasound products, particularly digital color Doppler ultrasound systems, are a significant revenue source, featuring advanced imaging technologies and a comprehensive product line. In the industrial sector, Shantou Institute's non-destructive testing instruments have been utilized in major national infrastructure projects. Additionally, the company has developed portable DR devices and multimodal imaging systems, enhancing its market position in emergency medical services and expanding its applications across various fields, including healthcare and military operations.

1. R&D Capabilities The company prioritizes R&D as its core driver, following the philosophy of “pre-research for one generation, development for one generation, and manufacture for another generation”. It has established R&D centers in Shantou, Xi’an, Guangzhou, and Seattle, U.S. The Seattle center focuses on pre-research and development of advanced ultrasound technology and new methods, while Xi’an and Guangzhou centers specialize in AI-driven image processing and cloud-based software systems. Since its founding, the company has been adhering to independent innovation, integrating multidisciplinary knowledge (acoustics, IT, electronics, medicine, materials science, mechanical engineering, and physical chemistry) with high technical challenges. It has achieved breakthroughs in 3D ultrasound imaging, phased array imaging, TOFD imaging, highly integrated technology for portable devices, and multimodalities. It is one of the few domestic companies with proprietary probe R&D and full-process production capabilities. In addition, the company has been working to extend the industrial chain, expanding its products to portable DR for protection free and emergency rescue, and portable multi-modal medical imaging systems for emergency rescue. In 2013, the company broke through the concept of stand-alone working mode of color ultrasound, expanded the design concept of cloud-based color Doppler ultrasound and realized the implementation of products, provided cloud services such as cloud storage and cloud diagnosis, and gradually applied to the field of medical imaging and nondestructive testing, and always maintained the differentiated competitive advantage of products; Introduced intelligent technology into imaging products to realize intelligent clinical diagnosis such as fetal measurement, breast tumor identification and myocardial function assessment, and addressed the difficulties of clinical practitioners in grassroots hospitals with insufficient diagnostic experience; The intelligent breast full-volume ultrasound IBUS series products suitable for early screening of breast tumors have been successfully developed, which advances the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. Since 2024, the company been updating and transforming a series of full-volume breast products by relying on AI-based breast intelligent examination and implementing the screening program of "full-volume scanning and volumetric AI diagnosis" to improve the accuracy and screening efficiency of early breast cancer screening, and launched a series of breast specialty breast screening products. In recent years, the company has collaborated with a U.S.-listed corporation to develop a customized large-field-of-view ultrasound imaging system for real-time intraoperative visual navigation of a minimally invasive surgical robot for prostate procedures. This surgical approach leverages the real-time capabilities and ionizing-radiation free in ultrasound imaging. During surgery, ultrasound guidance assists surgeons in accurately locating lesion areas and performing surgery, thereby helping to reduce surgical trauma, shorten postoperative recovery time, and ensure patients' quality of life after surgery. With the increasing adoption of ultrasound-based surgical navigation systems, the company's products will progressively expand into the field of medical imaging-assisted diagnosis and treatment. As of December 31, 2024, the company and its subsidiaries have 160 granted patents (100 Chinese inventions and 2 U.S. patents), 64 software copyrights, and 37 registered trademarks. The accumulation and application of the above technologies have effectively reinforced core competitiveness and market competitive advantage of the company's products. Furthermore, the company has also won numerous important awards, undertaken a number of major scientific research projects, published many articles in core academic journals, and contributed to industry standards. 2. Talent Team Since its establishment, the company has always attached great importance to attracting, cultivating, and retaining technical R&D talents. The team of R&D personnel has been continuously expanding, fostering a well-structured, experienced, and innovative team critical to technological advancement. 3. Quality Management The company has a rigorous and standardized quality management system that covers all stages of the product's full life cycle, including product research and development design, material procurement, production and manufacturing, finished product inspection, delivery and transportation, which enables the correct selection of the product's technical route and the forward-looking nature of functional and performance design. The products, featuring good image quality, stable performance, reliable quality and durability, have earned numerous customer trusts. 4. After-Sales Service The Customer Service Department is responsible for after-sales services of products, device maintenance, and providing external technical consultations. The company regularly organizes training for after-sales service engineers. It has established a domestic customer service network based on its headquarters and 26 offices across the country to ensure the timeliness and effectiveness of after-sales maintenance. Additionally, it provides services such as online training and technical support to domestic and foreign customers through online channels and other means.