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R & D phase , we were particularly fixated on ensuring the manufacturability of the unit , aiming to manufacture it faster and with a reduced likelihood of errors throughout the process . This focus on manufacturability remains crucial to us throughout the entire product life cycle , starting from the R & D phase and extending to the design process . We also carefully consider factors like the variety of screws used or whether to employ a single or several different standards across multiple components . For instance , instead of stocking four different types of screws for four models , we can standardize on a single screw type across all models , thus optimizing our supply chain ,” she says .
By constantly refining its processes , DEXIS fulfils its commitment to minimizing its environmental impact . “ In Finland , we organized a Kaizen event around waste flows in and out from our factory . One aspect involved the delivery of our sensors in large foam packages to prevent breaking as they are highly sensitive . During that event , we transitioned to using recycled cardboard packaging , which is not only more costeffective but also environmentally friendly . We seized this opportunity to calculate our energy usage , wastewater production , and other waste components to identify areas for improvement and strengthen our waste management practices . Additionally , at our machine shop in Tuusula , we grind and cut our own aluminum parts . This process generates aluminum byproducts , which are fully recycled and compacted into solid aluminum before being sold back to our aluminum supplier ,” Ms . Mäkisalo ends .
Through its relentless drive for innovation and excellence , DEXIS stands as a leading technology manufacturer in the dental industry . ■
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