• Leading multinational enterprises, it established a core X-ray tube production base in Wuxi, China 20 years ago
• Siemens Healthcare's only R&D and production base for X-ray tube components outside of the German headquarters
• Achieving a leap forward in R&D and manufacturing capabilities, injecting new momentum into local medical imaging development
• Improve the local supply chain and drive the construction of a supply chain ecosystem
• In the future, we will focus more on the development and production of high-end ball tube products

Wuxi2023/10/17 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Siemens Axx Radiation Vacuum Technology (Wuxi) Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Wuxi Base”) held an event for the 20th anniversary of its establishment under the theme of “Commitment to 20, Pursuing Light”. Cui Rongguo, Secretary of the Party Working Committee of the Wuxi High-tech Zone and Secretary of the Xinwu District Committee, Zhang Yajun, Director of the Wuxi Inspection Branch of the Jiangsu Drug Administration, Deputy Secretary of the Party Working Committee of the Wuxi High-tech Zone, Deputy Director of the Management Committee, Hong Yanwei, Deputy Secretary of the Xinwu District Committee, Siemens Healthcare Global Board Member Tao Lin, Siemens Healthcare Greater China, Wang Hao, President of Siemens Healthcare's Energy and Vacuum Division, Horst Scht, President of Siemens Medical Energy and Vacuum Division, General Manager of Siemens Axe Radiation Vacuum Technology (Wuxi) Co., Ltd., and Ximen Fudir Together with the global management of Sub Medical, attended with many local partners The event reviewed the 20-year history of common development with China's healthcare industry, and also looked forward to the future, continuing to write a new chapter in the development of the Wuxi base.

The Wuxi base is the only R&D and production base for X-ray tube components outside of Siemens Healthcare's German headquarters. It is also one of the largest rotating anode tube factories in China. The main product of the Wuxi base is the X-ray tube, which is one of the most important core components of medical imaging equipment such as CT, X-ray machines, and mobile C-arms, and is known as the “heart of the whole machine”. Ball tube manufacturing has high technical requirements and complex processes, and its performance directly affects the quality, life and diagnostic efficiency of the whole machine. Over the past 20 years, the Wuxi base has been an integral part of Siemens Healthcare's development in China. Today, the Wuxi base provides high-quality key components not only for Siemens Healthcare, but also for many local Chinese medical imaging equipment companies, helping local companies improve the performance of the whole machine. The Wuxi base has made important contributions to the rapid development of China's medical industry from various aspects such as technological development, material innovation, green development, and customer service.

“Twenty years ago, Siemens Healthcare led multinational companies to establish a production base for X-ray tubes, a core component of imaging equipment, in Wuxi, China. We are delighted to see the many fruits of the company's presence in China over the decades.” Wang Hao, president of Siemens Healthcare Greater China, said, “While the Wuxi base has achieved precision manufacturing in Germany, it has also gradually achieved independent research and development, and has truly achieved full localization of core components and processes. This makes us very proud. Today, at a new starting point for the 20th anniversary of its establishment, the Wuxi base will use local wisdom to deepen local R&D, production and cooperation and promote the high-quality development of China's medical device industry by implementing the company's 'National Intelligence Innovation' strategy.”

Since its establishment in 2003, the Wuxi base has continuously expanded production scale and optimized process technology. It now has a complete R&D and production capacity for X-ray generators, with a cumulative shipment volume of about 200,000 pieces. The Wuxi base continues to expand and enhance R&D capabilities while promoting intelligent manufacturing. So far, the Wuxi base has 52 patents, has been certified as a “high-tech enterprise”, and was awarded the title of “National Specialized New Little Giant Enterprise” by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology this year. The Wuxi base integrates Siemens Healthcare's most advanced technology in the world into production and development as quickly as possible, and at the same time actively participates in and promotes the formulation and update of industry standards to promote the development of the industry.

It is worth mentioning that during the 20 years that the Wuxi base has made great strides in development, it is also focusing on improving the local supply chain, cooperating closely with suppliers, overcoming difficulties, improving relevant domestic technology levels, filling market gaps, and enhancing the competitiveness of the local supply chain. The Wuxi base not only provides suppliers with key technology sharing and training, but also provides advice and guidance in project management and organizational development, driving the establishment of a supply chain ecosystem and cultivating a number of high-quality local enterprises and high-tech talents. Among them, there is no shortage of domestic suppliers that have become industry leaders. In addition to serving Chinese customers, these industry leaders have gone further into the world, providing advanced technology and high-quality services to global users.

Looking ahead, the Wuxi base will rely on development and accumulation over the past 20 years, deepen local R&D, promote intelligent manufacturing with the concept of “green development”, continue to drive local suppliers to grow together, and build a more competitive and resilient local supply chain system.” Over the past 20 years, we have taken root in Wuxi, witnessed and participated in the prosperity of the Yangtze River Delta and China. In the future, we will adhere to the company's 'National Intelligence Innovation' strategic direction, produce a variety of high-end ball tube products locally, continue to promote innovative local research and development, and work with industry partners to achieve technological breakthroughs, adding bricks and tiles to the 'Healthy China 2030' plan.” Dirk Ludolf, general manager of Siemens Axe Radiation Vacuum Technology (Wuxi) Co., Ltd., said.

About Siemens Healthcare 

Siemens Healthcare (Frankfurt Stock Exchange: SHL), based in Erlangen, Germany, is a leading medical technology company committed to continuously developing a portfolio of products and services, including AI-based applications and digital products that play an increasingly important role in the development of next-generation medical technology. These new applications will further strengthen the company's foundation in the fields of in vitro diagnosis, image-guided treatment, in vivo diagnosis, and novel cancer diagnosis and treatment. At the same time, Siemens Healthcare provides a wide range of services and solutions to help medical service providers improve their capabilities and provide high-quality and efficient services to patients. In fiscal year 2022 (ending September 30, 2022), Siemens Healthcare's total revenue was €21.7 billion and has approximately 69,500 employees worldwide.

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