<h2 style="text-align:justify">Optimizing Lab Efficiency Through Mounting Choice</h2>

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The choice of model mounting system on a dental scanner directly affects workflow speed and technician throughput.

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	Magnetic Systems: Allow instant placement and removal of models or plates, cutting setup time per scan to seconds.
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	Adhesive Systems: Require careful application, curing or wait time, and post-scan cleanup, adding several minutes per job.
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</ul>

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In high-volume labs, magnetic setups can support 20&ndash;40% more scans daily, maximizing efficiency without sacrificing scan quality. Repair.Dental emphasizes these systems in service plans for labs aiming for consistent high-throughput operations.

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<h3 style="text-align:justify">Inventory and Replacement Logistics</h3>

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Magnetic mounting relies on durable plates or adapters with embedded magnets, lasting 5&ndash;10 years with routine checks for demagnetization or wear.

Adhesive systems require consumables like clay, glue sticks, or double-sided tape, introducing:

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	Ongoing procurement cycles
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	Variable adhesion reliability
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	Increased risk of mid-scan failures
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Magnetic mounting simplifies inventory: fewer SKUs, lower storage needs, and standardized vendor management. Adhesive approaches demand constant supply monitoring, increasing administrative overhead.

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<h3 style="text-align:justify">Planned Maintenance Benefits of Magnetic Systems</h3>

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Magnetic mounting integrates seamlessly into preventive maintenance programs:

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	Inspect plates for debris and alignment quarterly
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	Test pull strength to detect weakening magnets
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	Clean surfaces with isopropyl to prevent residue buildup
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	Replace worn adapters before rotation issues occur
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</ul>

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Adhesive systems complicate PM planning: glue or clay residue can transfer to anti-glare coatings or bearings, often requiring reactive cleaning instead of scheduled inspections. Repair.Dental emphasizes magnetic-focused maintenance to extend encoder and turntable life while keeping scans precise.

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<h3 style="text-align:justify">Reactive Maintenance Triggers and Financial Impact</h3>

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Adhesive mounting often drives emergency service calls:

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	Glue residue &rarr; bearing inspection or replacement
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	Model detachment &rarr; encoder error logs and recalibration
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	Residue transfer &rarr; anti-glare recoating or polishing
	</li>
</ul>

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Magnetic systems rarely trigger these emergencies; issues are gradual and can be scheduled into routine PM, significantly lowering reactive costs. Data from Repair.Dental shows adhesive-related fixes can be 2&ndash;3x more expensive due to urgency and compounded damage.

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<h3 style="text-align:justify">Scheduling Advantages and Workflow Gains</h3>

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Magnetic mounting supports lean lab schedules:

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	Rapid swaps enable batch scanning
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	Technicians spend more time designing than prepping models
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	Turnaround is predictable, reducing staff stress during peak periods
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</ul>

Adhesive systems introduce bottlenecks: cure/wait times slow operations and may cause delays in multi-technician workflows. Repair.Dental recommends magnetic retrofits during overhauls to improve reliability and throughput, with upfront investments offset by reduced reactive interventions.

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<h3 style="text-align:justify">Downtime Comparison</h3>

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Service records highlight clear advantages for magnetic systems:

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			<th>Mounting Type</th>
			<th>Annual Unplanned Downtime</th>
			<th>PM Interval</th>
			<th>Notes</th>
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	</thead>
	<tbody>
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			<td style="text-align:center">Magnetic</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">&lt;5%</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">6&ndash;12 months</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">Gradual wear; predictable maintenance</td>
		</tr>
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			<td style="text-align:center">Adhesive</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">15&ndash;25%</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">3&ndash;6 months</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">Residue buildup, variable adhesion issues</td>
		</tr>
	</tbody>
</table>

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Transitioning to magnetic during scheduled upgrades reduces annual service hours by 30&ndash;50%, freeing budget for preventive investments like vibration isolation or encoder upgrades.

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<h3 style="text-align:justify">Implementation Roadmap for Service Teams</h3>

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	Audit Current Setup: Review existing plates, adhesives, and failure logs.
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	Recommend Magnetic Transition: Suggest compatible magnetic bases/adapters (e.g., 3Shape-compatible).
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	Integrate Into PM Schedule: Combine magnetic checks with encoder and coating maintenance.
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	Train Staff on Best Practices: Quick-reference guides for proper magnetic handling.
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	Monitor Post-Upgrade: Track scan throughput and reactive call frequency to validate improvements.
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</ol>

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Repair.Dental uses this structured approach to transform mounting from a liability into a reliable lab asset, ensuring predictable performance and lower overall costs.

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<h3 style="text-align:justify">Summary of Operational Advantages</h3>

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<ul>
	<li>
	Faster model swaps &rarr; increased daily scan capacity
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	Reduced reactive repairs &rarr; lower maintenance costs
	</li>
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	Improved scan quality &rarr; fewer remakes and better restoration fit
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	Predictable PM schedules &rarr; extended scanner component life
	</li>
</ul>

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Repair.Dental positions magnetic mounting as the preferred solution for modern, high-volume dental labs, emphasizing preventive maintenance, workflow optimization, and long-term reliability.

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