Totem Animal Medical Technology

What Totem Animal Medical Technology does

Totem Animal Medical Technology (TUTOM) is a Chinese veterinary medical imaging equipment manufacturer founded in 2018 and headquartered in Haining, Zhejiang, with secondary operations in Shenzhen. The company designs, develops, and produces an entirely self-developed product portfolio of cone-beam CT (CBCT) systems (TC-690, TC-460), seven veterinary DR systems, a dental CR unit, a laparoscopy system, and proprietary software (TUTOM Veterinary Workstation), all purpose-built for veterinary use rather than adapted from human imaging systems. Its technology stack spans CT high-frequency high-voltage generators, flat-panel detectors, mechanical structures, acquisition software, and post-processing software — including a proprietary CBCT reconstruction algorithm supporting arbitrary trajectory geometric correction, 3D stitching, and deep-learning image segmentation. The company is a spin-off leveraging the 17+ year human medical imaging technology base of its parent Shenzhen Sontu Medical Imaging Equipment (深图医学影像), which provides foundational IP, patents, and production know-how.

Totem's go-to-market combines enterprise field sales to animal hospitals, university veterinary teaching hospitals, and government research institutes (including the Chinese Academy of Sciences Wuhan Institute of Virology and the PLA Academy of Military Medical Sciences) with a relatively novel product-led "Precision Imaging Universalization Plan" (精准影像普及计划), which places its latest-generation CT at qualifying small-to-medium pet hospitals in Tier 2/3 Chinese cities at zero equipment cost, monetizing through recurring remote expert diagnostic and reporting services on its cloud platform 图腾云诊 (TUTOM Cloud Diagnosis). Hardware pricing is positioned sharply below imported systems — CBCT ~300K RMB versus 1M+ RMB for traditional spiral CT — and customer financing/leasing programs further reduce upfront barriers. Revenue streams therefore span one-time hardware sales, recurring cloud diagnostic subscriptions, financing/managed-service arrangements, and post-sale training/upgrades.

The company claims 1,000+ domestic and international animal DR installations and 30+ overseas animal CT installations (ranking #1 domestically in overseas veterinary CT shipments), exports to Germany, Switzerland, the Philippines, and Mexico, and holds CE certification as the first domestic Chinese vendor in animal DR, plus FDA, German iF/Red Dot, and multiple national high-tech and specialized-innovative enterprise designations. It is venture-backed following a Pre-A round in September 2025 of tens of millions RMB led by Haiyuan Fund (a Zijin Harbor Capital vehicle managing 60+ billion RMB), with Juanhu Dream Fund co-investing, capital intended for a new Haining headquarters and production line plus R&D, pipeline, and team expansion.

Name

Totem Animal Medical Technology

Legal name

浙江图腾动物医疗科技有限公司

Website

https://tutom.com.cn

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Totem Animal Medical Technology (图腾) is a Chinese manufacturer of self-developed veterinary CBCT, DR, CR, and laparoscopy imaging systems, spun out of Sontu Medical Imaging, serving pet hospitals, university vet schools, and research institutes in China and overseas via direct sales and a free CT deployment model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Medical Imaging Equipment

NAICS

Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391), Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517), Diagnostic Imaging Centers (621512)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), X-Ray Apparatus & Tubes & Related Irradiation Apparatus (3844)

akta.pro primary industry

Imaging Equipment & Accessories (X-ray, Ultrasound, Endoscopy) (HLAMAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Imaging/Lab Integration & Results Management (PACS, LIS Connectivity, Reporting) (HLAMAGAK), Tele-veterinary & Virtual Care Platforms (Video/Chat, Remote Triage) (HLAMAGAB)

Keywords

• Veterinary medical imaging
• Animal CT systems
• Veterinary DR systems
• Digital radiography equipment
• Veterinary laparoscopy

Headquarters

HQ city

Haining

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Veterinary Medical Imaging Hardware Sales: Sale of veterinary CT, DR, CR, and laparoscopy equipment. Equipment is sold directly to animal hospitals, university veterinary hospitals, research institutes, and through distributors. One-time capital purchase model with after-sales service contracts.
2. Financial/Financing Programs: 图腾 offers customized financing plans for equipment purchases, enabling hospitals to acquire equipment through installment or leasing arrangements rather than large upfront capital outlays.
3. Remote Diagnostic Services (图腾云诊): Cloud-based remote image reading and diagnostic reporting services. When equipment is deployed for free under the Precision Imaging Plan, hospitals pay for remote expert diagnosis and reporting services.签约国内顶级兽医影像学专家团队或AI辅助系统进行快速、精准的判读，并出具权威报告.
4. 图腾学院 Training Services: Regular free training programs for veterinary hospitals to solve clinical challenges and train hospital personnel, maximizing product clinical value.
5. Equipment Upgrades and Lifecycle Services: 图腾 provides product upgrades and iterations, enabling purchased equipment to be updated with new features and performance improvements, maintaining technology synchronization.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Totem Animal Medical Technology develops and manufactures veterinary medical imaging equipment — cone-beam CT (CBCT), digital radiography (DR), computed radiography (CR) dental imaging, and laparoscopy systems — exclusively for animal clinical use. Its portfolio targets animal hospitals, university veterinary hospitals, zoos, large farms, and research/military institutions, with full in-house development from CT generators and flat-panel detectors through acquisition and post-processing software, complemented by a remote diagnostic cloud platform (图腾云诊) and an equipment management platform (图腾云联).

Product overview

Totem Animal Medical Technology offers a comprehensive veterinary medical imaging product portfolio including two cone-beam CT systems (TC-690 and TC-460), seven DR systems (精锐, 精英, 经典, 旗舰, 智炫, 枭影, 枭云), one dental CR system (宠牙宝), and one laparoscopy system. The product line also includes proprietary software (TUTOM Veterinary Workstation) and cloud services (图腾云诊 for remote diagnosis and 图腾云联 for equipment management). The portfolio is designed around low-radiation safety principles, targeting veterinary hospitals, zoos, research institutions, and universities across global markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• 宠牙宝: 动物牙科影像扫描成像仪，智能导航式操作界面，一键触发，手持式X光机，东芝球管，低辐安全，软性成像板打造高分辨率影像。
• 图腾云诊
• 图腾学院
• 图腾云联

Products and services

• TC-690 Animal CT (Multi-Modal Imaging System) Veterinary multi-modal imaging system integrating CT, static DR, dynamic DR, and dental panoramic imaging in one unit. Features a 690mm aperture, 0.3/0.6mm dual focal spots, 139μm pixel detector with 16-bit A/D conversion, 2lp/mm spatial resolution, 30fps frame rate, and supports MPR/CPR/MIP/MinP/VR reconstruction plus 3D/2D software toolkits. Sold to veterinary hospitals and teaching hospitals for advanced imaging.
• TC-460 Animal CBCT Cone-beam CT (CBCT) system with O-shaped arm design for improved geometric imaging accuracy. Pulse exposure brings total scan time down to 8 seconds; compact footprint of ~10 square meters, ≤260kg weight, and 220V direct power. Uses a 120μm pixel dynamic flat-panel detector and Totem's proprietary cone-beam CT reconstruction algorithm with arbitrary trajectory geometric correction and 3D stitching. Targets small and medium pet hospitals needing CT at low dose.
• Jingrui (精锐) Veterinary DR Veterinary digital radiography (DR) system with a detachable integrated X-ray tube head enabling multi-scenario use. Portable mobile design with a side-insertable flat panel for varied shooting angles; supports outdoor mobile diagnosis with portable power supply. Sold to veterinary clinics needing flexible DR positioning.
• Jingying (精英) Veterinary DR 2.0 Veterinary DR system (2.0 generation) with a refined minimalist design. Features a separate mobile shooting bed and inverter high-voltage technology enabling rapid imaging. Targets veterinary hospitals seeking modern DR equipment.
• Jingdian (经典) Veterinary DR Mainstream veterinary DR system drawing on 10 years of accumulated Totem technology. Features proprietary key components, radiation protection craftsmanship, and a 32kW / 400mA inverter high-voltage generator. Positioned as Totem's core mainstream DR offering.
• Qijian (旗舰) Premium Veterinary DR Premium veterinary DR system aimed at leading and teaching hospitals. Features LCD touch operation, voice intercom system, and positioning monitoring device. Totem's flagship DR offering for high-tier institutions.
• Zhixuan (智炫) Portable Veterinary DR Portable folding veterinary DR system engineered for outdoor and mobile use. Compact, lightweight, low radiation dose, with flexible operation across varied environments. Used by mobile veterinary services, large farms, and field veterinary teams.
• Xiaoying (枭影) Veterinary DR Veterinary DR with a dual-column structure and side-insertable removable flat panel. Supports standing, lying, and oblique position exposure with an adjustable and rotatable X-ray tube head for multi-angle imaging in animal hospitals.
• Xiaoyun (枭云) Large-Format Veterinary DR Veterinary DR system designed specifically for zoos and large farms. Wide bed surface accommodates diverse animal types, with an adjustable and rotatable X-ray tube head and dual-column structure. Target customers are zoos, wildlife parks, and large-scale animal breeding operations.
• Chong Ya Bao (宠牙宝) Veterinary Dental CR Handheld veterinary dental X-ray scanner with a Toshiba tube, low-radiation safety design, intelligent navigation interface, one-click triggering, and flexible imaging plates for high-resolution dental images. Targets animal dental practitioners and veterinary clinics offering dental imaging.
• TUTOM Veterinary Laparoscopy System Veterinary laparoscopy system for minimally invasive surgery. Features dual light source backup, a 2.3-megapixel camera, 8-inch ultra-large touchscreen, IPX8 waterproof rating, 20GB built-in storage, and a 350W xenon lamp delivering ~95% color rendering close to natural light. Sold to veterinary hospitals performing minimally invasive animal surgery.
• TUTOM Veterinary Workstation (Veterinary DR Software) Proprietary veterinary DR acquisition and post-processing software compliant with the DICOM 3.0 standard and connectable to PACS. Supports window width/level adjustment and advanced veterinary measurement tools (VHS, TTA, HD, TPLO). Includes a virtual grid function that reduces radiation dose, with lifelong free upgrades. Sold bundled or standalone with Totem DR/CT systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• TC-460 reduces scan time to 8 seconds total exposure, significantly reducing anesthesia risk for animals
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability1 record

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.

• 深圳市深图医学影像设备有限公司 (Shenzhen Sontu Medical Imaging Equipment Co., Ltd.)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner图腾 is a spin-off/startup leveraging Sontu's 17+ years of accumulated technology and expertise in medical imaging. 图腾 utilizes Sontu's technology, patents, and industry experience to develop veterinary-specific imaging equipment. Sontu is the parent/backing company providing foundational IP and operational infrastructure.
• 中国农业大学 (China Agricultural University)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner产学研 (industry-academia-research) cooperation partner.图腾 collaborates with China Agricultural University on research and development, leveraging the university's veterinary medicine expertise to enhance product design and clinical validation.
• 华中农业大学 (Huazhong Agricultural University)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner产学研 (industry-academia-research) cooperation partner for joint R&D in veterinary medical imaging technology and clinical applications.
• 华南农业大学 (South China Agricultural University)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner产学研 (industry-academia-research) cooperation partner, also a customer using 图腾's veterinary medical imaging equipment in its affiliated animal hospital for clinical and teaching purposes.
• 国家高性能医疗器械创新中心 (National High-Performance Medical Device Innovation Center)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner图腾 is the依托单位 (host organization) for the 'Sontu Medical Imaging Joint Laboratory' under the National High-Performance Medical Device Innovation Center, participating in national medical device innovation initiatives.
• 深圳技术大学 (Shenzhen Technology University)supportingStrategic or Co-development Partner产学研 (industry-academia-research) cooperation partner. 图腾's products serve as teaching materials and research tools under this partnership for medical imaging technology education.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Edan Instruments: Chinese medical equipment manufacturer with a growing veterinary product line including patient monitoring, ultrasound, and DR systems. Direct competitor to Totem in domestic Chinese veterinary hardware, with public-company scale advantages.
• Esaote: Italian medical imaging company with a dedicated veterinary division producing ultrasound, MRI, and CT for animal care. Comparable to Totem in specializing in veterinary medical imaging hardware and serving multi-modality veterinary hospitals globally.
• Planmed: Finnish medical imaging company producing dedicated veterinary X-ray, mammography, and 3D imaging systems. Comparable to Totem as a niche imaging manufacturer targeting specialty clinical use cases including veterinary applications.
• Shenzhen Mindray Animal Medical: Chinese veterinary medical equipment subsidiary of Mindray, one of the largest domestic medical device makers, offering patient monitoring, ultrasound, and in-vitro diagnostics for animal hospitals. Competes with Totem in the Chinese veterinary equipment market with deeper resources and broader portfolio.
• MinXray: US-based portable X-ray manufacturer with a dedicated veterinary product line used in animal hospitals and field veterinary practice. Comparable to Totem as a specialized veterinary X-ray/DR vendor, though focused on portable/mobile systems versus Totem's fixed CT/DR systems.
• Sedecal: Spanish medical and veterinary X-ray systems manufacturer producing DR, mobile X-ray, and fluoroscopy for animal hospitals worldwide. Direct competitor in the global veterinary X-ray/DR equipment market with overlapping customer base of veterinary clinics and hospitals.

Broad incumbents

• Carestream Health: Global medical imaging company with DR, CR, and X-ray product lines including veterinary applications. Comparable to Totem in core X-ray/DR product category, but operates at global incumbent scale with a much wider portfolio beyond animal health.
• IDEXX Laboratories: Dominant veterinary diagnostics company with growing imaging-adjacent offerings (ImageVue DR, reference lab + imaging). Comparable in serving veterinary clinics with diagnostic decision-support, though much broader portfolio than Totem's pure imaging focus.
• Fujifilm Healthcare: Major global medical imaging company with veterinary versions of DR, endoscopy, and X-ray systems sold through veterinary distribution channels. Comparable in core imaging technology, though veterinary is a small vertical inside a much larger healthcare conglomerate.
• Sound Technologies (Antech Imaging): Long-established North American veterinary imaging brand (now part of Mars Petcare's Antech) selling DR, ultrasound, and imaging IT to animal hospitals. Direct comparability to Totem in product category (digital X-ray/DR) and customer base, but operates at much larger scale and primarily in Western markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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