CDR Systems

What CDR Systems does

CDR Systems is a privately-held Canadian medical device manufacturer specializing in precision patient positioning systems for radiation oncology. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, the company designs and produces a comprehensive portfolio of modular positioning devices, immobilization masks, cushions, and accessories used during radiotherapy treatment. Its products span flagship platforms including the FreedomX modular positioning system (with FitAdjust™ instant mask adjustability), the SaBella Flex device with patented Dual Axis™ design for breast, lung, pelvis, and head & neck treatments, HEXSPAND™ LT-Thermoplastics masks, ProCline prone breast system, Equilibrium rotational platform, and a dedicated veterinary line. All products are constructed from lightweight, low-density materials with precision indexing capabilities and carry both CE and FDA certifications.

The company sells exclusively through a regional distributor network spanning Canada and the United States, with no direct sales motion and no publicly disclosed pricing. Its customer base consists of hospitals and cancer treatment centers operating radiation oncology departments, with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center cited as a reference customer reporting 33% faster setup and treatment times versus prior methods. Marketing is concentrated on its corporate website (product guides, videos, clinical publications in the Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics) and a proprietary eDemo online training platform. The company has 11-50 employees, no disclosed institutional investors or funding rounds, and operates under the leadership of President and CEO Carl Denis.

Name

CDR Systems

Legal name

CDR Systems

Website

https://cdrsys.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CDR Systems is a Calgary-based manufacturer of precision patient positioning devices and immobilization products for radiation oncology, serving hospitals and cancer treatment centers across North America through a regional distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Radiation Oncology Medical Devices

NAICS

Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391), Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047)

akta.pro primary industry

Radiation Oncology (HLAKAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Interventional Radiology & Image-Guided Therapy Systems (HLAHABAG)

Keywords

• Radiotherapy positioning devices
• Patient immobilization systems
• Radiation oncology equipment
• Thermoplastic immobilization masks
• Precision patient positioning

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CDR Systems designs, manufactures, and distributes precision patient positioning device systems and immobilization products used in radiation oncology. Its portfolio includes modular radiotherapy positioning systems (FreedomX), breast and thorax positioning devices (SaBella Flex with Dual Axis™ design), prone breast systems (ProCline), rotational platforms (Equilibrium), thermoplastic immobilization masks (LT-Thermoplastics, HEXSPAND), extremity locks, vacuum-based immobilizers (Vacuum Lock), custom cushions (TOTIM), and custom bolus (Lumora), all sold to hospitals and cancer treatment centers for radiotherapy and stereotactic radiosurgery.

Product overview

CDR Systems offers a comprehensive portfolio of patient positioning device systems for radiation oncology. The product line centers on modular, precision positioning systems including the FreedomX platform (with DUO immobilization system and FitAdjust technology) and SaBella Flex (with patented Dual Axis design). Supporting products include LT-Thermoplastics immobilization masks (including HEXSPAND advanced masks), ProCline for prone breast positioning, Equilibrium rotational platform, Koilia Mikros belly board, Extremity Lock, Vacuum Lock, TOTIM custom cushions, and Lumora custom bolus. The company also provides dedicated veterinary solutions. All products are designed as integrated systems with lightweight, low-density materials for improved accuracy, and carry CE and FDA certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FreedomX™: Modular-based precision patient positioning system indexed to any treatment couch with eight indexable modules for supine configurations (Arms Up or Arms Down).
• SaBella Flex™
• ProCline™
• Equilibrium™
• Koilia Mikros™
• LT-Thermoplastics™
• HEXSPAND™
• Extremity Lock™
• TOTIM™
• Vacuum Lock™
• Lumora
• eDemo
• Veterinary Solutions

Products and services

• FreedomX – Radiotherapy Positioning System A modular-based precision patient positioning system directly indexed to any treatment couch, featuring eight indexable modules for accurate patient positioning in supine configurations (Arms Up or Arms Down). Designed for radiation oncology departments in hospitals and cancer centers.
• SaBella Flex – Breast & Thorax Positioning Device A patient positioning device for treatment of breast, lung, pelvis, and head & neck patients, featuring a patented Dual Axis design providing a wider range of positions for better patient outcomes. Used by radiation oncology departments.
• ProCline – Prone Breast Radiotherapy Positioning A patient positioning system designed specifically for prone breast radiotherapy treatment. Used by radiation oncology departments performing prone breast radiotherapy.
• Equilibrium – Rotational Radiotherapy Positioning Platform A rotational radiotherapy positioning platform enabling flexible patient positioning for various treatment scenarios in radiation oncology.
• Koilia Mikros – Belly Board A belly board device designed for patient positioning during pelvic and abdominal radiotherapy treatments.
• LT-Thermoplastics Immobilization Thermoplastic immobilization products manufactured using advanced processes, ensuring highest consistency in stretch, working time, and ultimate patient comfort. Used in radiation oncology for patient immobilization.
• HEXSPAND LT-Thermoplastics Masks Advanced thermoplastic immobilization masks that are stronger than ever while maintaining patient comfort and functionality during radiotherapy treatment. Targeted at radiation oncology departments.
• Extremity Lock Immobilization An immobilization system for positioning and securing extremities during radiotherapy treatment.
• TOTIM – Custom Patient Support Cushions Custom patient support cushions designed for individualized comfort and positioning support during radiotherapy.
• Vacuum Lock A vacuum-based immobilization system for patient positioning during radiotherapy.
• Lumora Custom Bolus A custom bolus product for radiotherapy treatment planning and dose delivery. Used by radiation oncology departments for treatment planning.
• Veterinary Solutions Patient positioning solutions designed specifically for veterinary radiotherapy applications, offered as a dedicated product line through the veterinary subdomain.
• Accessories Supporting accessories for CDR Systems patient positioning systems, sold alongside the core positioning and immobilization products.

Quantifiable outcome

• 33% faster setup and treatment times compared to previous methods

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Orfit Industries: Orfit Industries manufactures thermoplastic immobilization masks and patient positioning devices for radiation therapy, directly competing with CDR's LT-Thermoplastics and HEXSPAND product lines for the same radiotherapy customers.
• QFix: QFix specializes in radiotherapy patient positioning and immobilization devices, directly competing with CDR's FreedomX and SaBella Flex systems in the same hospital radiation oncology customer base.
• Klarity Medical Products: Klarity Medical Products manufactures thermoplastic masks and radiotherapy positioning accessories, directly overlapping with CDR's mask and positioning portfolio for radiation oncology customers.
• Bionix Radiation Therapy: Bionix develops patient positioning and immobilization devices for radiation therapy, competing head-to-head with CDR in the radiotherapy positioning niche served by cancer centers.
• CIVCO Radiotherapy: CIVCO Radiotherapy offers patient positioning, immobilization, and surface-guided radiotherapy accessories, providing overlapping product categories with CDR's positioning portfolio for the same oncology hospitals.
• MacroMedics: MacroMedics develops patient positioning solutions for radiotherapy, including immobilization devices and stereotactic frames that directly compete with CDR's positioning portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Elekta: Elekta is a leading global radiation therapy equipment manufacturer. While primarily a linac maker, it sells positioning accessories and competes broadly with CDR's hospital customer base through bundled offerings.
• Varian (Siemens Healthineers): Varian, now part of Siemens Healthineers, is the dominant radiation oncology equipment provider with a full portfolio that includes patient positioning accessories competing with CDR's specialist offerings.
• Accuray: Accuray manufactures CyberKnife and TomoTherapy radiation therapy systems, serving the same oncology hospitals as CDR and providing competing positioning accessories within a broader equipment portfolio.

Emerging players

• Mevion Medical Systems: Mevion specializes in compact proton therapy systems, serving the same high-end radiation oncology customer base and creating demand for specialized positioning devices adjacent to CDR's offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CDRSystems
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCN6pfLx9Bu8MynebrSkXUxA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cdrsystems
• Instagraminstagram.com/cdrsystems
• Facebookfacebook.com/CDRSystems

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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