Asahi X-ray Industrial Co.

What Asahi X-ray Industrial Co. does

Asahi X-ray Industrial Co. (朝日レントゲン工業株式会社) is a privately held Japanese dental X-ray equipment manufacturer founded in 1955 and headquartered in Kyoto, with its main factory co-located at headquarters. The company celebrated its 70th anniversary in 2025 and operates nine showroom/branch offices across Japan (Tokyo, Nagoya, Sapporo, Osaka, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Matsuyama, Sendai). It serves dental clinics (primary), dental laboratories, and ENT clinics with a comprehensive portfolio spanning dental X-ray imaging (cone-beam CT, panoramic/cephalometric, intraoral, portable, digital sensors, CR systems, DR panels), the NEOPREMIUM2 GPU-accelerated imaging software with AI-based tooth extraction, oral scanners (Aoralscan series), 3D facial scanners (RAYFace), and the exclusive Japan-distributed Amann Girrbach Ceramill CAD/CAM line including scanners, 5-axis milling machines (Motion2, Motion3, Motion3 Air, Matron, Matik), sintering furnaces (Therm DRS), Ceramill Software, and a broad consumables range spanning zirconia, ceramics, metals, and resins.

The company's underlying technology stack includes proprietary innovations such as the NEODYNA MAR metal artifact reduction algorithm (co-developed with Kyoto University), the ALULA-TH non-contact remote controller (Patent No. 5057813, 2012), the SOLIO XZ patient rest mechanism (Patent No. 6481830, 2019), and AI-powered automatic tooth extraction and avatar matching in imaging workflows. Business operations are anchored in a multi-channel distribution model: products are sold exclusively through authorized dental equipment dealers who quote, order, and bill, while Asahi X-ray sales representatives conduct direct engagement (site visits, showroom demonstrations, system configuration, installation, and regulatory compliance support) prior to dealer handoff. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales (X-ray equipment and CAD/CAM systems), consumables (zirconia, ceramics, resins), software licenses (NEOPREMIUM2 and Ceramill Software), and maintenance/service contracts supporting a 10-year equipment service life standard. The company is supported by a network of technology and distribution partnerships including Amann Girrbach AG (Austria, exclusive Japan CAD/CAM), Air Techniques, Tosoh Corporation (zirconia powder), VITA Zahnfabrik, exocad, Vertex-Dental/NextDent, and Kyoto University.

Name

Asahi X-ray Industrial Co.

Legal name

朝日レントゲン工業株式会社

Website

https://asahi-xray.co.jp

Company type

Private

Founded year

1955

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Asahi X-ray Industrial Co. is a privately held, 70-year-old Japanese dental X-ray equipment manufacturer headquartered in Kyoto, offering cone-beam CT, panoramic, intraoral, and digital sensor systems plus the exclusive Japan-distributed Amann Girrbach Ceramill CAD/CAM line to dental clinics, dental laboratories, and ENT clinics via authorized dealers nationwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Imaging Equipment

NAICS

Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517), Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

SIC

X-Ray Apparatus & Tubes & Related Irradiation Apparatus (3844), Dental Equipment & Supplies (3843)

akta.pro primary industry

X-ray & Fluoroscopy Systems (HLAHABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Medical & Dental 3D Printing Services (patient-specific devices, dental labs) (IMAAADAG), Mobile/On-Site Dental Imaging Services (HLABAIAJ)

Keywords

• Dental X-ray equipment
• Dental imaging systems
• Cone-beam CT scanners
• Dental CAD/CAM solutions
• Intraoral imaging devices

Headquarters

HQ city

Kyoto-shi

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices10 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. Dental X-ray Equipment Sales: Sale of dental X-ray equipment including CT systems, panoramic/cephalometric units, intraoral X-ray systems, portable X-ray devices, and digital sensors and imaging plate scanners. Revenue is generated through authorized dealers who quote, order, install and service the equipment.
2. Dental CAD/CAM Systems and Consumables: Sale of dental CAD/CAM equipment (scanners, milling machines, furnaces), CAD/CAM materials (zirconia discs, wax, resins, metals), 3D printing resins, and accessories. Primarily Amann Girrbach Ceramill branded products distributed in Japan.
3. Software Licenses and Support: NEOPREMIUM2 digital imaging software and related support services. Customer support center (toll-free) for digital imaging software products including NEO PREMIUM, NEO PREMIUM2, ADR PLUS, ADR NEO, and NEO LITE.
4. Maintenance and Support Services: After-sales maintenance, repair, and support services. Products have a 10-year service life, after which repair parts may become unavailable. The company offers maintenance contracts alongside equipment sales.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Asahi X-ray Industrial Co. is a Japanese dental X-ray equipment manufacturer that designs, produces, and distributes a comprehensive portfolio of dental imaging and digital workflow products. Its core offerings include cone-beam CT systems, panoramic and cephalometric X-ray devices, intraoral X-ray units, digital sensors and CR/DR imaging plate scanners, the NEOPREMIUM2 digital imaging software, and the Amann Girrbach Ceramill CAD/CAM line (scanners, milling machines, sintering furnaces, and materials). The company distributes exclusively through authorized dealers across Japan and provides installation, training, and after-sales support.

Product overview

Asahi X-ray Industrial Co. (朝日レントゲン工業株式会社) is a dental X-ray total solution provider offering a broad portfolio of imaging and CAD/CAM products. Its core X-ray portfolio includes arm-type CT systems (SOLIO XZII, SOLIO XD, AUGE SOLIO), intraoral X-ray devices (ALULA series, KX-V portable), digital sensors (RVG 5200/6200), CR systems (CS7600, CS7200, Scan X Edge, Scan X Duo Touch), cephalometric DR panels, oral cameras (BONIDA DUAL Alpha), and the NEOPREMIUM2 image management software with GPU-accelerated processing and AI capabilities. The company also distributes Amann Girrbach's Ceramill CAD/CAM system, comprising model scanners (Ceramill Map600), milling machines (Ceramill Motion2, Motion3, Motion3 Air, Matron, Matik), sintering furnaces (Ceramill Therm DRS), Ceramill Software, and a full range of zirconia, ceramic, metal, resin, and 3D printing material consumables. 3D facial scanning is covered by RAYFace, and oral scanning by the Aoralscan/AOS series.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SOLIO: Arm-type X-ray CT diagnostic device and panoramic X-ray diagnostic device brand
• Aoralscan (AOS)
• Ceramill
• NEOPREMIUM2
• ALULA

Products and services

• SOLIO XZII Arm-type X-ray CT Diagnostic Device Arm-type X-ray CT diagnostic device (cone-beam CT) featuring IGZO sensor technology for compact, high-quality dental imaging with reduced metal artifacts, for dental clinics and diagnostic imaging centers.
• SOLIO XD Panoramic and Sectional X-ray Diagnostic Device Dental panoramic and sectional radiography X-ray diagnostic device featuring Asahi Fine Panorama image processing for noise removal, sharpening, and focus stacking, for dental clinics.
• AUGE SOLIO All-in-One CT/Panoramic/Cephalometric System CT, panoramic, and cephalometric imaging all-in-one system capable of CT imaging up to maximum diameter 230mm x 164mm(H), for dental clinics requiring comprehensive diagnostic imaging.
• AUGE SOLIO ENT (Otolaryngology) CT System Arm-type X-ray CT diagnostic system designed for ENT (otolaryngology) use, including chest X-ray capability models, for ENT clinics and hospitals requiring sinus and temporal bone imaging.
• ALULA Series Dental Intraoral X-ray Device Dental intraoral X-ray device with 0.4mm focal spot and proprietary inverter control, achieving high-resolution imaging with reduced radiation dose. Features optional non-contact remote controller (ALULA-TH), for dental clinics.
• Portable X-ray System KX-V Battery-powered cordless portable dental X-ray system enabling convenient mobile radiography, for dental clinics requiring portable imaging capabilities.
• RVG 5200 / RVG 6200 Digital Dental X-ray Sensor Digital dental X-ray sensor using high-sensitivity super-CMOS sensor for rapid, high-quality digital radiographic images, for dental clinics.
• NEOPREMIUM2 Digital Image Information Software Digital image information software providing dental practice consultation environments, GPU-accelerated image processing, 3D rendering, and AI-based tooth extraction from CT data, for dental clinics and imaging centers.
• CS7600 CR Imaging System Dental X-ray image processing system with new imaging plate and image processing software achieving high-quality 17 LP/mm resolution and high-speed scan at approximately 5 seconds per image, for dental clinics.
• CS7200 CR Imaging System Imaging plate scanner with ultra-compact 13cm width design, supporting sizes 0, 1, 2 and up to 17 LP/mm resolution in ultra-high resolution mode, for dental clinics.
• Scan X Edge Digital Imaging Scanner Digital imaging scanner using reusable imaging plates (photostimulable phosphor plates) to generate dental X-ray images, for dental clinics.
• Scan X Duo Touch Digital Imaging Scanner Digital imaging scanner with dual insert slots for efficient multi-plate scanning. Maximum theoretical resolution of 40 LP/mm in Super mode, for dental clinics.
• Digital Cephalometric DR Panel (DRT Series) Ultra-high-resolution cephalometric DR panel with 76-micrometer pixel size and 0.5-second one-shot exposure for the AUGE SOLIO cephalometric system, for orthodontic imaging.
• BONIDA DUAL Alpha Oral/Facial Camera Dual oral/facial camera featuring dual camera lens system, video and still image recording, and auto-focus for intraoral and extraoral photography, for dental clinics.
• RAYFace One-Shot 3D Facial Scanner One-shot 3D facial scanner capturing facial images in 0.5 seconds with AI auto-matching for constructing dental avatars from facial, intraoral, and CT data, for dental clinics and labs.
• Aoralscan Series / AOS Series Oral Scanners Oral scanners (including AOS3, AOS elite) for intraoral digital impression capture with lightweight design and high-speed scanning. Available in multiple variants for different clinical applications, for dental clinics.
• Ceramill Map600 Auto-Focus Scanner Auto-focus scanner for dental model digitization with blue stripe 3D sensor, 3-axis scanning, 18-second full-arch scan, and maximum accuracy of 4 microns. Supports STL and PLY data formats, for dental laboratories.
• Ceramill Matik Full-Service Milling Machine Full-service milling machine combining milling, automatic blank/tool inventory management (RFID), and automated cleaning (Ceramill Cleanstream) in one unit. Features 36 blank slots, 26-tool stock, and 100,000 RPM spindle, for dental laboratories.
• Ceramill Motion2 5-Axis Milling Machine Dry/wet 5-axis milling machine supporting both wet and dry processing with single-unit flexibility. Features Amann Girrbach carving mode for 60% time reduction, for dental laboratories.
• Ceramill Motion3 5-Axis Milling Machine Dry/wet 5-axis milling machine with interactive workflow monitoring and status display for intuitive operation, for dental laboratories.
• Ceramill Motion3 Air 5-Axis Hybrid Milling Machine 5-axis hybrid milling machine with built-in compressor enabling air supply integration without additional infrastructure. 100V operation suitable for chairside and additional installations, for dental laboratories and clinics.
• Ceramill Matron Full-Service Milling Machine Full-service mill featuring 45-degree arm design, powerful 6mm tool shank, 8-blank changer, and magnetic tool carrier. Capable of titanium disk machining, for dental laboratories.
• Ceramill Therm DRS Sintering Furnace Original sintering furnace with horizontal design enabling ultra-fast sintering in as little as 20 minutes (material-dependent) and glazing processing capability, for dental laboratories.
• Ceramill Software / Ceramill Cockpit Software platform enabling centralized management of multiple IOS devices with freely customizable Ceramill Cockpit for in-house dental laboratory workflows, for dental laboratories.
• Ceramill Zolid Gen-X Multi-Layer Zirconia HT multi-layer high-translucency zirconia with higher strength than previous AG Ceramill multi-layer types, combining physical properties with aesthetic color gradation, for dental laboratories.
• Zolid Bion High-Speed Sintering Zirconia Zirconia blank using Tosoh zirconia powder Zpex Smile with continuous color gradient and improved incisal translucency. Achieves sintering in as little as 45 minutes with Ceramill Therm DRS, for dental laboratories.
• After-Sales Maintenance and Support Services After-sales maintenance, repair, and support services for dental X-ray equipment. Products have a 10-year service life. Company offers maintenance contracts alongside equipment sales, plus toll-free support center for digital imaging software products.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to ~64% radiation dose reduction compared to larger field-of-view scanning, achieved through optimal ROI centering with 6-axis CT adjustment capability
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability5 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, key and secondary.

• Amann Girrbach AG (アマンギルバッハ社)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2019Amann Girrbach AG, headquartered in Koblach, Austria, is the exclusive supplier and technology partner for Asahi X-ray's Ceramill dental CAD/CAM product line. The partnership covers the full range of dental CAD/CAM equipment including Ceramill Map600 scanners, Ceramill Motion2/Motion3/Motion3 Air milling machines, Ceramill Matik full-service mill, Ceramill Therm DRS sintering furnace, and associated software (Ceramill Mind, Ceramill Cockpit, Ceramill Artex virtual articulator). Amann Girrbach develops and manufactures products at its Austrian facility. Asahi X-ray serves as the exclusive distributor in Japan, providing sales, installation, training, and support.
• Air Techniques (Air Techniques, Inc.)coreTechnology or IntegrationAir Techniques is the manufacturer of the ScanX digital imaging plate scanners (CS7200, CS7400, CS7600, ScanX Edge, ScanX Duo Touch) distributed by Asahi X-ray in Japan. Asahi X-ray's service staff received technical training from Air Techniques' German representatives in May 2026.
• Kyoto University (京都大学)keyStrategic or Co-development PartnerAsahi X-ray jointly developed the NEODYNA MAR (Metal Artifact Reduction) technology with Kyoto University. This technology applies material-specific corrections to reduce metal artifacts in CT images caused by metallic restorations, a major obstacle in dental diagnostic imaging.
• RayTeams (RAYFace cloud service)secondaryTechnology or IntegrationRayTeams provides the cloud service platform (RAYTeams) for the RAYFace 3D facial scanner. The cloud service enables dental clinics and dental laboratories to exchange技工指示书 (lab instructions), manage 3D data files, and communicate in real-time. Integration with exocad software enables hinge axis locator simulation.
• exocad GmbHsecondaryTechnology or Integrationexocad is a dental CAD software provider. Asahi X-ray's Aoral Scan oral scanners and RAYFace facial scanners are compatible with exocad software for prosthetic design. The company also offers Ceramill Artex virtual articulator as an add-on module within the Ceramill Mind software (part of the Amann Girrbach ecosystem).
• VITA Zahnfabrik H. Rauter GmbH & Co. KGsecondaryTechnology or IntegrationVITA supplies ceramic and hybrid ceramic block materials (VITA SUPRINITY, VITA Blocs Mark2, VITA TriluxeForte, VITA ENAMIC) that are processed using Asahi X-ray's Ceramill Motion2 milling machines. These materials are part of the comprehensive CAD/CAM material portfolio offered to dental laboratories.
• Tosoh Corporation (東ソー社)keyTechnology or IntegrationTosoh Corporation supplies the Zpex Smile zirconia powder used in Amann Girrbach's Zolid Bion zirconia blanks. This high-quality Japanese-origin zirconia powder enables the 45-minute high-speed sintering capability of Zolid Bion materials processed with the Ceramill Therm DRS furnace.
• First Medical Corporation (第一医科株式会社)secondaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFirst Medical Corporation displays Asahi X-ray's AUGE SOLIO for ENT at otolaryngology academic conferences in Japan, serving as a specialized distribution channel for ENT-specific X-ray CT products.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• VATECH Co., Ltd. Korean dental imaging company with strong CBCT and panoramic product lines (PaX-i, Green X). Comparable as a specialist dental X-ray competitor competing for Japanese and Asia-Pacific clinic share.
• Ray Co., Ltd. (RayFace / RAYiT): Japanese developer of 3D facial scanners and cloud CAD platforms (RAYFace, RAYTeams). Direct ecosystem partner/comparable on the 3D facial scanning and intraoral integration side of Asahi X-ray's product line.
• 3Shape A/S: Danish CAD/CAM and intraoral scanning specialist (Trios). Comparable to the Ceramill and Aoralscan scanning side of Asahi X-ray's portfolio, with integrated software and lab workflows.

Direct peers

• Yoshida Dental Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Japanese dental equipment manufacturer offering imaging, treatment units, and CAD/CAM solutions through a dealer network. Competes head-to-head with Asahi X-ray in dental clinics across Japan.
• J. Morita Mfg. Corp. Long-established Japanese manufacturer of dental X-ray, CT, panoramic, and endodontic equipment with a national sales and dealer network. Most direct domestic competitor to Asahi X-ray across CT, panoramic, and imaging software.
• Planmeca Oy: Finnish manufacturer of dental X-ray units (ProMax/ProCeph), CAD/CAM, and clinic software with a global dealer footprint. Closest non-Japanese peer in CBCT and panoramic imaging technology.

Broad incumbents

• Dentsply Sirona: Global dental equipment leader with the CEREC CAD/CAM and Galileos/Orthophos imaging lines. Comparable as a broad incumbent across dental X-ray, CAD/CAM, and intraoral scanning worldwide including Japan.
• Carestream Dental: Global dental imaging and software provider (CS 3D imaging, CS scanning). Comparable as an established dental X-ray and digital workflow peer active in the Japanese market via distributors.
• Morita Holdings (J. Morita Tokyo Mfg. Corp.): Parent of J. Morita Mfg., offering a broad dental and medical equipment portfolio including treatment chairs and imaging. Comparable as a broad domestic incumbent across multiple dental equipment categories.

Others

• Amann Girrbach AG: Austrian dental CAD/CAM manufacturer (Ceramill). Not a competitor but the principal supplier behind Asahi X-ray's CAD/CAM revenue, included because the partnership economics make them a key strategic peer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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