BANGKOK, July 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Smartee Denti-Technology recently participated in two academic events in Bangkok, Thailand, focusing on the clinical principles and applications of its Mandibular Repositioning Technology. The programs brought together orthodontic professionals to exchange perspectives on the diagnosis and management of complex skeletal Class II malocclusions.
On July 14, Smartee hosted the Thailand GS Course 2026, featuring Professor Gang Shen, Chief Scientist of GS Research and Development at Smartee Denti-Technology, together with Dr. Ziqing Xu. Their presentations covered the biological mechanisms and clinical workflow of mandibular repositioning therapy, including the diagnosis of malocclusions associated with facial convexity, treatment strategies for patients presenting with physiological mandibular retrusion and pathological mandibular retrusion, as well as key considerations in treatment planning and clinical management.
The academic exchange continued on July 16 at the Thailand Association of Orthodontists (TAO) Annual Meeting, where Professor Shen and Dr. Tao Guo delivered a three-hour lecture on mandibular repositioning technology. Drawing on clinical cases and theoretical principles, the session discussed treatment indications, clinical protocols, and long-term treatment management for complex orthodontic cases.
Academic Discussion Focused on Clinical Decision-Making
During both events, participating orthodontists engaged in discussions on a range of clinical topics related to mandibular repositioning therapy. Questions focused on patient selection, treatment monitoring, and approaches to evaluating treatment stability throughout the course of care.
The discussions also addressed the management of complex skeletal Class II malocclusions, particularly cases involving mandibular retrusion, reflecting continued interest in treatment approaches that extend beyond conventional tooth movement.
Continuing International Academic Collaboration
Thailand remains an important part of Smartee's international outreach. Through educational programs, professional exchanges, and collaboration with local orthodontic communities, the company continues to support knowledge sharing in digital orthodontics.
Smartee stated that it will continue working with orthodontic professionals and academic partners in the Southeast Asia to facilitate international clinical exchange and contribute to the ongoing development of orthodontic education.
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Smartee Hosts Academic Programs in Thailand Highlighting Mandibular Repositioning Technology
Smartee Hosts Academic Programs in Thailand Highlighting Mandibular Repositioning Technology
High-density polymer targets floating, dusting and uneven distribution challenges common with powder-based sludge solidifiers
LOS ANGELES, July 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For contractors and operators working with high-water, high-viscosity sludge, one of the most common field challenges is getting treatment material into the sludge rather than leaving it on the surface.
Qingdao SOCO New Material Co., Ltd. is addressing that problem with the launch of SLUSORB 985, a high-density superabsorbent polymer (SAP) developed for sludge solidification under challenging field conditions.
Unlike traditional powder-based SAP products that may float, cake, dust or distribute unevenly in dense sludge environments, SLUSORB 985 is engineered with a high density structure designed to overcome floating issues and penetrate high-viscosity sludge effectively. Once inside the sludge layer, the polymer absorbs free water and helps convert flowing or unstable sludge into a more manageable, non-flowing mass.
The new product is designed for applications such as tailings sludge, coal-washing sludge, sand-washing slurry, river sediment, port dredging sludge, underground sludge ponds, enclosed sludge tanks and other high-viscosity industrial sludge environments.
Many sludge treatment sites do not have ideal mixing conditions, said a spokesperson for SOCO. SLUSORB 985 was developed for those real-world situations. The goal is to make sludge solidification easier to apply, more efficient in contact with free water, and more practical for handling, transport and disposal.
SLUSORB 985 supports a simplified application process. Operators spread the SLUSORB 985 evenly over the sludge surface, allow the material to sink by gravity, let the polymer absorb free water, and then handle the solidified sludge for transport or disposal.
The product is intended to help users:
- Improve penetration into high-viscosity sludge
- Reduce floating and improve penetration into sludge layers
- Minimize dusting and caking associated with powders
- Lower dependence on heavy mechanical stirring
- Improve sludge stability before excavation, loading, transport and disposal
- Support safer, cleaner and more efficient field operations
The launch expands SOCO's sludge solidification portfolio and reflects the company's focus on application-specific polymer development. Rather than offering only standard SAP formats, SOCO develops products for defined jobsite conditions, including sludge treatment, drilling and mining fluids, dredging, environmental remediation and industrial waste handling.
About SOCO®
Founded in 2009, SOCO® Group is a technology-driven manufacturer specializing in water-absorbing and retention solutions for agricultural and industrial applications. The company focuses on application-led research and development, developing customized solutions tailored to specific operating needs across industrial and infrastructure settings. Through continued product development and collaboration with global partners, SOCO® supports customers with solutions designed to improve water management, resource efficiency and project performance.
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SOCO Launches SLUSORB 985 to Help Contractors Manage High-Viscosity Sludge Without Heavy Mixing Equipment
