Dental Laboratory Partnerships

Simcast works as a specialist manufacturing partner for dental laboratories that need access to cobalt chrome framework production, SLM metal printing or digital manufacturing without the overhead of maintaining that capability in-house.

We have operated as a laboratory outsourcing partner for over 50 years. Our processes are designed to integrate cleanly with your existing workflow.

How the Partnership Works

Submit cases on a per-case basis with no fixed contract and no minimum volume requirement.
Download the lab sheet and freepost label from our website, complete the prescription details and post your model, or upload a digital file via the Send Files page.

Getting started

Download the lab sheet, complete it with your practice details and prescription, then send your first case by post or digital upload. We confirm receipt and advise on the production schedule.

Communication

Our team is available Monday to Friday, 8am to 4.30pm at 01202 421 442. For email enquiries, write to enquiries@simcastdental.co.uk. We aim to respond to all enquiries within one working day.

Quality guarantee

All frameworks are guaranteed to fit the model supplied. If a framework does not seat correctly on your model, call us and we can adjust or remake it for you.

What the Partnership Covers

Chrome cobalt frameworks using fully compliant alloy powder

SLM direct metal printed frameworks from digital files

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Plastic trial frameworks before alloy production

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Resin 3D printed models, surgical guides and custom trays

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Who We Work With

Independent and group dental laboratories, dental group practices with in-house laboratory facilities and dental teaching institutions. We accommodate low volumes and irregular submissions as well as regular production relationships.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Cases can be submitted on a per-case basis and there is no contract required.

Yes. Digital files can be uploaded using WeTransfer service.  We accept STL, OBJ, PLY and DCM files for digital submissions. If you are unsure about compatibility with your scanner or design software, please contact the laboratory.

Yes. Plastic trial frameworks can be produced on request if you would like to check fit before the final cobalt chrome framework is manufactured.

No. Laboratories can send individual cases or larger volumes. There is no minimum order requirement.

Yes. Dental laboratories across the UK can send cases to Simcast. Digital files can be submitted online, or physical models can be posted to the laboratory in Christchurch.

Yes. All frameworks are guaranteed to fit the model or digital scan supplied with the case.

All frameworks are guaranteed to fit the model or digital scan supplied. If there is an issue we will adjust or remake the framework as required.

Download the laboratory prescription sheet and submit your first case. Your first cobalt chrome framework case is available at half price.