CMEF 2025 in China | Kerun and Sino-European Zhiwei Make a Major Debut with “IDEAS³” at the 91st CMEF International Medical Equipment Fair

From April 8 to 11, 2025, the 91st China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF) will be held at the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Center. With the theme “Innovative Technology, Smart Leadership for the Future,” this year’s event will bring together nearly 5,000 exhibitors from around the world and attract professional visitors from 150 countries and regions, showcasing a new ecosystem spanning the entire medical industry value chain and providing a high-quality platform for deepening industry-wide exchanges and expanding collaboration. Ningbo Huake Run Biotechnology Co., Ltd. and its subsidiary, Sino-European Zhiwei (Shanghai) Robotics Co., Ltd., will make a grand appearance at the fair with their Intelligent Digital Ecosystem of Advanced Spinal Surgical Solutions—known as [Zhi Lifang IDEAS³].

— ZhiLifang Paves the Way for a New Ecosystem in Intelligent Spinal Surgery —

【ZhiLiFang IDEAS³】Centered on the intelligent Woodpecker miniaturized spinal surgical robot, this system leverages multimodal fusion technology and preoperative and/or intraoperative planning to deliver real-time guidance via C-arm imaging, navigation-assisted guidance, and navigation-based positioning. Paired with multi-line product offerings from Huake Run and other authorized brands, it enables fully visualized manipulation of both active and passive surgical instruments throughout the entire procedure. In a wide range of spinal surgery scenarios—including vertebroplasty, endoscopic decompression and fusion, and pedicle screw fixation for the entire spine—this solution empowers clinicians by making procedures more convenient, precise, intelligent, minimally invasive, and efficient, thereby achieving a seamless closed-loop integration between product systems and clinical needs.

The Intelligent Woodpecker Miniature Spinal Surgery Robot, as a next-generation miniaturized intelligent surgical assistance system, is equipped with an advanced surgical planning and navigation platform that enables full-process visualization and controllability. Boasting innovative features such as “miniature size,” “precision,” “efficiency,” and “intelligence,” it provides comprehensive, minimally invasive, robot-assisted surgical solutions for clinical practice. As the first miniature orthopedic surgical robot to enter the Innovative Medical Device Green Channel, the Intelligent Woodpecker Miniature Spinal Surgery Robot stole the spotlight at this year’s CMEF exhibition, earning the “Most Popular” award in the “Robots and Artificial Intelligence” category and being recognized as a “Promising New Star Product” of the show.

At this year’s CMEF, Huake Run and Zhongou Zhiwei jointly presented a cutting-edge technology exhibit themed “IDEAS³.” The booth is designed in the form of a cube, seamlessly integrating lighting and structural elements to convey the boundless expansion of intelligent digital spaces and the multidimensional possibilities of technological advancement. The exhibit features interactive product experience zones and showcases Zhongou Zhiwei’s advanced spinal ecosystem series from multiple angles around the perimeter, enabling visitors to engage with the exhibits firsthand while enjoying a rich visual experience. With its distinctive design concept and innovative presentation approach, the “IDEAS³” technology booth has become a standout highlight at this year’s CMEF.

[Zhili Fang IDEAS³] The technology exhibition booth provides a comprehensive showcase of four product lines: the vertebral augmentation series, the spinal internal fixation series, the sports medicine series, and the active devices and consumables series. A particular focus is on the solutions enabled by the Intelligent Woodpecker surgical robot across a wide range of spinal surgical procedures, highlighting the essence of Huake Run’s intelligent, digital, full-spine minimally invasive surgery portfolio. Among these, the vertebral augmentation series leverages its pioneering angled-needle technology in conjunction with robotic intelligent assistance to achieve precise cement distribution, thereby ensuring both surgical efficiency and safety. The spinal internal fixation series integrates the robot’s advanced capabilities in intelligent planning, precise positioning, and real-time navigation to provide end-to-end support across various procedures—including internal fixation and fusion—for spinal disorders, delivering an efficient, accurate, and minimally invasive surgical experience. The active devices and consumables series, when paired with the robot’s intelligent integration solutions, are applied to endoscopic decompression and intervertebral interventions, enabling fully visualized, guided procedures that ensure safe and precise intraoperative management. The sports medicine product line covers a broad spectrum of surgeries involving the knee, shoulder, hip, and small joints; moreover, future micro-scale sports medicine robotics projects will further enhance this product line, ushering in breakthroughs in conventional approaches to sports medicine solutions. [Zhili Fang IDEAS³] is rapidly expanding and maturing, with a strong emphasis on robotic-assisted minimally invasive orthopedic surgery. Leveraging the powerful capabilities of the Intelligent Woodpecker surgical robot, it is driving the intelligent and digital transformation of minimally invasive surgery into a new era.

— Technology Exhibition Booth Welcomes Guests from Around the World —

The “IDEAS³” technology showcase highlighted the outstanding achievements of Ningbo Huake Run and Sino-European Zhiwei in the field of minimally invasive orthopedics, enabling domestic and international orthopedic experts, scholars, and industry leaders to witness firsthand the translation of cutting-edge technological capabilities into clinical practice. With the aid of the Intelligent Woodpecker miniaturized spinal surgery robot—featuring intelligent planning, precise positioning, and minimally invasive procedures—each product line can deliver optimal performance, offering patients safer and more efficient treatment options. Attendees at the event highly praised the deep integration of products and robotics, noting that this not only enhances surgical precision and safety but also opens up unprecedented opportunities for innovation in orthopedic care.

This spring edition of CMEF marks the international debut of Huake Run and Sino-European Zhiwei at a major medical-device trade show, as well as the first full public showcase of the [Zhilifang IDEAS³] platform at a large-scale, comprehensive medical-device exhibition. Through comprehensive technical demonstrations and expert presentations, Huake Run and Sino-European Zhiwei have fully highlighted their deep technological expertise and innovative capabilities in the field of minimally invasive orthopedics, conveying to the industry their unwavering commitment to advancing the minimally invasive orthopedic segment and accelerating the clinical translation of cutting-edge technologies. Moreover, their solid technological achievements underscore their ability to inject new momentum into the upgrade of minimally invasive orthopedic diagnostic and therapeutic models. Looking ahead, Huake Run and Sino-European Zhiwei will remain laser-focused on the minimally invasive orthopedic space, further integrating product development with technological innovation to deliver smarter, more precise, and safer surgical solutions for healthcare professionals worldwide—ultimately providing patients with higher-quality, more efficient orthopedic care.

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