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Equipment Resource Center
Independent equipment reviews, real laboratory testing and practical buying guidance for orthodontic laboratories and in house orthodontic teams.
Tested in a working orthodontic laboratory
Nearly 30 years of laboratory experience
No paid reviews or rankings
National and international coverage
Three Brands. One Mission.
Discover. Test. Put It to Work.
Ortho Outlaw discovers and documents. Lab Tested Outlaw Approved evaluates. Orthodontic Lab Solutions helps laboratories put the information to work.
Ortho Outlaw
Media, reviews, laboratory tours, interviews and industry coverage.
Lab Tested Outlaw Approved
Independent testing, detailed scorecards and honest ratings.
Orthodontic Lab Solutions
Equipment guidance, select resale partnerships, installation, training and workflow support.
Start Here
Choose the Path That Fits Your Lab
Whether you are researching, ready to buy, representing a manufacturer or following industry content, there is a clear place to begin.
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I Am Researching Equipment
Browse reviews, buyer’s guides and top picks.
Start Researching → ✓I Know What I Want
Talk with OLS about availability, installation, training and the right source.
Get Equipment Guidance → MI Manufacture Equipment
Submit a product for testing, convention coverage or a possible partnership.
Work With Us → CI Want Lab Content
Watch Ortho Outlaw tours, interviews, reviews and tips.
Watch Ortho Outlaw →Not Another Equipment Directory
Built Around Real Laboratory Use
This site is built around real production, real ownership and the questions laboratories need answered before making a major investment.
We look beyond manufacturer descriptions to evaluate workflow, training, maintenance, support and long term value.
Independent testing and practical observations
Strengths and limitations explained clearly
Workflow and ownership requirements considered
Connections to the right source even when it is not OLS
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Built on Real Lab Experience
The Experience Behind Every Review
Every review begins with real production, real questions and one goal: helping laboratories make smarter equipment decisions.
Real Laboratory Testing
Products are evaluated inside a working orthodontic laboratory under real production conditions.
Nearly 30 Years of Experience
Decades of appliance fabrication, digital conversion, equipment ownership and production problem solving.
Honest Reviews
Strengths are recognized and limitations are explained clearly.
No Pay to Win Rankings
Advertising dollars do not determine ratings or placement.
If I would not put it in my own lab, I will not recommend it for yours.
Jason Johnson • Ortho Outlaw
Media Meets Practical Support
Where Ortho Outlaw Meets Orthodontic Lab Solutions
Ortho Outlaw tests, documents and explains. Orthodontic Lab Solutions helps laboratories put that information to work.
OLS helps compare equipment, plan workflows, coordinate installation and training and connect laboratories with manufacturers, distributors and support teams.
Ortho Outlaw
Independent media, lab tours, interviews, reviews and hands on product testing.
Orthodontic Lab Solutions
Equipment guidance, workflow planning, select resale partnerships, installation and training.
The Right Source, Even When It Is Not Us
When OLS is not the right source, we help point laboratories toward the right manufacturer, distributor or industry expert.
Start With What Matters
Explore the Equipment Resource Center
Review real equipment, compare options and learn what to ask before making a major investment.
Latest Review
AOS MicroBender MB1 V7
Real world ownership, production impact, training, accuracy and long term value.
9.6 / 10
Equipment Shortlist
Top Picks
A focused list of equipment that currently stands out for orthodontic laboratories.
Before You Buy
Buyer’s Guide
Compare workflows, hidden requirements and ownership considerations before investing.
Currently in the Lab
Testing Takes Time. Follow the Process.
See what is being installed, evaluated and used in production before the final review is published.
Long Term Evaluation
AOS MicroBender
Ongoing production use, workflow analysis and long term ownership review.
90% through the evaluation
Currently Testing
Mayku Multiplier
Testing forming workflow, consistency and production capacity.
55% through the evaluation
Review Coming Soon
Keles Keyless Expander
Evaluating lab workflow, assembly and practical clinical benefits.
35% through the evaluation
Planned Evaluation
Sunstone Laser Welder
Laser welding workflow, learning curve and everyday laboratory use.
10% through the evaluation
The Rating System
Understanding the Outlaw Ratings
Ratings are earned through real testing, not advertising dollars.
Outlaw Approved
I would buy it and use it in my own lab.
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Outlaw Recommended
A solid product with a few trade offs.
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Needs More Saddle Time
Not there yet or more testing is needed.
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How Products Earn Their Rating
A Consistent Process From Research to Final Rating
Every product follows the same evaluation path before receiving an official rating.
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Research
Review product claims, specifications, workflow requirements and expected use.
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Install
Document setup, installation, training and the true requirements for getting started.
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Production
Use the product under real orthodontic laboratory production conditions.
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Long Term Use
Track performance, reliability, maintenance and support over time.
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Compare
Evaluate strengths, limitations, alternatives, cost and workflow fit.
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Final Rating
Score the product and answer whether I would buy it for my own lab.
How We Work With Manufacturers
Relationships Never Guarantee a Positive Review
Some manufacturers provide access to equipment, information or demonstrations. Orthodontic Lab Solutions is also a reseller or industry partner for select products.
Those relationships do not determine the rating. Products are still evaluated based on real laboratory use, practical value and whether I would confidently use them in my own lab.
Some companies become resale partners. Others simply earn our respect. Either way, the review comes first.
Ortho Outlaw On the Trail
From Working Labs to the World’s Biggest Dental Events
We visit laboratories, manufacturers and major meetings across North America and Europe to bring back practical information and honest industry conversations.
Built for the Orthodontic Industry
Why Companies and Laboratories Work With Us
We connect practical laboratory experience with clear media, honest evaluation and implementation support.
Laboratories
Practical buying guidance, workflow planning and implementation support.
Orthodontists
Support for in house laboratory equipment, workflows and staff training.
Manufacturers
Honest product testing, interviews, education and industry media coverage.
Software Companies
Real workflow feedback, demonstrations and practical education.
Equipment Companies
Long term evaluation, product storytelling and laboratory insight.
Distributors
Connections between laboratories, manufacturers and the right support source.
Buying Equipment Should Not Feel Like Guesswork
Make the Decision Before the Decision Makes You
Equipment affects production, staffing, training, space, maintenance and cash flow. We help compare workflow fit, ownership requirements, support and expected return before you invest.
Follow the Testing Beyond the Website
More Than Product Pages
Follow the products, people and laboratories shaping the orthodontic industry.
Lab Tested Outlaw Approved
Hands on product testing, scorecards and long term reviews.
Watch the Series →Ortho Outlaw On the Trail
Lab tours, conventions, manufacturers and industry conversations.
Follow the Trail →Outlaw Tips and Tricks
Practical techniques from real orthodontic workbenches.
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Follow the Journey. Wear the Brand.
Follow Ortho Outlaw for equipment reviews, laboratory tours, industry news and practical tips. Then visit the merchandise store for apparel and gear built for the orthodontic community.
Before You Invest
The Right Equipment Can Change a Lab. The Wrong Equipment Can Cost Years.
Before spending tens of thousands of dollars, compare the complete picture. Workflow, training, service, consumables, production demands and long term support matter just as much as the machine itself.
Let’s Talk
Tell Us What Your Lab Is Working Toward
Ask about equipment, workflow planning, product testing, manufacturer partnerships or Ortho Outlaw media opportunities.
