Manufacturing
Orantech Inc.
FDA-registered manufacturer of medical cables and sensors. ISO 13485 certified. Established 2015.
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Liming Xue
Founder & Owner, Orantech Inc, Medten USA Inc. & Medten EU Aps
Manufacturer and e-commerce platform for the medical device aftermarket
About Liming Xue
With over 35 years in the medical device industry, Liming Xue has grown from an R&D engineer into the founder of multiple medical device companies — combining deep technical expertise with entrepreneurial vision.
As Founder & Owner of Orantech Inc. (established 2015) and Medten, Liming has built a vertically integrated ecosystem for the medical device aftermarket. Orantech is the specialized manufacturer of medical cables and parts, while Medten is the cross-border e-commerce platform connecting these products — and a broader catalog of 12,000+ medical aftermarket parts — to healthcare providers worldwide. In January 2024, he expanded the group's US footprint by acquiring Beta Biomed as a US-based manufacturing and service center.
Liming graduated from Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) with a degree in Biomedical Engineering and currently serves as Vice President of the SJTU BME Alumni Association, maintaining strong ties to the academic community that shapes the next generation of biomedical engineers.
Founder & Owner — Orantech & Medten
The Group: Three Integrated Entities
E-Commerce Platform
Medten USA Inc. & Medten EU Aps
Global online marketplace with 12,000+ medical aftermarket parts. The digital distribution arm of the group.
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Beta Biomed
US-based manufacturing and repair services. Acquired January 2024 to strengthen North American operations.
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2024 — Present
Owner
Beta Biomed (US-based manufacturer & service center)
Acquired Beta Biomed to establish US-based ISO 13485 certified manufacturing and service capabilities, expanding the group's North American operations with local quality assurance and repair services.
2021 — Present
Founder & Owner
Medten — Global Medical Aftermarket E-Commerce Platform
Launched Medten as the e-commerce and distribution arm of the group, offering 12,000+ medical aftermarket parts — including SpO2 sensors, ECG cables, NIBP cuffs, IBP transducers, and repair components — to healthcare providers worldwide. Medten bridges Orantech's manufacturing with global market access through a digital-first platform.
2015 — Present
Founder & Owner
Orantech Inc.
Established Orantech as a specialized manufacturer of medical cables and sensors for the global healthcare aftermarket, with FDA-registered products and ISO 13485 certified facilities. Orantech is the manufacturing engine of the group, producing compatible parts for major OEM brands including Philips, GE, Dräger, Masimo, and more.
2004 — 2014
Founder
Unimed Medical Supplies Inc.
Founded and built a medical supplies company over a decade, gaining deep experience in medical device distribution and market development.
1994 — 2004
Founder & General Manager
Shenzhen Biomedical-Instrument Ltd.
Led a medical instrument company for 10 years, building expertise in distributing overseas medical devices and supplies across China.
1991 — 1994
Project Manager of Medical Devices
China Kejian Co., Ltd. (Parent company of Analogic Scientific)
Managed the import of advanced medical devices from the US and built a distribution network across China.
1989 — 1991
MRI Department Engineer & Regional Sales Manager
Analogic Scientific Ltd.
Began his career as an MRI engineer, later expanding into regional sales management — establishing the dual technical-commercial foundation that defines his career.
Education & Leadership
Education
Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU)
School of Biomedical Engineering (BME)
One of China's top-tier engineering institutions
Leadership Roles
Vice President
SJTU BME Alumni Association
Active in fostering academic-industry collaboration
All articles are written by our founder
Every Medten Blog and Learn article is written by founder Liming Xue.
Medten Blog
- Replacement Battery Guide for use with Medfusion 3500, 3010, and 2500
- Medical Cable Compliance — Understanding FDA 510(k) and CE Standards
- Medical Cable Quality — Why It Directly Impacts Patient Monitoring Accuracy
- SpO₂ Sensors & Extension Cables — Getting Compatibility Right
- ECG Cables & Leadwires — How to Choose the Right Set for Reliable Monitoring
- Building a Procurement Checklist for Patient Monitoring Accessories
- The True Cost of Downtime: Why Reliable Accessories Matter More Than You Think
- How to Spot Counterfeit or Low-Quality Cables: A Procurement Guide
- Top 5 Questions to Ask Before Buying Compatible Patient Monitoring Accessories
- "No Signal," "Leads OFF," or Noisy Traces? A Clinician's Playbook for Fast Signal Recovery
- Don't Let Faulty Cables Risk Patient Care: A Practical Cable-Safety Guide
- Reusable vs Disposable SpO₂ Sensors: What's Right for Your Unit?
- SpO₂ Compatibility 101: Matching Sensors to Your Monitor
- SpO2 Sensor Compatibility Guide: Choosing the Right Pulse Oximeter Accessories
- 12-Lead ECG (EKG) Placement Guide: RA, LA, RL, LL and V1–V6
- EKG Lead Troubleshooting: Common Problems and Solutions for Patient Monitors
- SpO2 vs PO2: What's the Difference?
Medten Learn
- IBP Adapter Cables: A Compatibility Guide for Invasive Blood Pressure Monitoring
- ECG Cables & Leadwires: The Complete Category Guide
- ECG Artifact Troubleshooting: 10 Common Causes and How to Fix Them
- FDA & ISO 13485 Compliance: What to Verify Before Sourcing Compatible Monitoring Accessories
- Sourcing SpO2 Sensors When RFQs Mention PO2 or Oxygen Monitoring
- The Procurement Checklist for Sourcing Compatible Patient Monitoring Accessories
- AAMI vs IEC ECG Lead Colors: A Practical Reference for Biomedical Teams and Distributors
- Medical Temperature Probes: A Compatibility and Sourcing Guide for Biomedical Teams
- NIBP Cuffs & Hoses: A Compatibility and Sourcing Guide for Biomedical Teams
- Compatible Fetal Transducers Explained
- Patient Monitor Accessories Replacement Schedule
- How to Find the Right Compatible Patient Monitor Accessory
- How to Source Compatible Patient Monitor Cables as a Distributor: A Practical Guide
- OEM vs Compatible Patient Monitoring Cables: What Biomedical Engineers Need to Know
- Medical Cable Lead Times and Supply Chain Planning for Hospital Biomedical Teams
- Why Medical Cable Warranty Terms Matter More Than You Think
- How to Build a Medical Cable Procurement Checklist for Hospital Purchasing Teams
- Understanding Medical Cable Compatibility: What Hospitals Need to Know Before Ordering
- Medical Cable Failure Prevention: How Hospitals Reduce Equipment Downtime
Connect with Liming
Identity verification: Liming Xue's professional background can be verified on the Orantech official About Us page. He is the Founder & Owner of Orantech Inc. (manufacturer) and Medten (e-commerce platform), and Owner of Beta Biomed (US-based service center). These three entities form an integrated group serving the global medical device aftermarket.
