ROHS Compliant
Monolithic Faceplates

RSNA product showcase

December 01, 2015
by Sean Ruck, Contributing Editor
SCHOTT North America, ROHS Compliant Monolithic Faceplates – Booth 1906, Hall A
As the demands for digital imaging applications require faster speeds and higher dosage levels, SCHOTT has developed its Large Format Fiber Optic Faceplate as the protective x-ray barrier for CMOS/CCD detectors. With sizes up to 430 x 430mm, SCHOTT’s 47ARH and new RFG-92A glasses provide excellent X-ray absorption and contrast, while transmitting high resolution images to the detector. SCHOTT Lighting and Imaging specializes in design and manufacture of fiber optic, LED, optical and hybrid product solutions for use in medical, dental, scientific, industrial, defense and transportation applications.


 
Cardinal CT Tube

Varian Medical Systems, Cardinal CT Tube – Booth 4303, Hall A
Varian’s Cardinal CT housing is a direct replacement for the Stargate/CTR-2150 tube used in Philips Brilliance 6® and 16 CT scanners. The Cardinal has a high heat capacity with excellent image quality and throughput allowing for quicker imaging which translates into cost savings to the medical facilities
 
Mobile 3D Mammography Coach

Assured Imaging
Mobile 3D Mammography Coach – Booth 4378, Hall A

Our 45” unit is equipped with the latest in mobile coach comfort: slide-out technology, wheelchair accessibility, patient waiting area, and private changing rooms. Our two screening rooms utilize leading-edge equipment including Hologic Genius™ 3D mammography and bone densitometry systems. Unit is built on a durable freightliner “million-mile” chassis and drive train with the latest in CBL1 air ride reducing vibration to equipment. Upgraded power source provides equipment backup and redundancy without causing frequency issues. The unit includes advanced A/C and heating with low voltage draw and is self-contained to utilize generators or shoreline power.
 
Echostar Comfort 1.5T
wide bore MRI

Alltech Medical Systems America
Echostar Comfort 1.5T wide bore MRI – Booth 7938, Hall B

The all new Echostar Comfort 1.5T wide bore MRI from Alltech Medical Systems America features a 71 cm full circular patient bore, a zero-boil-off magnet that doesn’t require a cryogen fill for 10 years, a patient handling system rated to 550 pounds and an intuitive user interface that has been refined in sites scanning more than 50 patients a day. The Comfort has been designed with high efficiency in mind. It is both energy efficient and cost effective, insuring a lower cost of acquisition and ongoing operation, highly desirable in today’s cost sensitive climate. Come see the image quality for yourself!
 
Power Grid Tubes

Richardson Healthcare
Power Grid Tubes – Booth 7913, Hall B

Richardson Electronics has been serving the health care industry for decades with a full line of power grid tubes (PA tubes) that are used in the amplifier section of GE and Philips MRI systems. We understand that our customers operate in an industry where efficiency and cost-savings are intertwined with patient care. Due to our global scale and our extensive vendor network, we have made it possible to offer our customers these power grid tubes at affordable prices.
 
Ampronix
LCD Retrofit kit – Booth 7707, Hall B

Ampronix, a world class manufacturer of innovative medical technology, announces the availability of its new LCD retrofit kit for the popular OEC 9800 mobile C-Arm.

OEC 9800 Retrofit allows users to replace the old displays on their OEC 9800 mobile C-Arm, with new dual 20.1” grayscale LED LCD’s. The OEC 9800 Retrofit’s innovative design gives users the flexibility to perform the installation in the field in one hour or less. The new LCD displays come mounted on an articulating arm giving the mobile C-Arm unit even more versatility and freedom. Paired with increased brightness (900 cd/m2) and detail (1500:1 contrast ratio), as well as an 178% vertical/horizontal viewing angle, the OEC 9800 Retrofit provides users a way to drastically increase the life of their mobile C-Arm creating significant time and cost savings.
 
Beekley Medical
Drive Patient Drinking Compliance in CTE or MRE with Breeza™ flavored beverage for neutral abdominal/pelvic imaging – Booth 3105, Hall A

New Breeza flavored beverage for neutral abdominal/pelvic imaging’s light, refreshing, lemon-lime flavor and appealing bottle help encourage drinking compliance and improve satisfaction for patients undergoing enterography exams in CT (CTE) or MR (MRE) to drink the full amount.

Sugar-free and gluten-free, Breeza™ flavored beverage for neutral abdominal/ pelvic imaging is sold in cases of twenty-four 500mL bottles. Each case comes with straws and patient labels for the convenience of your staff and your patients.
 
Leo Radiographic Housing – Booth 4303, Hall A
Varian’s new LEO radiographic housing is designed for 3” rotating anode inserts. Varian’s innovative technology allows customers to take full advantage of high heat load, high throughput and quiet operation. The Leo comes in one standard configuration which allows for a significant cost reduction and will be able to compete in the price sensitive radiographic tube market.
 
Ultrasound RS80A Prestige – Booth 7313, Hall B
The RS80A with Prestige is a high resolution premium ultrasound designed to meet the needs of the Radiology department. The advanced technical capabilities that the RS80A with Prestige features are built on the successes of Samsung technologies, including superior image quality, while offering exclusive options. Features such as S-Fusion, and S-Shearwave provide diagnostic confidence and user convenience in challenging practices. EBreast, E-Thyroid and S-Detect provide additional diagnostic tools while improving efficiencies.
 
ETS-Lindgren
Safescan Dual Pillar FMDS – Booth 4529, Hall A

ETS-Lindgren’s Dual Pillar System is ideal for automated ferromagnetic detection in doorways and hallways inside an MRI Department. Safescan Dual Pillar Systems provide the highest level of functional sensitivity to Ferromagnetic material. These systems have both selectable audio and visual indicators, meaning you can choose how you want to be alerted. ETS-Lindgren installs each system so you don’t have to. We ensure proper setup, operation and support for your overall safety objectives. Detect ferrous materials before they enter the MRI room, avoiding potentially serious accidents. Four Safescan products offer you flexibility in selecting the right solution for your specific site and need.
 
AFC Industries
Ergonomics for Healthy Vision – Booth 1703, Hall A

The American Optometric Association defines Computer Vision Syndrome “…as the eye and vision problems related to near work …,” many of which are experienced during or related to computer use. At AFC Industries, we firmly believe that the ergonomic desk of today must be designed to allow for the personalization of user-adjustable heights, tilt, back and arm support. We have created the Swingle Tier™ to address these issues and offer the ultimate in user flexibility and comfort. You will appreciate the desks’ electronic height adjustment settings of 28 to 47 inches from the floor for comfortable sit-to-stand settings; its articulating monitor arms for the ultimate in focal length positioning; and the swing lift keyboard platform with its single hand height and tilt adjustments.
 
Biomorph
Plus Series Radiology Tables – Booth 7908, Hall B

Biomorph introduces our multi-monitor Plus Series dual surface radiology tables at RSNA 2015. Through built-in ergonomics, Biomorph improves efficiency and well-being in reading rooms with multi-level, fully adjustable motorized sit-to-standing surfaces. Designed with comfort, good health and productivity in mind, Biomorph radiology furniture is available in multiple configurations to suit the most demanding users and facilities.
 
Canon USA, Inc.
RadPRO ® OMNERA 400 Digital Radiographic Systems – Booth 2539

Featuring a wide range of configurations, the RadPRO OMNERA Systems can easily handle routine, as well as demanding diagnostic imaging exams. Designed for the productivity and versatility needs of radiographers, its robust, aircraft-grade aluminum construction helps ensure consistent, easy exams with the high throughput needed in high-volume hospital imaging departments. The high-frequency generator, the elevating 6-way table and tight integration with certain Canon CXDI digital detectors (sold separately) help accelerate exams for a wide variety of patients and procedures. In addition, tube, vertical wall stand, and table all have extended range of motion for imaging flexibility.
 
iemens Healthcare
Symbia Evo – Booth 4136, Hall A

The Symbia Evo SPECT system sports unique features to help users read with greater confidence and image a wide range of patients. Symbia Evo automates routine manual tasks due to Automated Quality Control and Automated Collimator Changer. The IQ•SPECT ultra-fast cardiac imaging solution enables vastly improved scan times. Symbia Evo offers industry-leading3 collimator sensitivity and 24 percent3 higher reconstructed image resolution for high quality images that permit a more confident diagnosis. The systems’ detector flexibility supports stretcher and hospital bed imaging; the patient bed supports patients up to 500 lbs.
 
NEC
MD302C6 30” Diagnostic Display – Booth 2955, Hall A

The 30” NEC MultiSync MD302C6, an LED-backlit color diagnostic display, is designed for the demanding needs of healthcare professionals in medical imaging and multi-modality PACS. This 6-megapixel model features an IPS panel to provide precise grayscale reproduction and wide viewing angles as well as an integrated front sensor which constantly monitors and adjust brightness to maintain the factory DICOM GSDF calibration. In addition to offering a large overall workspace, the MD302C6 can function as a dual 3MP replacement. The MD302C6 includes a has three-way ergonomic stand, including height-adjust, swivel and tilt. The display offers both DisplayPort and DVI-D inputs, built-in two-port USB hub, and 16-bit lookup tables (LUTs) with 1024 levels of gray for smooth images and hardware calibration.
 
Rayence
RU-3000 Digital Universal Radiography System – Booth 3737, Hall A
Rayence will showcase the RU-3000 Universal Digital Radiography System. This unique U-arm features a compact design with dual telescoping arm movement that permits installation in settings having ceiling heights of just eight feet. Its fully motorized movements for SID, arm rotation, height, and detector angle can be automatically programmed to user-specific radiographic positions utilizing the intuitive touch-screen located tube side, a hand held remote control, or by using the technologist workstation. Complemented by a durable bucky design with an easily removable grid, automatic collimation, patient safety anti-collision sensors, and an available mobile table, the RU-3000 is full featured and well-suited for all imaging environments.
 
MAVIG GmbH
OT54 Cardio-Angio Ceiling Suspended Shield – Booth 4100, Hall A

MAVIG’s Radial and Femoral Access OT54 CardioAngio Shield combines a larger radiation protective lead acrylic shield with an overlapping flexible lead curtain panel that lays perfectly flush to the patient’s body and stops a significant proporation of scatter radiation coming from the patient. The new OT54 has two curved cut-outs for both radial and femoral artery access. Germany’s RöFo Publication recently evaluated the efficiency of the OT54 Shield with the flexible lead curtains and noted a dramatic dose reduction of the head and eyes of the operator. When the OT54 Shield is used in combination with the Patient Femoral or Radial Drapes a further dose reduction is noted.
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Richardson Healthcare
New Image Systems N-series Display Line with 5MP Color – Booth 7913, Hall B

Richardson Healthcare will be showcasing the new Image Systems N-Series line of diagnostic displays, which was designed for the demanding needs of radiology and mammography. The new series is highlighted by the new 5MP Color display (C5MPn) that will support multimodality PACS and mammographic image viewing. The N-series line features a sleeker, slimmer case design, long-life LED backlights, integrated front sensors, and are bundled with CFS Calibration Software.
 
Dunlee
DA 200 P40 CT Replacement Tube – Booth 2700, Hall A

The newest addition to Dunlee’s portfolio of replacement CT tubes, the P40, is not only identical in fit, form and function to the original tube — it carries the same exact warranty. Like all products Dunlee brings to market, it’s designed to perform better and last longer, yet costs considerably less than the original.The DA 200 P40 is a 6.3 MHU CT tube designed as a replacement for use in GE Optima CT660* System.
* products listed may be trademarked by the referenced OEM
 
MAMMOMAT Inspiration with Tomosynthesis Option – Booth 4136, Hall A
The breast tomosynthesis add-on option for the MAMMOMAT Inspiration and MAMMOMAT Inspiration PRIME Edition digital mammography systems features an algorithm that reconstructs multiple 2D breast images into an approximation of a 3D image to enable detection of tumors hidden by overlapping breast tissue. In tomosynthesis mode, the MAMMOMAT Inspiration X-ray tube rotates in a circular motion around the breast to acquire an image every two degrees while moving through an angular range of 50 degrees; the resulting 25 projections are reconstructed as 3D digital breast tomosynthesis images.
 
Connect Imaging
ConnectWeb – Booth 3746, Hall A

Connect Imaging’s ConnectWeb is a pure HTML5 clientless viewer for DICOM studies that works with all popular browsers on either MAC or PC computers. ConnectWeb can also be interfaced with any DICOM PACS, so that facilities that do not have a Connect Imaging PACS can still benefit from the ease of access and lightning fast download that ConnectWeb provides. Security is maintained through a secure web logon using either Active Directory authentication or a local database of authorized users. Users can be given full or restricted access to studies. All study access is logged to a central HIPAA access log. ConnectWeb can be easily interfaced with most electronic medical records systems so that studies can be accessed directly without requiring a separate logon
 
Canon USA, Inc.
RadPRO® Mobile 40kW Digital X-ray System – Booth 2539

Rather than bring the patient to the radiography room, you can bring the radiography room to the patient. Patients with limited mobility, those needing assistance at bedside, or in wheelchairs can easily be imaged. Equipped with a choice of digital flat panel detectors from Canon, the RadPRO Mobile 40kW Digital X-ray System can improve workflow, throughput, and patient care. Fast processing times make it easy to capture high-quality diagnostic images for routine diagnosis or challenging trauma. The RadPRO Mobile 40kW Digital X-ray System offers immediate improvements in bedside imaging: from fast turnaround times and outstanding diagnostic image quality.
RSNA PRODUCT SHOWCASE
 
McKesson
Conserus Suite of Solutions for Health IT – Booth 1135, Hall A

Conserus™, a suite of flexible, vendor-neutral solutions for healthcare IT enterprise and diagnostic imaging. The Conserus suite includes Conserus™ Image Repository (a vendor neutral archive solution, independent for any PACS that archives and manages image data) and Conserus™ Clinical Data Exchange (provides the ability to securely discover, exchange access and view images across multiple VNA/PACS) and Conserus Workflow Intelligence™ (vendor neutral, flexible workflow rules engine that connects seamlessly in heterogeneous system environments to consolidate interpretation and quality tasks).
 
NeoCoil
MRI Coil – Booth 3574, Hall B

For the last nine years, NeoCoil has been and continues to be the leader in RF design for MRI coils. Through innovative designs and a thorough understanding of MRI coupled with state-of-the-art RF technology, NeoCoil has changed the landscape of coil design by pioneering a comprehensive product line of high performance flexible coils of the highest quality for a variety of system vendors, including GE Healthcare, Siemens, and Toshiba. These high channel count coils are optimized for orthopaedic, abdominal, spine, cardiac and pelvic applications. An alternative to dedicated, rigid coils, our soft, flexible coils comfortably image all patient populations from child to adult.
 
Advanced Mobility by Kentucky Trailer
Discovery IQ PET/CT System Mobile Medical Unit – Booth 1750, Hall A

In conjunction with GE Healthcare, Advanced Mobility assisted in the development of the new Discovery IQ PET/CT System Mobile Medical Unit. This is the first new PET/CT Mobile System GE has brought to market since the Discovery ST in 2003. With our combined leverage, expertise and ownership of the AK/Oshkosh Specialty Vehicle design, Advanced Mobility has maintained the attributes of the vehicle through adding several new features while improving upon the earlier design.
 
New enhancements include: modifying the twin l beam chassis to reduce wall deflection, replacing the steel body with an aluminum body, replacing the steel patient lift with an aluminum lift, significantly reducing mechanical fasteners throughout the body, relocating the HVAC Units to the front of the vehicle and reducing the power draw of the vehicle to downsize to a 45KW generator.
 
Nautilus Medical, Inc
MatrixRay Image Exchange and Management-Stop getting soaked by the cloud – Booth 7108, Hall B

Nautilus Medical, Inc has released the most powerful and secure image management software on the market. MatrixRay software from Nautilus Medical is providing medical professionals with the tools and features needed to manage and exchange images. By offering a closed private key security system — far superior to any other image transfer system - users can be confident that their data is secure and backed by an insurance policy against breaches not offered by others in the market. High level security combined with a true pay-per-use system ensures no risk in trying out MatrixRay. The additional tools of document and film scanning, DICOM conversion, universal importing, universal formatting, anonymizing, robust viewer, QC with masking, editing, disc burning and more, will make image management a breeze from a single user interface. “It’s like the iTunes® of radiology” says Dr. Scalia, Nautilus software is used by more than 25 of the top 30 medical centers in the U.S.
 
ContextVision
REALiCE – Booth 6910, Hall B

ContextVision’s versatile visualization software – REALiCE® – has seen significant improvement for RSNA 2015, with new features including the Photographic View, Skeletal View, Surface Rendering View and Depth Color Coding View. These developments, combined with clearer imaging, provide more accurate fetus measurements, such as fetal abdominal diameter, abdominal circumference and femur length. REALiCE combines the GOPiCE® adaptive 3D/4D volume enhancement product with new true-to-data rendering technology, providing ultrasound manufacturers with high-end visualization capabilities and image quality. When integrated into ultrasound systems, REALiCE provides more accurate imaging to facilitate diagnosis and measurement. The adaptive view states—including lighting source controls, translucency, threshold, advanced cropping and tuning capabilities— help ultrasound manufacturers meet the demands of clinics and hospitals for better, more accurate ultrasound imaging.
 
Moxtek
350W, 80kV& 30W, 60kV Microfocus X-Ray Sources – Booth 3975, Hall A

Give an unfair advantage to your imaging products by using Moxtek’s X-Ray Sources. Moxtek miniature X-ray sources are small, lightweight and customized to meet your needs. The 350W, 80kV source is 1/3 the size of a typical X-ray generator. It is lightweight, portable, air cooled, and can be accommodated with a cabled or monoblock design. The 30W, 60kV Microfocus has a True 50μm spot size for high resolution, high contrast X-ray images. The air cooled source is compact and portable without sacrificing high image requirements.
 
NEC
MDC212C2 21.3” Clinical Review Display – Booth 2955, Hall A

NEC Display Solution’s 21.3” MultiSync MDC212C2 clinical review display offers radiology departments and healthcare IT managers a self-sufficient monitor that ensures more usable radiology room time. This 2-megapixel model features a long life IPS panel delivering accurate and consistent colors. The MDC212C2 has a built-in, stand-alone calibration feature that allows self-calibrations to be scheduled within the monitor and run at a time convenient for the facility. This 24/7 performing monitor also features a Quick Screen QA function which provides a TG-18 test pattern for evaluating screen performance. The human sensor feature on the display recognizes when a human is not present and automatically goes into ‘sleep’ mode helping to save on energy costs for users. The MDC212C2 also provides a variety of connectivity options including DisplayPort, VGA and DVI-D inputs.
 
medQ
Q/ris DICOM Structured Reporting – Booth 1850, Hall A

medQ, Inc. is showing their new DICOM Structured Report module. The Q/ris DICOM SR program provides users the capability to set up specific structured reporting tables and have these tables be automatically populated with data direct from modality. The program has the capability to receive DICOM SR data from all modalities; including; US, Mammography, DEXA, CT and MRI. These data can be reviewed for completeness and accuracy, modified on line by the technologists, and then forwarded to be automatically included in the radiologist’s report. Specialty data, such as, contrast and radiation dosage can also be automatically downloaded for inclusion into the patient record and final report.
 
Samsung
DR systems -- Booth 6608, Hall B

Samsung’s DR systems combine advanced imaging technology and user-friendly automated workflows to meet the demands of today’s radiology departments. The GC85A offers streamlined workflows, diagnostic confidence and improved total cost of ownership. Key features: S-Vue imaging engine provides dependable, accurate diagnoses; wireless, lightweight S-Detector with high DQE and portable grid; Smart Control enables the operator to precisely position the entire system with one touch of the control panel’s buttons; S-Align provides precise alignment and displays the detector’s angle to the THU; Smart Stitching eliminates the need for patients to stand for long periods of consecutive shooting; S-Share Compatibility – S-Detectors are compatible with Samsung DR Systems, so when discharged, it can be used with detectors from other compatible Samsung DR equipment.
 
Ziehm Vision RFD 3D
The revolution in 3D imaging – Booth 6119, Hall B

The new flagship Ziehm Vision RFD 3D has been specifically developed for high-end procedures in orthopedics, trauma and spinal applications. Thanks to our latest technical highlight, SmartScan, it is possible to generate a complete 3D cubical dataset with 16 cm edge length, while keeping the design of a conventional C-arm, and profit from the advantages of a variable isocenter.
 
Ziehm Vision RFD 3D is the first C-arm on the market that works with flat-panel technology and provides this level of outstanding 2D imaging as well as the complete 3D information during clinical interventions.
 
McKesson
McKesson Radiology – Booth 1135, Hall A

McKesson Radiology™ provides access to images, reports and patient information when and where it’s needed. In addition, intelligent tools such as advanced workflows and 3D processing (VTRIP) for the radiology specialist help to streamline workflow, improve report-turnaround-time, and increase productivity and efficiency. McKesson Radiology™ Mammography Plus is dedicated to meeting the current and emerging needs to better serve breast imaging specialists and McKesson™ Study Share supports teaching files and conferencing capabilities.
 
Bayer HealthCare Multi Vendor Service
Acuity HD 1417 Wireless detector– Booth 4736, Hall A

The high quality, easy to use upgrade — from Bayer HealthCare Multi Vendor Service. Now you can afford to upgrade your suite to digital, with the Acuity HD 1417 Wireless detector. This cassette-sized detector features DR wireless technology to easily transform a conventional X-ray room into an efficient, digital radiology suite. Upgrade in a few short hours — and get high-resolution digital images. And, because the Acuity HD 1417 is lightweight and wireless, you can capture images more easily and efficiently, taking advantage of its design to increase patient throughput.
 
OpenTempo
Automated Staff Scheduling and Workforce Optimization Solutions – Booth 8516, Hall B

OpenTempo creates automated tools for radiology staff and call scheduling. Our cloud-based solutions provide mobile access to staff schedules and automatically calculate differential and incentive pay in real time. OpenTempo clients typically see a return on investment of 200 to 800 percent in their first year. Our solutions include staff scheduling, time/attendance and payroll, workforce analytics, differential and incentive pay calculation and patient demand forecasting.
 
We have extensive expertise in radiology workforce management and can provide reports and analytics on every aspect of your staffing model, including time and attendance. Let us help you create an efficient, cost-effective solution for your radiology practice.
 
Ampronix
VersaPaxx – Booth 7707, Hall B

Ampronix’s new VERSAPAXX is the first unique all-in-one 22” touch screen that lets you capture images and video all in HD with advanced analytical and diagnostic tools to make your integration seamless. This innovative technology is compatible with Cath Labs, MRI, CT, RF rooms, Mobile C-arms, PET, Nuclear Medicine, Endoscopes, and many more. Its universal compatibility with all types of modalities, regardless of manufacturer, supporting both DICOM and non-DICOM machines, makes VersaPaxx a true complement to your imaging device.
 
VersaPaxx is the complete solution for both Surgery and Radiology departments who demand quick and easy image/cine capture and DICOM conversion. We offer two models — the VP222-AV is an analog input only version and our digital version VP222-DD accepts either DVI-I/VGA/Component or HD-SDI video inputs.