Radiography System utilizes 16-bit imaging technology.
Press Release Summary:
Direct digital radiography system, ddRCombi Trauma, enables patients to be imaged from head to toe, AP and lateral, without being moved. Features include fixed table with elevating base, 4-way floating tabletop, and automatic positioning of detector. Fully processed images are available for review in 5 sec. HD-16 technology enables 16-bit digital detectors to acquire radiographic images with over 65,000 grey levels at low patient radiation dose.
Original Press Release:
Swissray Introduces 16 Bit Imaging Technology and ddRCombi Trauma at RSNA 2004
ELIZABETH, N.J., Nov. 22 -- Swissray International Inc. will introduce at the Radiological Society of North America - RSNA -- Annual Meeting in Chicago many unique new innovations for its market leading direct digital Radiography product line. RSNA starts November 28th and ends December 2nd.
All Swissray digital radiography systems will be presented to the market utilizing the latest 16 Bit Imaging Technology. This new and unique HD-16 technology will provide unmatched image quality for radiographic images at lowest patient radiation dose. The 16 Bit digital detectors will acquire images with over 65,000 grey levels which results in increased and improved diagnostic information compared to any other competing product offers.
Swissray will also introduce its newest ddR system the ddRCombi Trauma. This system is designed to provide fast, highest quality digital imaging in the demanding environment of a busy Emergency Department. With this system, traumatized patients can be easily imaged from head to toe, AP and lateral, without being moved. The ddRCombi Trauma features a fixed table with elevating base, 4 way floating table top and automatic positioning of the detector for cross table imaging with the convenient push of a single button on a wireless remote control. Fully processed images are available for review in just 5 seconds. With the ddRCombi Trauma, critically injured patients can be quickly imaged and diagnosed, saving time and lives.
Terry Ross, CEO commented: "As part of our continuing success to provide our customer base state of the art technology in this dynamically advancing sector, Swissray's advanced 16 bit digital detector technology HD-16 is also available as an optional upgrade to existing users. Our increasing investments in R&D are geared to pay dividends to both new buyers and to our large existing customer base."
Additionally Swissray will exhibit its unique package for Orthopedic Imaging as well as advanced imaging applications such as Computed Assisted Diagnostics, Real-Time Dynamic Radiography and Dual Energy Subtraction.
"As the leading supplier for DR systems we understand the specific needs of any specialty in digital radiography such as Orthopedic Applications or Pulmonary Imaging. We are committed to offer a comprehensive package of hardware and software solutions to all these specialties," adds Ueli Laupper, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing.
About Swissray
Swissray is the leading supplier of direct digital Radiography ddR technology commended by Frost & Sullivan for superior product value and design excellence. Swissray's ddR technology provides highest quality medical radiographic images in seconds and at a significantly lower cost than conventional or computed radiography because, among other factors, film, imaging plates, cassettes and chemical processing are not required.
Swissray has installed ddR systems around the globe in such diverse markets as the USA, Canada, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Latin America. For more information visit the Swissray website at http://www.swissray.com/
CONTACT:
John Monahan
Swissray International, Inc.
(908) 353-0971 x112
jmonahan@swissray.com
1180 McLester Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
