CT Simulation System

Philips, Andover, Mass, offers the AcQSim ³ , a 3D CT solution for radiation therapy simulation and treatment planning. AcQSim ³ is built upon the Pinnacle ³ radiation therapy planning platform. It provides absolute marking capabilities for increased productivity and confidence in patient marking, and can be configured as a stand-alone CT simulation system or a complete simulation and external beam planning system, including 3D planning and intensity-modulated radiation therapy, as well as optional Syntegra image registration. (866) 246-7306; www.medical.philips.com .

CD Burner

American Medical Sales Inc, Hawthorne, Calif, offers the fully automated Catella CD Burner for efficient copying of patients' images. The Catella CD Burner features: automated transfer of selected DICOM images; automated label printing with patient name and creation date; the ability to print customized institutional labels; and a DICOM viewer on each CD for image reading from personal computers with Windows. The burner creates up to 50 CDs without media reload, and is available with software and 100 blank CDs. (800) 423-3535; www.digitalams.com .

Open Bore MRI

Siemens Medical Solutions, Malvern, Pa, introduces the Magnetom Espree ^TM , an open bore 1.5 Tesla MRI system. The Magnetom Espree allows for more than 60% of examinations to be completed with patients' heads outside of the bore, easing issues of claustrophobia. With a bore opening of approximately 2.3 feet in diameter and the average distance between a patient's head and the MRI magnet at almost one foot, the Espree provides enough room for larger patients. The Magnetom Espree features Total imaging matrix ^TM technology, a whole-body surface concept that enables high-resolution images in short acquisition times. (888) 826-9702; www.siemens.com/medical .

Ferromagnetic Detection System

Kopp Development Inc, Jensen Beach, Fla, introduces the Ferralert ^TM Entry, a ferromagnetic detection system for MRI safety. The system is designed to significantly reduce the risk of ferromagnetic objects becoming projectiles through the attraction of the MR magnet. Ferralert Entry recognizes only materials that are attracted to the magnet, but at the same time ignores titanium, aluminum, brass, etc. It is a passive, nonradiating device that can be unobtrusively installed at the entrance to the magnet room. (772) 225-6932; www.koppdevelopment.com .

Web-Based Workflow Solution

RealTimeImage, San Bruno, Calif, offers iPACS Prism, a web-based digital workflow solution for implementing a fully digital, filmless environment. iPACS Prism provides full DICOM archiving and image distribution using digital modalities, existing workstations, standard personal computers, and network infrastructure. Features include: Pixels-on-Demand®, a web-based streaming technology for full-image quality image distribution; lossless image quality in seconds over any bandwidth; full screen display for optimal screen usage; and user-specific customization. (650) 616-4670; www.realtimeimage.com .

Display Controller Boards

Quest International Inc, Irvine, Calif, now offers the Matrox MED2mp and Matrox RAD2mp display controller boards, which support Totoku's 1.3 MP and 2 MP medical LCD monitors. The Matrox RAD series display controller boards offer 8-bit solutions for Totoku grayscale and color displays, and come standard with Hardware Pivot, eliminating the need for additional pivot software. The RAD2mp display controller board supports four identical, 2 MP displays from a single board. The Matrox MED series is designed specifically for a PACS environment and is ideal for CT, MR, and ultrasound modalities. It features 10-bit capabilities and supports 1.3 MP through 5 MP grayscale and color displays. (800) 231-6777; www.questinc.com .