Wayne, NJ, March 10, 2015 – Konica Minolta Medical Imaging announced today a collaboration to offer a retrofit solution made up of the Shimadzu MobileArt Evolution and the Konica Minolta AeroDR X-ray systems. This new portable solution is now available with a larger console, and a 17” touch screen monitor. The console mounted system offers a larger viewing area to simplify operation and enhance clinical confidence. A larger console now provides additional space for accessories and storage, along with a detector slot that facilitates bagging and cleaning of the AeroDR panel The MobileArt Evolution can be purchased as a complete portable system, including the AeroDR retrofit kit, from Shimadzu Medical Systems USA. The Konica Minolta AeroDR Portable Mount Kit with 17” touch monitor is also available as a retrofit kit to upgrade existing Mobile Art Evolution portable systems further enhancing economic value for existing users.
The CS-7 portable control station delivers an easy-to-use, common interface on a 17” screen that facilitates easier viewing for more patient-centric workflow and assures outstanding image quality. Three second preview streamlines workflow while the lightweight, cable free operation of the digital portable X-ray solution allows for easy image detector positioning while reducing patient discomfort and stress during portable procedures.
Built by two leaders in X-ray, MobileArt Evolution and the AeroDR Portable Mount Kit are reliable even in the most demanding environments. The AeroDR Portable Mount Kit offers multiple flat panel detector choices for a variety of uses and purposes, including AeroDR XE HQ and Standard resolution 14x17” size, as well as a smaller 10x12” HQ FPD for pediatric NICU, or dual FPD solutions.
“Konica Minolta Medical Imaging is pleased to collaborate with Shimadzu Medical Systems USA to enhance the portable DR imaging solutions we provide to hospitals,” says Guillermo Sander, Senior Product Manager, Digital Radiography. “We’re listening to our customers and providing the tools they need to efficiently and safely deliver high-quality imaging across diverse environments.”
This retrofit solution is available only in the United States.
About Konica Minolta Medical Imaging:
Konica Minolta Medical Imaging is a world class provider and market leader in medical diagnostic primary imaging. With over 75 years of endless innovation, Konica Minolta is globally recognized as a leader providing cutting-edge technologies and comprehensive support aimed at providing real solutions to meet customer's needs. Konica Minolta Medical Imaging, headquartered in Wayne, NJ, is a unit of Konica Minolta, Inc.