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Shimadzu Medical Systems releases the FLUOROspeed X1 edition RF system
Torrance, CA — November 18, 2019 ‐
Shimadzu Medical Systems USA, a
subsidiary of Shimadzu
Corporation, is proud to announce that they have released the FLUOROspeed X1 edition,
patient side
conventional RF table system.
Shimadzu Medical Systems USA (SMS) has introduced a new
radiographic/fluoroscopic (RF) system called the FLUOROspeed X1 edition, a conventional RF
table system offering high image quality and a multitude
of features that improve work flow and operator efficiencies thereby contributing to lower
cost of care.
As the newest U.S. based product in the FLUOROspeed series, the
FLUOROspeed X1 edition with its 665 lb. static patient weight capacity (500 lb. all motion
weight capacity), easily performs
both bariatric and routine daily fluoroscopic and radiographic exams. “The X1 is an
outstanding RF system
offering a costeffective balance of functionality to support a wide range of general RF
applications, such as chest,
abdomen, or extremities along with Upper GI’s, modified swallows and even joint injections”
says Charles Cassudakis, Director of Radiographic and RF modalities for SMS. “An
ambidextrous control
handle for the
imaging deck along with fingertip access to APR’s, image recording functions and
site‐specific
programmable function buttons, are all standard on the new X1 RF system, all improving room
workflow,”
continues Cassudakis.
Jim Mekker, Product Director for SMS emphasizes that, “The X1
was designed and built from years of
collecting user feedback specifically from and for the US marketplace and the result is a
remarkable, user
friendly and highly effective RF system with exclusive features like a park anywhere imaging
deck.
Additionally, the X1 is built with Shimadzu’s world renown durability and reliability. This
system belongs
in every X‐Ray department nationwide.”
The FLUOROspeed X1 edition conventional RF system, designed with patient side table controls
for the
operator, is practically priced and comes equipped with a 17”x17” dynamic digital X‐ray
detector (FPD) in
the table bucky allowing it to both be used for fluoroscopy as well as radiographic exams.
With its 31.5‐
inch aperture opening between table top and deck, the X1 is the ideal digital RF system
providing access
for imaging patients in wheelchairs, yet it can fit in smaller rooms where space is limited.
Furthermore, by
adding a second X‐ray tube on an overhead rail, the system functionality and versatility of
the room
increases exponentially.
The FLUOROspeed X1 edition received FDA 510(k) clearance in August 2019 and is now available
for sale
throughout the US.
About Shimadzu
Shimadzu Corporation, founded
in
1875 in Kyoto, Japan and the parent of Shimadzu Medical Systems USA
(SMS), is a global provider of medical diagnostic equipment including conventional,
interventional and
digital X‐Ray systems. Shimadzu Medical Systems USA is headquartered in Torrance, California
with Sales
and Service offices throughout the United States, the Caribbean and Canada. Its sales and
marketing
office is located in Cleveland, Ohio, and its direct operations has headquarters in Dallas,
Texas. Visit
Shimadzu Medical Systems USA at www.shimadzu‐usa.com or call (800) 228‐1429.
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