Philips adds engineers for IGT support

Philips UKI reports continued sales success for its image-guided therapy (IGT) range, with products including mobile C-arms, cardiac and vascular interventional systems, as well as a wide range of interventional tools. As a result, the company is investing in the support of its installed base, including the recruitment of additional engineers. A long term goal currently being implemented, dubbed ‘aiming for zero’, is targeted at reducing unplanned medical equipment downtime by improving remote capabilities and pro-active monitoring.

Modality manager IGT Kieran Behan said: “We now work proactively rather than reactively if an issue occurs; this reduces the likelihood of downtime. By means of data analytics algorithms, machine and service data is constantly analysed to identify trends. These notifications are predictive in nature, enabling a service action to be scheduled in advance without interrupting regular clinical workflow.

“We can remotely identify imaging system errors and diagnose, trouble-shoot and implement repairs. Our proactive remote services can help manage Philips and non-Philips systems without disrupting routines.”

In the IGT range is the Azurion with FlexArm, a ceiling-mounted system that provides flexibility for diverse procedures. The Zenition mobile C-arm supports increased theatre performance, with a tablet-like user interface and Unify workflow so that once an operator has learnt to use one system on the platform, it is easier to operate them all.

Picture: Philips UKI is recruiting more engineers to service image-guided therapy equipment.

Published on page 18 of the December 2019 issue of RAD Magazine.