Static and mobile units are now accredited to carry CT system

A thorough testing and validation process by Canon Medical Systems has been undertaken to give confidence and certification to customers purchasing static or mobile Lamboo Mobile Medical imaging units featuring Aquilion Prime SP CT systems.

A number of lab and ‘on the road’ examinations put the Lamboo units through their paces with Canon Medical’s CT on board. Vibration, deflection, gantry balance testing plus support legs, base plate and bracket assessments formed part of the validation. A detailed site planning manual was also developed to assure customers of the best value and specification requirements for successful return on their investment.

“The testing and accreditation process with the Aquilion Prime SP CT is the first we’ve undertaken in Europe and will provide a blueprint for further CT systems to be verified in the future,” said Lamboo Mobile Medical director Joost Lamboo.

Canon Medical Systems UK sales director Alistair Howseman said: “Mobile units are different to a fixed hospital or clinic location installation as there can be floor or structure movements when the equipment is in use. Ensuring that every element of the vibration, fixing mechanisms and balance is tested is vital to ensure that our customers have total confidence in the units they are buying to achieve clinical and operational goals.”

InHealth, diagnostic and healthcare solutions provider to the NHS and independent sector, is the first customer to procure a number of Lamboo Mobile Medical trailers featuring Aquilion Prime SP CT systems. Director Graham Ogden commented: “InHealth was delighted to work so closely with Canon Medical and Lamboo to facilitate the accreditation process and to become the first diagnostic service provider to purchase these approved systems. Knowing that the Lamboo mobile units are built to an approved and consistent standard for our choice of Canon Medical’s CT systems provides total peace of mind.”

Picture: Canon Medical Systems’ Aquilion Prime SP CT systems have been validated for installation on board static or mobile Lamboo Mobile Medical imaging units.

Published on page 10 of the March 2020 issue of RAD Magazine.