Digital X- Ray Imaging Systems: Computed Tomography, Tissue Harmonizing Image, SmartSPOT PrimaX DSA, Angiography Imaging System, Cross Lateral Imaging, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, SmartRAD, Flat Panel Digital Detector
Digital X- Ray Imaging Systems
CMT Medical Technologies is a leading provider of advanced digital x- ray imaging systems for medical diagnosis. Having been at the forefront of innovation for more than 20 years, CMT now has an installed base of over 4,000 systems worldwide. MEDICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURER: DIGITAL IMAGE PROCESSING, MEDICAL IMAGING, DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING, MEDICAL DIAGNOSIS CMT Medical Technologies was founded in 1981 by a group of scientists from the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology and Tel-Aviv University whose goal was to develop and market products for advanced medical diagnosis applications. CMT soon focused its efforts exclusively on medical imaging and experimented with a variety of sales and marketing channels. Today, CMT is a dynamic international company with agents and distributors around the world. The Company’s 4,000+ clinical installations worldwide provide firm proof of CMT’s emergence from its academic past to the forefront of medical imaging. Our primary goals are to anticipate and meet clinical needs, and ensure that our systems are used to their maximum capability for maximum patient benefit. CMT is located in Yoqneam, Israel, a dynamic center of high-tech and science-based activity. Israel is a top global center for general and medical technology development: the world’s largest technology companies, such as IBM, Intel, Philips, General Electric, Motorola and Microsoft, and all major medical device manufacturers all operate local R&D and/or manufacturing centers or subsidiaries. In 1995, CMT established a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary, CMT Medical Technologies Inc., to market and service its products in North America. CMT Inc. launched the SmartSPOT family of products in 1997, with hundreds of systems now installed throughout North America. In Q3 2004, the market reception of the SmartRAD system exceeded expectations, with strong interest among dealers and OEMs. CMT’s products are distributed in the U.S. through a network of dealers supported by regional sales managers located throughout the country. The Company’s commitment to putting customers first is a key element in its success in North America, and CMT maintains close contact with its dealers and end users to ensure a constant high level of customer satisfaction. CMT Medical Technologies Inc. is led by Israel (Izzy) A. Hakalir, President & CEO, and Ezio D. (ED) Terzi, National Sales Manager, who together bring more than 50 years of experience in the medical imaging industry to their work with CMT. Their experience, along with that of the technical support team, assure CMT customers that they will continue to receive outstanding quality products and support. It is represented by agents and distributors in all major markets around the globe. In addition to marketing its products through distributors as upgrade solutions to retrofit older film-based systems, the company markets its products on an original equipment manufacturer ("OEM") basis through major X-ray manufacturers who are worldwide leaders in medical diagnosis and medical imaging solutions. From state-of-the-art CMT front-end technology come unsurpassed clinical images, the ultimate goal of any medical imaging system. Behind this technology lie the knowledge, skills and talent of our employees, most of whom are highly skilled scientists, engineers and technicians, with proven experience in real-time digital image processing, digital signal processing, medical imaging, X-ray and detector physics and clinical applications. Their interdisciplinary know-how in radiation physics, advanced electronics and computer-controlled mechanics is key to the technological edge of CMT's products. Market Presence CMT has pursued its global strategy in the midst of a quickly expanding international medical imaging market. CMT equipment serves the medical imaging community across the entire globe, in both sophisticated and emerging markets throughout North and South America, Asia and Europe. The Company maintains comprehensive sales and service infrastructures worldwide and is highly active in the fastest growing imaging markets, including the People's Republic of China and South Korea. CMT's sales of digital image processing systems for X-ray equipment have shown continuous growth since 1990. In the United States, CMT has a strong presence in digital radiography rooms as well as retrofit digital systems for R&F and Angiography equipment. The company is particularly active in the far east where cost effective DR rooms and upgrades of R&F and angiography suites to digital are in demand due to limited budgets. Research & Development For more than 20 years, the name CMT has been synonymous with technological innovation. Since its founding, CMT has pioneered many original solutions, some of which were later widely adopted by the industry. CMT introduced the first pixel-by-pixel motion correction in 1985, maximum opacification techniques in 1987, low-noise road mapping in 1991 and simultaneous bi-plane acquisition in 1993. Research is a guiding force at CMT. Today, close to 40% of all CMT employees work in interdisciplinary research and development departments. Research at CMT means designing modern, advanced products at the forefront of medical technology, responding to customer needs and patient comfort, and providing state-of-the-art, cost-effective medical imaging equipment aimed at positive clinical outcomes.
CMT Medical Technologies is a leading provider of advanced digital x- ray imaging systems for medical diagnosis. Having been at the forefront of innovation for more than 20 years, CMT now has an installed base of over 4,000 systems worldwide.
CMT Medical Technologies was founded in 1981 by a group of scientists from the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology and Tel-Aviv University whose goal was to develop and market products for advanced medical diagnosis applications. CMT soon focused its efforts exclusively on medical imaging and experimented with a variety of sales and marketing channels. Today, CMT is a dynamic international company with agents and distributors around the world. The Company’s 4,000+ clinical installations worldwide provide firm proof of CMT’s emergence from its academic past to the forefront of medical imaging. Our primary goals are to anticipate and meet clinical needs, and ensure that our systems are used to their maximum capability for maximum patient benefit. CMT is located in Yoqneam, Israel, a dynamic center of high-tech and science-based activity. Israel is a top global center for general and medical technology development: the world’s largest technology companies, such as IBM, Intel, Philips, General Electric, Motorola and Microsoft, and all major medical device manufacturers all operate local R&D and/or manufacturing centers or subsidiaries.
In 1995, CMT established a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary, CMT Medical Technologies Inc., to market and service its products in North America. CMT Inc. launched the SmartSPOT family of products in 1997, with hundreds of systems now installed throughout North America. In Q3 2004, the market reception of the SmartRAD system exceeded expectations, with strong interest among dealers and OEMs. CMT’s products are distributed in the U.S. through a network of dealers supported by regional sales managers located throughout the country. The Company’s commitment to putting customers first is a key element in its success in North America, and CMT maintains close contact with its dealers and end users to ensure a constant high level of customer satisfaction. CMT Medical Technologies Inc. is led by Israel (Izzy) A. Hakalir, President & CEO, and Ezio D. (ED) Terzi, National Sales Manager, who together bring more than 50 years of experience in the medical imaging industry to their work with CMT. Their experience, along with that of the technical support team, assure CMT customers that they will continue to receive outstanding quality products and support. It is represented by agents and distributors in all major markets around the globe. In addition to marketing its products through distributors as upgrade solutions to retrofit older film-based systems, the company markets its products on an original equipment manufacturer ("OEM") basis through major X-ray manufacturers who are worldwide leaders in medical diagnosis and medical imaging solutions.
From state-of-the-art CMT front-end technology come unsurpassed clinical images, the ultimate goal of any medical imaging system. Behind this technology lie the knowledge, skills and talent of our employees, most of whom are highly skilled scientists, engineers and technicians, with proven experience in real-time digital image processing, digital signal processing, medical imaging, X-ray and detector physics and clinical applications. Their interdisciplinary know-how in radiation physics, advanced electronics and computer-controlled mechanics is key to the technological edge of CMT's products.
Market Presence
CMT has pursued its global strategy in the midst of a quickly expanding international medical imaging market. CMT equipment serves the medical imaging community across the entire globe, in both sophisticated and emerging markets throughout North and South America, Asia and Europe. The Company maintains comprehensive sales and service infrastructures worldwide and is highly active in the fastest growing imaging markets, including the People's Republic of China and South Korea. CMT's sales of digital image processing systems for X-ray equipment have shown continuous growth since 1990. In the United States, CMT has a strong presence in digital radiography rooms as well as retrofit digital systems for R&F and Angiography equipment. The company is particularly active in the far east where cost effective DR rooms and upgrades of R&F and angiography suites to digital are in demand due to limited budgets.
Research & Development
For more than 20 years, the name CMT has been synonymous with technological innovation. Since its founding, CMT has pioneered many original solutions, some of which were later widely adopted by the industry. CMT introduced the first pixel-by-pixel motion correction in 1985, maximum opacification techniques in 1987, low-noise road mapping in 1991 and simultaneous bi-plane acquisition in 1993. Research is a guiding force at CMT. Today, close to 40% of all CMT employees work in interdisciplinary research and development departments. Research at CMT means designing modern, advanced products at the forefront of medical technology, responding to customer needs and patient comfort, and providing state-of-the-art, cost-effective medical imaging equipment aimed at positive clinical outcomes.
Electronic Medical Equipment
For more than 20 years, the name CMT has been synonymous with technological innovation. Since its founding, CMT has pioneered many original solutions, some of which were later widely adopted by the industry. HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY: HEALTHCARE MANAGERS, DIGITAL IMAGING SYSTEMS, MEDICAL IMAGING CMT is committed to continue to pioneer new horizons in order to provide the most advanced and innovation technology to the healthcare industry. As a leader of digital imaging systems in the medical field, we strive to continually produce innovative products that meet the evolving needs of our customers. Our extensive commitment to research and development is coupled with dedicated responsiveness to customer feedback. This allows us to explore future technological advancements, while ensuring that our customers today receive the highest quality products. Our primary goals are to anticipate and meet clinical needs, and ensure that our systems are used to their maximum capability for maximum patient benefit. As the global leader in the digital imaging systems, our objective is to provide comprehensive solutions that are affordable and offer optimal customer benefits. Our actions must be measured by our success in achieving this. CMT has developed strong partnerships with healthcare providers and is active in collaborative research programs at university hospitals. CMT's achievements have been made possible by close cooperation with leading medical professionals. We are proud of our contribution to the work of physicians, researchers and healthcare managers – our partners in medical imaging. QUALITY: DIGITAL RADIOGRAPHY, ELECTRONIC MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, X-RAY EQUIPMENT, DIGITAL IMAGING SYSTEMS, FILM RADIOGRAPHY At CMT, quality is of the utmost importance. We have implemented a total quality management program, based on ISO-9001: 2000, FDA Quality System Requirements (QSR) and CE directives regarding electronic medical equipment. Our quality commitment is expressed throughout CMT's processes, from managerial procedures, through operating practices, manufacturing, product performances testing, quality inspection and customer support. In addition, CMT is totally committed to customer satisfaction, giving high priority to customization, rapid response and product quality. Our products are designed, manufactured and inspected to meet customer specifications and to ensure maximum safety of operation applicable to electronic medical equipment. External independent bodies periodically audit and approve the compliance of CMT's quality system with the requirements of the applicable international standards. CMT’s quality system complies with ISO-9001:2000, ISO-9000.3 and ISO-13485 international standards. CMT products are cleared for marketing by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). All CMT products are designed, manufactured and marketed according to the requirements of the Council Directive 93/42/EEC of 14 June 1993 concerning medical devices. CMT’s quality system is audited and approved by the European notified body. Korean FDA - KFDA Our products are registered and approved by the Korean FDA (since September 2002). History 1981 Founding of the forerunner of CMT, Fidelity Medical Services (Israel) Ltd. At that time, Fidelity was engaged in the development, manufacturing and marketing of a product line used by cardiologists in the detection and diagnosis of heartbeat irregularities. 1982 Acquisition of the Company by Fidelity Medical Inc., a U.S. company, making the Company a wholly owned subsidiary. The subsidiary’s business was refocused to medical imaging, leading to the launch of the FluoroPlus family of cathlab digital imaging products in 1987. 1993 Full purchase of the subsidiary by a group of Israel-based investors. 1994 $1M investment in the Company by Israel Industrial Venture Group, L.P. (IIVG), a US-based venture capital fund, in exchange for a 12.6% stake in the Company. 1995 Introduction of a new line of products: the SmartSpot family of high performance digital imaging systems for fluoroscopy and angiography applications. This introduction enabled the Company to enter into OEM agreements with major X-ray equipment manufacturers, resulting in a financial turnaround, and profitability in the second half of 1997. 1996 CMT Medical Technologies Inc. (CMT Inc.), established as a wholly-owned US subsidiary (registered as a Delaware Corporation) to market and service CMT’s products in North America. CMT Inc. is located at 20 East Sunrise Highway, Suite 303 Valley Stream, NY 11581, USA. Tel. (516) 825-5500. 1999 Investment by CMT in Medibell Medical Vision Technologies Ltd., a designer and manufacturer of digital imaging systems for ophthalmology applications. Medibell is now a CMT subsidiary. See www.medibell.com for more information. 1999 Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the Nouveau Marché Paris base public exchange. CMT continues to be traded on the exchange. 2003 20% purchase of CMT equity by Shamrock Capital Growth Funds, L.P., an affiliate of Shamrock Holdings. Inc., which is the private investment vehicle of the Roy E. Disney family. The shares were acquired outside the market from Paul Capital Partners (a variety of entities managed by a US private equity firm). 2004, CMT announced the new SmartRAD product line, a platform for Digital Radiography (DR) as a replacement to conventional film radiography. The company entered the DR market by establishing OEM relationships with a number of vendors of general X-ray rooms.
For more than 20 years, the name CMT has been synonymous with technological innovation. Since its founding, CMT has pioneered many original solutions, some of which were later widely adopted by the industry.
CMT is committed to continue to pioneer new horizons in order to provide the most advanced and innovation technology to the healthcare industry. As a leader of digital imaging systems in the medical field, we strive to continually produce innovative products that meet the evolving needs of our customers. Our extensive commitment to research and development is coupled with dedicated responsiveness to customer feedback. This allows us to explore future technological advancements, while ensuring that our customers today receive the highest quality products. Our primary goals are to anticipate and meet clinical needs, and ensure that our systems are used to their maximum capability for maximum patient benefit. As the global leader in the digital imaging systems, our objective is to provide comprehensive solutions that are affordable and offer optimal customer benefits. Our actions must be measured by our success in achieving this. CMT has developed strong partnerships with healthcare providers and is active in collaborative research programs at university hospitals. CMT's achievements have been made possible by close cooperation with leading medical professionals. We are proud of our contribution to the work of physicians, researchers and healthcare managers – our partners in medical imaging.
At CMT, quality is of the utmost importance. We have implemented a total quality management program, based on ISO-9001: 2000, FDA Quality System Requirements (QSR) and CE directives regarding electronic medical equipment. Our quality commitment is expressed throughout CMT's processes, from managerial procedures, through operating practices, manufacturing, product performances testing, quality inspection and customer support. In addition, CMT is totally committed to customer satisfaction, giving high priority to customization, rapid response and product quality. Our products are designed, manufactured and inspected to meet customer specifications and to ensure maximum safety of operation applicable to electronic medical equipment. External independent bodies periodically audit and approve the compliance of CMT's quality system with the requirements of the applicable international standards.
CMT’s quality system complies with ISO-9001:2000, ISO-9000.3 and ISO-13485 international standards. CMT products are cleared for marketing by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). All CMT products are designed, manufactured and marketed according to the requirements of the Council Directive 93/42/EEC of 14 June 1993 concerning medical devices. CMT’s quality system is audited and approved by the European notified body. Korean FDA - KFDA Our products are registered and approved by the Korean FDA (since September 2002). History
Electromedical Equipment
CMT is active in the x-ray imaging market segment. Projection x-ray is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. For more than a century, diagnostic images have been created by passing small, highly-controlled amounts of radiation through the human body, capturing the resulting shadows and reflections on a photographic plate. ELECTROMEDICAL EQUIPMENT: COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY, MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING, ULTRASOUND, X-RAY IMAGING, NUCLEAR MEDICINE, DIGITAL IMAGING, DIGITAL RADIOGRAPHY The electromedical equipment market is divided into two digital imaging market segments: the diagnostic market and the therapeutic market. The diagnostic imaging equipment market represents the portion of medical equipment that enables diagnosis by producing images of a chosen area or organ of the body. The market comprises five main sectors: x-ray imaging, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) and nuclear medicine. Over recent decades, alternative medical imaging methods have been developed. These methods use x-rays in a different way (CT), use other sources of radiation (nuclear medicine), or do not rely on ionizing radiation at all (ultrasound and MRI). Nevertheless, X-ray imaging continues to be used as the first imaging modality by medical imaging professionals, and it holds more than 50% of the diagnosis market. Projection X-ray imaging is divided into the following sub segments: general radiography, radiography & fluoroscopy (R&F), angiography, cardiovascular mammography and dental (intra-oral and panoramic). CMT is currently active in the first three sub-segments (general radiography, R&F and angiography). CMT’s solution for general Radiography, called “Digital Radiography”, refers to single static images acquired one at a time. CMT’s products for R&F and angiography refer to dynamic imaging, with images acquired at a speed ranging from one at a time up to 30 images per second. Much like the consumer photography market, which is currently migrating from film to digital, the X-ray imaging market is transitioning from film and analog imaging methods to digital. CMT has always focused on digital imaging, and hence is now at the forefront of technology in this area of medical imaging. DIGITAL X-RAY SYSTEMS: FLAT PANEL DETECTORS, ANGIOGRAPHY, DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING, FLUOROSCOPY Historically, x-ray technology utilized film-based systems, in which an image is processed on special radiographic film. In these systems, the physician examined a single image or a series of individual images in order to reach a diagnosis. Although the quality of film-based x-ray is excellent, it cannot show movements within the body. The process is more useful for diagnosis of a static condition than for diagnosis based on rapidly changing circumstances. There are other inherent limitations of film-based x-ray systems – most importantly the time delay between exposure and diagnosis. Before the image can be examined, the film must be developed and delivered to the physician. Development time alone (i.e. excluding delivery time) typically takes ten minutes or more. In addition, films are inconvenient to store, cannot be easily duplicated and are relatively expensive. Changing healthcare needs require diagnostic imaging systems that can rapidly produce the highest quality image, transmit it to multiple parties, display it and then archive and retrieve it efficiently. To accomplish this, healthcare organizations have turned to direct digital x-ray image capture. Digital processing systems combine real time data acquisition with advanced digital enhancement, high- resolution display, and printing and archiving capabilities. These systems convert x-ray images into images that can be immediately viewed on monitors, allowing the physician to see the images as soon as they are captured. A similar trend is also occurring in the dynamic imaging systems markets (fluoroscopy, angiography and cardiology). Analog video cameras are being replaced by CCD cameras and the images are processed, stored and displayed as digital images. In recent years, electronic flat panel detectors have been introduced to this regime as a replacement for the image intensifier-camera solution. Furthermore, the fact that the image exists in a digital format enables the technician to deliver it remotely via a networking infrastructure. The most popular way to do so is via the Digital Imaging & Communication in Medicine (DICOM) protocol for transmitting medical information and images.
CMT is active in the x-ray imaging market segment. Projection x-ray is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. For more than a century, diagnostic images have been created by passing small, highly-controlled amounts of radiation through the human body, capturing the resulting shadows and reflections on a photographic plate.
The electromedical equipment market is divided into two digital imaging market segments: the diagnostic market and the therapeutic market. The diagnostic imaging equipment market represents the portion of medical equipment that enables diagnosis by producing images of a chosen area or organ of the body. The market comprises five main sectors: x-ray imaging, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) and nuclear medicine. Over recent decades, alternative medical imaging methods have been developed. These methods use x-rays in a different way (CT), use other sources of radiation (nuclear medicine), or do not rely on ionizing radiation at all (ultrasound and MRI). Nevertheless, X-ray imaging continues to be used as the first imaging modality by medical imaging professionals, and it holds more than 50% of the diagnosis market. Projection X-ray imaging is divided into the following sub segments: general radiography, radiography & fluoroscopy (R&F), angiography, cardiovascular mammography and dental (intra-oral and panoramic). CMT is currently active in the first three sub-segments (general radiography, R&F and angiography). CMT’s solution for general Radiography, called “Digital Radiography”, refers to single static images acquired one at a time. CMT’s products for R&F and angiography refer to dynamic imaging, with images acquired at a speed ranging from one at a time up to 30 images per second. Much like the consumer photography market, which is currently migrating from film to digital, the X-ray imaging market is transitioning from film and analog imaging methods to digital. CMT has always focused on digital imaging, and hence is now at the forefront of technology in this area of medical imaging.
Historically, x-ray technology utilized film-based systems, in which an image is processed on special radiographic film. In these systems, the physician examined a single image or a series of individual images in order to reach a diagnosis. Although the quality of film-based x-ray is excellent, it cannot show movements within the body. The process is more useful for diagnosis of a static condition than for diagnosis based on rapidly changing circumstances. There are other inherent limitations of film-based x-ray systems – most importantly the time delay between exposure and diagnosis. Before the image can be examined, the film must be developed and delivered to the physician. Development time alone (i.e. excluding delivery time) typically takes ten minutes or more. In addition, films are inconvenient to store, cannot be easily duplicated and are relatively expensive. Changing healthcare needs require diagnostic imaging systems that can rapidly produce the highest quality image, transmit it to multiple parties, display it and then archive and retrieve it efficiently. To accomplish this, healthcare organizations have turned to direct digital x-ray image capture. Digital processing systems combine real time data acquisition with advanced digital enhancement, high- resolution display, and printing and archiving capabilities. These systems convert x-ray images into images that can be immediately viewed on monitors, allowing the physician to see the images as soon as they are captured. A similar trend is also occurring in the dynamic imaging systems markets (fluoroscopy, angiography and cardiology). Analog video cameras are being replaced by CCD cameras and the images are processed, stored and displayed as digital images. In recent years, electronic flat panel detectors have been introduced to this regime as a replacement for the image intensifier-camera solution. Furthermore, the fact that the image exists in a digital format enables the technician to deliver it remotely via a networking infrastructure. The most popular way to do so is via the Digital Imaging & Communication in Medicine (DICOM) protocol for transmitting medical information and images.
Digital Radiography
CMT currently offers a comprehensive set of digital solutions, from general radiography to fluoroscopy to angiography. CMT products feature the latest technology in signal and image processing, advanced clinical applications and full compatibility with the DICOM standard. In order to face future challenges, CMT is pursuing four different parallel strategies: efforts to strengthen and expand its special relationships with its OEM partners extensive marketing in the analog to digital retrofit market intensive investment in developing and marketing next generation digital radiography products leveraging its strong cash position to actively search for acquisitions GENERAL RADIOGRAPHY: SMARTSPOT PRIMAX, FLAT PANEL DIGITAL DETECTOR, ANGIOGRAPHY IMAGING SYSTEM, SMARTRAD CMT Medical Technologies develops, manufactures and markets advanced digital x-ray solutions for Radiography/Fluoroscopy (R/F), Angiography (DSA) and general radiography (DR) applications. The SmartRAD family comprises state of the art digital radiography (DR) systems available as integrated digital X-ray rooms in a variety of configurations or as tailor-made retrofit solutions to upgrade film- or CR-based rooms to DR. SmartRAD The SmartRAD is a digital radiography system, featuring an integrated flat panel digital detector (FPD) and CMT’s proprietary technology, which incorporates state of the art object-oriented software and connectivity. The system delivers outstanding image quality, ergonomics and performance in digital radiography, thus enhancing radiology department workflow and productivity. The SmartRAD is available in various single or dual detector configurations, and is offered as a complete digital radiography room integrated and delivered by CMT, as a retrofit system for existing X-ray equipment, and as a digital subsystem for OEM partners to incorporate into their own equipment. SmartSPOT PrimaX Family Setting a new standard in digital imaging, SmartSPOT PrimaX is an advanced high resolution digital photospot & angiography imaging system for the retrofit market. It is also available as a digital subsystem for OEM partners to incorporate into their own equipment. The SmartSPOT PrimaX converts any analog or non-DICOM digital R/F or Angiography suite to a fully digital, DICOM-compliant, state-of-the-art system at a fraction of the cost of a new room. Designed in close consultation with radiology professionals, SmartSPOT PrimaX delivers optimum results in ERCP, GI, Urology, and Angiography examinations. Benefits of SmartRAD and SmartSPOT PrimaX include: unmatched performance & quality unprecedented speed and reliability are only the beginning the systems’ visionary architecture, streamlined intuitive user interface and wide range of clinical functions offer unmatched performance, image quality and ease of use. Every aspect – from image capturing by CCD camera or flat panel digital detector (FPD), to final viewing on hospital archiving system (PACS) or film is optimized to yield the best clinical results. Fully intuitive controls ensure a minimal learning curve a particularly important factor for operators who frequently change rooms and modalities In retrofit configurations, SmartRAD and SmartSPOT PrimaX provide cost effective solutions for budget-conscious departments, without compromising digital performance or connectivity. They enable optimal use of the existing room, while replacing the imaging chain and data handling systems. The streamlined workflow reduces examination time, enabling increased patient throughput and reduced costs. LOW DOSE ANATOMIC PROTOCOLS, COMPUTED RADIOGRAPHY, FLAT PANEL DIGITAL DETECTOR, TISSUE HARMONIZING IMAGE, ANATOMICAL PROGRAMMABLE RADIOGRAPHY The SmartRAD is a family of digital radiography systems with an integrated flat panel digital detector, providing a superior alternative to film screen and computed radiography (CR) in general radiography imaging. SmartRAD combines CMT’s proprietary technology with state of the art object-oriented software and connectivity. Key features include: Industry-leading Pixium 4600 flat-panel digital detector DuraRAD-QSLTM enclosure for exceptional image quality Rapid, 4 seconds from exposure to image display Integrated console for generator and digital acquisition Intuitive touch screen interface Anatomical Programmable Radiography (APR) CMT proprietary rhapsody image processing for unsurpassed image quality Wide range of image review and processing tools DICOM 3.0 Connectivity: Store, Print and Worklist Superb Imaging Performance 17" x 17" (43cm x 43cm) active image 143µm pixel size 3,072 x 3,072 detector element matrix Very high DQE, ensuring excellent image quality 14-bit dynamic range SmartRAD is offered in single or dual detector configurations, as a complete integrated digital RAD solution or as a digital retrofit system for existing x-ray units. It is available in the following configurations: SmartRAD EliteTM - single detector upright system for chest applications. SmartRAD OmniXTM - single detector multi purpose Universal Arm system covering all radiographic examinations. SmartRAD GeminiXTM - a dual detector system that covers the entire range of radiographic examinations for fast and easy operation and high patient throughput. SmartRAD Retrofit - a digital single/dual detector retrofit solution that enables upgrade of an analog, film-based radiography suite into a fully digital system. All SmartRAD configurations are provided with a spectrum of clinical applications to enhance the diagnostic value of the system. Clinical applications currently offered include: Rhapsody – CMT’s proprietary contrast-enhancing, tissue harmonizing image processing software that provides consistent superb image quality for every clinical need SmartStitchTM – Application for extended length imaging (up to 47” x 17” [120cm x 43cm]) of the lower limbs or the spine for orthopedic studies Low-Dose Digital Radiography – low dose anatomic protocols are provided for chest screening, pediatric studies and orthopedic cases
CMT currently offers a comprehensive set of digital solutions, from general radiography to fluoroscopy to angiography. CMT products feature the latest technology in signal and image processing, advanced clinical applications and full compatibility with the DICOM standard. In order to face future challenges, CMT is pursuing four different parallel strategies:
CMT Medical Technologies develops, manufactures and markets advanced digital x-ray solutions for Radiography/Fluoroscopy (R/F), Angiography (DSA) and general radiography (DR) applications. The SmartRAD family comprises state of the art digital radiography (DR) systems available as integrated digital X-ray rooms in a variety of configurations or as tailor-made retrofit solutions to upgrade film- or CR-based rooms to DR.
The SmartRAD is a digital radiography system, featuring an integrated flat panel digital detector (FPD) and CMT’s proprietary technology, which incorporates state of the art object-oriented software and connectivity. The system delivers outstanding image quality, ergonomics and performance in digital radiography, thus enhancing radiology department workflow and productivity. The SmartRAD is available in various single or dual detector configurations, and is offered as a complete digital radiography room integrated and delivered by CMT, as a retrofit system for existing X-ray equipment, and as a digital subsystem for OEM partners to incorporate into their own equipment.
Setting a new standard in digital imaging, SmartSPOT PrimaX is an advanced high resolution digital photospot & angiography imaging system for the retrofit market. It is also available as a digital subsystem for OEM partners to incorporate into their own equipment. The SmartSPOT PrimaX converts any analog or non-DICOM digital R/F or Angiography suite to a fully digital, DICOM-compliant, state-of-the-art system at a fraction of the cost of a new room. Designed in close consultation with radiology professionals, SmartSPOT PrimaX delivers optimum results in ERCP, GI, Urology, and Angiography examinations. Benefits of SmartRAD and SmartSPOT PrimaX include:
In retrofit configurations, SmartRAD and SmartSPOT PrimaX provide cost effective solutions for budget-conscious departments, without compromising digital performance or connectivity. They enable optimal use of the existing room, while replacing the imaging chain and data handling systems. The streamlined workflow reduces examination time, enabling increased patient throughput and reduced costs.
The SmartRAD is a family of digital radiography systems with an integrated flat panel digital detector, providing a superior alternative to film screen and computed radiography (CR) in general radiography imaging. SmartRAD combines CMT’s proprietary technology with state of the art object-oriented software and connectivity. Key features include:
It is available in the following configurations:
All SmartRAD configurations are provided with a spectrum of clinical applications to enhance the diagnostic value of the system. Clinical applications currently offered include:
SmartRAD Series
The systems deliver outstanding image quality and ergonomics, an efficient workflow, and rich DICOM functionality, thus enhancing the productivity of radiology departments. There are different variations to the SmartRAD, and they include: SmartRAD Elite The SmartRAD Elite is a premium single-panel x-ray system for chest and other upright applications. It comes with a variety of options, allowing efficient workflow in any radiography clinic, including: tube mounted on floor stand or ceiling mount wall stand optionally mounted on rails optional tilt and rotation of panel for horizontal projections optional mobile table optional automatic tracking – tube height follows receptor center When installed with the ceiling mount, tilt option and float-top up/down mobile table, SmartRAD Elite provides a solution for all exposure positions. SmartRAD OmniX The SmartRAD OmniX is a single-panel multi-purpose universal arm system providing a cost effective ergonomic solution for the entire range of radiographic examinations. Continuously adjustable source-to-image distance (SID) of 40” - 70” (100cm - 180cm). Motorized swivel arm vertical movement for effortless, accurate setting. The SmartRAD OmniXTM has features including: mobile table cross lateral imaging for patient on table flat panel angulations +/- 45” SmartRAD GeminiX The SmartRAD GeminiX is a dual-panel system that covers the entire range of radiographic examinations for fast and easy operation and high patient throughput. The dual-panel configuration includes an upright DR panel, float-top table and ceiling tube mount. In combination with lateral rails for the wall stand, the system provides cross lateral imaging. SmartRAD Retrofit CMT provides a digital single/dual detector retrofit solution enabling an analog, film-based radiography suite to be easily and cost-effectively upgraded to a fully digital system. SmartRAD Retrofit provides solutions including: one or two digital panels workstation acquisition, processing, viewing and DICOM software touch screen monitor control and supply electronics mechanical interfaces to current room interface to current generator interface to HIS/RIS, DICOM printers and PACS Each digital panel includes: trixell pixium 4600 FPD (other FPD optional for OEM accounts) hermetically sealed DuraRAD-QSLTM FPD enclosure AEC chamber removable grid The solution is available to end-users via authorized dealers and OEM system integrators for integration with x-ray rooms of any configuration. Clinical applications of the SmartRAD series include: Rhapsody- CMT’s proprietary multi-resolution context-sensitive image processing software. It is applied to digital radiography images to reduce noise, enhance contrast and harmonize the appearance of diverse tissues on the image. Likewise, CMT’s Rhapsody allows a variety of tissue types, from lungs to soft tissue to bones, to be viewed on a single image with a harmonized, yet crisp and vibrant appearance. Subtle details are seen with rich contrast for any gray level and dynamic range. Rhapsody does not introduce edge or shadow artifacts. Nor, as with a perfect musical work, is a single note out of place. Rhapsody consistently delivers optimal image quality for softcopy viewing and printing. The algorithms can be tuned for specific clinical applications and body part protocols. A simple user-friendly interface allows the images to be tuned according to specific needs and personal preferences, and settings to be saved for future use. SmartStitch- an application for extended length imaging, covering up to 47” x 17” (120cm x 43cm) of the lower limbs or spine. Conventional stitching of x-ray images presents several challenges. It involves the use of a long cassette and exposure of several films or CR plates stacked vertically. The acquisition is based on an ultra-wide cone opening with a projection angle of up to 18° (SID=72” [180cm]). Geometrical distortions at the edges of the stitched image result in significant measurement errors. In contrast, SmartStitch acquisition is based on moving the receptor and tube laterally, solving the challenges of conventional stitching. The maximum projection angle is 7° (SID=72” [180]), and at a patient-to- receptor-face distance of 6” (15cm), geometrical distortion of the stitched image is significantly reduced. SmartStitch features an intuitive user interface and graphic measurement tools that allow stitched image creation and quantitative analysis in just minutes. The patient positioning stage that conveniently positions an upright patient and prevents motion between exposures helps the technologist ensure movement-free images. The stage includes an x-ray ruler that appears clearly in the images and serves as a guide and quality assurance tool in the stitching operation.
The systems deliver outstanding image quality and ergonomics, an efficient workflow, and rich DICOM functionality, thus enhancing the productivity of radiology departments. There are different variations to the SmartRAD, and they include:
The SmartRAD Elite is a premium single-panel x-ray system for chest and other upright applications. It comes with a variety of options, allowing efficient workflow in any radiography clinic, including:
When installed with the ceiling mount, tilt option and float-top up/down mobile table, SmartRAD Elite provides a solution for all exposure positions.
The SmartRAD OmniX is a single-panel multi-purpose universal arm system providing a cost effective ergonomic solution for the entire range of radiographic examinations. Continuously adjustable source-to-image distance (SID) of 40” - 70” (100cm - 180cm). Motorized swivel arm vertical movement for effortless, accurate setting. The SmartRAD OmniXTM has features including:
The SmartRAD GeminiX is a dual-panel system that covers the entire range of radiographic examinations for fast and easy operation and high patient throughput. The dual-panel configuration includes an upright DR panel, float-top table and ceiling tube mount. In combination with lateral rails for the wall stand, the system provides cross lateral imaging.
CMT provides a digital single/dual detector retrofit solution enabling an analog, film-based radiography suite to be easily and cost-effectively upgraded to a fully digital system. SmartRAD Retrofit provides solutions including:
Each digital panel includes:
The solution is available to end-users via authorized dealers and OEM system integrators for integration with x-ray rooms of any configuration. Clinical applications of the SmartRAD series include:
SmartSPOT PrimaX Series
The efficiency of the SmartRAD flat panel detector, combined with the noise reduction and detail enhancement of Rhapsody, allow exposures at very low doses for screening applications, pediatric cases and orthopedic studies. RADIOGRAPHY IMAGES: FLUOROSCOPY, DIGITAL IMAGING, CAMERA IRIS CONTROL, SMARTSPOT PRIMAX, FILM SCREEN CHEST IMAGING Conventional film screen chest imaging is routinely done at a film speed of 200-400. SmartRAD DR chest images acquired at a film speed equivalent to 600 and 800 have been shown to provide comparable or better diagnostic value, enabling the dose to be reduced by (typically) 50%. CMT provides powerful cost effective solutions for converting RF and Angio equipment to digital imaging. SmartSPOT PrimaX is a family of high-resolution digital imaging systems compatible with all types and models of x-ray tables from any vendor. The SmartSPOT PrimaX high-resolution 1024 x 1024 pixel digital camera and optics can be interfaced to virtually any image intensifier. Likewise, SmartSPOT PrimaX systems can be connected to virtually any generator and to any DICOM 3.0-compliant HIS/RIS and PACS systems. The SmartSPOT PrimaX, a unique combination of state of the art data acquisition and image-processing technologies ensures consistently high image quality and reduced doses for both patient and operator. The SmartSPOT PrimaX incorporates a powerful PCI-based Windows XP workstation with advanced object-oriented software and connectivity. The system's mouse-driven Windows-based user interface makes learning and using the system fast and easy. Powerful manipulation capabilities, such as zooming, panning, scrolling, windowing and multi-formatting, enable large image sets to be easily and quickly reviewed and prepared for filming. The SmartSPOT PrimaX's robust combination of software and hardware provides a high degree of flexibility and significant time saving. Increased patient throughput and reduced costs are facilitated by the reduction in examination time achievable with the system. Considerable savings in the cost of film and film processing deliver an excellent return on investment, covering the cost of a SmartSPOT installation in a remarkably short time. The SmartSPOT is totally user-oriented. All controls are intuitive and the learning curve minimal; an important factor for operators who frequently change rooms. A single system can be shared simultaneously by two users, with one in the examination room and the other handling image review, post-processing or documentation at the console. Reviewing, post-processing and filming can be done in parallel with patient examinations, thus increasing clinical efficiency. The SmartSPOT is divided into two systems: SmartSPOT PrimaX RF SmartSPOT PrimaX DSA SmartSPOT PrimaX RF The SmartSPOT PrimaX RF is a high resolution digital imaging system designed for use with interventional and remote R/F tables from any vendor. It processes fluoroscopy and radiography images, eliminating the use of cassette filming and 105mm spot cameras. In addition to its basic functions and features, the system's modular design allows for easy addition of future advanced image processing applications. Key features of the SmartSPOT PrimaX RF include: Pentium IV PCI-based workstation Windows XP operating system Easy-to-use, intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI) Advanced CCD-based camera, 1024 x 1024 pixel resolution 12-bit digitization depth Data digitization at camera's end for improved signal to noise ratio Computerized camera iris control Comprehensive fluoroscopy acquisition package Fluoroscopy loop acquisition Simultaneous acquisition, processing, filming and archiving Automatic windowing, storage and filming Radiography acquisition rate of up to 7.5 frames per second Anatomically programmed protocols User-selectable gamma corrections Integrated wide range of image review and processing capabilities Off-line image subtraction Full DICOM 3.0 network connectivity, including Store, print and work list management SmartSPOT PrimaX DSA The SmartSPOT PrimaX DSA is a high resolution digital imaging system designed for use with a variety of special procedure tables from any vendor. Meeting all the requirements of special procedure suites, the SmartSPOT PrimaX DSA offers an excellent, easy to use angiography acquisition and processing package. It enables a typical study to be processed in just seconds, using either logarithmic or linear transformations. Key features of the Angio package include mask selection, land marking, interactive mask averaging, group subtraction, and automatic or manual pixel shifting. Key features of the SmartSPOT PrimaX DSA include: Pentium IV PCI-based workstation Windows XP operating system Easy-to-use, intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI) Advanced CCD-based camera, 1024 x 1024 pixel resolution 12-bit digitization depth Data digitization at camera's end for improved signal to noise ratio Computerized camera iris control Comprehensive fluoroscopy acquisition package Fluoroscopy loop acquisition On-line road-mapping Simultaneous acquisition, processing, filming and archiving Automatic windowing, storage and filming Radiography acquisition rate of up to 7.5 frames per second (up to 30 fps with the PrimaX Turbo option) Real-time DSA acquisition Support for main and reference in-room monitors Extensive angiography package including off-line image subtraction Anatomically programmed protocols User-selectable gamma corrections Wide range of image-review and processing functions Full DICOM 3.0 network connectivity, including Store, print and work list management
The efficiency of the SmartRAD flat panel detector, combined with the noise reduction and detail enhancement of Rhapsody, allow exposures at very low doses for screening applications, pediatric cases and orthopedic studies.
Conventional film screen chest imaging is routinely done at a film speed of 200-400. SmartRAD DR chest images acquired at a film speed equivalent to 600 and 800 have been shown to provide comparable or better diagnostic value, enabling the dose to be reduced by (typically) 50%. CMT provides powerful cost effective solutions for converting RF and Angio equipment to digital imaging. SmartSPOT PrimaX is a family of high-resolution digital imaging systems compatible with all types and models of x-ray tables from any vendor. The SmartSPOT PrimaX high-resolution 1024 x 1024 pixel digital camera and optics can be interfaced to virtually any image intensifier. Likewise, SmartSPOT PrimaX systems can be connected to virtually any generator and to any DICOM 3.0-compliant HIS/RIS and PACS systems. The SmartSPOT PrimaX, a unique combination of state of the art data acquisition and image-processing technologies ensures consistently high image quality and reduced doses for both patient and operator. The SmartSPOT PrimaX incorporates a powerful PCI-based Windows XP workstation with advanced object-oriented software and connectivity. The system's mouse-driven Windows-based user interface makes learning and using the system fast and easy. Powerful manipulation capabilities, such as zooming, panning, scrolling, windowing and multi-formatting, enable large image sets to be easily and quickly reviewed and prepared for filming.
The SmartSPOT PrimaX's robust combination of software and hardware provides a high degree of flexibility and significant time saving. Increased patient throughput and reduced costs are facilitated by the reduction in examination time achievable with the system. Considerable savings in the cost of film and film processing deliver an excellent return on investment, covering the cost of a SmartSPOT installation in a remarkably short time. The SmartSPOT is totally user-oriented. All controls are intuitive and the learning curve minimal; an important factor for operators who frequently change rooms. A single system can be shared simultaneously by two users, with one in the examination room and the other handling image review, post-processing or documentation at the console. Reviewing, post-processing and filming can be done in parallel with patient examinations, thus increasing clinical efficiency. The SmartSPOT is divided into two systems:
The SmartSPOT PrimaX RF is a high resolution digital imaging system designed for use with interventional and remote R/F tables from any vendor. It processes fluoroscopy and radiography images, eliminating the use of cassette filming and 105mm spot cameras. In addition to its basic functions and features, the system's modular design allows for easy addition of future advanced image processing applications. Key features of the SmartSPOT PrimaX RF include:
The SmartSPOT PrimaX DSA is a high resolution digital imaging system designed for use with a variety of special procedure tables from any vendor. Meeting all the requirements of special procedure suites, the SmartSPOT PrimaX DSA offers an excellent, easy to use angiography acquisition and processing package. It enables a typical study to be processed in just seconds, using either logarithmic or linear transformations. Key features of the Angio package include mask selection, land marking, interactive mask averaging, group subtraction, and automatic or manual pixel shifting. Key features of the SmartSPOT PrimaX DSA include:
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