AMERICAN MEDICAL SALES INC.

Medical Imaging Leadership

For over 50 years AMS has specialized in medical image display and storage. Today this means digital imaging, PACS, workstations, archives, digitizers, web viewing, etc. We do all this and more. Those seeking cost-effective, no-nonsense answers to this new radiology reality use our Catella PACS systems and appliances. Details about our PACS components can be found by clicking on the Digital AMS logo.

AMS is also grounded in the ``film`` radiology world. We are one of the largest sources for x-ray illuminators, motorized viewers, film darkroom products, safelights, cassettes, film and more. We also provide specialty x-ray equipment through our American Dental division.

Pacs & Digital Imaging Networks

American Medical Sales has applied its 50 years of experience helping radiologists see images better, to create the Catella™ family of digital network solutions.  Catella helps you by:

• Assisting you in your transition from film-based reading to digital diagnosis.
• Increase your productivity.
• Reducing the repetitive tasks that now plague your practice.
• Creating a system that is simple to learn.
• Obeying verbal commands so that you don`t have to become a computer expert.
• Automatically sending reports to your referring physicians as quickly as possible.

The Catella Network

Catella receives images from multiple sources transmitted over a variety of media. Depending on your needs, system design can start from the creation of the image and can include transmission, storage, printing and viewing.

Controls such as zoom, pan, window, level, invert and rotate are energized by a high-speed processor/software protocol. The images literally flash up on the monitors. Catella sets a new standard in digital diagnostic imaging by adding the ability to issue all of these commands by voice .

Teleradiologists tell us that Catella has greatly increased their productivity. Other professionals, presently using digital networks or just now planning to move to digital, say that Catella is the first digital viewer that clearly understands their workflow.

Ultimately, the images presented on your workstation are the most important elements of your digital network. They are the basis for your diagnosis and the ``product`` of your digital imaging system. You need the best workstation to do your best work, you need Catella .

All Catella workstations exceed the ACR Standards for Digital Image Data Management and for Teleradiology, and work within the DICOM standard.

Catella pacs solutions for large facilities:

• Archives
• Workstations
• Cd burner
• 3d imaging
• Dicom importer
• Ris - solutions
• Document scanner
• Printers
• Encryption
• Teleradiography
• Film digitizers
• Transcription
• Gateways
• Web distribution
• Cr

Catella pacs solutions for small facilities:

• Catella midas
• Catella chiro
• Catella-lab
• PAW

Pacs Appliances

CD Burner

The Catella CD Burner provides your facility with the ability to duplicate a patient`s images quickly and efficiently. Perfect for providing images to referring physicians, patients and special back-up needs. The Catella CD Burner is fully automated, transferring a patient`s DICOM images onto a CD, as well as printing a label with the patient name and creation date. A customized institutional label can also be printed.

The Catella CD Burner is the latest addition to the family of Catella PACS products.

Features:

• Automated transfer of selected DICOM images.
• Automated label printing with patient name and creation date. A customized institutional label can also be created.
• Includes DICOM viewer on each CD for image reading from Windows PC`s.
• Creation of CD`s can be invoked from any Catella Workstation, as well as from the CD
• Burner station or other DICOM device.
• Eliminates need to copy and/or print film.
• Creates 50 CD`s without media reload.
• Includes hardware, software and 100 blank CD`s.

Digitizers

Flexibility and productivity are the keys to the Catella Scan station. Our system is more than a Medical Grade Digitizer. Catella Scan software performs DICOM conversion and allows for selectable instant-send destinations. The Catella Scan station incorporates our exclusive one-step BatchScan™ that allows you to automate the DICOM header creation, scan uncounted groups of patient films, and send the resulting files anywhere on your network. Digitized images can also be sent over the internet and/or directly to our Catella CD Burning Station. All images are securely transmitted using Catella Image Armor™ (3DES encryption software).

What makes Catella Scan truly unique is its ability to toggle between ``Automatic`` and ``Manual`` modes. Automatic mode uses our unique Walk-Away™ technology, offering users one-click scan and send capability. Manual mode offers a variety of advanced image review and manipulation features that include: Window settings, Level settings, Gamma correction, Rotate, and Flip image. More notably, Manual mode offers a ``Cut`` feature, which allows a user to split multi-image films (such as CT, MRI and US images) into separate image slices, making them viewable in `stack` or `cine` mode.

Additionally, our newly incorporated DupliCat™ feature performs automatic scanning and printing for all your film duplicating needs. To include histories, reports or other printed documents, you can expand your scanning options with Catella Docu-Scan™. See our Docu-Scan literature for more details.

AMS features Vidar and other quality scanner brands as part of this hardware/software solution. When used with our Catella Archive, our Scan Station provides a way to transfer hard-copy historical images to a digital format for
DICOM storage and comparison viewing.

Document Scanner

The digital radiology office increasingly demands methods for providing complete information ``packages`` to the interpreting physician from a variety of sources. Catella Docu-Scan™ is a cost effective method to help you meet this need.

Now important patient documents, including patient histories, reports, and lab studies, can be integrated with the patient`s DICOM image file.

The Catella Docu-Scan station incorporates our exclusive one-step BatchScan™ that allows you to automate the DICOM header creation, scan uncounted groups of documents, and send the resulting files anywhere on your network. Digitized documents can also be sent over the Internet and/or directly to our Catella CD Burning Station. All images are securely transmitted using Catella Image Armor™ (3DES encryption software).

Docu-Scan has an impressive scan rate of two seconds per sheet. The software provides both automatic and manual modes. Our unique WalkAway™ technology, used so successfully in our film digitizing systems,* offers users one-click scan and send capability. To help with difficult document types (colored paper, faxed pages, etc.) the manual mode offers a variety of advanced image review and manipulation features that include: Window settings, Level settings, Rotate and Flip image.

AMS features a HP scanner as part of Catella Docu-Scan`s hardware/software solution. When used with our Catella Archive, our Docu-Scan station provides a way to transfer hard-copy records to a digital format for DICOM storage and viewing with critical medical images.

Mammography Film Viewing and Film Alternators for Motorized Viewing

The final link between the radiologist and the diagnosis is the image presented on the motorized viewer or film illuminator. Now, under more ``guidelines`` and ``requirements``, your entire viewing environment is of the utmost concern.

Medical professionals, as well as regulators, acknowledge that to obtain the most diagnostic information from films and equipments requires special attentions four elements:

Illuminance: Ambient or room lighting.

• Luminance: Light coming out of the illuminator.
• Homogeneous: The evenness of the illuminators` light across the entire viewing area.
• Extraneous light: Light coming out of the illuminator which surrounds smaller films.

It is in these four specific areas that AMS mammography illuminators stand out.  Here are our four excellent options.

Mammolux Motorized Viewers

American Medical Sales offers two precision-manufactured viewers specifically tailored for mammography. Both provide the same basic features and both exceed ACR and MSQA guidelines with full film masking. The Model 1360 accommodates up to 4 studies (18 x 24 cm) and the Model 680 up to 2 studies based on the same sized film.

All Mammolux models provide:

• 15 programmable 4-way masking pre-sets
• Variable luminance approximately 2,000 – 8,000 cd/m2
• Accommodates 18 x 24 cm, 24 x 30 cm and 14² x 17² films
• Joystick control for quick film masking
• Half-frame advance
• Storage of masking on frame-specific basis
• 10 x 10 cm bright spot opening which can be moved to any position on the viewing surface
• Random frame selection
• Optional lock-out feature to help you meet HIPAA privacy requirements
• Easy loading, see-through film grips

Mastervue Illuminators

Engineered for full ACR and MSQA compliance for mammography at an affordable cost, the shuttered MasterVue exceeds the required luminescence levels, provides adjustable light intensity, full film masking, and has an exceptional homogenous source and viewing surface. MasterVue provides sharp masking of films and eliminates disturbing glare. The MasterVue accommodates both 18 x 24 cm and 24 x 30 cm films in a four-over-four format.

• Sharp masking of films
• Eliminates distracting glare
• Variable luminescence 1,700 – 7,400 cd/m2
• Exceptionally even intensity across the entire viewing area
• MAMMOVUE ILLUMINATORS
• Mammography Illuminators

Designed specifically for mammography, the MammoVue is an economical illuminator specifically designed for small format films, providing compliance orientation without the need for shutters.

Shuttervue Illuminators

These general purpose radiographic illuminators are equipped with shutters and variable light control to obtain the maximum diagnostic information from your films. They use a 4-way manual shutter system to eliminate extraneous light and help you focus on image detail. Equally important, ShutterVue illuminators have exceptionally even lighting across their entire viewing areas.

The AMS motorized viewers blend the right standards of manufacturing with creative ingenuity to meet the individual needs or radiologists and medical institutions. Each model is designed to provide a cluster of features that best fit your practice`s budget. AMS has been proud to represent the Planilux line of motorized viewers for almost 20 years.

Mammolux

American Medical Sales offers two precision-manufactured viewers specifically tailored for mammography. Both provide the same basic features and both exceed ACR and MSQA guidelines with full film masking. The Model 1360 accommodates up to 4 studies (18 x 24 cm) and the Model 680 up to 2 studies based on the same sized film.

All Mammolux models provide:

• 15 programmable 4-way masking pre-sets
• Variable luminance approximately 2,000 – 8,000 cd/m2
• Accommodates 18 x 24 cm, 24 x 30 cm and 14² x 17² films
• Joystick control for quick film masking
• Half-frame advance
• Storage of masking on frame-specific basis
• 10 x 10 cm bright spot opening which can be moved to any position on the viewing surface
• Random frame selection
• Optional lock-out feature to help you meet HIPAA privacy requirements
• Easy loading, see-through film grips
• 680 or 1,360 film capacity

Rotolux

This general purpose, high-capacity viewer provides silent operation, an abundance of features for accurate diagnosis, and a design that optimizes the radiologist`s comfort during extended viewing periods.

All Rotolux models provide:

• Quiet operation
• Automatic dropped film retrieval
• Easy loading, see-through film grips
• Individual light panels with controls
• Unobstructed viewing field
• Up to 14² to 17² viewing areas
• Select a capacity of up to 400 films

Rotolux Model MVR-8

• Eight light panels with pressure sensitive light switches
• Two variable light controls, one for each viewing tier
• Master On/Off Switch

Rotolux Model MVR-MJ-4

• Four motorized shutters on lower tier
• Upper tier with four individual 14² x 17² viewing areas
• Bottom tier with four individually controlled areas and panoramic lighting
• Electronic shutter control adjusts to any size film

Rotolux Model MVR-P

• 9 User-programmable presets
• Random frame selection
• Automatic frame-specific masking
• Joystick control shuttering with nine presets

Selectolux

The Selectolux viewer was designed to provide unlimited capacity through the use of removable film magazines that may be stored for comparison between current films and older radiographs. It provides fast, random access to any film and any two frames from the storage magazine no matter where they are stored. In addition, Selectolux provides the ability to recall either one of two panels (4 or 8 films) at a time. A simple push of a button moves the upper films to the lower level. Built-in casters provide easy mobility for set up and service.

X-Ray Film Viewing Illuminator Devices

American Medical Sales offers you exceptional value in a choice of quality illuminator products.  We offer a combination of benefits that is unmatched by our competition: more than fifty years of reliability, eleven distinctive product lines designed to match your individual requirements, technical support for layouts and bids, a record of on-time delivery, and a wide choice of options and accessory equipment.

Varvue Illuminators

Truly the best viewing system for radiographic diagnostic work, the VariVue illuminator provides over 3,500 md/m2 of luminescence in a three-bulb design. Its unique design incorporates two-level lighting with our advanced reflector system to provide full control of the reading environment.

Quadvue Illuminators

Certain ``high-bright`` applications require four lamps, and the new QuadVue from AMS offers this feature along with excellent homogeneity of the lighting surface.

Clearvue 3 Illuminators

To provides superior critical lighting conditions for outstanding diagnostic work, the ClearVue 3 comes standard with three lamps and a special reflector system that eliminates hot spots and dark shadows.

Rt-2 Illuminators

Available in over 50 sizes and configurations, the RT-2 has the features of the ClearVue 3, but in a two-lamp design. Continuous film grips the top and bottom of each viewing area hold your film firmly in place. Cluster switching on all multi-tier units. Optional color accent panels are available.

Econovue Illuminators

The EconoVue series answers the increasing need, particularly in the private practice, veterinary and small clinic markets for an economic and durable illuminator. These illuminators are typically available for shipping within 48 hours after the receipt of your order.  Available in one-tier, two-tier and wall mounted/ free standing configurations. One-, two-, three- and four-bank models.

200 Plus Illuminators

The unique aluminum construction of the 200 Plus allows the unit to be customized to meet any situation at minimum cost.  Film sizes up to 14² x 51² can be accommodated, and configurations are available from simple one-bank models to huge 10-over-10 corner connected light walls. In addition, there are over 60 standard models.

Orthovue Models

A special application of the 200 Plus Series is the OrthoVue model. Designed specially for hip and knee replacement planning for the orthopedic surgeon, these illuminators display 14² x 51² images. Our ability to make such a large standard product has led to special orders for other specialty applications.

Shuttervue Illuminators

These general purpose radiographic illuminators are equipped with shutters and variable light control to obtain the maximum diagnostic information from your films. They use a 4-way manual shutter system to eliminate extraneous light and help you focus on image detail. Equally important, ShutterVue illuminators have exceptionally even lighting across their entire viewing areas.

Ultravue Illuminators

Ultrasound, Dental and Industrial Illuminators

The UltraVue illuminator is perfect for viewing smaller film formats. These include 18 x 24 cm, 24 x 30 cm, 8² x 10² and 10² x 12² film sizes. All fit comfortably on this unit. Both single- and double-tier models are available in wall-mounted and recessed configurations.

Mastervue Illuminators

Engineered for full ACR and MSQA compliance for mammography at an affordable cost, the shuttered MasterVue exceeds the required luminescence levels, provides adjustable light intensity, full film masking, and has an exceptional homogenous source and viewing surface. MasterVue provides sharp masking of films and eliminates disturbing glare. The MasterVue accommodates both 18 x 24 cm and 24 x 30 cm films in a four-over-four format.

• Sharp masking of films
• Eliminates distracting glare
• Variable luminescence 1,700 – 7,400 cd/m2
• Exceptionally even intensity across the entire viewing area

Mammovue Illuminators

Mammography Illuminators

Designed specifically for mammography, the MammoVue is an economical illuminator specifically designed for small format films, providing compliance orientation without the need for shutters.

Radiation Protection, Safelight Darkroom Products, Positioning Devices and X-Ray Accessories

AMS offers one of the most extensive lines of personal radiation protective items. We offer a wide variety of gloves and glasses, as well as a choice of colors that will meet most everyone`s taste.  In addition, we feature racks, stands, safelights, signs, x-ray film, film storage products, I.D. printers and more.

Radiation Protection

AMS offers a complete assortment of high quality protective aprons.  In selecting a protective garment, you can choose your size from one of our twelve models, many of which are in stock and ready for immediate shipment. Also available are optional colors, fabrics, larger pockets, monogramming and enhanced protection.

Aprons

• Buckle Aprons
• Easywrap Apron
• Economy Aprons

Reversibles

Our reversible protective aprons offer the ultimate in 0.5 mm pb front protection in an apron that is comfortable to wear and adds lots of color and fun to any department. Each apron has two different colored surfaces and loads of features:

• Full Back Construction attached to a 2©÷ wide belt to provide full support and help shift the weight of the apron to the waist.
• Pen pocket and large apron pocket.
• Seamless construction.
• All AMS aprons are created with a multi-layer lead vinyl protection and stain resistant nylon coverings.
  
• Surgery Dropoff
• Half Aprons
• Vest/Skirt Combination
• Special Procedure Wraparound
• Dental Aprons
• Cling-Cover Patient Apron
• Sure-Hold Patient Apron
• Dental Technologist`s Apron
• Panoramic Poncho Patient Apron

Surgery Dropoff

Liberal use of Velcro closures holds this apron securely while in use.

Half Aprons

This half apron is used to protect the patient`s or technician`s sensitive gonad region.

Vest/Skirt Combination

The AMS two-piece vest and skirt offers full wraparound protection with improved mobility and weight distribution. The 0.5 mm pb equivalent vest overlaps in front of a 1.0 mm pb equivalency. The .3 mm pb skirt overlaps n front of a .6 mm pb equivalency.

Special Procedure Wraparound

The AMS aprons feature Velcro closures for positive fastening and easy on/off convenience. Full 0.5 mm pb equivalent protection is provided. Overlapping front panels provide a full 1.0 mm pb equivalency in critical areas.

Dental Aprons

AMS offers a variety of dental aprons for both the patient and the technologist. A standard 0.3 mm equivalency protection is provided. Other protective values can be specially ordered.

Cling-Cover Patient Apron
The Cling-Cover provides the most patient protection. The neck, throat, chest, shoulders, and gonadal areas are all covered. Our single Velcro collar closure provides easy and fast adjustments.

Sure-Hold Patient Apron
This unique foam backing on this apron keeps the apron in place by ``gripping`` the patient`s clothing. No ties or fasteners are used.

Dental Technologist`s Apron
This 0.3 mm apron provides excellent protection, while remaining lightweight and comfortable to wear for extended periods of time. Easy-to-use ties provide for fast adjustment and a secure fit.

Panoramic Poncho Patient Apron
For panoramic dental exams this apron provides excellent protection. Both front and back coverage is provided. A simple Velcro shoulder closure is used.

Gloves and Other AMS Products

• New Super-Flex Gloves
• Lead Mitten
• Standard Five-Finger Gloves
• Gonad Shields
• Glasses
• Lead Vinyl Sheeting
• Thyroid Collar

Storage Racks

• Glove and Apron Rack
• Five-Arm Apron Rack
• Mobile Apron and Glove Rack
• Apron Hanger

Safelight Spots

AMS offers two styles of Spot Safelights: one with an adjustable base, and one designed to mount in a standard `screw-in` electrical base. Both models use an industry standard 5-12©÷ diameter filter, but higher-powered 15-watt lamp. Safe for green or blue base films. All models are UL listed.

• Deluxe Flood-Style Safelights
• Traditional High Output Fluorescent Safelights

Film Storage Bins

All film bins are front loading with easy under-the-counter access.  Five separate compartments assure film size segregation and holds 120 sheets per compartment.

Safe-T-Lock

Our Safe-T-Lock, with its patented film bin locking system, uses a light sensitive eye that measures safe light conditions. It allows your technicians to open the film bin only when safelight conditions exist. Used correctly, the Safe-T-Lock makes it impossible to expose your film supply to white light. When the film bin is open in safe-light, a soft beep s emitted to remind the technician to close the film bin after use. For the price box of film, you can`t afford another day without this indispensable safeguard against accidental film exposure. Order any of our AMS film already equipped with the Safe-T-Lock feature or adapt your existing film bin with our easy-to-install Safe-T-Lock unit.

Film Safes

Never worry again about accidental exposure of stored film. The Film Safe can only be opened under safe light conditions. Accidental exposure is virtually impossible. Here`s how it works. To open Film Safe, press the lock release. The solid state components in the unit will measure the amount of light in your darkroom and if safe, the lid is released for removal or insertion of film. The lid is designed to ``fall`` closed when released.

Three models available.  The small unit holds up to 10¡È x 12¡È film sizes.  The two larger units hold 8 sizes up to 14¡È x 17¡È

I.D. Printers

Our QuickPrint features automatic exposure control, adjustable lighting for blue, green and mammography films and visual exposure indication. Our unique LCD light panel assures a clear, even transfer of information from the patient ID cards.

Information Signs

We designed the information signs to provide the maximum possible visibility and readability. Standard models include:

``X-RAY IN USE`` (Model 900X)
``DARKROOM IN USE`` (Model 900DR)
``CT IN USE`` (Model 900CT)
``MR IN USE`` (Model 900MR)

These signs may be flush-mounted to walls, end-mounted to project into a hallway, or ceiling-hung. All fixtures are easily installed. AMS information signs feature an attractive off-white finish.