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If you're in the market for a PET/CT scanner, you know there are a plethora of options to choose...
Section 179 Sees Record High Tax Deduction for Capital Equipment in 2023
After navigating years of fluctuating deduction limits, shifting value rates, and unexpected...
Siemens Sensation CT vs. Siemens Emotion CT
Those in the market for a refurbished Siemens CT scanner know there are multiple systems and to...
Siemens 1.5T MRI Machine Models and Reviews
If you're on the hunt for a Siemens 1.5T MRI, you already know there are a number of models...
SIEMENS ESPREE VS. SIEMENS AERA: WIDE-BORE MRI COMPARED
The popularity of Siemens wide-bore magnets has been unparalleled in the marketplace since 2005.
What Are The Best C-arms for Pain Management?
If you're starting a new pain management practice, or looking to add new equipment to your...
How To Find The Best Value In A Pain Management C-Arm
When you're selecting the right C-arm for your pain management practice, "Bells and Whistles" is...
Top 3 Reasons to Rent a Portable X-Ray
Portable X-ray systems are mainstays at hospitals, urgent care centers, and clinics alike. Many...
How Much Does It Cost to Relocate an MRI Machine?
Expanding? Remodeling? Moving? Whether down the hall or to another state, relocating an MRI machine...
How to Sell Your Used MRI Machine
A reliable MRI machine is a cornerstone modality for many hospitals and imaging centers.
Straton Z CT Tube Lifespan and Cost
When it comes to service and maintenance for a CT scanner, the most important item to keep tabs on...
How to Extend the Life of Your Toshiba Aquilion CT Tube
The X-ray tube is the single most expensive consumable part of a CT. It comes as no surprise,...
Floor-Mounted Cath Labs vs Ceiling-Mounted Cath Labs
In the world of Cath Labs, there is a plethora of options to choose from. Single plane vs....
Siemens Matrix Coils: What Are They And What Do They Do?
Traditionally, MRI coils simply name the body part they image, such as head coil, spine coil,...
Do I Need a C-Arm or a Cath Lab?
As if the initial decision to open a surgical center wasn't big enough, those of you entering this...
How to Diagnose X-Ray Switch Errors for OEC C-Arms
Like any piece of medical imaging equipment, C-arms can experience errors and problems. You or your...
Common C-Arm Battery Problems and Solutions
Facilities that own one or multiple C-Arm systems should be aware that C-arms do not do well in...
How to Sell Your Hologic Bone Densitometer
When selling a piece of imaging equipment like a Hologic bone densitometer, details are everything.
OEC C-arm Serial Number Meaning
If you're in the market for an OEC C-Arm, chances are you're researching the model, image...
Top 4 Reasons to Upgrade from 2D to 3D Mammography
If you own a 2D Mammography system, chances are you've considered or have been approached with the...
How to Prepare Your MRI Room for RF Shielding
There is a long list of items to check off your MRI room list prior to buying and installing an MRI...
GE Cath Lab Networking Guide
Sorting through the GE Cath lab product line for the best system to meet your hospital or imaging...
Imaging Equipment Installation Dos and Don’ts
If you recently purchased a new to you piece of medical imaging equipment for your facility -...
RF Shielding for MRI Scanners: Copper vs. Galvanized Steel
If you're preparing for the installation of an MRI scanner at your facility, you're also preparing...
TOP 3 REASONS TO HAVE AN IMAGING EQUIPMENT SERVICE PLAN
From shifts with reimbursement rates, regulations, and patient trends, it is important to keep your...
Three Types of X-Ray Tubes
If you’ve ever had a parts suppliers offer you a refurbished X-Ray tube for your CT, rad room, or...
How to Sell Your Hologic Selenia Dimensions Mammo Machine
Are you looking to sell your Hologic Selenia Dimensions digital mammography system? There are some...
Full Coverage Service vs. Preventative Maintenance Service
Imaging equipment service is not a one-size-fits-all proposition, and comes with many questions.
What service coverage should i get for my cath lab?
Interventional cath and angio systems are not only big investments, they're a cornerstone modality...
How Much Will it Cost to Refill Helium in my MRI Machine?
If you've owned or operated an MRI machine for even just a few years of the last decade, you know...
What Size Room Do I Need For My CT Scanner?
If you're in the market for a CT scanner, you've more than likely considered where to house it in...
Do I Need a Certificate of Need?
We get asked from time to time whether a mobile trailer for an interim rental has a CON. We have...
Hologic Dimensions and 3Dimensions AWS Preventative Maintenance
If your facility owns medical imaging equipment, you are no stranger to the importance of regular...
MRI Safety: How to Keep Patients & Personnel Safe
You may have heard of the recent MRI incident that occurred in a Northern California hospital. And...
Wheelchair Donations: Finding a Charity near You
If you're interested in donating a used manual or motorized wheelchair, there are several options...
C-Arm Size Comparison Guide
After you've made some C-arm decisions about image intensifier size, software packages, generator...
What Does 'End of Life' Mean for MRI Scanners? | Block Imaging
If you own an MRI scanner, your OEM has likely used the phrase "end of life" when discussing your...
What's the Difference Between a Cath Lab and an EP Lab?
One question we're asked on a regular basis about interventional radiology equipment is, "What's...
How to Choose the Best X-Ray Equipment for your Facility
Bringing a new (or new to you) X-ray system into an imaging facility can be an overwhelming...
Finding the 'Right' Serial Tag on Your Medical Imaging Equipment
If you’re hoping to sell a piece of medical imaging equipment you’ll need to gather a LOT of...
Philips FD 20 Version 7 Declared 'End of Support' | Block Imaging
If you have a Philips FD 20 Version 7 cath lab in your facility, Philips has likely notified you...
What is a cath lab?
While modalities like CT and MRI are well known by most, there are some systems that fly a bit more...
End of Life and End of Service Letter Received: Your Next Steps
There are a lot of things that can throw annual capital budgets into chaos, but few may raise the...
End of Life Medical Imaging Equipment... What Does It Really Mean?
“End of Life.” Sounds morbid, doesn’t it? But before you flood your mind with images of long black...
PET/CT Market Valuations: Four Questions to Answer
New PET/CTs are usually one of the most expensive scanners in a hospital or imaging facility. Most...
GE Innova 2100, 3100, 4100 'End of Service': What's Next for Users?
If your team uses the GE Innova 2100, 3100, or 4100, you might have received a letter saying that...
Power Requirements for Hologic Selenia Digital Mammography
If your facility is preparing for its first Hologic Selenia digital mammography system,...
GE Innova Comparison: How is the new Innova IQ different?
Before we talk about the differences between the GE Innova Cath Lab and the GE Innova IQ, I beg...
GE Discovery PET/CT Scanners Compared
The GE Discovery family of PET/CTs is like a pack of vicious velociraptors; quick, quiet, and...
CT Scanner Manufacturers, Models and Slice Count Guide
If you're in the market for a new or refurbished CT scanner, you may have noticed there is a buffet...
Fuji Persona CS vs. OEC 9900: C-Arm Power Comparison
The Fuji Persona CS is an eye-catching newcomer to the C-arm market; and rightfully so. It boasts a...
GE Senographe Essential Digital Detectors: Lifespan and Cost Info
In most regards, the detector is one of the most important components on a digital mammography...
OEC 9900 Vascular vs. Ziehm Vision RFD: C-Arm Comparison
OEC and Ziehm are both big names in the C-arm game. You can count on either manufacturer to bring a...
What Is 'Time of Flight' PET Scanning?
As with all modalities of imaging equipment, PET scanning is gradually moving in the direction of...
Closed MRI vs. Open MRI vs. Wide-Bore MRI
I've been in the MRI machine business for quite some time; discussing their attributes, comparing...
Control-X C400 vs. GE Discovery 656
So, you're looking for high-quality, hospital-grade X-ray equipment; a rad room that can handle it...
Mini C-Arm vs Full Size C-Arm vs Compact C-Arm
Beyond the obvious difference in size, there are several other key differences between mini C-arm,...
The Current State of the X-Ray Tube Supply Chain
The X-ray tube market is not immune to the supply chain "pinch" being felt in almost every other...
End of Support Issued for GE Discovery ST, STE: What's Next for Users
If your facility uses a GE Discovery ST or STE PET/CT scanner , you've probably received a letter...
The State of the C-arm Market
By now, it's not news to anyone that nearly every sector of the global economy is in a state of...
OEC Elite CFD vs. Siemens Cios Alpha
OEC and Siemens are two of the biggest names among C-arm manufacturers. They both have a reputation...
QMAPP Hemodynamic Monitoring: What You Need to Know
For years, the options in hemodynamic monitoring have been somewhat limited, with the GE MacLab as...
Top Five Hologic Selenia Replacement Parts
If you’ve come across this blog, you're probably either a) assessing your parts risk in owning a...
What's Happening to CT & MRI Prices?
After all the disruptions, setbacks, and complications of the last two years, it's probably not a...
X-Ray Room Install: Should My Chest Stand Be Left or RightHand Loaded?
As you remodel or build a new space for your new X-ray system, one decision that can easily be...
Is Going Green Giving Your MRI Scanner Image Artifacts?
Pretty much everyone can agree that using energy more efficiently is a good thing. What some of us...
The Current State of the Section 179 Tax Deduction
After years of constant change- up and down deduction limits, shifting depreciation rates,...
How to Sell Your CT Scanner
Of all the modalities in the diagnostic imaging arena, CT has undergone, perhaps, the most...
CMS Announces New PCI Codes for Ambulatory Surgery Centers
This blog has been updated from its original posting, 11/6/2019
The big news for any ambulatory...
Philips Gemini GXL vs. Gemini TF PET/CT
The Philips Gemini PET/CT line is now three generations deep. From the Gemini Dual and 16 Power, to...
Hologic Dimensions: Bridging the 3D Mammography Gap
3D tomo mammography hasn't been FDA-approved for very long (about 10 years). Because of this, the...
How to Find and Clear Collision Errors on GE Innova Cath Labs
Any time objects begin to move from a fixed position, there's a risk of one of them running into...
How Much Does It Cost to Lease a Hologic Selenia?
The Hologic Selenia product line is a leader in the digital mammography modality, and rightfully...
Imaging Equipment Service: Cost vs. Quality
As important as it is to find service that works for your budget, it is equally important to make...
4 Questions to Find the Best MRI Sound System
A quality sound system has become a patient comfort standard in MRI suites. In light of the wide...
Performing a Daily QC Test on a Hologic Discovery Bone Densitometer
The following is a relatively quick and simple, but very important task for anyone owning or...
Top 5 Rarest Used MRI Scanners (and Best Substitute MRI Machines)
“You can’t always get what you want...” the Rolling Stones once sang, and though they probably...
OEC 9800 Parts and Service Costs
If you are considering purchasing an OEC 9800 C-arm, one of the biggest questions on your mind...
How to Tell if Your Aquilion 64 has a Spellman or SRU Generator
Toshiba Aquilion 64 CT scanners come with two different generator types: the SRU generator, or the...
Replacing Your OEC 9800 Skin Spacer
Given the mobile nature of a C-arm, it's bound to happen at least once in a system's life: the skin...
Jarrell IG vs. Westville IG for GE CT Scanners
The image generator (IG) module on your GE CT scanner is a vital part of the image reconstruction...
How to Choose the Best Vendor for Your MRI, CT, PET/CT, or Cath Lab
When the time comes to bring in a new imaging system, swap out an old one, or sell one to clear out...
Stereotactic Biopsy Table Price Cost Guide
If you're already serving mammography patients but are hoping to expand your breast cancer...
MRI Machine Valuations: The Most Important Questions to Answer
Many of the MRI machine valuation calls we receive are from people who have never had to try to...
Prone Biopsy Table Site Planning
If you're considering adding a prone stereotactic biopsy table to your department, you might be...
Capital Equipment Budget Cuts: Is PET/CT off the Menu?
If this year’s capital equipment budget originally included money for a new PET/CT system (likely...
1.5T MRI Suite Size Requirements
Most people have more than a few questions right out of the gate as they consider an imaging...
Siemens Avanto vs. Siemens Espree: MRI Comparison
As an elite MRI manufacturer, Siemens continues to create impressive technical advances in each new...
Radiofrequency Generator Price Cost Guide
When we talk to people who are looking to outfit a pain management practice, one of the questions...
How Long Will My Cath Lab Tube Last?
It's a question we've heard from cath lab equipment and parts buyers over and over: "How long can I...
QA Block vs. Spine Phantom for GE Lunar DEXA
All Lunar DEXA scanners come with (or should come with) two phantoms for system testing and...
OEC C-Arm Power Requirements
When we talk to buyers looking into their first C-arm purchase, we're commonly asked questions...
GE Lightspeed VCT 64 vs. Philips Brilliance 64
Both the GE VCT 64 and the Philips Brilliance 64 are prominent models from prominent players on...
Philips Allura FD10 vs. Allura FD20 Cath/Angio Comparison
The Philips Allura FD20 and FD10 may be similar in appearance at a glance, but they are very...
Does My C-Arm Require Lead Shielding?
People frequently ask us what, if any, requirements have been set for X-ray shielding in rooms...
C-Arm Project Planning Checklist
Each year thousands of C-arm buyers from around the world seek out our help and advice when...
When Is Short-Bore MRI Too Short?
Over the last several years, MRI systems have continued to evolve and become more patient-friendly....
OEC 9800 Flat Screen Monitor Upgrades: Choosing the Best One for You
For the last several years, people have been looking for ways to continue using and even improve...
How to Sell Your DEXA System
Time for an upgrade? Thinking about changing your service offerings? Whatever the reason, you're...
How to Delete Patient Data on an OEC 9900 C-Arm
HIPAA compliance and limited onboard storage are part of the day-to-day reality of using a C-arm....
4 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Pre-Owned MRI Scanner
“It's kind of like buying a car” goes the cliché. In many ways, that’s true when buying pre-owned...
How to Change Batteries on an OEC 9800 or 9900 C-Arm
As anyone who owns a cellphone can tell you: batteries don't last forever! Even rechargeable...
Benefits of C-Arms for Swallow Studies
Traditionally, studies for dysphagia, aspiration, esophageal modality disorders, and other...
Siemens RFPA Failure? 4 Common Reasons Why and Solutions
In the world of MRI, radio frequency power amplifier (RFPA) failure is a relatively common problem....
Siemens Definition Series CT Scanners Compared
While Siemens is busy marketing and selling their latest CT scanners, the "SOMATOM go" series, the...
OEC C-Arms vs. Philips Pulsera C-Arms
Both OEC and Philips manufacture good C-arms. So, why do many prefer OEC? In our opinion, there are...
Hitachi Airis II vs. Airis Elite: Open MRI Compared
Looking over the wide landscape of secondary market MRIs, a couple of things become very clear:...
MRI Preventative Maintenance: 4 Points to Consider
Preventative maintenance (PM) is important for any MRI scanner. No service contract worth its salt...
OEC 9900 Hardware and Software Options
Just like the 9800 before it, the OEC 9900 is a C-arm that comes with a variety of hardware...
'ISO Certified' vs. 'ISO Compliant' for Imaging Equipment Vendors
With Block Imaging Parts & Service’s yearly ISO audit right around the corner, I am reminded of the...
CFR Tags on Used CT Scanners: What Are They & Why Are They Important?
When we are offered used CT scanners from countries outside the USA, we always ask "Do you have...
Siemens Novation X-Ray Tube: Lifespan, Signs of Failure, Replacement
If you use a Siemens Mammomat Novation, there's a P40 MOW-100G tube inside it producing your X-rays...
Mammography vs. Breast MRI for Breast Cancer Detection
Many of our readers have asked us the question: “What’s the difference between getting a breast MRI...
How to Find Software Options on a Siemens Sensation 64 CT
If you intend to buy or sell a used Siemens Sensation 64 (or any other CT scanner for that matter)...
Philips Gemini TF vs. Philips Ingenuity TF
In the continuous effort of medical imaging manufacturers to push their technology forward, improve...
Product Overview: Siemens Axiom Artis Interventional Lab
The Axiom Artis is one of the most prevalent product lines from Siemens in the interventional...
10 Reasons You Should Buy Refurbished Imaging Equipment
Still not totally convinced buying refurbished medical imaging equipment is a good idea? We'd like...
ISO Certified Medical Imaging Equipment Company? It IS a Big Deal
When you see “ISO Certified” on a medical imaging company’s website or marketing materials, you may...
How to Find the Software Version on Your OEC 9800, 8800, 6800, or 2800
If you use an OEC C-arm or urology suite, the time may come when you need to know your system's...
Hologic Selenia Detector Cost, Lifespan, and Replacement
A dependable digital mammography unit is the cornerstone of any women's health department. Among...
The Most Overlooked Factor in Medical Imaging Equipment Values
Medical imaging equipment values are driven by a variety of factors. The level of technology,...
Yes, a Used MRI Machine More Than Meets Your Needs
When buying an MRI, it's always best to seriously assess your needs before you commit a lot of...
How to Decide Which C-Arm Image Intensifier Size is Best: 9in vs 12in
The question, “Which C-arm image intensifier size is best for my facility?” comes up a lot in our...
GE LightSpeed VCT 64 vs. Siemens Sensation 64
When people hit the market for a 64-slice CT scanner, the GE VCT and the Siemens Sensation are two...
3 Reasons Why GE CT Scanners Cost More
I am regularly asked, "Why does a GE CT scanner cost so much more than the other manufacturers?" We...
INCOTERMS Explained for Buyers and Sellers of Imaging Equipment
Growing global connections is exciting... Trade barriers are falling and the world is your...
Medical Equipment Installation: What to Expect Post-Install
Now that your CT, MRI, or other medical imaging equipment has been installed, let us be among the...
OEC 9800 vs. OEC 9900
OEC lists 51 items (assuming you consolidate the image preset options –more on that later)...
CT Tube Lifespan: Akron B and Akron Q
If your facility uses or is considering a Siemens or Philips water-cooled CT scanner, you should...
X-Ray Equipment Service Cost Price Info
In a lot of ways, the X-ray machine is the cornerstone of the medical imaging field. From...
Siemens Avanto Body Matrix Coils: Function, Failure, Replacement
If your MRI scanner is a Siemens Avanto TIM system, your Body Matrix coil is a staple for cardiac...
Decoding the Megalix Cath/Angio X-Ray Tube
If your facility uses a Siemens cath/angio lab like the Axiom Artis, the Multistar, or the...
6 Best Practices for Patient Data Disaster Recovery
The wonders of technology have created a greater peace of mind for many medical offices and...
What Kind of Cath Lab Do I Need?
As you begin your search for a new cath lab, the number of choices and options can be overwhelming-...
How Much Can I Save with a Refurbished Cath Lab?
Most of us expect to pay much less for something that is refurbished than something that is new....
Stereotactic Biopsy Tables: Multicare Platinum vs Fischer MammoTest
As the world of breast imaging and breast biopsy continues to shift rapidly toward a single...
Which Portable X-Ray Systems Can I Rent?
Whether you're meeting an increased volume need, testing a market, or simply trying to shift some...
Cooling in the Cath Lab
A common mistake we see in the cath lab planning and construction process is not accounting for the...
Mammography System Removal: How to Prepare, What to Expect
So, you’ve decided it's time to sell your mammography system. You’ve found a buyer for the...
Air-Cooled CT Scanners vs. Water-Cooled CT Scanners
Inside every CT scanner gantry are dozens of specialized electronic components working very hard to...
5 Sure Fire Ways to Extend the Life of Your C-Arm Machine
On the one hand, C-arm machines seem to be very durable and are built to last. They get banged...
HIPAA Compliance Selling Medical Imaging Equip: Delete Patient Data
Anyone selling used medical imaging equipment needs to be proactive about maintaining HIPAA...
What Equipment Do I Need for CT Fluoroscopy?
CT Fluoroscopy, which is also referred to as CT-guided intervention radiology, combines X-ray...
Hitachi Airis Elite vs. GE Ovation: Open MRI Scanners Compared
Technology marches on but, with their low maintenance costs, high reliability, and proven track...
Choosing the Best Contractor for Your Medical Facility Construction
Just in case you were wondering, "Does it matter what contractor I choose for the build out of my...
Why Should I Buy Service Coverage for My C-arm?
When Block Imaging serves a customer on a C-arm purchase, we recommend that they also purchase a...
Preparing for Your Digital Mammography Project
At Block Imaging, we subscribe to the “measure twice, cut once” philosophy. Nothing is more...
Mini C-Arm Prices: How Much is a Mini C-Arm Really Going to Cost?
So, you’re looking to step up your C-Arm imaging capabilities without feeding your budget (not to...
1.5T MRI Machine Price Guide
The 1.5T scanner is the quintessential MRI machine. It's powerful enough to perform the vast...
GE Essential Mammo: X-Ray Tube Lifespan and Cost Info
As is the case with all equipment that uses X-ray technology, the X-ray tube on the GE Essential...
Orthoscan HD1000 vs Orthoscan FD
The two most recent additions to the Orthoscan mini C-arm product line, the Orthoscan HD1000 and...
Nuclear Camera Site Preparation
Preparing your facility to receive any new piece of medical imaging equipment can be a process with...
Is 64 the New 16? Standards of Care in CT Scanner Technology
The advancement of CT technology has traveled largely predictable paths over the last two decades;...
Solve Erratic OEC 9900 Lift Movements with These Two Parts
Are you standing in front of an OEC 9900 C-arm whose central column moves up... when no one is...
Scintron vs. CVIT
When you're looking for a PET scanner, the computers and software are, in many ways, just as...
Used GE MRI for Sale? Read This Before You Sell
In 2012, 37 baseball cards were discovered in an Ohio attic, untouched for 100 years. They fetched...
3 Advantages to Having a Motor-Driven OEC 9800
The OEC 9800 MD (motor-driven) isn't a new variation of the popular 9800 product line, but the last...
Cath Lab Installation Process: a Day-by-Day Walkthrough
Installing any piece of medical equipment is a challenge, but few modalities match the...
Problems with the Right-to-Repair Conversation
If you are not yet familiar with The Critical Medical Infrastructure Right-to-Repair Act of 2020,...
What Kind of Facility Should Rent a C-Arm?
We've said it before, but it bears repeating: purchasing is not the only (or always the best)...
Philips Cath Lab Options Explained
Philips cath labs come loaded with a wide variety of hardware and software options. As a result,...
Siemens Cios Alpha vs. OEC 9900: C-Arm Comparison
Just a few years ago, Siemens launched their Cios C-arms, debuting new technology that made them a...
MORE Questions to Ask BEFORE You Buy a Used CT Scanner
This one goes out to all the CT scanner shoppers that still need a little coaching to find their...
Bi-Plane Cath Labs vs Single-Plane Cath Labs
For those entering the cath lab market for the first time, there are scads of options on the table...
Are Preventative Maintenance Visits Required?
The manufacturer tells you your CT scanner needs 2 preventative maintenance (PM) visits each year....
C-Arm Rental Do's and Don'ts
With most of the things people rent, the process is relatively simple. There aren't generally a lot...
X-Ray in Use Light: Prepping for Your X-Ray System Installation
In many areas, government regulations require a warning light outside radiological exam rooms to...
Comparing OEC 9800 Plus vs OEC 9800 C-Arms
When you were new to the C-Arm market (and perhaps you still are) undoubtedly one of the first...
X-Ray Machine Installation Prep: Getting Started
Any time your facility purchases X-ray equipment, there are some big, important steps that need to...
CT Scanner Table Weight Capacities Compared
What is the maximum weight capacity for my CT table? We get this question, or some form of it,...
Which CT Scanner Is the Best Value?
You’ve been there: the head of radiology insists that the new 1024-slice CT is the technology you...
4 Reasons Why 16-Slice CT Is a Good Fit for Critical Access Hospitals
Upgrading imaging equipment can be a challenging topic to broach in the critical access hospital...
GE Innova Chillers: Why Are There Two?
Most of us involved with medical imaging equipment are well aware that it generates a considerable...
Do I Need Lead Lining for My R/F Room, Rad Room, X-ray or C-Arm?
Almost daily, someone asks us: "Do I need to put lead-lined walls around my imaging system?"
We're...
GE Optima CT Scanners: An Overview
GE is nothing if not consistent when it comes to naming conventions. First it was Hispeeds and...
3 Ways to Brighten the Image on Your OEC 9800
When you're working with your OEC 9800 day-in and day-out to serve a busy schedule of patients,...
C-Arm and X-Ray Rental vs. Subscription
Purchasing is not the only option to get the C-arm or X-ray equipment you need into your facility....
Are C-Arm Reimbursements the Same for All Models?
The famous saying says, “You have to spend money to make money.” That may be true in the game of...
What Does the Process of Renting an X-Ray Machine Look Like?
Once you've decided that renting an X-ray system is a good fit for your facility, your next...
Top MRI Manufacturers Compared: Choosing the Best for Your Needs
Since first publishing this article in 2015, thousands more people have come to us with a wide...
3 Key Elements of Effective X-Ray Preventive Maintenance
We emphasize preventive maintenance (PM) a lot here at Block Imaging. We type about it in emails....
3 Reasons to Buy an 8-Channel Siemens Symphony MRI
In the world of pre-owned MRI systems, there are many options with wildly varied pricing. If you’re...
How Much Does a Refurbished OEC 9900 Cost?
It wasn't long ago that OEC 9900 C-arms were still rare on the secondary market. As the model has...
5 Things to Ask Before Signing an Imaging Equipment Service Contract
When a lot of people shop around for an imaging equipment service contract they focus a great deal...
GE Essential Mammography Paddles: Which Are 'Standard'?
If you're searching the secondary market for a good value on a GE Essential mammography system, you...
Tom Spees Joins Block Imaging as VP of Strategic Development
The Block Imaging team invites you to join us in welcoming long-time healthcare entrepreneur and...
Extremity MRI Scanner Price Cost Guide [2020]
If your facility is in the market for an extremity MRI scanner, one of the first questions that...
Used Medical Imaging Equipment Valuations: FMV versus OLV
While the automotive industry can easily point to Kelley Blue Book for current and depreciated...
OEM Support Ended for Selenia with Sun Ultra 45: What's Next?
If you use a Hologic Selenia manufactured between January 19th, 2007 and December 7th 2012, you may...
What's the Difference Between GE Innova IQ and IQ Plus Cath Labs?
There's no debating it: from the II-based days of the Advantx to the digital transition first...
GE MRI Coil Connectors: How to Know What You Have & What You Need
If you've used a GE MRI scanner for even a few months you've undoubtedly changed coils,...
How Much Does It Cost to Lease a GE Essential with Senoclaire 3D Tomo?
There's never been a better time for breast cancer screening providers to consider upgrading to 3D...
3 Tips to Save Your C-Arm Cables
One of the most common issues we see with OEC products is torn cables. By my estimate, 30-40% of...
Lorad MultiCare Stereotactic Tables Compared
Looking for a prone stereotactic table? Or perhaps you're seeking parts or engineering coverage for...
Siemens Arcadis C-Arm Price Cost Guide
The Siemens Arcadis C-arm series is comprised of models known for powerful generators, hardily...
What's the Latest in Siemens Cath Labs?
We'll be honest- most of the conversations we have with buyers about cath lab equipment revolve...
What Do I Do if I Can’t Find My FDA 2579 Form?
So, here's a relevant, but completely hypothetical (unless you're living it right now) scenario for...
CT Signal Brushes and Power Brushes: When to Replace
Your CT scanner's signal brushes and power brushes play a critical role in the operation of your...
Features of the Hologic Discovery A Bone Densitometer
Among the models in the Hologic Discovery bone densitometer series, the Discovery A stands out as...