Steve Rentz
Full Coverage Service vs. Preventative Maintenance Service
Imaging equipment service is not a one-size-fits-all proposition, and comes with many questions.
If you're about to enter the MRI marketplace, you have a big project with several complex stages ahead of you. We want to help you through those stages however we can. To that end, we've compiled a list of resources to inform you on the big details and help you learn what to expect during your MRI scanner project.
Your MRI Project in 15 Links
Selecting Your MRI Scanner
There are a lot of considerations that go into selecting the best MRI scanner for your facility. The articles below will help you sort through some of the options to narrow your search down and make it more manageable.
Closed-Bore MRI vs. Open MRI vs. Wide-Bore MRI
Siemens MRI Machine Models and Reviews
GE MRI Machine Models and Reviews
Philips MRI Machine Models and Reviews
Budgeting for Your Project
We're sure you're probably already aware that purchasing an MRI scanner is a major investment, but just how much should you plan to spend? Use these links to see current average system costs and the costs of preparing your site.
MRI Machine Cost and Price Guide
Installing Your MRI Scanner
More so than almost any other imaging equipment modality, installing an MRI scanner poses a set of unique challenges. Check out the pages below for the inside scoop on moving, rigging, and shielding your future MRI.
How to Move a Permanent Magnet MRI Machine… Safety First!
How Much Does it Cost to Rig an MRI Scanner?
MRI Scanner Shielding Preparations
Download the MRI Site Planning Checklist
Maintaining Your MRI Scanner
Once your MRI scanner is installed and scanning patients, you'll need to take the proper precautions to maximize your uptime and prolong the life of your system. The tips below will help you maintain your system's performance and avoid the stress and expense of equipment failure.
MRI Preventative Maintenance: 4 Points to Consider
When Should I Replace My MRI Cold Head?
MRI Service Coverage for Total Risk Management
These links cover many of the major ins and outs of an "average" MRI scanner project, but each situation also tends to be a little different. We want to help you with any other questions you have too. Contact us! Our MRI product specialists and project managers are here to assist. If you'd like to read a little deeper, check out our MRI Buyer's Guide.
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