23/01/2012
See Ferroguard at Arab Health, the largest healthcare exhibition and congress in the Middle East.
Visit Metrasens on the Siemens Healthcare stand (S1F10)
23-26 January 2012 - Dubai, U.A.E.
Visit Metrasens on the Siemens Healthcare stand (S1F10)
23-26 January 2012 - Dubai, U.A.E.
23/11/2011
Lemont, IL -
Metrasens, world leader in ferromagnetic safety for magnetic resonance imaging
(MRI) facilities, announces today an agreement with Invivo, worldwide leader in
the provision of solutions for medical diagnostic imaging facilities, as its
distributor in the US for its Ferroguard range of products.
Ferromagnetic
objects that are inadvertently taken into the MRI suite will be strongly
attracted, often with unstoppable force, into the magnet. Such projectile
accidents have resulted in patient and staff injuries, reported deaths, and
costly damage to sophisticated MRI scanners. Metrasens’ patented
technology platform, Ferroguard, is being adopted widely by hospitals to
provide protection from potentially dangerous items entering the doorway of the
MRI room and for pre-screening of patients and staff when integrated simply
into the facility's safety procedures.
Metrasens
CEO Dr. Simon Goodyear stated: “Metrasens is excited to be working with Invivo
in the US. Customer interest for ferromagnetic detection solutions has grown
considerably and the partnership with Invivo will provide Metrasens with the
ability to better address our customers’ needs and to move our business forward
rapidly. Invivo shares the Metrasens vision of providing innovative,
technological solutions that enhance safety in the MRI environment; this
collaboration will provide our customers with the best tools and support
available for this important purpose.”
Invivo,
part of Philips Healthcare, is a leader in the provision of solutions to MRI
facilities, thanks to long history in development of innovative RF coils,
advanced image visualization systems, and MRI patient vital signs monitoring
products.
“Improving
patient care and patient safety in the MRI has been the backbone of Invivo for
over 20 years,” -said Kevin Jirka, Invivo marketing manager. “Earlier this year
Invivo released the Essential which is the first transport monitor designed specifically
for the MRI environment. The Ferroguard complements our product portfolio and
extends our ability to improve patient care and patient safety during MRI
procedures. We will demonstrate how the Invivo Expression, Essential and Ferroguard
enhance the ability to care for a patient through complex MRI procedures at our
RSNA booth #3419.”
07/11/2011
The
world’s leading authority on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) safety, Professor
Frank Shellock, will open the new MRI suite at the Medway NHS Foundation Trust
(UK) on Tuesday November 8.
The
unit has been fitted with Ferroguard, the award-winning ferromagnetic detection
safety system from UK-based company Metrasens, which is sensitive enough to detect
the smallest ferromagnetic objects – even a single hairgrip.
If metal objects are taken into the
scanning room, they can be pulled into the magnet’s core at high speed,
potentially causing injury to patients or damage to equipment.
Professor
Frank Shellock, adjunct clinical
professor of radiology and medicine at the Keck School of Medicine, University
of Southern California and the world-leading authority on MR safety, said: “I
strongly feel ferrodetection systems should be carefully considered as a tool
to facilitate proper pre-MRI screening. Their incorporation as a component of a
carefully thought-out and controlled process can add to the safety of patients
and staff.” Professor Shellock, who has more than 25 years’ experience
conducting laboratory and clinical investigations in the MRI field, will be the
keynote speaker at a London *conference on MR safety on November 9.
Kevin Griffin,
consultant radiographer in MRI at Medway Maritime Hospital, said: “The re-development of our MRI
suite created a perfect opportunity to re-think our approach to MRI safety. We
searched the market for appropriate equipment and were impressed by both the
product and the immediate involvement of Metrasens. Their knowledge and advice
helped us in the design of access safety for the MRI Suite.
“The
addition of the new scanner concentrated our minds on how we might tighten our
approach and ferrous detection was high on the list. We required a sensitive
system that was not overly-obtrusive, not alarming to patients and not
time-consuming. Metrasens gave detailed
advice on siting considerations and how we might cover both access points to
the controlled area of the suite.
“Over
the years we have had to re-think our safety policy many times. What was considered to be an acceptable risk,
has now had to change to a no-risk approach. The environment is becoming less
forgiving and I think that quality ferrous detection is now a non-negotiable safety
‘must have.’”
“You
can never be complacent with health and safety - and having Ferroguard gives us
peace of mind. We operate in a very challenging environment and we have to up our game in line with increased risks.”
Martin Mitchell, head of MRI at Medway, said the unit’s new MRI scanner was effectively a
large magnet, with magnetic strength around 120,000 times the earth’s magnetic
field. “We use it to look at the hydrogen atoms in the body, which are mostly
water and fat in the soft tissues. The new machine is very effective for
looking at the liver, the small bowel, most of the large joints and the brain.
It is being used more and more for degenerative disease, such as arthritis of
the hips and cartilage damage to the hips and knees, and degenerative disease
of the brain. It is also very sensitive to some forms of cancer.
“When we first had MRI here at
Medway about 12 years ago, we were doing six to seven cases a day. Now we are
doing in the region of 50 cases a day.
“Having the Ferroguard system is
massively important from the safety point of view of our patients. We want to
ensure that all our patients are safe to go into the scanner and that no one is
taking in anything that is not MR-compatible. We use it to screen the patients
as they enter the MRI environment. All our patients are changed into
gowns, but the Ferroguard system can still find some objects which would
cause concern in the MRI environment.”
Dr Simon Goodyear, CEO
of Metrasens,
developers of the MRI safety system installed at Medway Maritime Hospital,
said: “We are proud to have contributed to the outstanding MRI safety processes
implemented in this new facility. It is
a leading example of how carefully thought out processes, further strengthened
by deployment of our Ferroguard detection technology and 100 per cent
ferrous-free transfer equipment, can provide real confidence in the safety of
patients, staff and imaging technology investment”.
Professor Shellock with the Medway MRI team
Professor Shellock with the Medway MRI team
14/09/2011
Metrasens is
pleased to announce the installation of its Ferroguard ferromagnetic detection
system in the new 3T Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) facility of the University
College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH). The new scanner, jointly funded
by the UCLH/UCL Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) and UCLH, provides detailed,
high definition images of tissue structures enabling scientists and clinicians
to work together on translational research projects.
The opening of the new MRI facility marks a significant
moment for UCLH and for the UCL Centre
for Medical Imagingwhich has grown dramatically in the past year
and leads on all radiology research at the hospital site. The new scanner will
be shared jointly by clinical and research teams presenting additional
challenges for protecting the imaging equipment investment and managing patient
safety. In line with the latest recommendations and advice for managing MRI safety,
Fiona Henderson, General Manager Clinical Services and her team have installed
Ferromagnetic Detectors developed and supplied by leading UK technology firm
Metrasens to provide additional security for patients, staff, and protection
for the scanner room itself from potentially hazardous ferromagnetic objects.
Dr Stuart Taylor, Honorary Consultant Radiologist and Reader
at UCL (University College London) commented, “We value the support and advice
Metrasens provided during the installation works. The Metrasens Ferroguard
System adds to the safe running of the 3T scanner and forms a key part of our
safety processes at University College Hospital.”
Dr Simon Goodyear, CEO of Metrasens, stated, “Metrasens is
proud to be associated with BRC and the UCL Centre for Medical Imaging.
The fact that these leading institutes have recognised the importance of
ferromagnetic detection as an integral part of this new facility is testament
to increasing awareness by imaging centres of excellence around the world of
the need to invest in superior safety technology to protect their patients, staff
and imaging technology investment".
Professor
Steve Halligan (Director of the Centre for Medical Imaging), Dr Stuart Taylor
and Nicky Stevens (3T Research Radiographer) with Metrasens Sales Manager Simon
Collinge
Dr. Frank Shellock guest speaker at the MR Safety Update conference in London, sponsored by Metrasens
12/09/2011
IPEM MR Safety
Update
November 9, 2011
Society of Chemical Industry, London, UK
Metrasens announces exclusive sponsorship of new basic MRI safety training program by Frank G. Shellock, Ph.D.
11/08/2011
Dr. Shellock, who has served the MRI community for more than 25 years, created the program in response to an urgent need cited by many MRI facilities to provide better awareness and training for personnel who are not included in the more detailed core-MRI-team training programs. It is anticipated that the new basic MRI safety training program will become a standard resource for MRI facilities throughout North America and Europe.
Dr. Simon Goodyear, CEO of Metrasens commented on the sponsorship: “Dr. Frank Shellock is recognized as a world leader in MRI safety and education and we are proud to be able to provide exclusive sponsorship for this important new training resource. Metrasens is dedicated to ensuring that MRI facilities are safe for all patients and staff and this sponsorship indicates our commitment to engaging and adding value to our customers across all aspects of their safety processes.”
Dr. Shellock added, “I am extremely pleased that Metrasens has the vision to sponsor this important new program intended to train individuals often involved or responsible for accidents and incidents in the MRI environment. It is only through such close partnering between industry and practitioners that we can hope to most widely disseminate this vital information to help prevent problems in this setting.”
09/08/2011
Metrasens announces today that its new
Ferroguard Screener system will be the focus of the company’s presence at the
important Association for Medical Imaging Management (AHRA) congress next week
in Grapevine, TX. The new product was launched in May 2011,
is already in use in MRI departments in Europe and this will be its first
showing at a US congress.
Commenting on the benefits
of Screener, Dr. Simon Goodyear co-founder and CEO
of Metrasens said, “Integrated simply into the facility's safety procedure, the
new and unique Screener further extends the MRI
safety levels by enabling selective screening of patients or staff members for
the smallest of hazardous items, which may also cause distortion of the MRI scan images with consequent delays and cost
increases.” Dr. Goodyear went on to emphasize that Metrasens employs the
highest sensitivity detectors in its Ferroguard range “sensitivity equals
reliability, consistency and confidence for our customers. At Metrasens we understand that MRI professionals do not wish to compromise this
confidence by accepting cheaper and less sensitive detection technology.”
AHRA – Annual Conference of the Association for Medical Imaging
Management
August 15-17, 2011 Grapevine, TX
Visit Metrasens booth#830 at AHRA
01/08/2011
Read the article on
the role of awards and investment in the early life of start-up businesses,
featuring an interview with Metrasens CEO Dr Simon Goodyear.
Click here to read the story behind Ferroguard’s award-winning design.
Click here to read the story behind Ferroguard’s award-winning design.
30/06/2011
Malvern, UK – Metrasens, world
leader in ferromagnetic detection technology, announces the launch of its
Ferroguard Screener product, a unique ferromagnetic screening system with
on-demand functionality. Metrasens' leading sensor technology provides the
highest sensitivity available, resulting in industry leading reliability and
consistency of detection and greater confidence for users.
Ferromagnetic objects that are inadvertently taken into the MRI suite will be strongly attracted, often with unstoppable force, into the magnet. Such projectile accidents have resulted in patient and staff injuries, one reported death, and costly damage to sophisticated MRI scanners. Metrasens’ patented technology platform, Ferroguard, is already adopted widely by hospitals to provide protection from potentially dangerous items entering the doorway of the MRI room. Integrated simply into the facility's safety procedure, the new and unique Screener further extends the MRI safety levels by enabling selective screening of patients or staff members for the smallest of hazardous items, that may also cause distortion of the MRI scan images.
Ferroguard Screener is deployed in Zone 3 of the American College of Radiology MRI controlled work areas. The simple and very quick whole-body test gives greater confidence to hospital staff without affecting the workflow of the department a very important benefit considering the increasing pressure on MRI facilities to perform more scans, faster.
20/06/2011
Watch the news video to see
how the new Ferroguard detectors protect MRI patients and
staff at University Hospital in San Antonio, TX.
08/03/2011
Metrasens CTO Dr Mark Keene spoke with DotMed News about the issues of MRI safety and the unique benefits of the Ferroguard system.
01/10/2010
Lemont, IL - Metrasens, the leading global supplier of FD, is pleased to offer an upgrade to our award winning line of Ferromagnetic Detection Solutions in the Ferroguard ® Wall Mounted OSD product. Metrasens products, designed to help identify materials that can be drawn toward an MRI's magnet with life-threatening force, are a critical part of pre-screening patients, visitors, and staff before they approach the MRI system.
Modifications to the sensing technology of Ferroguard® now allow for installations in the control room and outside the ACR's prescribed Zone 4; specifically for those facilities that have out swinging MRI suite doors. This insures adequate notification as to the presence of dangerous ferrous materials and appropriate time to respond to the alert.
Modifications to the sensing technology of Ferroguard® now allow for installations in the control room and outside the ACR's prescribed Zone 4; specifically for those facilities that have out swinging MRI suite doors. This insures adequate notification as to the presence of dangerous ferrous materials and appropriate time to respond to the alert.
Ferromagnetic detection systems, such as the Ferroguard products, have been recommended by accrediting bodies, such as the American College of Radiology (ACR) and the Joint Commission, patient safety groups and industry experts in MRI safety.
In November, the world's largest radiology trade show, RSNA, is held in Chicago and Metrasens will be exhibiting. Furthermore, The Ferroguard product will be one of ETS Lindgren and Invivo, Metrasens distribution partners, featured products at RSNA 2010. Stop by and observe an operational demonstration of this solution at Metrasens Booth B7500 at RSNA 2010.
In November, the world's largest radiology trade show, RSNA, is held in Chicago and Metrasens will be exhibiting. Furthermore, The Ferroguard product will be one of ETS Lindgren and Invivo, Metrasens distribution partners, featured products at RSNA 2010. Stop by and observe an operational demonstration of this solution at Metrasens Booth B7500 at RSNA 2010.
Link: Metrasens introduces Ferroguard ® Wall Mounted Out- Swing Door
01/02/2010
Metrasens and its product design partner Smallfry were announced as the winners of "Industrial Product Design" at the Design Week Awards 2010 for the Ferroguard product range.
Metrasens’ CEO, Dr Simon Goodyear, commented:
"Smallfry brought a level of elegance and sophistication to our product that has received great reactions from our customers. Winning this award is a great boost to Metrasens and provides re-assurance to our customers that not only is Ferroguard a great working technology but has also been designed to the highest of standards"
Metrasens’ CEO, Dr Simon Goodyear, commented:
"Smallfry brought a level of elegance and sophistication to our product that has received great reactions from our customers. Winning this award is a great boost to Metrasens and provides re-assurance to our customers that not only is Ferroguard a great working technology but has also been designed to the highest of standards"
01/11/2009
Metrasens has won the inaugural Iaward for Cross application of technology. The award was presented at the British Science museum on Monday 16th November.
Launched by the Government to recognise and celebrate the best of British science, innovation and technology, the iawards are backed by Science and Innovation Minister Lord Drayson and leading businessman James Caan.
Launched by the Government to recognise and celebrate the best of British science, innovation and technology, the iawards are backed by Science and Innovation Minister Lord Drayson and leading businessman James Caan.
click for further details (pdf)
01/10/2009
The Duke of York visited Metrasens Ltd at the Malvern Hills Science Park as part of his visit to the Malvern Hills Area. Prince Andrew toured the Science Park and the leading defence and technology company QinetiQ before opening the multi-million pound sports complex at Malvern College. As the UK’s special representative for international trade and investment, the Duke of York travels the world promoting British businesses.Prince Andrew showed particular interest in Metrasens’ MRI safety product, Ferroguard.
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