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Thales, a partner you can trust

One out of every two X-ray exams worldwide uses a Thales detector. This impressiveachievement reflects Thales’ long-standing experience and expertise in radiological imaging technologies, driving the continuous improvement of X-ray systems.

Thales has worked with its customers for many years, delivering top-flight service thatunderpins a relationship of mutual trust. In addition, Thales guarantees the availabilityand support of all products throughout their service life.

Contact us: +33 (0)1 30 70 35 58xrayimaging.marketing@thalesgroup.com

Unrivaled plants dedicated to radiological imaging

Thales’ production plants in Moirans, near Grenoble insoutheast France, are among the world’s largest facilitiesdedicated to radiological imaging. Thales and Trixell production facilities are certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001and ISO 13485.

The Thales Group’s strategy is anchored in proactiveResearch & Development, plus the continuous improve-ment of all production facilities.

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Innovative solutions for all X-ray exams

Trixell detection technology: the heart of thesystem

Pixium detectors are made by Trixell, a joint venture ofThales, Siemens and Philips. As a pivotal component indigital systems, these detectors are a key to the quality of radiological images in clinical settings. Pixiumdetectors are based on a cesium-iodide scintillator, fora high degree of X-ray absorption, plus an amorphoussilicon active array, which detects the light generatedby the CsI cells, and dedicated low-noise electronics.

Distinguished consulting firm Frost & Sullivan awardedits 2006 Global Excellence of the Year in digital radiography detector technology to Trixell.

Digital images that combine high quality and low doses

The quality of a digital image is defined by a combinationof its detection quantum efficiency (DQE), indicatingimage sensitivity, contrast, resolution and electronicnoise, and pixel pitch. Pixium detectors combine highDQE with 143-micron pixels for detection capability thatreveals the smallest anatomical details for extremely precise diagnosis on any type of X-ray exam.

In a 2006 study, the British National Health Service’sPurchasing and Supply Agency (NHS PASA) confirmedthat Pixium detectors offer the highest DQE.

The advantages of digital radiology

The new Pixium flat-panel digital detectorsare at the heart of all-digital imaging systems. They are based on cesium-iodidetechnology (CsI Pixium®), considered as theindustry benchmark. Thales offers X-ray system manufacturers solutions that givepractitioners top-quality real-time images,with low radiation doses for patients.

Complete radiological imaging solutions

By combining Pixium flat-panel digital detectors with image preprocessing softwarethat handles image acquisition, calibration and formatting, Thales provides a complete detection function that is easy to integrate in X-ray systems and delivers higher image quality for more accurate diagnoses.

New PixRad software simplifies multi-configuration management

The new PixRad software developed by Thalessupports a number of different configurations,using either a single detector or combinationsof several detectors (Pixium Portable 3543,Pixium RAD 4600). This feature greatly facilitates the management of our entire range of X-ray detectors, bothcurrent and future.

Thales’ digital radiography solutions provide a host of advantages for radiologists, X-ray technicians and patients alike. Advantages for the radiologist: fast,accurate diagnosis, enhanced resourcesmanagement

• Images displayed in just a few seconds• High-quality images right from the first shot• Excellent resolution• Large-format image for any type of exam: lungs, pelvis, limbs, skeleton, etc.

• Computerized processing of patient data (integration in PACS – Picture Archiving and Communication Systems)

• Increased patient throughput• More efficient use of resources and return on investment.

Advantages for the patient: speed, protection, comfort

• Radiation dose reduced by 50%• Faster exams• Greater technician availability• X-rays do not have to be re-shot.

Advantages for the X-ray technician: easier operation, greater availability

• Greater availability to help patients• Easy to use• No more bulky film handling.

Pixium RAD 4600: the benchmark in large-format 100% digital imaging

The Pixium RAD 4600, the world’s first large-format digital detector, has been chosen by a number of X-ray equipment manufacturers worldwide. Acknowledged as the global benchmark in this market, the Pixium RAD 4600meets requirements for a wide range of X-rays,including thorax, abdomen, skeleton and limbs.

Pixium Portable 3543: the world’s firstwireless digital imaging solution

The Pixium Portable 3543 detector is the world’sfirst portable digital imaging solution with a wirelessWiFi connection, designed for all types of X-ray exams. It is particularly well suited for usewith immobilized patients, in operating rooms,intensive care units, emergency situations, androoms for exams requiring difficult or unusual X-ray projections.

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Here shown detector is integrated in the DigitalDiagnost from Philips