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Siemens AG selects the Faxitron DX-50 Core Specimen Radiography system to complement its women’s imaging product line in worldwide markets


Erlangen, Germany, 2009-Jul-1

After a thorough technical review of three competing specimen radiography systems, Siemens AG has chosen the Faxitron DX-50 Core™ as the unit it will co-market along with its MammoTest stereotactic table and NovationDR and Inspiration mammography systems. “In the end, it was the superior image quality of Faxitron’s single-piece CMOS camera and the ease and robustness of their PACS connection that were the deciding factors,” says Siemens Richard Baune, product manager for accessory solutions of the company’s Healthcare Sector, Workflow & Solutions Division. “The tiled camera offered by the competitors did not produce the same high-quality images as the DX-50. We also found that the Faxitron DX-50 perfectly complements the examination workflow with the Siemens Healthcare Mammo systems. Our goal is to increase the quality of patient care and at the same time lower health care costs. We are confident that offering the DX-50 as an important accessory to our women’s imaging product line will provide an additional resource to help us reach this goal.” Download Complete Press Release


Faxitron Introduces New Dedicated DX-50 Core™ Specimen Radiography System

Version 1.6 of Company’s Specimen Radiography Software Also Debuts

Lincolnshire, IL – Faxitron X-Ray LLC has introduced a new digital core specimen radiography system. Named the DX-50 Core™, the unit features a new, 20 lp/mm camera and is intended for dedicated use in the stereotactic suite. “The widespread and growing use of vacuum-assisted biopsy devices has resulted in a trend toward extraction of fewer cores,” notes Faxitron Vice President Business Development & Marketing Brad Jackson. “Our new system is perfect for this application.”

The compact DX-50 Core system can be located directly in the stereotactic suite, only steps from the stereo table. The self-contained system produces high-resolution digital images in seconds that can be viewed on the flat panel monitor to ensure that the core specimens contain a representative sample of microcalcifications. The images can also be sent to a PACS network for archiving and hardcopy printing. If portability is required for use in multiple suites, the DX-50 Core is available mounted on a heavy-duty cart.

At the same time, the company has introduced the latest version of its specimen radiography software, SR 1.6, that allows annotations to be stored to PACS. In addition, an automated calibration feature provides quick and easy, one-click calibration.

Faxitron Opens New, Larger World Headquarters With Enhanced Manufacturing Facilities.

Lincolnshire, IL – Faxitron X-Ray LLC has announced the opening of its new world headquarters in Lincolnshire, IL. The modern facility comprises approximately 8,500 sq. ft. of office space for the sales, marketing, manufacturing and customer service staff, along with 11,500 sq. ft. devoted to product assembly and testing. A dedicated training and demonstration area completes the 21,000 sq. ft. facility.

“Continuing strong demand for our medical, scientific research and NDT cabinet x-ray systems dictated our move to expanded and upgraded facilities,” says company CEO Bob Dockendorff. Sales growth has averaged more than 20% annually over the past five years, he notes.

Faxitron Provides Software Link To Company Help Desk

Lincolnshire, IL – Faxitron X-Ray LLC, the leading manufacturer of cabinet x-ray systems for specimen radiography, research and NDT applications, has initiated a new software-based service that provides system users with fast response to service-related questions. The new service, Faxitron On Call™ on-line support, can be accessed via the company’s website, www.faxitron.com, or through a link embedded in the software now being distributed with the company’s new digital x-ray systems.

When customers need technical assistance with a Faxitron digital imaging system, they first contact Technical Support at 1-888-465-XRAY and then follow a simple two-step procedure. “Our systems are very simple to operate and highly reliable,” notes Brad Jackson, Faxitron Vice President Business Development & Marketing, “so most service issues involve questions related to obtaining optimal image resolution. Sometimes, in fact, we get calls from surgeons directly from the OR.”

Faxitron Enjoys Continued Success for X-ray Irradiators in Japan

WHEELING, Illinois (March 28, 2008) – Faxitron X-Ray LLC (Faxitron) today announced that it has fulfilled a five system irradiator order through AcroBio, the company's local distributor in Tokyo, Japan. Four of the five systems are RX-650 x-ray irradiators. The units will be used for feeder cell irradiation. The compact size and moderate price of the RX-650 make it ideal for dedicated feeder cell work.

"We continue to see strong demand for x-ray irradiators," notes Don Kissock, Vice President, International Sales. "The footprint, cost, and safety of x-ray systems make them a very attractive alternative to heavy, expensive, and high maintenance gamma (radioisotopic) irradiators." Cesium irradiators have fallen under scrutiny of late due to reports suggesting that the accessibility of the radioactive cesium poses a potential security risk.

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CONAFOR Orders Three Additional Faxitron Systems for Seed Imaging

WHEELING, Illinois (October 22, 2007) – Faxitron X-Ray LLC today announced that CONAFOR, Mexico's National Forestry Agency, ordered three additional MX-20 Digital Cabinet X-Ray Systems for their seed imaging program. The order was received by Lab-Tech, Faxitron's local distributor in Guadalajara, Mexico.
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Faxitron Awarded Contract to Supply USDA with 22 Systems for Seed Imaging

WHEELING, Illinois (October 16, 2007) – Faxitron X-Ray LLC today announced that it was awarded a multi-year contract by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) for up to 22 MX-20 Digital Cabinet X-Ray Systems. The systems will be used for seed imaging in the Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) nationwide plant safeguarding and identification program. Initial systems will be ordered by facilities in Maryland, California, and Hawaii.
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Instant Digital X-Rays of Breast Specimens Speed up Surgery for Queen's Hospital

WHEELING, Illinois – The Queen's Hospital in Burton on Trent, UK, has significantly sped up its breast cancer surgeries with a Faxitron MX-20 digital specimen radiography system. The system can x-ray excised tumors directly in the surgical theatre, immediately after removal, and display the images within seconds. The large field size (12 cm x 12 cm) of the digital detector in the unit makes it particularly popular with breast surgeons.
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Faxitron X-Ray LLC Announces Additions to Senior Management Team

WHEELING, Illinois – Faxitron X-Ray LLC (Faxitron), a global leader in cabinet x-ray systems for specimen radiography, research and NDT applications, has expanded its senior management team. Faxitron has attracted top executive talent to continue its heritage of developing innovative products and providing excellent service to its customers.
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Inverness Capital Partners Invests in Faxitron X-Ray LLC, A Market Leader in Digital and Film Cabinet X-ray Systems

WHEELING, Illinois – Inverness Capital Partners (Inverness Capital), a $125 million private equity fund affiliated with the Graham Group, has invested in Faxitron X-Ray LLC, a manufacturer and distributor of cabinet x-ray systems used in the medical and industrial end-markets.
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