CALGARY, Jan. 8 /CNW/ - IDC (Imaging Dynamics Company Ltd.) (TSX: IDL), the global leader in the rapidly growing market for digital radiography (DR), is pleased to announce the highly anticipated release of its proprietary image acquisition software, Magellan version 3.4.
Magellan 3.4 is a major upgrade to IDC's CCD based digital radiography product offering. It is compatible with the IDC Xplorer and X-Series DR platforms and will be available through IDC's global distribution channels.
Among the enhancements provided by the Magellan 3.4 software are an updated calibration wizard, extended parameter ranges, plus the new BrightField model, an adaptive algorithm which optimizes diagnostic image quality and consistency.
Mr. Tom Boon, IDC President & CEO said of the release, "This new software platform represents an evolution for existing IDC users and is consistent with our focus on meeting customer needs by providing enhancements which improve the performance of their IDC DR systems." Mr. Boon continues, "The introduction of the new Magellan software demonstrates our commitment to meeting our customers' needs and continual improvement. We have once again shown outstanding innovation in the industry with our user-friendly image acquisition software and DR technology."
Mr. Milt Getz, Director of Radiology for Midwest Orthopaedic Center in Peoria, IL states, "Our technologists are impressed with the new features provided by the Magellan 3.4 software. Its increased functionality has shown a positive impact on the workflow in our three IDC DR rooms. The Orthopaedic Physicians are pleased with the consistent density and high quality images achieved using the new Magellan software." Mr. Getz continued, "We are committed to providing our patients with the highest level of care. With the IDC DR technology, we are confident we are meeting that commitment."
Magellan 3.4 is included with all new IDC DR Systems and available for existing customer upgrades.
About IDC:
IDC (Imaging Dynamics Company) is a medical technology company and innovative force in the fast-growing field of digital radiography (DR) technology. IDC's X-Series line of direct capture technology replaces conventional film-based image capture and provides a cost-effective alternative to cassette based computed radiography (CR) systems.
Each IDC DR solution provides high resolution radiographic images in the digital format required for today's electronic medical record networks, all without the use of film, environmentally damaging chemicals, cassettes or expensive imaging plates. In addition to receiving the 2007 Frost & Sullivan Technology Innovation Award and the 2008 PROFIT 100 ranking as one of Canada's fastest-growing companies and celebration of entrepreneurial achievement. IDC was also recognized by the 2008 Deloitte Technology Fast 500, which ranks the fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications and life sciences companies in North America.
IDC is based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Visit the IDC Web site: www.imagingdynamics.com.
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