Bruker BioSpin MRI announced the new USR (UltraShield Refrigerated) magnets for MRI instruments at Drug Discovery Technology 2004
The USR magnet combines Bruker BioSpin's proprietary UltraShield technology with advanced refrigeration techniques.
UltraShield technology significantly reduces the stray magnetic field, lowering site preparation and installation costs.
Advanced refrigeration technology provides zero helium boil-off and eliminates the need for liquid nitrogen and the downtime required for frequent cryogen refills with non-refrigerated magnets.
The technology also allows a smaller magnet design.
The USR magnet is significantly smaller in physical size compared to a conventional, actively shielded magnet, with no compromise in performance.
The USR magnets enable continuous operation for up to a full year between service events, increasing productivity and reducing operating costs.
Available in various field strengths, the USR magnet is compatible with Bruker BioSpin MRI research instruments.
"With this new USR magnet, we offer a breakthrough in ease of handling and siting of this class of magnets without compromising performance," explains Bernd Gewiese, managing director of Bruker BioSpin MRI .
"We expect to expand the research applications of MRI technology through our ongoing efforts to reduce operating costs and improve ease of handling and siting."
