Category: Medical Radiation Shielding

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Radiation Shielding Industries: Advancing Our Economy

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This radiation shielding industries blog is part of a much larger radiation shielding pillar blog.Radiation is an integral part of many industries, from medical diagnostics to space exploration, offering tremendous benefits but also posing potential risks. That’s why having a comprehensive understanding of radiation shielding industries is so vital.Radiation shielding plays a crucial role in […]

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Medical Radiation Shielding

How NDT Works

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*This blog is part of a much larger pillar post.Non-destructive testing (NDT) is one of the most popular ways to ensure a consistent level of quality control during the manufacturing process due to its ability to go beyond the surface of the product, and detect imperfections we wouldn’t normally find.Its primary purpose is to act […]

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The Impact of Radiation Shielding Penetrations on Shielding Effectiveness

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If you’ve read any of our previous blogs, you know that radiation shielding is an essential safety measure in both the industrial and medical industry. We’ve talked about this at length before, but for new readers, it’s crucial to note that radiation shielding works by using dense shielding materials to block ionizing radiation and reduce the […]

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Radiation Shielded Room Design: Protecting Your Health and Safety

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*This blog is part of a much larger pillar post.Radiation shielding is a crucial component in facilities that use radioactive materials, particle accelerators, or any other sources of ionizing radiation. A radiation shielded room design must take into account the type of radiation used, the potential exposure to individuals, and the intended use of the facility. In […]

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Radiation Shielding Calculations – The Basics

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*This blog is part of a much larger pillar post.Our team of physicists understand the importance of accurately calculating radiation shielding in various industries such as medical, nuclear, and space. In this blog post, we’ll provide an overview of what radiation shielding calculations are, what factors affect them and the methods we use to calculate […]

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Custom Radiation Shielding Fabrication for Advanced Surgical Center

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*This blog is part of a much larger pillar post.Medina Vein and Vascular is a leading minimally invasive endovascular surgery centers across Northeast Ohio that specializes in providing advanced treatment options for patients with vein and vascular disorders. In order to deliver the best possible care to their patients, their Medina Ohio center was in need […]

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3 Factors Considered By A Radiation Shielding Expert

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*This blog is part of a much larger pillar post.Like we’ve mentioned before in our previous blog posts, protecting you and your colleagues from radiation exposure is of utmost importance. Radiation shielding is important in a variety of industries, including (but not limited to) industrial, medical, academic, and defense. In this blog, we’ll discuss the most important […]

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3 Reasons to Work With a Radiation Shielding Expert

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You need to work with a radiation shielding expert. If your business is having radiation shielding constructed for the first time, it can be intimidating. That’s why we see a lot of our clients work with architects and general contractors. Although it may seem like the best option, working with an architect or general contractor may […]

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Radiation Shielding Helps Healthcare Company Expand

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Siemens Healthineers AG is a German medical device company. It is the parent company for several medical technology companies and is headquartered in Erlangen, Germany with a rich history.In order to increase testing capacity for their CT and Pet CT machines, Siemens enlisted Matter Fabs to build an industry leading radiation cabin. Keep reading to find […]

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Radiation Oncology Education for Practicing Medical Physicists

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Physicists fulfill a very important role in medical, industrial, and many other fields. Radiation oncology physicists contribute to the effectiveness of radiological imaging procedures by assuring radiation safety and improved imaging techniques. Therapeutic medical physicists contribute to the development of therapeutic techniques, collaborate with radiation oncologists to design treatment plans, and monitor equipment and procedures […]

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