The ENVISION Advantage CMOS Digital X-ray Any technical data and specifications presented herein are subject to change. For more info please call : 907-563-1141

The ENVISION AdvantageThe ENVISION Advantage

CMOS Digital X-rayCMOS Digital X-ray

Any technical data and specifications presented herein are subject to change.

For more info please call : 907-563-1141

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Presentation prepared by Tom DillinerPresentation prepared by Tom Dilliner

This presentation and all information contained within is This presentation and all information contained within is copyright protectedcopyright protected

An Introduction to Envision’s CMOS Technology and ProductsAn Introduction to Envision’s CMOS Technology and Products

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The following slides form an overview of the Envision CMOS Digital X-ray Imaging The following slides form an overview of the Envision CMOS Digital X-ray Imaging products and their related technology. This overview is intended to serve as an products and their related technology. This overview is intended to serve as an introduction to the methodologies behind the Envision CMOS technology and a introduction to the methodologies behind the Envision CMOS technology and a

platform to share the various products offered by Envision. platform to share the various products offered by Envision.

Please check back often or call us as product information sometimes changes or Please check back often or call us as product information sometimes changes or new products are introduced.new products are introduced.

Use the buttons at the bottom of each slide to advance, go back or return to either Use the buttons at the bottom of each slide to advance, go back or return to either the the Main MenuMain Menu or the or the Products MenuProducts Menu (when you are in the products section). (when you are in the products section).

Please let us know if you have any suggestions or have questions about the Please let us know if you have any suggestions or have questions about the information presented.information presented.

Sincerely, John PursleySincerely, John Pursley

President, Envision Product Design LLCPresident, Envision Product Design LLC

e-mail: [email protected]

Phone: 907-563-1141

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A.A. Who is Envision Product Design?Who is Envision Product Design?Envision’s HistoryEnvision’s HistoryEnvision TodayEnvision Today

B.B. An Introduction to Envision’s CMOS Line An Introduction to Envision’s CMOS Line Array Technology Listing Key AttributesArray Technology Listing Key Attributes

C.C. The Three Main Modalities of CMOS Line The Three Main Modalities of CMOS Line Array UtilizationArray Utilization

First:First: EnvisionScanEnvisionScanSecond:Second: EnSyncEnSync

Third:Third: EnMotionEnMotion

D.D. Products MenuProducts Menu Envision’s Line up of Digital Imaging ProductsEnvision’s Line up of Digital Imaging Products

E.E. CR (Computed Radiography) vs. DR CR (Computed Radiography) vs. DR

(Digital Radiography)(Digital Radiography)

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Founded in 1993 by John and Sandi Pursley, Envision Product Design has created industry-leading innovations in gamma and X-ray imaging systems along with intelligent robotic crawlers and manipulators. In the oil industry in Alaska, hundreds of miles of pipeline have been inspected using our robotic imaging systems, operating year-around in one of the most difficult environments on earth. The use of Envision’s corrosion inspection equipment has resulted in savings of millions of dollars to the petroleum industry, and significant protection for Alaska’s arctic environment.

In January 2000, Envision announced the first in a series of x-ray imaging products based on CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) sensors.

Envision's History...

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Envision Today...

Today, Envision's product line ranges from a breakthrough hand-held X-ray video system, to a sophisticated high-energy large format system for rocket inspection.

Envision's CMOS X-ray equipment is used to search for bombs; inspect wings and fuel tanks on space shuttles, missiles and other defense ordinance, commercial aircraft parts, medical products, electronic components, composite structures, agricultural product, automotive castings, tires, railroad tankers, pipelines, turbine blades, and numerous other applications where manufactures and researchers are taking advantage of the cost savings of implementing CMOS imaging technologies. Since it’s inception, Envision has continuously progressed as a leader in the development of digital X-ray systems and has been credited for exceptional commitment and rapid response to it’s customers' needs.

Envision's mission statement: We will strive to design and produce high performance and long lasting products that exceed the customer's expectations.

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In this section we will look at the primary attributes of the Envision CMOS line array technology as an industrial digital

x-ray imaging detector.

We will also look at the benefits and design features of the Envision CMOS detector and learn why Envision may be the

best solution for your digital x-ray imaging needs.

An Introduction to Envision’s CMOS An Introduction to Envision’s CMOS Line Array TechnologyLine Array Technology

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Key Attributes of Envision’s Key Attributes of Envision’s CMOS Line Array Technology

1.1. High Spatial ResolutionHigh Spatial Resolution2.2. Broad Range of Format SizesBroad Range of Format Sizes3. NO BAD PIXELS or Pixel Lines or Pixel Lines4.4. DurabilityDurability5.5. Temperature RangeTemperature Range6.6. Large Fill FactorLarge Fill Factor7.7. High SensitivityHigh Sensitivity8.8. Off-Axis DetectionOff-Axis Detection9.9. Useful Life - Rated Useful Life - Rated 20,00020,000 Hours Hours

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Key Attributes of Envision’s Key Attributes of Envision’s CMOS Line Array TechnologyCMOS Line Array Technology

10.10. High Energy Use (High MeV)High Energy Use (High MeV)

11.11. High Signal-to-Noise RatioHigh Signal-to-Noise Ratio

12.12. Minimum or Minimum or NO Parallax

13.13. No Image BloomingNo Image Blooming

14.14. No Latent ImagesNo Latent Images

15.15. Lower CostLower Cost

16.16. (3) (3) THREE-YEAR Warranty

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Key Attributes of Envision’s Key Attributes of Envision’s CMOS Line Array TechnologyCMOS Line Array Technology

Let’s take a closer look at each Let’s take a closer look at each attribute listed ...attribute listed ...

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Key Attributes of Envision’s CMOS Key Attributes of Envision’s CMOS Line Array TechnologyLine Array Technology

1.1. High Spatial High Spatial Resolution

Spatial Resolution is the size of the smallest Spatial Resolution is the size of the smallest detail that can be detail that can be seen with an imaging system and is primarily defined by the seen with an imaging system and is primarily defined by the size of the pixels in the detector. size of the pixels in the detector. The Envision CMOS line The Envision CMOS line array detector has a pixel size of array detector has a pixel size of only 80 micronsonly 80 microns (0.0031"). (0.0031"). For example: this isFor example: this is approximately 30% better spatial approximately 30% better spatial resolution than amorphous siliconresolution than amorphous silicon, which has a pixel size of , which has a pixel size of 127 microns. 127 microns.

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Key Advantages of Envision’s CMOS Key Advantages of Envision’s CMOS Line Array TechnologyLine Array Technology

Envision CMOS detector arrays offer a wide range of format sizes. Envision CMOS detector arrays offer a wide range of format sizes. Standard EnvisionScan panel sizes include 3”x6”, 6”x8”, 12”x14”, 18”x18”, Standard EnvisionScan panel sizes include 3”x6”, 6”x8”, 12”x14”, 18”x18”, and 24”x24”. Custom sizes are also available.and 24”x24”. Custom sizes are also available.

2. Format Size

Standard Sizes

Custom Sizes

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The Envision CMOS array detector is delivered with NO dead or bad The Envision CMOS array detector is delivered with NO dead or bad pixels, pixels, not onenot one. Envision has the best warranty in the industry . Envision has the best warranty in the industry protecting the customer against this. protecting the customer against this. This is important to note because This is important to note because some detectors, for example Amorphous silicon detectors, are some detectors, for example Amorphous silicon detectors, are manufactured in a way that, because of their design, yields a certain manufactured in a way that, because of their design, yields a certain percentage of bad or "dead" pixels throughout the full area of the detector. percentage of bad or "dead" pixels throughout the full area of the detector. These detectors are usually sold in different "grades" as to the yield of These detectors are usually sold in different "grades" as to the yield of actual "good" pixels. So, "out of the box", the amorphous silicon panel is actual "good" pixels. So, "out of the box", the amorphous silicon panel is riddled with already "dead" pixels and will continue to degrade over its use riddled with already "dead" pixels and will continue to degrade over its use and succumb to an increase in dead pixels and dead pixel lines. Dead and succumb to an increase in dead pixels and dead pixel lines. Dead pixel “lines” are a result of the way the amorphous silicon pixels are "wired pixel “lines” are a result of the way the amorphous silicon pixels are "wired together" or amplified causing an entire pixel row to go "dead". together" or amplified causing an entire pixel row to go "dead".

3. NO Bad Pixels or Pixel Lines

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The Envision CMOS detector utilizes an extremely robust metal oxide The Envision CMOS detector utilizes an extremely robust metal oxide design. design. The CMOS detectors are "hardened" designed to withstand The CMOS detectors are "hardened" designed to withstand the everyday rigors of handling and to tolerate shock. The design of the everyday rigors of handling and to tolerate shock. The design of the CMOS detector’s active pixel sensor allows all the electronic the CMOS detector’s active pixel sensor allows all the electronic control and amplifier circuitry to be located directly at each pixel control and amplifier circuitry to be located directly at each pixel instead of being delicately wired to circuitry at the edge of the detector instead of being delicately wired to circuitry at the edge of the detector array (as with amorphous silicon detectors). Also, amorphous silicon array (as with amorphous silicon detectors). Also, amorphous silicon detectors have the substrate deposited directly on glass making them detectors have the substrate deposited directly on glass making them relatively fragile as compared to the Envision CMOS array.relatively fragile as compared to the Envision CMOS array.

4. Durability

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All digital detectors are subject to increases in electronic noise All digital detectors are subject to increases in electronic noise when the ambient temperature increases, but CMOS has far less of when the ambient temperature increases, but CMOS has far less of this characteristic as compared to amorphous silicon. Amorphous this characteristic as compared to amorphous silicon. Amorphous silicon panels may require recalibration with as little as 10 degree F silicon panels may require recalibration with as little as 10 degree F temperature change. temperature change. CMOS detectors require little or no re-CMOS detectors require little or no re-calibration across a broad operating range of 32calibration across a broad operating range of 32ºº to 110 to 110º º F.F.

5. Temperature Range

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The "fill factor" of a detector is the The "fill factor" of a detector is the percentage of the surface area that is percentage of the surface area that is actually active, that is, capable of actually active, that is, capable of detecting photons. For example, detecting photons. For example, where Envision's where Envision's CMOS detector CMOS detector arrays have a fill factor arrays have a fill factor in excess in excess of 90%of 90%, , the amorphous silicon the amorphous silicon detectors have a fill factor of only detectors have a fill factor of only about 63%. about 63%. The higher the fill The higher the fill factor, the more sensitive the factor, the more sensitive the detector is.detector is.

6. Fill Factor

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As shown in the previous slide, the fill factor determines the sensitivity As shown in the previous slide, the fill factor determines the sensitivity of the detector. of the detector. The Envision CMOS array is able to capture an image The Envision CMOS array is able to capture an image in as little as 1 milli-second. in as little as 1 milli-second. Pixel for pixel, this is a fraction of the Pixel for pixel, this is a fraction of the time required by the amorphous silicon elements.time required by the amorphous silicon elements.

7. Sensitivity

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This describes the design of the Envision CMOS detector, which This describes the design of the Envision CMOS detector, which means the means the CMOS pixel sensors are protected from the direct x-CMOS pixel sensors are protected from the direct x-ray radiation.ray radiation. This is a main reason that the This is a main reason that the Envision CMOS Envision CMOS detectors are suitable for the higher energiesdetectors are suitable for the higher energies (including the (including the upper MeV range) while maintaining sensitivity even at a low 20kV. upper MeV range) while maintaining sensitivity even at a low 20kV. This design feature also significantly increases the useful life of the This design feature also significantly increases the useful life of the detector over virtually all other detectors on the market. The detector over virtually all other detectors on the market. The Envision CMOS line array detector is also shielded from radiation Envision CMOS line array detector is also shielded from radiation by a sufficient thickness of lead and tungsten. A built-in slot by a sufficient thickness of lead and tungsten. A built-in slot collimator directs the radiation to the ends of micro fiber optic collimator directs the radiation to the ends of micro fiber optic couplers, which are coated with a scintillating material. The fiber couplers, which are coated with a scintillating material. The fiber optic couplers then direct the light photons (created by the optic couplers then direct the light photons (created by the scintillator) to the detector pixels that are "off-axis" (perpendicular) scintillator) to the detector pixels that are "off-axis" (perpendicular) to the radiation beam. to the radiation beam. This feature is a very important attribute This feature is a very important attribute of the Envision CMOS array. of the Envision CMOS array.

8. Off-Axis Detection

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Scintillator at Base of Slot converts x-ray photons to light

CMOS Active Pixel Sensor array (“Off-Axis” to Slot) Coupled to Scintillator via fiber optics

Radiation Shielding Tungsten Housing

CMOS Line Array Off-Axis Design

Collimated Slot

This simple illustration is intended to reveal only the general design principle of the off-axis feature..

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X-ray Source

Collimated Fan or Cone X-ray Beam(depending on application or configuration of detector system)

When using a collimated fan beam, minimum radiation shielding is required

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Radiation passes down through Radiation passes down through the collimated slot in the the collimated slot in the

detector housing and strikes the detector housing and strikes the scintillation material; the pixel scintillation material; the pixel elements are shielded against elements are shielded against

radiation.radiation.


9. 9. Useful LifeUseful Life

The useful life of the Envision CMOS array is rated at over 20,000 The useful life of the Envision CMOS array is rated at over 20,000 hours! hours!

This is mainly due to the Off-Axis design as previously discussedThis is mainly due to the Off-Axis design as previously discussed. All digital imaging detectors have a useful life (or RAD life) where during the course of being exposed to radiation eventually reach a point where they are unusable.

SO ... For example: If the CMOS detector is exposed continuously to radiation for 8 hours per day for 5 days per week, one would expect to get a minimum of 10 years useful life from the detector. Nothing else comes close!

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The inherent architecture of the CMOS Line Array detector with the The inherent architecture of the CMOS Line Array detector with the "off-axis""off-axis" design chiefly contributes to the detectors long life and design chiefly contributes to the detectors long life and performance characteristics even in the high performance characteristics even in the high MeVMeV range. There range. There simply is no other digital x-ray imaging technology on the market simply is no other digital x-ray imaging technology on the market today that can offer the performance that the Envision CMOS Linear today that can offer the performance that the Envision CMOS Linear detector technology offers. detector technology offers.

““Highest Energy”, “Largest Format”, “Longest Life”, “Highest Highest Energy”, “Largest Format”, “Longest Life”, “Highest Resolution” ... are all hallmark features of the Envision High Resolution” ... are all hallmark features of the Envision High Energy Detectors.Energy Detectors.

10. High Energy

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Because the CMOS line array detector incorporates a collimated slot Because the CMOS line array detector incorporates a collimated slot

and tungsten construction, any scatter radiation to the detector and tungsten construction, any scatter radiation to the detector elements is minimized or eliminated. Any scatter radiation, at higher elements is minimized or eliminated. Any scatter radiation, at higher energies, can be further reduced by highly collimating the x-ray beam energies, can be further reduced by highly collimating the x-ray beam (as opposed to a cone beam used in conventional radiography and (as opposed to a cone beam used in conventional radiography and with amorphous silicon area detectors) with amorphous silicon area detectors) This attribute contributes This attribute contributes significantly to maximizing image quality, especially when your significantly to maximizing image quality, especially when your inspection technique requires those higher energies.inspection technique requires those higher energies.

11. High-Signal-to-Noise

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Cone beam techniques introduce parallax in all directions, where as Cone beam techniques introduce parallax in all directions, where as

with the CMOS line array, it is only introduced along the length of the with the CMOS line array, it is only introduced along the length of the

detector. The detector. The EnMotion™, EnSync™EnMotion™, EnSync™ and and EnvisionScan NP ™ products from Envision utilize this imaging methodology and will be products from Envision utilize this imaging methodology and will be explained in detail later on. explained in detail later on.


12. Less Radiographic Parallax

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No ParallaxNo Parallax

Part size: 4” diameter x 28” long

NO PARALLAX

EnMotion™, EnSync ™ or EnvisionScan NP ™ Digital X-Ray Imaging ... EXAMPLE:

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Note: All radiographic images have been compressed for Note: All radiographic images have been compressed for download speed and therefore image quality may be reduced.download speed and therefore image quality may be reduced.


A common occurrence with most other detectors, including amorphous silicon A common occurrence with most other detectors, including amorphous silicon detectors, is image blooming. detectors, is image blooming.

This occurs when individual pixels in the detector are over-driven (or saturated) This occurs when individual pixels in the detector are over-driven (or saturated) by direct radiation (to the pixels). This happens in Amorphous Silicon detectors by direct radiation (to the pixels). This happens in Amorphous Silicon detectors because the pixels deliver their signals to the electronic amplifiers in a "bucket because the pixels deliver their signals to the electronic amplifiers in a "bucket brigade" along each row and column. When one or more pixels are over-driven, brigade" along each row and column. When one or more pixels are over-driven, the signal from all other pixels in that row and column can be affected causing the signal from all other pixels in that row and column can be affected causing "blooming" or streaks in the observed image. This is also called "edge burn-out" "blooming" or streaks in the observed image. This is also called "edge burn-out" where blooming occurs at the edge of the part where radiation saturates the where blooming occurs at the edge of the part where radiation saturates the pixel elements of the amorphous silicon detector and prevents the edges from pixel elements of the amorphous silicon detector and prevents the edges from being seen. being seen.

CMOS detectors eliminate this problem because each pixel is amplified CMOS detectors eliminate this problem because each pixel is amplified independently (at each pixel) and thereby pixel signals do not affect adjoining independently (at each pixel) and thereby pixel signals do not affect adjoining pixel signals.pixel signals. Again, Again, NO edge "burn-out".NO edge "burn-out". This is another major attribute of This is another major attribute of the CMOS array.the CMOS array.

13. No Image Blooming

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A historic issue with amorphous silicon panels is the problem with latent A historic issue with amorphous silicon panels is the problem with latent images. This is where, to the operator, you may see image data "left-images. This is where, to the operator, you may see image data "left-over" from a previous exposure showing up in your new image. This over" from a previous exposure showing up in your new image. This usually requires time-consuming re-calibration measures to correct for usually requires time-consuming re-calibration measures to correct for

this problem. this problem. The Envision CMOS detectorThe Envision CMOS detector NEVERNEVER experiences experiences this problem.this problem.

14. No Latent Images

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The initial investment of the Envision CMOS detector is usually The initial investment of the Envision CMOS detector is usually lessless than virtually all competing digital technologies. Its robust design than virtually all competing digital technologies. Its robust design ensures years of trouble free service and in the unlikely event of failure ensures years of trouble free service and in the unlikely event of failure or damage, the CMOS array can be repaired relatively quickly and or damage, the CMOS array can be repaired relatively quickly and easily at a truly nominal cost, making "cost of ownership" significantly easily at a truly nominal cost, making "cost of ownership" significantly lower than any other digital imaging technology. lower than any other digital imaging technology.

Also, a lease purchase may be the easiest way to move into “digital x-Also, a lease purchase may be the easiest way to move into “digital x-ray” by simply switching your current operating costs of your film based ray” by simply switching your current operating costs of your film based operation over to the digital equipment lease. Once the lease operation over to the digital equipment lease. Once the lease agreement is fulfilled, it’s money $$$ to the bottom-line! We can show agreement is fulfilled, it’s money $$$ to the bottom-line! We can show you how!you how!

15. Cost

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Envision now offers an unprecedentedEnvision now offers an unprecedented (3) (3) THREE - YEAR WarrantyTHREE - YEAR Warranty on its on its

Envision CMOS Line Array detector products. This extension of the Envision CMOS Line Array detector products. This extension of the warranty period was prompted because of the remarkable success and warranty period was prompted because of the remarkable success and performance from the numerous installations over the previous six years. performance from the numerous installations over the previous six years. This is unmatched by any other digital detector manufacturer in the This is unmatched by any other digital detector manufacturer in the industry!industry!

16. Warranty

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The Three Main Modalities of The Three Main Modalities of CMOS Line Array UtilizationCMOS Line Array Utilization

Using a fixed x-ray source, producing a cone beam, the line Using a fixed x-ray source, producing a cone beam, the line array is put into motion similar to a flat bed scanner.array is put into motion similar to a flat bed scanner.

This modality is used in the EnvisionScanThis modality is used in the EnvisionScan™ Panel system.™ Panel system.

EnvisionScan™ Digital Imaging Panel

See next slide for animated illustration

First:First:

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Illustration showing the basic operation of the

EnvisionScan™ Panel detector

EnvisionScanEnvisionScan™ Panel Panel

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Animation may take a Animation may take a moment to startmoment to start


Using a motion system, the detector array is moved Using a motion system, the detector array is moved in-synchronous with the x-ray source along the in-synchronous with the x-ray source along the length of the part. length of the part.

This methodology is incorporated in Envision’s This methodology is incorporated in Envision’s EnSyncEnSync™ system.™ system.

Second:Second:

See next slide for animated illustrationSee next slide for animated illustration

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EnSyncEnSync™ Methodology™ Methodology

Click to start scanning

X-ray tube and detector move “in-synchronized” motion while test part remains stationary

No Parallax in the scan direction!

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The detector array and x-ray source are fixed while The detector array and x-ray source are fixed while the test sample is conveyed through the x-ray beam. the test sample is conveyed through the x-ray beam.

This methodology is used in the EnMotionThis methodology is used in the EnMotion™ ™ Systems ... And now in the EnvisionScan-NP.Systems ... And now in the EnvisionScan-NP.

Third.Third.

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EnMotionEnMotion™ Methodology™ Methodology

Click to start scanning

X-Ray tube and detector remain stationary while test part is conveyed thru collimated x-ray beam.

No Parallax in the scan direction!

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Envision Movement SystemsEnvision Movement Systems Integrated Motion Control Integrated Motion ControlEnvisionScanEnvisionScan™™ Detector Panels Detector PanelsEnvisionScan-NPEnvisionScan-NP™™ Integrated Conveyorized Panel Integrated Conveyorized PanelEnMotionEnMotion™™ Complete Turn-key Inspection Systems Complete Turn-key Inspection SystemsEnSyncEnSync™™ Radiographic Inspection Systems Radiographic Inspection SystemsEnXtremeEnXtreme™™ - High Energy CMOS - High Energy CMOS Envision 4x4Envision 4x4™™ Portable Ultra-High Resolution System Portable Ultra-High Resolution SystemEnvisionScan GW-2EnvisionScan GW-2™™ Weld Scanning System Weld Scanning SystemScanTrack PL ScanTrack PL – Pipeline Gamma-ray Scanner– Pipeline Gamma-ray ScannerSegmentedArraySegmentedArray™ - Line Array Detector™ - Line Array DetectorTire Inspection SystemTire Inspection SystemOpenVision LTOpenVision LT™™ Portable Hand-Held X-Ray System Portable Hand-Held X-Ray SystemSecurity Inspection SystemsSecurity Inspection SystemsEnStereoEnStereo™™ – 3-D Stereo-Scopic Scanning System – 3-D Stereo-Scopic Scanning SystemEnSpectEnSpect™™ and iX-Pect and iX-Pect™™ Image Acquisition and Processing SoftwareImage Acquisition and Processing Software

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Products MenuProducts MenuEnvision’s Lineup of X-ray Imaging ProductsEnvision’s Lineup of X-ray Imaging Products

Envision Movement SystemsEnvision Movement Systems

In over thirteen years, Envision has developed and refined a broad range of In over thirteen years, Envision has developed and refined a broad range of application-specific movement systems from simple conveyors to five-axis application-specific movement systems from simple conveyors to five-axis manipulators and autonomous robotic vehicles for mobilizing digital X-ray manipulators and autonomous robotic vehicles for mobilizing digital X-ray systems. CMOS imaging technology can also be readily adapted to any systems. CMOS imaging technology can also be readily adapted to any existing movement system where Envision provides the motor controllers, existing movement system where Envision provides the motor controllers, feedback encoders, and software adaptation. Any number of axes of motion feedback encoders, and software adaptation. Any number of axes of motion can be controlled with load requirements of a few ounces to thousands of can be controlled with load requirements of a few ounces to thousands of pounds. pounds.

Envision designs and builds its own intelligent motion controllers, or if there is Envision designs and builds its own intelligent motion controllers, or if there is already a commercial motion control system is place, an interface can readily already a commercial motion control system is place, an interface can readily be provided in software. Precise and robust closed-loop control with pulse-be provided in software. Precise and robust closed-loop control with pulse-width-modulation is easily adapted to motion stages of all sizes. width-modulation is easily adapted to motion stages of all sizes.

Because the imaging software has been developed with motion control already Because the imaging software has been developed with motion control already fully integrated, the cost to add control to existing motion systems or to provide fully integrated, the cost to add control to existing motion systems or to provide control of a new set of motion stages is minimal.control of a new set of motion stages is minimal.

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EnvisionScanEnvisionScan™™ CMOS Panels CMOS Panels

Sizable Panels with standard sizes of 3”x6”, 6”x8”, 12”x14”, Sizable Panels with standard sizes of 3”x6”, 6”x8”, 12”x14”, 18”x18”, and 24”x24”. Custom sizes are available.18”x18”, and 24”x24”. Custom sizes are available.80 Micron High Resolution80 Micron High ResolutionComprehensive and intuitive iX-pect image acquisition and full Comprehensive and intuitive iX-pect image acquisition and full feature image processing software.feature image processing software.Packaged with fully equipped computer workstation and high-Packaged with fully equipped computer workstation and high-resolution flat panel monitor.resolution flat panel monitor.Energies from 40kV up to 15meVEnergies from 40kV up to 15meVRobust DesignRobust DesignVersatility: whether in the production lab or in the field.Versatility: whether in the production lab or in the field.3 Year Warranty3 Year Warranty

Envision CMOS

Line Array Technology Inside

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EnvisionScanEnvisionScan™™ CMOS Panels CMOS Panels

ESP-24 Fully Battery Operated

Can be placed in virtually any existing cabinet or vault or ... Let Envision design a complete system for you!

In the lab or in the field ...

... EnvisionScan stands up to the rigors of any environment!

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Panel integrated with conveyor movement system and Envision’s CMOS Line Panel integrated with conveyor movement system and Envision’s CMOS Line Array Technology.Array Technology.

Available in a range of sizes from 3” to 24” wide.

Conveyor can be any length up to 10 feet.

X-ray beam can be collimated (fan) for minimized radiation shielding.

Truly innovative design!Truly innovative design!

Take advantage of NO parallax imaging.Take advantage of NO parallax imaging.

Incremental or continuous imaging Incremental or continuous imaging

Realtime ScrollingRealtime Scrolling

Adaptable to most radiographic cabinets or let Envision build you a turnkey Adaptable to most radiographic cabinets or let Envision build you a turnkey system.system.

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EnvisionScan NPEnvisionScan NP™™

3”, 6”, 12”, 18” or 24” Wide3”, 6”, 12”, 18” or 24” Wide

Conveyorized Panel Detector SystemConveyorized Panel Detector System

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Envision EnMotion™Envision EnMotion™Digital X-Ray Imaging

EnMotion™● Real-Time Scrolling● Automatic Image Acquisition ● Automated Data Management ● Parts 2” or 200” Long: NO Parallax!● Automatic Defect Recognition (ADR) Available● Available with 160, 225, 320 or 450kV x-ray sources including a wide range of microfocus x-ray sources● Conforms to Lean Manufacturing Methodologies ● Custom Built to Any Size for Your Application● Can be adapted with Envision’s EnStereo™ Stereoscopic 3-D imaging package ● Fast Return on InvestmentEnvision

CMOS Line Array

Technology Inside

Automated Conveyorized Digital X-Ray Inspection

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EnMotion™ Digital X-Ray Imaging Lean Manufacturing Methodology

High-resolution

Custom Designed Specifically for Your Needs!

High-production

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Envision EnSyncEnvision EnSync™ System™ SystemThis system utilizes the in-synchronous (EnSyncThis system utilizes the in-synchronous (EnSync™)™) methodology as methodology as explained in an earlier slide. explained in an earlier slide.

Scan parts 2” long to over 200” long in one just one image: Image Size Scan parts 2” long to over 200” long in one just one image: Image Size Format = Length of CMOS Detector x Length of Part (or scan).Format = Length of CMOS Detector x Length of Part (or scan).

No Parallax in the scan direction.No Parallax in the scan direction.

Real-time ScrollingReal-time Scrolling

Fully custom designed. Fully custom designed. If you can imagine it, we can design it!If you can imagine it, we can design it!

For large parts or assemblies where space is limited or part cannot be For large parts or assemblies where space is limited or part cannot be moved.moved.

Great for honeycomb core assemblies.Great for honeycomb core assemblies.

Can be used with fractional focus or microfocus x-ray.Can be used with fractional focus or microfocus x-ray.

Size format is up to you.Size format is up to you.

Automatic Defect Recognition AvailableAutomatic Defect Recognition Available

Fully integrated for control of all motions, Fully integrated for control of all motions, x-ray system parameters, image acquisition x-ray system parameters, image acquisition and image archival.and image archival.

Envision CMOS


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Example of an EnSyncExample of an EnSync™ System™ System

System shown used for the inspection of honeycomb core closeout along periphery edge and splices on fuel tank panels for Boeing’s 777 aircraft.

Taking advantage of NO Parallax imaging along length of scan

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Envision EnXtremeEnvision EnXtreme™™

High Energy CMOSHigh Energy CMOS MeV Energy RangeMeV Energy Range

Energy range: 1 to 15MeV

Tungsten +

Off-axis detector design

Special scintillation design

Lengths from 3 inches to 6 feet

For integration into any line array based Envision Product!

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EnSyncEnSync™ High Energy Application™ High Energy Application

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High Energy Large Assembly Application High Energy Large Assembly Application using EnMotionusing EnMotion™™

15” Diameter x 60” Long Object 3” to 5” carbon steel shot at 6 MeV

Note: Example shows image format size for large objects. All All radiographic images have been compressed for download speed radiographic images have been compressed for download speed and therefore image quality may be reduced.and therefore image quality may be reduced.

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Envision’s small lightweight ultra-high resolution CMOS panel system.

Fully Battery or AC operated.

4”x4” image area

48 Micron Pixel Size

USB for Ultimate Portability using small Laptop Computer

Images can be acquired using any number of x-ray sources including the pulsed XR200 battery operated x-ray tube, microfocus x-ray and conventional x-ray systems up to 160kV.

Optional Wireless Control

Envision’s EnSpect™ software included; a complete image acquisition and image processing software that is loaded with features.

Envision 4x4Envision 4x4™ Portable CMOS Ultra-High ™ Portable CMOS Ultra-High Resolution X-Ray Imaging SystemResolution X-Ray Imaging System

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Envision 4x4Envision 4x4™ Portable CMOS Ultra-high ™ Portable CMOS Ultra-high Resolution X-Ray Imaging SystemResolution X-Ray Imaging System

Mini Laptop computer with EnSpect™ Software

Stows away in compact case

(Shown with XR200 pulsed x-ray source)

Also available Also available in a very small in a very small profile 2x2 for profile 2x2 for specialized & specialized & limited access limited access applicationsapplications

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EnvisionScan™ GW-2EnvisionScan™ GW-2

UUsing the latest CMOS X-ray imaging sing the latest CMOS X-ray imaging technology, the GW-2 can complete a 3-inch technology, the GW-2 can complete a 3-inch wide, high-resolution scan of a 24-inch pipeline wide, high-resolution scan of a 24-inch pipeline in one to two minutes depending on pipe wall in one to two minutes depending on pipe wall thickness.thickness.

The GW-2 is an automated digital X-ray scanner for inspecting pipeline welds during new construction. It has also be used in a variety of other applications including railroad tank car inspection.

Pipeline Girth Weld Scanner

TThehe system is sturdy, compact and system is sturdy, compact and lightweight, easily deployed on the lightweight, easily deployed on the pipeline by one person. Using a pipeline by one person. Using a unique flexible track system, the unique flexible track system, the GW-2 can be mounted to the GW-2 can be mounted to the pipeline, ready to scan, in less than pipeline, ready to scan, in less than 30 seconds.30 seconds.

The GW-2's small rugged computer The GW-2's small rugged computer handles the scanning tasks, while handles the scanning tasks, while the operator's portable workstation the operator's portable workstation captures the inspection allowing captures the inspection allowing instant analysis and digital storage of instant analysis and digital storage of the inspected weld.the inspected weld.

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ScanTrack PL™ ScanTrack PL™ Pipeline Gamma-ray ScannerPipeline Gamma-ray Scanner

The ScanTrack PL™ is an automated digital Gamma-ray scanner for inspecting in-service pipelines for internal and external corrosion under insulation.

Using the latest CMOS X-ray imaging technology, the ScanTrack PL™ can conduct a survey of just the bottom of a pipeline, or provide 100% circumferential coverage.

The system is robust, compact, and automatic. Using a unique auto-steering track system, the ScanTrack PL™ can be mounted to the pipeline by one man and ready for operation in a couple minutes.

A small rugged computer handles the scanning tasks, while the operator's workstation captures the digital Gamma-ray image in real-time, allowing instant analysis and storage of the inspected area images.

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In addition to the modalities already In addition to the modalities already shown, the line array is also adaptable shown, the line array is also adaptable to a variety of possible unique to a variety of possible unique applications including inserting the applications including inserting the array into a cylindrical object and array into a cylindrical object and rotating the object about the fixed rotating the object about the fixed array ... single wall with consistent array ... single wall with consistent density.density.

Line ArrayLine Array The line array can also be shaped The line array can also be shaped while providing a continuous image while providing a continuous image along its entire length. This 5-along its entire length. This 5-segment configuration is used in segment configuration is used in Envision’s Tire Inspection system Envision’s Tire Inspection system as shown in the next slide. A as shown in the next slide. A special panoramic x-ray tube is special panoramic x-ray tube is used in this case.used in this case.

““Envision what you can do!”Envision what you can do!”

SegmentedArray™SegmentedArray™

Adaptable Detector TechnologyAdaptable Detector Technology

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Tire Inspection SystemTire Inspection System

High-production Tire Inspection system used by world High-production Tire Inspection system used by world leading tire manufacturers including Michelin and leading tire manufacturers including Michelin and Dunlop.Dunlop.

Robust and ReliableRobust and Reliable

Uses special panoramic Uses special panoramic

x-ray tube.x-ray tube.

Uses 5 individual line Uses 5 individual line

array segments array segments

shaped as a horseshoe.shaped as a horseshoe.

Call for more information.Call for more information.

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Envision OpenVision LTEnvision OpenVision LT™™Hand-Held Real-Time X-Ray Imaging SystemHand-Held Real-Time X-Ray Imaging System

A light-weight C-arm system for portable x-ray inspection including Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI). Includes a highly sensitive X-ray imager and battery-operated 70Kv X-ray tube designed for portable field operation. This unit’s 4” x 6” imaging area allows the operator to safely inspect large sections of insulated pipe much more quickly than any previously available system.

Images are presented on a High-Resolution, military grade, heads-up display mounted to standard safety glasses. Optional viewing monitors and recording devices available.

This unit is ideal for looking for corrosion in aircraft wing sections and a host of other applications! “Envision what you can do!!”

Features at-a-glance:○ State-of-the-art x-ray imaging○ Light-weight hand-held C-arm ○ NO isotopes to deal with○ NO need to stop work in surrounding area ○ 250 micron resolution○ Full Dynamic Real-time Imaging (30 frames/sec) ○ Includes two lithium-ion batteries and a 1-hour battery charger○ Custom sizes and energies available!

Features at-a-glance:○ State-of-the-art x-ray imaging○ Light-weight hand-held C-arm ○ NO isotopes to deal with○ NO need to stop work in surrounding area ○ 250 micron resolution○ Full Dynamic Real-time Imaging (30 frames/sec) ○ Includes two lithium-ion batteries and a 1-hour battery charger○ Custom sizes and energies available!

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Envision OpenVision LTEnvision OpenVision LT™™Hand-Held Real-Time X-Ray Imaging SystemHand-Held Real-Time X-Ray Imaging System

Entire C-arm weighs only 15 lbs!

Rugged

Simplistic

Effective Easily stows away in a Pelican Field Case

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EnStereoEnStereo™™ - Stereo-Scopic - Stereo-Scopic Scanning SystemScanning System

Presents 3-D Stereo-Scopic ImagesPresents 3-D Stereo-Scopic Images on a special monitor on a special monitor that the operator can view without the use of special glasses or that the operator can view without the use of special glasses or head-gear. head-gear. Utilizes Dual CMOS Line Arrays for Enhanced Perspective Utilizes Dual CMOS Line Arrays for Enhanced Perspective Imagery Imagery Aides the operator in providing a Aides the operator in providing a fastfast relative perspective of relative perspective of internal features within the part being x-rayed. internal features within the part being x-rayed. Two separate images having two different perspectives are Two separate images having two different perspectives are recorded for 2-D viewing and or 3-D viewing. recorded for 2-D viewing and or 3-D viewing. Immediately determine relative depth of defects and the order Immediately determine relative depth of defects and the order of features within the test part (e.g., two linear features crossing of features within the test part (e.g., two linear features crossing each other can be readily distinguished as to which is closest to each other can be readily distinguished as to which is closest to the surface and the relative distance between the two).the surface and the relative distance between the two).Can be used with any EnMotionCan be used with any EnMotion™™ system or EnSync system or EnSync ™™ system system configuration.configuration.Consists of Envision’s EnStereo Consists of Envision’s EnStereo ™™ software and hardware along software and hardware along with the CMOS line array adaptation.with the CMOS line array adaptation.Phenomenal 3-D Perspective Images!Phenomenal 3-D Perspective Images!

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EnvisionScan ESP-24EnvisionScan ESP-24™™ Large Format. Battery OperatedLarge Format. Battery Operated

OpenVision LTOpenVision LT™ ™ Handheld. Full Dynamic Video. Battery Operated. Handheld. Full Dynamic Video. Battery Operated.

OpenVision LTOpenVision LT™ ™ Ultra-Resolution. Ultra-Portable. Ultra-Fast. Battery OperatedUltra-Resolution. Ultra-Portable. Ultra-Fast. Battery Operated

Robotic CrawlersRobotic Crawlers Remote Controlled. Rugged and Dependable.Remote Controlled. Rugged and Dependable.

Mobile ScanMobile ScanCargo Scanning System. Large Format. High-Resolution.Cargo Scanning System. Large Format. High-Resolution.

SecuritySecurity

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Envision’s Dynamic Envision’s Dynamic Imaging SoftwareImaging Software

iX-PectiX-Pect™ Software for all Envision CMOS Line Array detector ™ Software for all Envision CMOS Line Array detector systems.systems.

User friendly and has all the features you want and more.User friendly and has all the features you want and more.

Adaptable to meet your specific requirementsAdaptable to meet your specific requirements

EnSpect™ Software for the Envision 4x4 detector systemEnSpect™ Software for the Envision 4x4 detector systemFeature packed and easy to useFeature packed and easy to use

Everything you want in an imaging software packageEverything you want in an imaging software package

ADR (Automatic Defect Recognition) Software from EnvisionADR (Automatic Defect Recognition) Software from Envision Optional Software for production applicationsOptional Software for production applications

Reduces or eliminates the subjectivity of operatorReduces or eliminates the subjectivity of operator

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Characteristics of Characteristics of Computed Radiography (CR) Computed Radiography (CR) vs.vs.

Envision’s Digital Radiography (DR)Envision’s Digital Radiography (DR)

The ProcedureThe Procedure

PortabilityPortability

ResolutionResolution

Format SizesFormat Sizes

Speed Speed

High-Production UseHigh-Production Use

Cost Cost

Pros of each MethodPros of each Method

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Computed Radiography (CR) Computed Radiography (CR) vs.vs. Envision’s Digital Radiography (DR)Envision’s Digital Radiography (DR)

CR

Like film radiography, CR requires exposing the cassette. Typically a cassette (rigid or vinyl) is loaded with the CR phosphor plate and then used in the same manner as film. The cassette is then transported from the inspection site to the reader/processor location. The CR plate is loaded into a processor unit, much like a film processor, and the plate is scanned with a laser optic method. A digital image is subsequently produced, and the image is evaluated on a PC. The plate is then erased. If a “re-shot” is required, the cassette is returned to the inspection site for another exposure and the process is repeated.

DR

DR is much like going from film based photography to a using digital camera. An image is captured by simply exposing the digital panel. The images are immediately available for review and evaluation on the display monitor. Like the digital camera, if a re-shot is necessary, a new exposure can be taken right away. In the case of the Envision scanning array detector, images can be presented and viewed in realtime as the detector is scanning.

The Procedure

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CR

CR cassettes are very portable. The technology excels when the technician must access difficult locations where a DR cable would be impractical to manage; there is very limited access behind the inspection object; or where it is necessary to conform the imaging plate to a curved surface. The CR reader/eraser is not typically portable; smaller portable CR readers are now available but lack the performance typically associated with the requirements of most NDT operations.

DR

The DR panel can be field portable, depending on the panel size. The DR workstation can also be a laptop PC. The Envision EnvisionScan panels are extremely robust and designed for even adverse conditions in the field. These panels are now available in a completely battery operated (ESP-24) version. The Envision 4x4 portable, ultra-high resolution CMOS panel, is extremely versatile, lightweight, and portable and is operated off a mini laptop computer; fully battery operated.


Portability

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CR

The resolution at which the cassette is read is selectable; with the highest currently available being 100 microns. Higher resolution systems may become available in the future. The trade-off with higher resolution capabilities is that the technique will require more exposure time and read time. At 100 microns, the time required to read/digitize a CR plate is 1 to 5 minutes, depending on model/brand.

DR

The resolution at which the DR panel captures images is selectable, the highest available with DR is the Envision 4x4™ panel at only 48 microns. The large format Envision line array detectors are just 80 microns.


Resolution

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CR

The sizes available for CR plates are typically limited to that of film with the largest at 14” x 17”. Portable CR systems are typically limited to 8” x 10”.

DR

The Envision line array detector system is available in a wide range of sizes. The EnvisionScan panels are available in standard sizes of 3” x 6”, 6” x 8”, 12” x 14”, 18” x 18”, or 24” x 24”. Custom larger sizes are also available. The image scan area is user selectable with any EnvisionScan panel. For example: If you have a 24” x 24” EnvisionScan panel and only want to image an area of 4” wide, then you can select only that area of interest to be scanned.

The Envision line array detectors can be adapted to a variety of system configurations with lengths from 3” up to 72”! For example: With the Envision EnSync™ or EnMotion™ system, a part 54” in diameter and 60 feet long could be radiographed in just one image!


Format Size

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CR

Like film, CR requires the secondary step of processing an image plate in a remote processor unit. Actual exposure time is typically close to that of film. Reading an image varies from one model/brand to another. Turn around time can typically be anywhere from 2 minutes to 10 minutes.

DR

DR can provide images within just a few seconds. With Envision’s CMOS line array images can be presented in realtime as scanning is taking place; with Envision’s 4x4™ detector, 6-7 frames per second can be achieved (LVDS Model).


Speed

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CR

Because CR is much like traditional film, it requires the same multiple steps before an image can be displayed. For high-production use, several CR imaging plates are required. These are typically handled like film and must be managed in the same way. If re-shots are required, it may be several minutes before it is known. CR requires sometimes multiple personnel to carry out the production operation and does not readily lend itself to any type of automation or ADR (Automatic Defect Recognition) capabilities.

DR

DR lends itself to the high-production, “lean manufacturing” environment. It is easily adaptable with any level of automation and can be outfitted with ADR (Automatic Defect Recognition) capabilities. In a variety of inspection applications, ADR offers the opportunity to remove the subjectivity of the interpreter, where the software automatically interprets the image data either fully or at an operator assist level. Also DR offers larger image formats, especially the CMOS line array systems offered by Envision.

Computed Radiography (CR) Computed Radiography (CR) vs. vs. Envision’s Digital Radiography (DR)Envision’s Digital Radiography (DR)

High-Production Use

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Cost

CR

The typical CR system consists of a reader/eraser workstation with PC, display monitor and software. A supply of image plates and cassettes is also required. The CR image plates are sometimes damaged through normal handling and either have to be replaced or the artifacts on the plate managed from one image to another. Image plates are a consumable item and their cost should be considered. One CR reader unit can be used to support more than one x-ray unit but often DR can eliminate the need for a secondary x-ray booth.

DR

When it comes to initial cost, DR is comparably priced to CR system, however for cost-of-ownership, DR excels especially with the performance and survivability of the Envision CMOS line arrays. There are no consumables with DR. With Envision’s unprecedented three-year warranty on its line array detectors, you won’t be concerned with after-the-sale costs.

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CR

CR excels for those applications where access is limited. CR is often considered a direct film replacement, however, as already discussed, requires the same intermediate steps as film. If the imaging plate needs to conform to a curved shape, then CR may be the only option. CR is often the best choice for use with isotope sources.

DR

DR excels for production applications where speed and/or image quality are paramount. It is often said that “If you can go with DR, then you will definitely want DR”. It makes little sense to go with CR, unless you absolutely need to. Often CR and DR can augment each other in the inspection environment where the image data from both systems can be brought into one image management program for image archival.

Pros of Each

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So what’s next?So what’s next?

Call today for more information or to discuss your particular application, Call today for more information or to discuss your particular application, needs or interest. We want to hear from you.needs or interest. We want to hear from you.We can provide you a complimentary evaluation of your sample ... just send We can provide you a complimentary evaluation of your sample ... just send your sample directly to Envision at the address on the next slide. Please your sample directly to Envision at the address on the next slide. Please call us first to schedule your application study.call us first to schedule your application study.You are welcome to come visit Envision’s facilities in Anchorage, Alaska ... You are welcome to come visit Envision’s facilities in Anchorage, Alaska ... You’ll be glad you did!You’ll be glad you did!We may want to schedule a visit to your facility and perhaps arrange an We may want to schedule a visit to your facility and perhaps arrange an onsite demonstration. Again, just give us a call today.onsite demonstration. Again, just give us a call today.

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