Signa HDe 1.5T MRI
The Signa HDe 1.5T MRI system provides world class, high definition diagnostic imaging capabilities to community hospitals and outpatient imaging centers. By employing efficient gradient and electronics design and innovative water-cooling technology, the Signa HDe 1.5T is among the most energy efficient 1.5T MR systems, using about 41 percent less energy than our previous generation systems, reducing owners' operating expenses.
Environmental Benefit
Compared to our previous generation systems, the GE Signa HDe 1.5T reduces annual electricity use by about 70,000 kWh, equivalent to the estimated annual electricity use of about 15 urban households in China.
Operating Benefit
Compared to our previous generation systems, the GE Signa HDe 1.5T reduces annual electricity use by about 70,000 kWh, equivalent to saving about €6,000 per year at typical electricity rates in Europe under normal operating conditions.
The environmental challenge
Energy efficiency is an important issue for MR systems, since they cannot be shut down during non-operating hours.
GE’s innovative solution
The MR engineering team located in Hino, Japan, identified several opportunities to reduce power consumption. By incorporating a unique overnight “sleep” mode, efficient gradient and electronics design as well as innovative water-cooling technology, the team was able to substantially reduce the system’s energy consumption during both operating and non-operating hours. As such, the Signa HDe 1.5T is among the most energy efficient 1.5T MR systems, using about 41 percent less energy than our previous generation systems.
Environmental impact
By reducing annual electricity use by about 70,000 kWh compared to previous generation systems, the Signa HDe 1.5T can avoid carbon dioxide emissions of about 40 tons, which is equivalent to the annual emissions of more than eight cars on U.S. roads.
Cutting costs
Compared to previous generation systems, the GE Signa HDe 1.5T reduces annual electricity use by about 70,000 kWh, which is equivalent to saving over $7,000 per year at typical electricity rates in the U.S. under normal operating conditions.
