MR Safe – an item that poses no known hazards in all MRI environments. Using the terminology, “MR Safe” items are non-conducting, non-metallic, and non-magnetic items such as a plastic Petri dish. An item may be determined to be MR Safe by providing a scientifically based rationale rather than test data.
MR Conditional – an item that has been demonstrated to pose no known hazards in a specified MR environment with specified conditions of use. “Field” conditions that define the MR environment include static magnetic field strength, spatial gradient magnetic field, dB/dt (time rate of change of the magnetic field), radio frequency (RF) fields, and specific absorption rate (SAR). Additional conditions, including specific configurations of the item (e.g., the routing of leads used for a neurostimulation system), may be required.
MR Unsafe – An item that is known to pose hazards in all MRI environments. MR Unsafe items include magnetic items such as a pair of ferromagnetic scissors.
MRI TechGate is an advanced solution designed to streamline workflows and enhance the efficiency of managing MRI equipment and related operations in healthcare facilities. By offering seamless integration with state-of-the-art MRI products, this system ensures precision and reliability in diagnostic imaging processes. Built with cutting-edge technology, MRI TechGate optimizes control, minimizes operational complexity, and delivers consistent performance. Designed for use in both large hospitals and specialized imaging centers, it empowers medical professionals to focus on achieving accurate diagnostic results without disruptions.
To further address the critical need for safety in MRI environments, TechGate Auto provides a robust solution for preventing unauthorized access to MRI rooms. The system deploys a physical barrier via remote control, effectively reducing risks to patients, technologists, and valuable equipment by restricting access to unscreened individuals. Easy to install and tailored specifically for MRI environments, TechGate Auto enhances operational efficiency by allowing technologists to concentrate on patient care and room preparation. Both shipping and installation are included with the product, ensuring healthcare facilities benefit from a secure and efficient MRI setup.
Key Features:
Modular robotic arms to provide a physical protective barrier that fits any door configuration or swing
On-demand, secure remote-control operation
Brilliant LED warning signage
Intuitive, deployment safety sensors
Rapid, breakaway feature for emergency access
Self-installed in minutes; plugs into standard electrical outlet
Customized messaging and color options
Small door side footprint, 8.5" x 21"
Shipping Included
Who Needs TechGate
Many MRI environments are currently at risk for an adverse event. They include:
Facilities with deficient ACR 4-zone layouts, common corridors leading into MRI rooms and CT/MRI room overlaps
Complex-case environments where multi-functional staff is present, such as transportation staff, anesthesiologists and trauma team
Staffing situations where technologists find themselves working alone in the suite
Facilities where unauthorized visitors (such as family members) may directly or inadvertently access the MRI room
Outpatient facilities where MRI technologists have expanded duties
Environments where other types of MRI warning signs have failed
*Photos of the MRI room door or patient screening area where installation is to occur, as well as a facilities contact are both required prior to installation.
1. How does MRI TechGate help prevent unauthorized access to the MRI room?
TechGate creates a physical, automated barrier that stops unscreened people before they reach the magnet room door. With remote-control deployment, LED warnings, and safety sensors, it gives technologists a reliable way to secure the entrance even when they’re busy with a patient or working alone. Facilities use it to solve common safety risks like shared corridors, overlapping imaging suites, and visitors wandering near Zone IV.
2. Is MRI TechGate easy to install in existing MRI suites or tight doorways?
Yes. TechGate is designed for real MRI layouts, including narrow hallways and non-standard door swings. The unit uses a small side-wall footprint and plugs into a standard outlet, so most sites install it in minutes without construction work. Before installation, we review simple door photos and site details to make sure the fit and configuration match your facility’s workflow.
3. What features make TechGate reliable for daily MRI operations and high-risk environments?
TechGate uses modular robotic arms for a consistent physical barrier, bright LED signage for visibility, and a breakaway function for emergencies. Technologists appreciate that it reduces interruptions and keeps the access point controlled, even during complex cases or heavy patient flow. It’s built specifically for MRI environments, so it maintains clear access control without interfering with equipment or scanning operations.