In modern radiology departments, imaging systems must deliver fast acquisitions, high image quality, and operational flexibility. Agfa offers a thoughtful range of digital radiography options including the DR400i, DR Mobile, and DR 100s, each targeted toward different care settings. Understanding the strengths of each system helps facilities choose the right solution to optimize workflows and patient care.
DR400i – Solid Performance for Dedicated Imaging Rooms
The DR400i is Agfa’s floor-mounted, fixed-room radiography system built for high productivity. It is designed to integrate seamlessly into imaging suites without the need for ceiling rails or overhead equipment. The system is equipped with features for efficient patient positioning including motorized tube head tracking, floating tabletops, and adjustable wall stands.
With DR400i, institutions can choose one or more high-quality flat panel detectors and leverage Agfa’s MUSICA image processing to produce clear, consistent images. Because the system automates many exposure and alignment decisions, it reduces the need for repeat scans and boosts throughput.
In facilities where imaging volume, standard radiography, and consistency are priorities, the DR400i is a reliable and relatively simple upgrade path to full direct digital radiography.
DR Mobile – Imaging at the Patient Bedside
Not all imaging can take place in a radiology room. In intensive care units, emergency wards, and surgical suites, DR Mobile solutions bring radiography to the patient. These mobile X-ray units allow bedside imaging for patients who cannot be moved safely.
The mobile detectors are wireless, reducing the complexity of cabling and handling. Image previews made at the bedside and instant transmission to PACS systems reduce delays in diagnosis. DR Mobile systems prioritize ergonomics, compactness, and ease of maneuverability through corridors and clinical spaces. For hospitals seeking to extend imaging coverage outside the standard radiology department, a DR Mobile platform is indispensable.
DR 100s – Full-Feature Mobile Imaging in One System
The DR 100s is Agfa’s flagship mobile radiography solution. It offers the imaging power of a fixed radiology room with the mobility required for critical care settings. The system is narrow, motorized, and built for operation in confined hospital environments.
A telescopic column and ZeroForce tube head movement enable technologists to position the system precisely with minimal effort. The DR 100s supports a wide range of exams, including chest, skeletal, abdominal, paediatric, and even long-leg or spine with stitching.
SmartXR tools guide operators on positioning and exposure protocols while MUSICA ensures image optimization in real time. Connectivity support enables seamless data flow to hospital imaging systems. The DR 100s balances agility, automation, and imaging performance in one package.
Matching Systems to Clinical Needs
When choosing among DR400i, DR Mobile, and DR 100s, radiology leadership should assess:
- Primary use environment: Fixed imaging room vs mobile settings
- Patient movement constraints: ICUs, wards, emergency vs outpatient
- Exam types required: Basic radiography vs advanced cases like full spine
- Throughput and volume: High-volume rooms benefit from DR400i; flexible coverage needs favor mobile options
- Integration and expansion plans: Ability to grow and share detectors across systems
All three systems feature high-performance flat panel detectors, automated image processing, dose management, and integration with clinical image systems. They are designed to reduce repeats, simplify workflows, and maintain diagnostic confidence across settings.
Conclusion
Agfa’s imaging lineup DR400i, DR Mobile, and DR 100s offers radiology departments the ability to tailor their digital radiography deployment. From stable high-volume rooms to agile bedside imaging and premium mobile capability, each system fills a unique role in clinical care. By aligning system capabilities with departmental needs, imaging teams can achieve efficient throughput, reduced patient movement, and consistent image quality under ever-evolving operational demands.
