Orex focuses on mobile x-ray distribution

Orex Computed Radiography has signed distribution agreements with three companies that specialize in imaging services for the mobile x-ray market.

Blue Ridge X-Ray of Asheville, N.C., Radiographic Equipment Group of Denver, Colo. and Radical Radiology of Birmingham, Ala. will offer the Orex CR product line with laptop devices that feature rugged operation and wireless image transmission directly from the mobile x-ray van, according to Orex.

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