Orex gains distributors

Orex Computed Radiography has signed national distribution agreements with SourceOne Healthcare of Cleveland, Ohio, Merry X-Ray of San Diego, Calif. and SmartPACS of Irvington, N.J.

All three equipment and service providers will offer the complete Orex CR product line, according to the Auburndale, Mass.-based vendor.

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