News
2005/03/03
Objectives
- install EMI Shielding
- meet aggressive schedule
- solve difficult installation challenges
Background
- third floor installation, older building
- above neurosurgery suite
- high shielding requirements
- 3 General Electric MR systems to be installed (2X1.5 Testa, 1X3.0 Testa system)
- General Contractor: EllisDon
- Architects: Dunlop Murphy Hilgers
- Owner: University Health Network
Installation highlights
- Site evaluation determines need for 110 000 lbs of silicon steel
- Existing slab needed extensive reinforcement
- SDI installs self-supporting structure that accepts both RF and magnetic shielding in one modular paneling system
- No need for additional bracing
- Thanks to its agreement with the Sheet Metal Workers Union, SDI Canada brought in a team with 15 years experience in RFI and EMI shielding
- Installation completed on time
SDI benefits to participants
- Excellent working relationship with all participants
- Magnet supplier assured of high performance shielding
- Architects benefit from extensive consultation
- General Contractor supported by expert installation team
- Hospital gets project on time, on budget
Case Study: Toronto Western Hospital
Canada`s first interventional MRI/Angio suiteObjectives
- install EMI Shielding
- meet aggressive schedule
- solve difficult installation challenges
Background
- third floor installation, older building
- above neurosurgery suite
- high shielding requirements
- 3 General Electric MR systems to be installed (2X1.5 Testa, 1X3.0 Testa system)
- General Contractor: EllisDon
- Architects: Dunlop Murphy Hilgers
- Owner: University Health Network
Installation highlights
- Site evaluation determines need for 110 000 lbs of silicon steel
- Existing slab needed extensive reinforcement
- SDI installs self-supporting structure that accepts both RF and magnetic shielding in one modular paneling system
- No need for additional bracing
- Thanks to its agreement with the Sheet Metal Workers Union, SDI Canada brought in a team with 15 years experience in RFI and EMI shielding
- Installation completed on time
SDI benefits to participants
- Excellent working relationship with all participants
- Magnet supplier assured of high performance shielding
- Architects benefit from extensive consultation
- General Contractor supported by expert installation team
- Hospital gets project on time, on budget
