Overhead Tube Crane (OTC)

The Overhead Tube Crane (OTC) from Konica Minolta is a digital radiography system designed for flexible positioning and efficient imaging workflows.

Overhead Tube Crane (OTC)Technical Specifications

System Type Digital radiography (DR) X-ray system
Detector Type AeroDR flat panel detectors with CsI scintillator
Detector Sizes 14×17; 17×17
Imaging Technology Ceiling-mounted tube crane; auto alignment; AEC exposure control
Image Processing ULTRA software with advanced processing algorithms
Power / Charging AC-powered system with generator integration
Connectivity DICOM-compatible DR system; PACS/RIS integration
Workflow Interface Single-screen ULTRA interface; tube-mounted controls
Software Platform ULTRA DR imaging software
Mounting / Configuration Ceiling-mounted overhead tube system with wall stand and table
Clinical Applications General radiography, orthopedic imaging, multi-position patient exams
Imaging Capability High-resolution DR imaging with optimized alignment
Warranty 5-year manufacturer warranty

Flexible Overhead Imaging Performance

The Overhead Tube Crane (OTC) delivers flexible positioning, streamlined workflows, and consistent DR imaging.

Flexible Room Coverage

The ceiling-mounted tube crane moves throughout the exam room, allowing imaging of patients in standing, seated, or table positions without repositioning.

Streamlined Workflow Control

The ULTRA software interface consolidates imaging controls into a single screen, reducing system navigation and supporting faster, more efficient exams.

Supports Diverse Patient Needs

The system accommodates patients in wheelchairs, on gurneys, or on the table, making it suitable for hospitals and imaging centers with varied patient conditions.

Imaging System Support

Your imaging equipment should perform reliably from day one through years of clinical use. Imperial provides ongoing support programs designed specifically for installed systems—helping protect image quality, reduce service disruptions, and extend equipment value.

Installation & System Readiness

Imperial prepares each system for real-world clinical use through coordinated delivery, installation oversight, system testing, and workflow validation to ensure confident 
day-one operation.

Performance Maintenance

Scheduled service and calibration help maintain imaging accuracy, system stability, and consistent performance across daily patient volumes and evolving clinical demands.

Technical Service Support

When service needs arise, Imperial’s imaging specialists provide dependable technical support focused on restoring performance and minimizing workflow interruption.

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