Healthcare solutions provider GE HealthCare has launched Freelium, a next-generation sealed magnet platform for magnetic resonance (MR) imaging.
The Freelium platform is designed to support equitable and sustainable access to MR.
According to GE HealthCare, Freelium uses less than 1% of the helium required by traditional magnet technology, supporting both diagnostic accuracy and sustainability goals.
The platform builds on GE HealthCare’s lightweight, intelligent platform magnet technology, first introduced in 2020. With over 2,000 installations worldwide, Freelium is available in 1.5T and 3.0T magnetic field strengths.
Freelium is designed to reduce liquid helium consumption while maintaining power efficiency and operational security.
It operates without the need for additional cooling or power infrastructure. The platform features intelligent sensor technology, which remotely monitors the MR system.
This sensor technology enables automated magnet protection and recovery, eliminating the need for on-site field engineer intervention, according to the healthcare solutions provider. This capability is particularly valuable during power outages or disruptions caused by natural disasters.
Freelium is designed to support both diagnostic accuracy and confidence by meeting GE HealthCare’s performance standards.
Additionally, the platform is optimised for compatibility with GE HealthCare’s artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled solutions.
Furthermore, the sealed magnet platform is also designed for integration with future technological advancements and upgrade pathways, providing long-term flexibility and reliability for imaging departments.
Freelium magnets are engineered for easy transport and installation, even in regions with limited helium availability. They also minimise helium loss during transport, improving access to MR imaging for patients.
GE HealthCare global MR president and CEO Kelly Londy said: “Today’s unveiling of Freelium reinforces our commitment to provide equitable and sustainable access to MR to any patient and user, while maintaining imaging performance and ensuring seamless operational security for our customers.
“We’re excited about Freelium’s compatibility with AI-enabled solutions and ability to unlock the full potential of deep learning applications for enhanced diagnostic insights in the future.”
With the Freelium platform, GE HealthCare aims to advance its sustainability goals by incorporating environmentally conscious design throughout the system’s manufacturing and entire life cycle.
Recently, GE HealthCare and Enlitic announced a partnership to advance medical imaging data migration and cloud solutions.
