Supplemental Cooling - Coaching

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Consultation and Assistance - Module #10

Working with the Architect, MRI Manufacturer, Construction Company and HVAC subcontractor to plan for and respond to several types of MRI Imaging Center supplemental cooling issues

City Water MRI back up cooling system.

In this Coaching and As Needed Consultation and Assistance Module that you can select for this Imaging Center Project area, we will discuss;

  • How far along are you with this project at present.
  • Will you be using an Architect and a Structural Engineering firm?
  • How this Consultation and Assistance Module might apply to your project.
  • How the BTU load in the MRI equipment room can/will necessitate the placement of the supplemental CRAC cooling unit.
  • Discussion on how the primary cooling distribution cannot keep up with the large equipment crowded MRI equipment room BTU load.
  • What MRI unit do you intend to install?
  • What are the dimensions of your MRI Equipment Room?
  • Are there any other heat sources in the MRI Equipment Room, such as windows with sun?
  • Provide a solid overview of this design and build issue, along with answering any questions that you might have.
  • Follow up to discussions, if any that you might have had with your Architect or Builder regarding both of these supplemental cooling issues and the design and build process. Have you heard of these issues prior to this Consultation and Assistance Module?
  • Preparing for the loss of power to your MRI Imaging Center, and how you might deal with this as it relates to the need for continuous cooling to the MRI Magnet when the power has been terminated and is not available? Were you aware of the possibility of dealing with an MRI Helium loss in the event of power disruption? We have a great review of effective responses and best solutions and practices for temporary cooling of your MRI Magnet in the event of power interruptions that can shut down your MRI magnet.
  • Answer any questions that you might have regarding supplemental cooling in the event of loss of power to the MRI.
  • What do you know about the staffing and response times of the maintenance team for the MRI Magnet Supplier that you are considering. What is their normal dispatch time and response to MRI service calls in your area? This is very important to know and attempt to verify before you select an MRI Magnet as well.
  • Can provide a quote for additional discussions and assistance to the client in the event the Consultation and Assistance module has not allowed for an adequate amount of time to discuss these issues.
  • How does MRI Magnet supplier/vendor remote monitoring assist you in the event of power disruptions. What to request, understand, and staff for.