Beam Modulation Workstation
Compu•cutter® Block Cutter/ Compu•former® Compensator

Designed for treatment planning, our new Beam Modulation Workstation links our Compu•cutter® and Compu•former® systems for quick, precise block cutting and compensator milling accurate to ± 1 mm. User-friendly, Windows based software eliminates redundant data acquisition to streamline programming functions saving the time and expense of hand digitizing.

Radiotherapy teams worldwide depend on Huestis Medical ISO9001, EN46001 and CE certified block cutters and compensator systems. Our dedication to quality is a commitment to radiotherapy accuracy.

Features

Treatment Planning Interfaces

• Files can be easily transferred from treatment planning systems.
• Treatment planning file conversion is built-in to ensure seamless integration.
• Imported block outlines may be cut immediately or stored for later use.
• Beam compensation inhomogeneity corrections can be accomplished through treatment planning interface.
• Eliminates redundant data input.

Precision Block Cutting Accuracy

• Compu•cutter®, four-axis CNC cutter ensures accuracy of ± 1 mm.
• Built-in checks minimize operator error and time consuming re-cuts.
• Allows review of outline on monitor.
• Radiograph printout verifies tracing.
• Template printout facilitates mounting shielding block on tray.

Quick, Hot Wire Block Cutting

• Fast .45”/sec. (1 cm/sec.) cut speed.
• Cutter is safely enclosed in cutting bay.
• Adjustable temperature for variations in foam densities.
• Safety interlock for open door position.
• Custom defaults: S.F.D., S.A.D., S.T.D.
• Distance changes can be factored in after digitizing.
• Determines smallest block required.

Precision Compensator Accuracy

• Compu•former®, three-axis CNC milling system offers ± 1 mm accuracy.
• Cuts offset registration holes in foam block to ensure proper orientation of the compensator on tray.
• Produces repeatable, accurate, and fast cuts for unmatched effectiveness.

Uniform Radiation Dosage

• Beam compensation milling machine creates a compensating filter mold.
• Provides radiation beam attenuation to “compensate” for inhomgeneity.
• Helps deliver uniform radiation dosage over the entire treatment field.

Compensator Milling Versatility

• Milling can be done remotely, at any time freeing valuable treatment space.
• Uses pre-cut, 10” x 10” x 2” foam blocks (25.4 x 25.4 x 5.1 cm).
• Produces compensators up to approximately 22 cm (8.7”) square.
• Changes for reduction ratio and treatment geometry are programmed into the procedure.
• Built-in vacuum removes foam chips.
• User definable compensating material.
• A stainless steel powder, gypsum and water mixture is recommended.
• This easy to use mixture is readily available from Huestis Medical.

System Highlights

Extremely Accurate Block Cutting

Fully articulating and gimbaled cutting mechanism is accurate ± 1 mm at the block tray level for precise, divergent cuts.

Versatile Beam Compensator Milling

Computerized, three-axis milling machine ensures cutting accuracy. Milling can be done quickly, remotely and at any time.