Comparing ultrasound machines made by Chinese manufacturers

by Sarah on July 25, 2009

SIUI CTS 450 ultrasound machine

SIUI CTS 450 ultrasound machine

Just as China has started to become a world power in many areas of manufacturing, the country is gaining notice for its production of medical equipment, and in particular ultrasound machines. It wasn’t long ago that a comparison of ultrasound machines meant choosing between models made by well-known companies like GE, HP, Philips, Toshiba and Siemens, but in recent years many models made by Chinese companies like Mindray and SIUI have become available. If you think that Chinese-made ultrasound machines are lacking in quality or performance, then you might be in for a surprise when you compare the refurbished models that are available. Even though you might not know much about Mindray or SIUI, both companies have been around for decades and have made a name for themselves as producers of quality ultrasound machines at affordable prices.

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Comparing the GE Vivid i vs. the GE LOGIQ e ultrasound

by Sarah on July 22, 2009

GE Vivid i ultrasound machine

GE Vivid i ultrasound machine

Incredible progress has been made with portable ultrasound machines over the last two decades and now these compact machines are often as powerful as full size console systems, plus they have come down tremendously in price to the point where there’s a model for just about any budget. Just as GE Healthcare is a worldwide leader in full size console ultrasound machines, the company is acclaimed for their line of portable ultrasound machines. So when it comes to comparing which refurbished portable ultrasound to buy, you will have no problem finding a GE model to meet your needs. Let’s do an ultrasound machine comparison between the GE Vivid i and GE LOGIQ e.

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Advice for comparing ultrasound machines

July 20, 2009

No matter what ultrasound machines you are comparing, you know that it’s going to be a significant financial investment. In fact, buying a refurbished ultrasound machine might be the single biggest equipment purchase for your business, so it’s not something to take lightly and it’s only prudent to do a thorough ultrasound machine comparison. Let’s [...]

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Comparison of different ultrasound manufacturers

July 16, 2009

When you are comparing ultrasound machines and trying to find the best one to purchase, one of the first things you need to determine is what brand or manufacturer you prefer. There are plenty of quality ultrasound machine manufacturers out there, and many buyers have no real preference, but for some that brand name makes [...]

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Comparing different ways to buy pre-owned ultrasound machines

July 10, 2009

If you are comparing refurbished ultrasound machines then you already know the importance of price, and that there are many different options for buying ultrasound machines. So let’s compare some of the different ways to buy a used ultrasound system. One option is to buy it directly from the current owner, through either an online [...]

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Making a checklist to compare ultrasound systems

July 4, 2009

It goes without saying that the purchase of a pre-owned or refurbished ultrasound system is a significant financial investment, so it makes good fiscal sense to take your time and conduct a thorough comparison of different ultrasound machines. It can sometimes help to create a simple list of five important factors to compare. First, you [...]

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Comparing similar ultrasound machines from different model years

July 1, 2009

Making a comparison of ultrasound machines can be a long process, but it’s something that needs to be done before making a major purchase such as a pre-owned ultrasound system. There are many factors to consider when you compare ultrasound machines, and sometimes it helps to create an ultrasound comparison checklist. But once you find [...]

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Comparing 2D ultrasound systems – Acuson Cypress vs. HP Sonos 1000

June 25, 2009

The biggest factor for most when comparing ultrasound systems of course is the price. If price were not a factor, then everyone would get the newest and most powerful ultrasound system on the market, but most buyers simply can’t afford the high price tag. That’s what makes used and refurbished ultrasound systems so attractive, and [...]

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Comparing pre-owned vs. new ultrasound machines

June 21, 2009

Just like when it comes to buying a car, there are two basic options when it comes to purchasing an ultrasound system – new or used. Let’s compare the benefits of each. Of course a brand new system is going to give you the latest technology and most advanced features, but just like with buying [...]

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Comparing portable vs. console ultrasound machines

June 19, 2009

When it comes to comparing ultrasound machines, there is a long list of factors to consider, starting of course with price. Then you need to consider what applications you need, the importance of specific features and the resale value of a used ultrasound machine if you anticipate selling the equipment and upgrading in the future. [...]

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