Kopp Development Inc., a developer of next-generation ferromagnetic detectors for MRI Safety, proudly announced today the presentation of a scientific paper at the Symposium on MRI Safety that was conducted at the Society for Medical Innovation and Technology (SMIT) 2006 international conference. Leading experts from all over the world attended this conference, which presented an extraordinary opportunity for the discussion of the latest technological advances and innovative applications for MRI safety.

Mr. Keith Kopp, the company’s president, made a presentation entitled “Impact of Ferromagnetic Detection on MRI Safety”. This presentation used a variety of sources to indicate an increasing threat of ferromagnetic projectiles in the MRI environment.

“Recent information has indicated that ferromagnetic projectiles are a significant, if not the most significant, cause of serious injuries…Ferromagnetic detection systems, when used to supplement an existing screening procedure, have the potential of significantly reducing the risk of a projectile incident.” (From an Abstract)
http://www.smit2006.com/prel_program_xls.html

Kopp Development, Inc. is a Jensen Beach, Florida corporation focused on the development and sales of innovative electronic sensors, controls and systems for the benefit of mankind. The FerrAlert™ System detects ferromagnetic objects before they would be carried into dangerously close proximity of the Magnetic Resonance scanner. FerrAlert™ ameliorates significant clinical problems such as ferromagnetic projectiles, which causes damage to MR equipment, and the injury of personnel and tragic death of patients.

For more information contact: Kopp Development Inc. (772) 225-6932