Since the end of the 19th Century, we have used radiation for many beneficial purposes, therefore radiation protection products have always been a necessity.

Today, many sources of radiation, such as x-ray machines, linear accelerators and radionuclides are used in clinical and research applications. Such beneficial uses may sometimes create potentially hazardous situations for staff who work within the hospital and as a result radiation protective products must be supplied. X-rays are a type of radiation commonly found in hospitals all over the UK. These radiations are mainly produced by machines when high voltage electrons interact with matter. X-rays are a type of energy similar to light and can pass easily through fairly thick materials. This means that X-ray machines and the rooms they are used need to have shielding included. In X-ray facilities, lead lined materials may be used in the walls surrounding the room with the X-ray source. Operators can then view the target through a X-ray protective window and access the room via X-ray protective doors. Raybloc, specialists in radiation protection products, supply a variety of products that may be required including X-ray screens and Mobile X-ray Screens to divide areas, which may be affected.

For more information on the radiation protection products you require please visit www.raybloc. co.uk