Mars Metal Company/MarShield, Burlington, ON
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The Role of High-Density Concrete Blocks in Medical Radiation Facilities
Nov 1, 2024.MarShield’s system of dry-stacked shielding modules offers a significant advantage for construction teams, simplifying the installation process and reducing the time needed to complete radiation therapy rooms. These blocks interlock with unique sine-wave shapes, eliminating straight-line seams, which increases their effectiveness in blocking neutron, photon, and particle radiation at the joints. ... read more
MARS METAL: Offering Reliable Logistics for Lead Products & Custom Shielding
Oct 24, 2024.Mars Metal delivers high-quality lead products and shielding solutions across North America and globally. With extensive logistics expertise, we offer a range of shipping options, including LTL and intermodal, ensuring your products arrive securely. Our custom-built crates protect delicate items like lead glass and acrylic, and we provide real-time tracking for peace of mind. Whether you’re ... read more
Secure Logistics for Radiation Shielding Products
Oct 3, 2024.MarShield provides specialized logistics services for radiation shielding products, ensuring safe and timely delivery across North America and worldwide. With over FORTY years of expertise; we offer custom crating for lead glass and acrylic products and flexible shipping options, including LTL and intermodal transport. Our advanced tracking systems keep you updated on your shipment’s progress, ... read more
Steel Test Wights: Custom Designed & Stackable to Meet All Your Lifting Requirements
Jul 22, 2024.In any facility, the ability to test all lifting devices efficiently and accurately is crucial. Stackable steel test weights offer a versatile solution by allowing various weight combinations to be used for different testing requirements. Mars Metal Excels in Designing Any Configuration of Stackable Steel Test Weights to Meet Your Specific Needs Various individual weights can ... read more
MARSHIELD: Custom Shielded Box for a Leading Canadian Nuclear Research Institute
Jul 17, 2024.MarShield was tasked by a leading Canadian nuclear research institute to design and manufacture a custom shielded box that met very specific requirements for radiation shielding. This project was critical due to the sensitive nature of the client’s work, demanding high precision and adherence to stringent specifications. Precision Shielding Requirements for Nuclear Research The institute ... read more
Precision Cutting of Borated Polyethylene by MarShield
Jul 1, 2024.MarShield specializes in delivering precision CNC cutting and waterjet cutting for borated polyethylene, a material essential for neutron shielding applications. Due to its high cost and specialized nature, customers often refrain from attempting to cut it on their own. However; MarShield addresses this challenge by offering value-added cutting services tailored to meet specific customer requirements. Borated ... read more
Choosing the Right Radiation Shielding: Factors Considered by a Shielding Materials Expert
Jun 26, 2024.The Importance of Radiation Protection Across Industries Radiation Protection is an important field across a wide range of industries, from healthcare and medical imaging to nuclear energy, nuclear medicine, and non-destructive testing. ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) is a principle that strives to minimize the exposure of ionizing radiation to people and the environment while considering ... read more
Radiation Protection for Dental Applications from MarShield
Jun 20, 2024.In the realm of dental health, patient safety and regulatory compliance are paramount, particularly when it comes to the use of X-ray technology. X-ray imaging is a cornerstone of modern dental diagnostics, providing invaluable insights into oral health and aiding in the detection and treatment of dental issues. However, the use of radiation, despite its benefits, necessitates stringent safety ... read more
Choosing the Right Radiation Shielding: Factors Considered by a Shielding Materials Expert
Jun 14, 2024.The Importance of Radiation Protection Across Industries Radiation Protection is an important field across a wide range of industries, from healthcare and medical imaging to nuclear energy, nuclear medicine, and non-destructive testing. ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) is a principle that strives to minimize the exposure of ionizing radiation to people and the environment while considering ... read more
Mars Metal Offers Crane Hoist Testing Services
Nov 27, 2023.Lead crane / hoist test weights are used in the periodic re-certification of lifting equipment. The Mars Metal Company Specialty Casting Division will work with you to design test weights that exactly meet your requirements. Individual weights can be designed to achieve the desired total weight requirements by stacking or nesting weight combinations. This will allow you to test all lifting devices ... read more
MARSHIELD: Creating a Safe Nuclear Medicine Lab for Protection from High-Energy Radionuclides
Oct 2, 2023.In the rapidly evolving world of nuclear medicine; ensuring the safety of healthcare professionals is paramount. Those who work with radiopharmaceuticals require the highest quality shielding protection to minimize exposure to harmful radiation. MarShield’s nuclear medicine shielding solutions are designed to protect healthcare workers and technicians from high energy radionuclides during the ... read more
MarShield’s Process for Creating Custom NDT Shielding Rooms That Ensure Safety in Industrial X-Ray Operations
Sep 8, 2023.In industries like aerospace, automotive, architecture, power, and oil and gas, the use of industrial X-ray systems is crucial. However, the X-rays emitted by these systems can be harmful to both sensitive components and the equipment operator. MarShield’s custom modular Industrial X-ray or NDT radiation shielding rooms are an essential solution for protecting sensitive components and equipment ... read more
MarShield and Understanding the Importance and Applications of Lead-Lined Drywall
Aug 11, 2023.MarShield is a leading provider of radiation shielding solutions, MarShiueld is committed to delivering products that meet the highest standards of safety and quality. One of the radiation shielding products we provide is lead-lined drywall. Keep reading to explore what it is, why it is used, and the unique features that make it an essential component in radiation protection. What is Lead Drywall? Lead ... read more
Nuclear Radiation Shielding Products For Nuclear Energy
Jun 14, 2023.In the field of nuclear technology, the proper handling, containment, and storage of radioactive materials are of utmost importance. MarShield, a leading provider of nuclear radiation shielding solutions, offers a comprehensive range of services, including nuclear lead pours and nuclear storage solutions in Canada and the United States. With state-of-the-art facilities and an experienced ... read more
Lead Lined Cabinets From MarShield
Apr 18, 2023.MarShield manufactures a wide range of Standard or Custom Designed Lead Lined Cabinets for use in a variety of purposes, including nuclear medicine and nuclear storage. Our experienced team can assist you with every step in the process of quoting and ordering a custom or standard lead lined cabinet. We have extensive resources on the various options and features offered, quotation ... read more
MarsMetal Custom Lead Castings & Quality Assurance
Jan 30, 2023.Mars Metal Company’s Specialty Casting Division has the capability to produce high precision castings to nuclear quality specifications, ensuring the maximum density possible from a lead casting. Whether you need a one-off casting or a production run; we can accommodate any quantity from less than one pound to continuous pours of over 150,000 pounds. Mars Metal Custom Lead Castings We ... read more
OPG Announces New Mini Reactor In Darlington, Ontario
Jan 18, 2023.Ontario Power Generation has recently announced the launch of a new mini reactor in Darlington, Ontario. This innovative new reactor is Canada’s first small modular reactor that will be funded in part by The Canada Infrastructure Bank. This project will be essential for reaching Canada’s greenhouse gas reduction goal and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. The new mini reactor ... read more
Gamma Ray Attenuation Properties of Common Shielding Materials
Nov 9, 2022.MarsMetal Company is a North American manufacturer and global leader in lead casting, lead fabrication, and radiation shielding products for the construction, medical, & nuclear industries. Shielding for Radiation comes in many available products and design characteristics; some being more effective than others. Radiation Shielding and Protection is a very serious subject. What follows is just ... read more
MarShield Helps Protect Against Radiation with Custom Lead Lined Doors & Frames
Oct 28, 2022.MarShield offers a premium line of customizable, lead lined, metal and wood veneer doors and hollow metal frames. These lead lined doors and frames are a crucial nuclear medicine solution for protecting employees and patients from dangerous radiation emissions from therapy rooms, Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Cardiac Care Unit (CCU), and x-ray rooms. Our lead lined doors are designed and constructed ... read more
Choose MarShield for Radiation Shielding Solutions in Nuclear Medicine
Oct 4, 2022.According to Grand View Research, the global nuclear medicine market size was an estimated 8.1 billion USD in 2021 and is expected to increase 13% from 2022-2030. Nuclear medicine is expanding quickly due to advancements in products and government initiatives that improve nuclear medicine access. There is also an increase in cancer patients that will contribute to market growth. Radiopharmaceuticals ... read more
The MarShield Specifiers & Architects Resource Hub
Sep 19, 2022.Marshield is one of the best choices for your custom radiation shielding solutions. Our company provides radiation shielding design and consultation services to assist you in developing a custom solution that fits your needs. We also have a Specifiers & Architects Resource Hub with information for specifiers, architects, and engineers on products, specs, CAD drawings, and many other resources! Whether ... read more
Lead Lined Cabinet Design and Considerations When Ordering From MarShield
Sep 1, 2022.MarShield is North America’s premier lead caster, manufacturer, and global supplier of gamma and neutron radiation shielding products and materials to a variety of industries. We offer design, consultation, and turn-key solutions for radiation shielding challenges. MarShield manufactures the highest quality Standard or Custom Designed Lead Lined Cabinets suitable for Nuclear Medicine or Radiochemistry ... read more
The Benefits of Our Mobile Rolling Barriers
Jul 14, 2022.MarShield is a leading designer and manufacturer of standard and custom radiation shielding mobile barriers in North America. Our high-quality mobile barriers are made with durable, shatter-resistant lead glass or lead acrylic viewing panels for an “open concept” environment and transparency while simultaneously reducing harmful radiation. Our mobile rolling barriers come in multiple ... read more
MarShield Answers Common Sheet Lead Questions
Jun 14, 2022.What is the difference between a lead roll and lead sheet? Lead sheets are rolled from 1/32” to 1/8” to save on freight costs by being able to put more lead on a smaller skid. The 1/8” material is quite heavy, so they are put onto 4” coils to make unrolling them easier. The lead in ¼” x 4 x 5 ft is shipped flat due to its weight and thickness. What ... read more
New Readable PDF Downloadable Line Card for MarShield
May 23, 2022.The complete list of MarShield products is now available in an easily readable and downloadable PDF format. DOWNLOAD: MarShield Line Card AtMarShield; we are the best choice for radiation protection products, and with over 40 years of experience, our in-house technical staff offers full support to our clients. To learn more about MarShield products, call us directly on our continental ... read more
Mars Metal: Providing Advanced, Innovative Production Technology & Extensive Process Capacity
May 19, 2022.The experienced Mars Metal team is dedicated to advancing production technology and developing new methods and materials for pattern construction, custom molding design, and production methods. The company offers innovative solutions for all your specific requirements, and if we don’t already have a solution that meets your needs, you can request a quote, and we can provide you with ... read more
Case Study: Radiation Shielding Storage Unit for X-Ray Equipment
Apr 1, 2022.MarShield was recently approached by a global leader in consumer, healthcare, and business products, requiring a radiation shielding storage unit for their offices in Canada. The client needed to pre-stage and test some of the “demo” mobile x-ray equipment at their warehouse. This equipment required a radiation storage solution that would house an x-ray tube of a mobile unit at the top ... read more
Mobile Hi-Impact Shielding Barrier for Industrial Applications
Mar 2, 2022.MarShield, an industry leader in product innovation, was contacted by a prominent energy company in Southeast USA to develop a barrier that would be extremely durable, with high visual clarity, and also extreme impact qualities. The energy company provides electricity to 7.8 million customers in six states in the USA. Its commercial business owns and operates diverse power generation ... read more
Choosing the Right Radiation Shielding: Factors Considered by a Shielding Materials Expert
Jan 20, 2022.Radiation Protection is an important field across a wide range of industries from healthcare and medical imaging to nuclear energy, nuclear medicine and non-destructive testing. ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) is a principle that strives to minimize the exposure of ionizing radiation to people and the environment while considering economics, technology and social factors. Considering all the ... read more
