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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

MRI units provide advanced diagnostic imaging by using powerful magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of organs, tissues, and structures within the body.

These suites require specialist construction and careful coordination of equipment to safely house MRI scanners and protect both patients and staff.

ModuleCo delivers MRI units as permanent standalone modular buildings or as components within larger diagnostic imaging centres.

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MRI Units

Each MRI building is tailored to meet the clinical and operational needs of NHS trusts or private providers, with a strong focus on safety, patient comfort, and efficient workflows. Typically, MRI units include a scanning room, control room, and a technical or plant room to accommodate the scanner’s specific technical requirements.

This technology enables highly detailed imaging, supporting early diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing monitoring of medical conditions.

Clinical Use

MRI is used to diagnose a wide range of conditions, particularly those affecting soft tissues, joints, the brain, spinal cord, and internal organs. It plays a vital role in assessing neurological disorders, musculoskeletal injuries, cancers, and vascular diseases. MRI is also increasingly employed in functional imaging, cardiac assessments, and guiding targeted interventions within complex clinical pathways.

Unlike X-ray or CT scans, MRI does not use ionising radiation, making it ideal for repeated imaging and suitable for patient groups considered at higher risk, such as children and pregnant women.

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MRI Unit Design and Build

ModuleCo designs and builds MRI facilities in accordance with Health Building Note 06-01, incorporating essential safety, shielding, and workflow considerations.

Our MRI buildings strictly control magnetic field exposure zones following the four-zone model to ensure the safety of both patients and staff. Our design team works closely with clients and equipment manufacturers to develop layouts that meet operational requirements and comply with specialist standards for controlled access, patient screening, and emergency procedures.

Our floors are engineered to support the substantial weight and vibration sensitivity of MRI scanners, with optional RF shielding, acoustic treatment, and protection against magnetic interference integrated during manufacturing.

The facility layout is carefully planned to enhance patient flow, providing a smooth journey from arrival through preparation, scanning, and recovery. Patient comfort is a key focus, with calming interiors, quiet rooms, and thoughtfully designed lighting to create a relaxing environment. This is particularly beneficial for those who may experience anxiety during scans.

To further improve operational efficiency, our MRI suites can include staff rest areas, administrative spaces, and supporting accommodation to ensure a well-organised clinical setting.

We have partnered with all major scanner manufacturers and can deliver MRI facilities as single-module permanent solutions or as part of multi-modality imaging centres.

Go Modular, Not Mobile

Mobile MRI units often do not meet the same standards as those designed and built for permanent use, resulting in a compromised clinical environment and a less comfortable experience for patients during what can be a challenging procedure.

Our smaller modular MRI units provide a superior alternative. Available for temporary hire, they deliver high quality and full compliance with Health Building Notes (HBN), ensuring no compromise on clinical standards.

Modular MRI Unit Projects

Furness General Hospital
MRI CDC

ModuleCo delivered a new MRI Imaging Centre to Furness General Hospital on behalf of the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.

The 324 m² standalone facility includes an MRI scanner room with RF cage, control room, equipment room, MRI preparation area, MRI sub-waiting area, changing facilities, interview room, reception and waiting area, administration office, consultation and examination rooms, and welfare accommodation for staff.

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Princess Royal Hospital MRI Unit

ModuleCo designed and delivered a comprehensive MRI facility for the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath, part of Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust.

We optimised space by incorporating all required accommodation into a single 56 m² module, which included an MRI scanner room, a control room for three staff members, and an equipment room.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What makes a modular MRI unit different from a traditionally built MRI?

    ModuleCo’s modular MRI units are built off-site and delivered as permanent, standalone buildings or integrated into larger imaging facilities. They are designed in accordance with HBN 06-01, incorporating RF shielding, magnetic interference protection, and the four-zone safety model. This ensures a fast-track delivery in half the time of traditional construction without compromising on safety, performance, or patient comfort.

    What is included in a modular MRI facility?

    Each MRI suite typically includes an MRI scanner room, control room, equipment room, prep/sub-waiting areas, changing facilities, and administrative spaces. Designs are tailored to clinical needs, with optional features like acoustic treatment, staff welfare areas, and calming interior elements to enhance the patient experience.

    Is MRI safe, and what are its clinical applications?

    MRI does not use ionising radiation, making it a safe imaging option, particularly for children, expecting mothers, and patients requiring repeat scans. It is widely used to diagnose neurological disorders, soft tissue injuries, spinal and joint conditions, and cancers, and also plays a role in functional imaging and cardiac assessments.

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