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Konica Minolta Acquires Sawae, Enhancing Digital X-ray Diagnostic Imaging Systems in BrazilTOKYO, July 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Konica Minolta, Inc. (Konica Minolta) (Tokyo: 4902) today announced that it has acquired Sawae Technologica Ltda., an X-ray system equipment manufacturer based in Minas Gerais, Brazil, through its Brazilian healthcare sales company, Konica Minolta Healthcare do Brazil. Local Brazil market investment and growth Konica Minolta will also enhance its sales of DR (Digital Radiography) and CR (Computed Radiography) as part of their Primary Imaging Solutions offering to grow the healthcare business in Brazil. With focus on Primary Imaging, the first look in imaging diagnostics, Konica Minolta can help clinicians make early decisions and help reduce healthcare costs by providing the necessary information to rule in or rule out disease. Sawae Konica Minolta Healthcare In April 2015, Konica Minolta established its Brazilian subsidiary in Sao Paulo, affirming its commitment to the Brazilian healthcare market. The acquisition of Sawae further solidifies Konica Minolta's presence by enhancing its capability to provide solutions that specifically meet the needs of the Brazilian market; as a result, Konica Minolta will increase its position in diagnostic imaging by strengthening its offerings with the AeroDR and Sawae's combined X-ray systems solutions. Going forward, under the brand proposition "Giving Shape to Ideas," Konica Minolta will accelerate solutions and meet the healthcare sector needs through the creation of new value. Konica Minolta is a world class provider and market leader in medical diagnostic primary imaging. With over 75 years of endless innovation, Konica Minolta is globally recognized as a leader providing cutting-edge technologies and comprehensive support aimed at providing real solutions to meet customer's needs. For more information on Konica Minolta Primary Imaging Solutions, please visit www.konicaminolta.com/medicalusa.
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