The UV disinfection kits are able to eliminate up to 99.9% of microorganisms – including coronaviruses – found on trays at checkpoints; and are installed at Auckland (six units), Wellington (four units), Christchurch International Airports (six units), and Dunedin Airport (two units). Keep Reading
The UVC light kits are capable of destroying up to 99.9% of microorganisms (including SARS CoV-2) present on baggage trays at the security checkpoint. Keep Reading
The new system incorporates passenger boarding pass scanners prior to screening that enable a range of benefits, one of which is to electronically ‘tag’ each passengers’ belongings to their boarding card to ensure the belongings are tracked. Keep Reading
Smiths Detection has been awarded a contract to supply Lazada Express with two inspection systems to help automatically detect undeclared, unsecured lithium batteries which are capable of igniting when shipped by air. Keep Reading
The algorithm has been designed to provide automatic detection of lithium batteries in all freight and baggage screened for explosives by the HI-SCAN 10080 EDX-2is. Keep Reading
The University of Oregon tests were performed in quarantine and isolation spaces known to have individuals who had tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 (the virus causing COVID-19). Keep Reading
The award includes an initial order for a HCVP Z60 drive-through X-ray inspection system which will be installed at a Laredo, Texas Border Patrol checkpoint by September 2022. Keep Reading
Smiths Detection has been selected by Hellenic Police to supply two HCVMe high-energy mobile X-ray systems for the screening of cargo. Keep Reading
Smiths Detection has been chosen to supply integrated checkpoints throughout London-Heathrow Airport, featuring the HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX computed tomography (CT) X-ray screening system. Keep Reading
Smiths Detection will supply a full suite of passenger baggage screening equipment for Kuwait’s new International Airport Terminal 2, which is currently under construction. Keep Reading
Smiths Detection has successfully completed the delivery and installation of a mobile high-energy inspection system trailer, the HCVM XT, at the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) in Capellen, Luxembourg. Keep Reading
Smiths Detection has been awarded a contract to deliver 26 X-ray inspection systems for the Phoenix Suns Arena. The inspection systems will be used to screen deliveries as well as personal belongings of all those entering the arena. Keep Reading
Smiths Detection’s dual-view air cargo scanner, the HI-SCAN 145180-2is pro, has been added onto the ‘Qualified” section of the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Air Cargo Screening Technology List (ACSTL) under the latest program requirements to ensure security of cargo aboard aircraft. Keep Reading
Smiths Detection reports that its BioFlash® Biological Identifier is capable of detecting SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) in the air following tests conducted by the United States Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID). Keep Reading
The TSA has awarded a contract for over $4 million to Smiths Detection to supply IONSCAN 500 DT explosives trace detectors to airports across the U.S. over the next two years. Keep Reading
Smiths Detection Inc (SDI)., announced it has fulfilled a multi-year $2.2 million contract with Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) of Illinois to expand their hazardous materials response capabilities with HazMatID Elite handheld chemical identifiers. Keep Reading
Smiths Detection has developed the capability to detect synthetic cannabinoids, commonly known as Spice or K2, with its IONSCAN 600 trace detection solution. Keep Reading
In a tote-based BHS, every checked bag is placed in an individual-controlled tray or ‘tote’ equipped with a RFID chip to track and monitor each bag throughout the baggage handling process. Keep Reading
Smiths Detection has introduced a new X-ray inspection system, HI-SCAN 5030C, that is intended for security screening applications including courthouses, and corporate campuses. Keep Reading
Italy’s Malpensa and Linate Airports, two of the three international airports in Milan, have ordered up to 18 advanced Computed Tomography (CT) screening systems to screen cabin bags. Keep Reading