Smiths Detection, part of the global technology business Smiths Group, today announces that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has officially certified Smiths Detection IONSCAN 500DT after successful completion of the TSA's Certification Plan for Explosive Trace Detection Equipment. Designed primarily for use at passenger security checkpoint for screening of carry-on baggage, the IONSCAN 500DT is an advanced explosives detector, capable of detecting trace amounts of explosive substances.
The IONSCAN 500DT can identify small amounts of explosives from a single sample in a matter of seconds. Its design enables the system to maintain optimum analysis conditions for all target substances while maintaining detection performance.
Stephen Phipson, Group Managing Director of Smiths Detection, said: “We are delighted and proud that IONSCAN 500DT is the first dual explosives trace detector to be placed on the TSA Qualified Products List. We are committed to meeting TSA standards and producing the highest quality trace detection equipment.”
Mark Laustra, Vice President of Homeland Security for Smiths Detection, said: “Our second-generation trace detector has been optimized and improved to meet the evolving threats found at security checkpoints today. The added sensitivity of the dual tubes is an industry first which increases the 500DT’s overall detection abilities.”
Smiths Detection’s has more than 6,000 trace detection systems deployed throughout the world and X-ray and trace detection technology installed at around 80 percent of the world’s airports. Aside from use at airports, the IONSCAN 500DT can also be deployed at ports and border crossings, public and private buildings, courthouses and correctional facilities.
About Smiths Detection
Smiths Detection is part of the global technology business Smiths Group. It offers advanced integrated security solutions for customers in civil and military markets worldwide and is a leading technology developer and manufacturer of sensors that detect and identify explosives, chemical and biological agents, weapons, and contraband. Its advanced technology security solutions also include Smiths Heimann x-ray imaging systems, millimeter-wave technology and a specialist software supply business for the management of large sensor and video surveillance networks. Separate business units focus on related products for the life sciences, and food manufacturing industries. For more information visit www.smithsdetection.com.
About Smiths Group
Smiths is a global technology company listed on the London Stock Exchange. A world leader in the practical application of advanced technologies, Smiths Group delivers products and services for the threat & contraband detection, medical devices, energy and communications markets worldwide. Our products and services make the world safer, healthier and more productive. Smiths Group employs more than 20,000 people in over 50 countries. For more information visit www.smiths.com.
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