Cargo Scanning
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No one solution to scanning puzzle
Flexibility will be vital in responding to whatever scanning approach is decided upon by regulators, says Andrew Goldsmith of Rapiscan. 25 Aug 2011 - Port Strategy
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Zero tolerance
The radioactive threats are real, but the container scanning debate continues. Felicity Landon reports 24 Aug 2011 - Port Strategy
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ISOTRACK sends a message from the box
The partners behind a €2m EU-funded project to develop a container tracking and monitoring system, are promising a failsafe device capable of detecting low-level radiation, VOCs, etc, just as soon as any such material is placed inside the container. 27 Aug 2010 - Port Strategy
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One word makes all the difference
One small word in a new US Bill – the word “or” – could put passive scanning companies in a strong position. Felicity Landon reports. 24 Aug 2010 - Port Strategy
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Scanning solutions must offer comprehensive detection
Security specialist Rapiscan Systems says it believes that the 100% scanning requirement will be implemented - but there are still questions regarding exactly how different ports will be required to comply with the regulation, and what effective screening would entail. 04 Sep 2009 - Port Strategy
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Protecting your assets
Felicity Landon reports on the drive to find the best container scanning solutions 03 Sep 2009 - Port Strategy
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Snags of scanning
Is it worth investing in all-singing, all-dancing scanning technology following US diktats? Possibly not, as Carly Fields finds out 02 Aug 2009 - Port Strategy
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Smiths expands production
Smiths Detection opened a high-tech production plant at Wiesbaden in Germany in July this year, to meet "soaring global demand" for its advanced X-ray scanning machines - these are principally for airport security but also used to support border checkpoint security. 03 Sep 2008 - Port Strategy
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Consider customer and business requirements
Quality, reliability and technical performance are extremely important when considering which scanning/security solutions are right for a port or terminal, says Andrew Goldsmith, vice president of marketing at Rapiscan Systems. 03 Sep 2008 - Port Strategy
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Streamlined scanning
What, when it comes to scanning solutions, do ports want? It's easier to think about what they don't want - bottlenecks, unexpected manning costs, or a load of false alarms that trigger costly shutdowns. Felicity Landon reports on the latest developments
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US container security: feasible or fantasy?
Former US Senator Warren Rudman's recent concerns over port security should not be taken lightly given his history as co-chair of a bi-partisan committee assigned to investigate the threat of international terrorism after the September 11 attacks and his role in setting up the Department of Homeland Security. 27 Feb 2008 - Port Strategy
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Mobile solutions win over French officials
Smiths Detection, part of the global Smiths Group, recently delivered two HCV-Mobile systems to French customs, to screen trucks for narcotics, contraband and counterfeit goods. It is the first time the French government has purchased mobile scanners for customs applications. The contract includes an option to buy two more HCV-Mobiles. 01 Sep 2007 - Port Strategy
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Dodging detection delays
Removing the human element could avoid the time-consuming interpretation of X-ray images, as Felicity Landon finds out 01 Sep 2007 - Port Strategy
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Look to software for improved outputs
X-ray scanning technology is somewhat mature, according to Rapiscan’ s Peter Kant. “ We have multiple players in the market to deliver it, and the technology today isn’ t all that different from last year or the year before. “ There was a huge jump three or four years ago, but it is now fairly stable.” Of course, if someone drives a truck into the portal, then the structure and/or equipment may well have to be replaced. 01 Sep 2007 - Port Strategy
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Deep Vision
How does a port choose the right X-ray screening system for its operations? It depends what you’ re looking for. Felicity Landon reports 01 Sep 2007 - Port Strategy
