Smiths Detection rust Phoenix Suns Arena uit met röntgeninspectie systemen
Röntgentechnologie voegt een nieuwe beschermingslaag toe aan het NBA Franchise Security Program
EDGEWOOD, Md. – (BUSINESS WIRE) – Smiths Detection, een wereldleider op het gebied van bedreigingsdetectie en beveiligingstechnologieën, kondigt vandaag aan dat het een contract heeft gekregen om 26 röntgeninspectie systemen te leveren voor de Phoenix Suns Arena. De inspectiesystemen zullen worden gebruikt om leveringen en persoonlijke bezittingen van iedereen die de arena betreedt te screenen.
De Phoenix Suns Arena meet een miljoen vierkante meter en is een professionele sport- en entertainmentlocatie met plaats voor meer dan 18.000 mensen. Het is de thuisbasis van de Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Arizona Rattlers en organiseert elk jaar honderden evenementen. De introductie van röntgen screening oplossingen verbetert de beveiligingsprotocollen van de arena en voegt een nieuwe beschermingslaag toe aan bezoekers tegen mogelijke bedreigingen zoals wapens en explosieven. Het helpt ook om andere verboden items, zoals alcohol en verdovende middelen, te onderscheppen voordat ze de arena betreden.
Smiths Detection Equips Phoenix Suns Arena With X-ray Inspection Systems
X-ray technology adds a new layer of protection to NBA Franchise Security Program
EDGEWOOD, Md.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Smiths Detection, a global leader in threat detection and security screening technologies, today announces that it 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.
Measuring one million square feet, the Phoenix Suns Arena is a professional sports and entertainment venue capable of seating over 18,000 people. It is home to the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Arizona Rattlers, and hosts hundreds of events every year. Introducing X-ray screening solutions enhances the arena’s security protocols and adds a new layer of protection to attendees against potential threats such as weapons and explosives. It also will help intercept other prohibited items, such as alcohol and narcotics, before they enter the arena.
In addition to enhancing security at the arena, X-ray inspection makes the screening of belongings and deliveries safer and more efficient. The technology reduces the number of hands-on searches, meaning spectators can enter the facility quicker. iCMORE, next generation screening software combining automatic weapons detection and deep learning applications will also be utilized to aid operators in fast and effective screening.
Shan Hood, President of Smiths Detection Inc. commented, “Smiths Detection’s mission is to make the world a safer place. We are relentless in developing the most advanced technology so our customers can have the most innovative solutions to address their unique security challenges. We are excited to be able to partner with the Phoenix Suns, along with other major sport teams using the arena, as they make it an even safer place to visit.”
The NBA issued a mandate in 2020 that X-ray inspection technology be implemented for screening belongings entering an arena.
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About Smiths Detection
Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group, is a global leader in threat detection and screening technologies for aviation, ports and borders, defence and urban security markets. Our experience and history across more than 40 years at the frontline, enables us to deliver the solutions needed to protect society from the threat and illegal passage of explosives, prohibited weapons, contraband, toxic chemicals and narcotics.
Our goal is simple – to provide security, peace of mind and freedom of movement upon which the world depends.
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