WOBURN, Mass. – L-3 Security & Detection Systems announced today that over 100 of its VIS-108™ automated explosives detection systems (EDS) have been upgraded to VIS-HR™ EDS systems that meet EU Standard 2 requirements. The VIS-HR field upgrade process consists of replacing select software and hardware components, and can be completed with minimal interruption to screening operations.
“Airports are facing tough economic challenges, and L-3 offers a best-value solution to protect their investment in the VIS platform,” said Thomas M. Ripp, president of L-3 Security & Detection Systems. “Customers can extend the life of their installed base, reduce capital investment and enhance their security operations through an easy field upgrade from the VIS-108 to the VIS-HR.”
The VIS-HR builds on L-3’s industry-leading technology with advanced explosives detection, clear images and throughput rates up to 1,800 bags per hour. This multi level system makes fast, accurate, automated decisions and provides image analysts with the data they need to render their Level 2 decision while continuing to screen luggage without impeding the baggage flow and sorting process. The lightweight VIS-HR is the best choice for space-conscious airport screening operations that require fast, powerful 
explosives detection. It has the smallest footprint of any EU Standard 2-compliant system.
About L-3 Security & Detection Systems With more than 50,000 systems deployed and supported around the globe, L-3 Security & Detection Systems (SDS) is a leading supplier of security screening solutions. For more than 30 years, L-3 SDS has developed and manufactured cutting-edge products using advanced technologies that include 3-D computed tomography; automated, conventional and highenergy X-ray; active millimeter wave imaging; metal detection; and energetic trace explosives detection. Our solutions are used by the aviation and transportation industries, regulatory and customs authorities, government and law enforcement agencies, and commercial and other secure facilities. Applications include the screening of people, vehicles, baggage, cargo and packages for explosives, firearms, drugs, contraband and intellectual property. To learn more about L-3 SDS, please visit the company’s website at www.L-3com.com/sds.
About L-3 Communications Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications employs approximately 63,000 people worldwide and is a prime contractor in C3ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) systems, aircraft modernization and maintenance, and government services. L-3 is also a leading provider of a broad range of electronic systems used on military and commercial platforms. The company reported 2010 sales of $15.7 billion. To learn more about L-3, please visit the company’s website at www.L-3com.com.
For more information, contact: Theresa Taft, Public Relations L-3 Security & Detection Systems Phone: 781-939-3806 Email: Theresa.Taft@L-3com.com
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