The ICx Stride systems provide complete "out-of-the-box" radiation detection, identification, and localization functionality and can be easily tailored to diverse, unique security requirements. The systems have been designed to be deployed either openly or covertly, depending upon the screening scenario.
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano announced the first 11 airports to receive advanced imaging technology (AIT) units purchased with American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds - strengthening security at airports throughout the country while boosting local economies.
ICx was awarded a $9 million contract by the Critical National Infrastructure Authority (CNIA) of Abu Dhabi, UAE, for mobile integrated surveillance systems. ICx will provide the company's integrated millimeter-wave ground-based radar and thermal/CCTV imaging systems on mobile tactical platforms for deployment around critical infrastructure sites to provide comprehensive wide-area surveillance.
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano and Israeli Transport & Road Safety Minister Israel Katz announced a new agreement to enhance information sharing related to civil aviation security incidents and to ensure efficient and effective coordination in response to potential acts of terrorism and other aviation-related public safety emergencies.
BIO-ACT (Biological Advanced Confirmatory Technologies) is a complete emergency response assessment solution for rapidly identifying Biological Warfare Agents (BWAs) in the field. BIO-ACT comprises four complementary technologies, giving emergency responders a complete toolkit to obtain the highest level of accuracy when assessing unknown powder scares potentially involving Anthrax, Ricin, Plague, Pan Orthopox, and/or other BWAs.
Representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency met with representatives from the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration's National Weather Service, Swedish emergency management agencies, and the European Commission to discuss not only preparedness but also ways to ensure effective communications in the event of a widespread catastrophic disaster.
In a recent statement, the Pennsylvania Office of Administration pointed out that PA-STARNet (powered by Harris's OpenSky technology) enabled seamless interoperability so that emergency personnel on different radio systems could quickly communicate with one another. This essential interoperability among users allows for more efficient responses to emergencies.
The Secure 1000 Single Pose uses advanced backscatter technology and proprietary image processing software to rapidly detect potential threats on passengers at aviation checkpoints and is designed to help screeners detect potential threat objects concealed on the passengers themselves. The Secure 1000 Single Pose has been approved by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration and is currently being deployed at a number of airports in the United States and the United Kingdom.
L-3 is currently testing software upgrades and continues to enhance L-3's checkpoint screening technology to facilitate detection of an even broader range of potential aviation threats. L-3's ProVision offers multiple levels of privacy protection that can be customized to support customer-specific operational procedures.
Dash CEO, Justin Nelson, said, "As a longtime member of the Denver community, Dash is dedicated to supporting the organizations that deliver aid to individuals and families in need. We strongly believe in giving back to our community and place an emphasis on volunteerism; we encourage every Dash employee to complete at least six hours of volunteer time per quarter as part of our corporate bonus program."
