EntryScan3, developed by GE Infrastructure, Security, a unit of the General Electric Company, is one of a range of GE explosives detection technologies currently helping to protect infrastructure at thousands of critical locations throughout the United States.
The U.S. Transportation Security Administration announced plans in June to evaluate the GE EntryScan3's screening of passengers for explosives at security checkpoints in five airports in the United States.
The trial is already underway at T.F. Green Airport, Warwick, RI, Greater Rochester International Airport, Rochester, NY, and San Diego International Airport, San Diego, CA. The final airport scheduled to participate in the trial is Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport, Gulfport, MS.
"In the time than it takes most people to tie their shoes, GE's EntryScan3 screens passengers for microscopic traces of explosives to help identify potential threats," said Louis Parker, president and CEO for the homeland protection business of GE Infrastructure, Security.
EntryScan3 was designed to help secure critical infrastructure by effectively screening people for explosives in a non-intrusive manner, while helping to maintain efficient checkpoint flow.
"EntryScan3 is a great example of how GE's partnership with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Transportation Security Administration is working to help provide increased security and peace of mind to the traveling public," adds Parker.
"Following positive feedback from ongoing trials of EntryScan3 at airports in New York, Rhode Island, and California, we are confident of strong results in Tampa," said Parker.
"The trial is part of the TSA's ongoing efforts to implement cutting edge technology and enhance the security of the aviation system," said Mark Hatfield, Jr., TSA Director of Communications and Public Information.