Smiths Detection HI-SCAN 6040aTiX Liquid Explosive Detection

Smiths Detection announces today that its HI-SCAN 6040aTiX advanced baggage X-ray scanner has been certified by France’s Service Technique de l’Aviation Civile (STAC) under the requirements for Liquid Explosive Detection Systems (LEDS). The system is already approved by the European Civil Aviation Conference according to EU Standard 2 Type C and EU EDS Standard 2, and by the US Transportation Security Administration for checkpoints.

The 6040aTiX is the latest in a wide range of Smiths Detection products to achieve the STAC LEDS certification. These include the Responder BLS, the HI-SCAN 7555aTiX as well as the HI-SCAN 6040i and HI-SCAN 6046si in conjunction with the Threat Identification Module (TIM) upgrade. They are all designed to detect threat liquids and comply with the European LEDS standards, effective from 31 January 2014, which will partially relax the liquid ban for cabin baggage.

With more than 2,000 installations worldwide, Smiths Detection’s 6040aTiX is the most favored system where customers require a premium scanner for automatic explosives and liquid detection in carry-on-baggage. Combining large tunnel size and high-resolution image quality, the aTiX helps simplify and accelerate airport security operations. Using a multi-view system, it is designed to fulfill both current and future requirements for threat detection.

STAC is attached to the Air Transport Directorate of the French Ministry in charge of transport, and provides assistance to the country’s Ministry of Defense. It provides airports with technical expertise and support and is focused on airport infrastructure and equipment, air navigation, environment, air transport safety, and transport security.

Hans Zirwes, Vice President International Sales for Smiths Detection, said: “The STAC certification, highly regarded internationally, is yet another achievement for 6040aTiX, confirming its high quality standard. In combination with the other LEDS-approved Smiths Detection products we can offer tailor-made solutions for the different individual requirements of our customers.“

Smiths Detection offers advanced security solutions in civil and military markets worldwide, developing and manufacturing government-regulated technology products that help detect and identify explosives, chemical and biological agents, radiological and nuclear threats, weapons, narcotics and contraband. It is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in applying integrated, advanced technologies to markets in threat and contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications and engineered components. Smiths Group employs around 23,000 people in more than 50 countries.

General Specifications:

General Specifications
Tunnel Dimensions	620 (W) x 418 (H) [mm] • 24.4” (W) x 16.5” (H)
Max. object size	615 (W) x 410 (H) [mm] • 24.2” (W) x 16.1” (H)
Conveyor height	Approx. 800 mm (21.5”)
Conveyor speed at mains frequency	0.2 (m/s) (50 Hz / 60 Hz)
Max. conveyor load (evenly distributed)	160 kg (352 lbs)
Resolution (wire detectability)	Standard: 40 AWG (0.08 mm Cu) • typical: 41 AWG (0.07 mm Cu)
Penetration (steel)	Standard: 35 mm • typical: 37 mm
External dose rate	<2 µSv/h (0,1 mrem)
Film safety	Guaranteed even for high-speed films up to ISO 1600 (33 DIN)
Duty cycle	100 %, no warm-up procedure required

X-ray Generator
X-ray generators	4
Anode voltage • cooling	160 kV cp •hermetically sealed oil bath
Beam direction	from different directions, horizontal and vertical

Image Generating System
X-ray converter	LMultiview detector system with large-scale integrated, monolithic amplifier
Grey levels stored	4096
Image presentation	HI-MAT Plus Color Image (default)
Digital video memory	1280 x 1024 / 24 bit
Image evaluation functions	VARI-MAT, O2, OS, HIGH, LOW, NEG, HI-SPOT, SEN, XPlore, Opti-Zoom, HDA, stepless, electronic Zoom: enlargement: up to 64 times
Monitor	Flat Panel LCD Monitors (2)

Extra Features
Features	Fading-in of date/time, luggage counter, user id-number, luggage marking system (acoustic), display of operating mode, REVIEW-feature (to recall previously visible image areas), zoom overview, free programmable keys, USB 2.0 interface, stepless zoom, IMS (Image Store System - stores up to 100,000 images)
System Diagnostics Features	Power-on Self-Test (POST), Real-time Background Diagnosis (RBD), Real-time System Feedback (RSF)
Options	HI-TIP, Xport, iCMORE Weapons
Accessories	Passive In-/Output Roller conveyors, 10m external Monitor/Keyboard connection cable, Monitor Theft Protection, Mobile Heavy Duty Rollers, Various Test Bags and Cases, Foam inlay for undercarriage

Installation Data
X-ray leakage	Meets all applicable laws and regulations with respect to X-ray emitting devices
CE-labelling	In compliance with directives 2006/42/EC, 2014/35/EU, 2014/30/EU
Sound pressure level	< 65 dB(A)
Operating- / storage temperature	0 ° - 40 °C / -20 °C - +60 °C
Humidity	5 % - 95 % (non-condensing)
Power Supply	100 V / 120 V / 230 V / 240 V AC (configurable); +10 %/ -15 % • 50 Hz / 60 Hz ± 3
Power consumption	Approx. 1.92 kVA
Protection class system / keyboard	IP 20 / IP 43
Dimensions • Weight	3300 (L) x 1310 (W) x 1400 (H) [mm] • approx. 1600 kg 129.9” (L) x 51.6” (W) x 55.1” (H) • approx. 3528 lbs
Mechanical construction	Steel construction with steel panels, mounted on roller castors, standard color(s): RAL 7016 (dark grey) / B11-W1 (blue)