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Security breakthrough for Durham firm

A new scanning device developed by a Durham firm is set to ‘revolutionise’ airport security around the world.

Kromek, which specialises in developing digital colour imaging for use in x-rays and scanners, launched its new liquid detection bottle scanner at two special events in Washington - where former Prime Minister Tony Blair provided the guest speech - and Dubai. Interest is very high in the USA and the Middle East and Kromek has already won orders for the new equipment.

The new scanner can identify and categorise liquids in bottles in less than 20 seconds, including liquid explosives, alcohol and dissolved narcotics in other liquids. And it is all possible without the need to open the bottle or sample the liquid.

Nigel Day, Commercial Director for Kromek, said: “Our revolutionary bottle scanner identifies threat materials in liquid form in a matter of seconds enabling increased capability at airports. It will also help ease passenger frustration as it could mean current restrictions on carrying liquids on board can be relaxed.

“The system can also be used in other public areas such as sports arenas to detect threat or restricted items and can help border control officers in the battle against drug smuggling and counterfeit products.”

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Ruth Mitchell .