Thermal-boosted infrared detection scanners address radiation, privacy concerns
Iscon Video Imaging’s proprietary thermal-boosted infrared detection technology shows objects and clothing without any harmful radiation; the detection system creates a temperature differential between clothes and a hidden object
What with the growing interest in – and debate over – whole-body scanners, we note that Woburn, Massachusetts-based Iscon Video Imaging is introducing two new airport passenger scanners with a patented Thermal-Boosted Infrared Detection System. The company says that scanners based on the technology only show objects and clothing without any harmful radiation.
The new Iscon system reveals the thermal imprint of any material — plastic, wood, metal, ceramic powder, as well as metal.
“The Iscon system is a next generation imaging and detection system that creates a temperature differential between clothes and a hidden object,” explains founder and president, Izrail Gorian. “We’ve eliminated the two most prevalent concerns about airport scanner technology — radiation exposure and privacy issues. The U.S Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is currently testing our technology which we are ready to sell to airports and other security sensitive facilities.”
The patented, proprietary Iscon system is being introduced in two configurations. The whole-body scanner portal, Iscon 1000D, is less expensive than other systems and takes up less space at cramped security check-in areas. The company says that a complete scan and detection takes thirty seconds so passengers can quickly move through security areas.
Iscon is also introducing a portable system called GameChangeIR, a hand-held device, using the same technology in the 1000D for more selective scanning applications. Security personnel can use it to detect objects hidden in “difficult” hiding places. Used in conjunction with a metal detector, it provides the operator with a sophisticated body scanning system at a fraction of the cost of other body-scanning portals.
“The GameChangeIR simply automates the intrusive, time consuming pat-down, which is a welcome advancement for airport security personnel as well as any passenger who has been unnecessarily subjected,” Gorian explains. It is easy to deploy and can be operated with minimal training. In addition to smaller airports, this device can be used for screening at government and corporate buildings and factories as well as retail establishments for loss prevention.
