Smiths Detection Launches Ultraviolet Light Upgrade Kits for Checkpoints Capable of Killing 99.9% of Microorganisms on Baggag...
13 Maggio 2020 - 2:00PM
Business Wire
Smiths Detection today announced the launch of its new
ultraviolet (UVC) light kits capable of destroying up to 99.9% of
microorganisms present on baggage trays at the security checkpoint.
Demonstrating heightened hygiene standards will be important as
airports seek to restore the confidence of travellers and staff
during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. UVC is one way that
airports can do this, while providing longer-term protection
against bacteria or viruses.
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Smiths Detection Launches Ultraviolet
Light Upgrade Kits for Checkpoints Capable of Killing 99.9% of
Microorganisms on Baggage Trays (Photo: Business Wire)
Helping to protect passengers and staff from tactile
transmission of contagious disease as they pass through security
checkpoints at airports, Smiths Detection UVC kits automatically
disinfect trays as they are being transported from the reclaim area
back to the divest station. Thanks to its specially designed casing
and other safety measures, the UVC lights pose no exposure risk to
staff or passengers and can be installed quickly and easily into
existing tray handling systems.
This proven technology has been successfully used for the
disinfection of surfaces in industries with high hygiene
requirements, such as the food and health sectors, for many years.
Its application at checkpoint security will reduce the risk of
contamination and therefore reassure passengers and staff about the
safety of the security process.
“A trusted advisor within the industry, Smiths Detection have
been working with airports globally to deliver necessary
enhancements to their infrastructure that can be made in response
to the pandemic,” said Global Director Aviation, Richard Thompson.
“UVC lights are a practical, straight-forward way that airports can
help reduce the transmission of any bacteria or virus that might be
on the surface of its trays now and in the long-term.”
Trials of the solution are underway on site at airports, and it
is available immediately for installation with very short lead
times. If you would like to find out more, please visit
https://www.smithsdetection.com/products/ultraviolet-light-tray-disinfection/
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About Smiths Detection
Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group, is a global leader in
threat detection and screening technologies for aviation, ports and
borders, defence and urban security markets. Our experience and
history across more than 40 years at the frontline, enables us to
deliver the solutions needed to protect society from the threat and
illegal passage of explosives, prohibited weapons, contraband,
toxic chemicals and narcotics.
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