The European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) Approves 620DV for Use in Airports

TORRANCE, California, January 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --

Rapiscan Systems receives additional approval of enhanced explosive detection capability for cabin baggage screening solution

Rapiscan® Systems, a leading global supplier of security inspection technology, today announced that its 620DV system has been approved by European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) under its Common Evaluation Process of security equipment (CEP), for Explosive Detection Systems for Cabin Baggage (EDSCB) at Standard C1.

The 620DV is a high throughput carry-on baggage screening solution, currently used as a part of airport security infrastructures around the world. With dual-view screening technology and advanced detection algorithms, the 620DV provides high-quality detection of concealed explosive threats. The 620DV has already been ECAC approved for Type C Liquid Explosive Detection Systems and is currently the only dual-view checkpoint technology certified and deployed by U.S. Transportation Security Administration.

"We understand the critical importance of compliance with diverse security regulations, and meeting the standards set by regulatory boards around the world," said Mal Maginnis, President of Rapiscan Systems. "That's why we have invested so much time and energy in certifying our security products, and ensuring they work in harmony with the standards set by organizations like ECAC. The 620DV has already proven its proficiency, accuracy and effectiveness in several markets and we are proud to include this certification from ECAC in its many distinctions."

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About Rapiscan Systems, Inc.  

Rapiscan Systems is a leading global provider of security inspection solutions, with more than 100,000 products installed in over 170 countries. Rapiscan Systems has an extensive portfolio of Baggage and Parcel Inspection, Cargo and Vehicle Inspection, Hold Baggage Screening, People Screening, Trace Detection, Radiation Detection, Tray Return System and enhanced security solutions, which are supported by a global service network. The company's state-of-the-art products, solutions and services operate in the world's most demanding security environments, including at airports, border crossings, railway stations, seaports, government and military installations and high-risk facilities. Rapiscan Systems promotes excellence in security and efficiency, continually investing in research to develop technological advancements that address present and future threats and meet the most rigorous compliance standards worldwide.