Approved Technologies

The SAFETY Act provides two levels of liability protections for approval: Designation and Certification. By obtaining either Designation or Certification, companies obtain a level of legal protection in case their technology is ever put to use during a terrorist attack. See below for a list of approved technology certifications.

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L-3 Communications Security and Detection Systems, Inc.: eXaminer System Approved: June 02, 2008 \| Expires: June 30, 2013 L-3 Communications Security and Detection Systems, Inc. provides the eXaminer System. The Technology is a system that uses a high-speed computed tomography scanner to image parcels. This makes it possible for parcels to be inspected for explosives and other hazardous materials in a continuous manner. When a potential threat is spotted, the Technology alerts the operator, and the operator for ultimate determination as to whether or not the threat is real. The Technology consists of a variety of hardware, software, and services including but not limited to several models of the detection system, image analysis system, and integration services.
U.S. Security Associates, Inc.: U.S. Security Associates Security Services Approved: June 02, 2008 \| Expires: September 30, 2012 U.S. Security Associates, Inc., provides U.S. Security Associates Security Services. The Technology provides trained security personnel to protect personnel and property at commercial and Government nuclear reservations, Government agencies and installations, and high-risk commercial entities, some of which are designated as U.S.
Honeywell International, Inc., dba Vindicator Technologies: V5 Intrusion Detection and Access Control Systems Approved: June 02, 2008 \| Expires: June 30, 2013 Honeywell International, Inc., dba Vindicator Technologies provides the V5 Intrusion Detection and Access Control Systems. The Technology is a system of devices that provides for remote monitoring of security cameras, access control stations, and intrusion detection sensors. It is highly configurable and can deployed in a manner that fits the customer’s specific needs and desires.
Innovative American Technology, Inc.: Radiation Threat Identification System (RTIS)/Spreader Bar Radiation Verification System (SBRVS) Approved: May 09, 2008 \| Expires: June 30, 2013 Innovative American Technology, Inc. provides the Radiation Threat Identification System (RTIS)/Spreader Bar Radiation Verification System (SBRVS). The Technology is a system designed to scan cargo and detect gamma, neutron, and X-ray radiation. The SBRVS is a special variant of the RTIS constructed for mounting specifically on a spreader bar gantry.
G&T Conveyor Company, Inc. and Elite Line Services, Inc.: Baggage Screening Systems and Services Approved: April 17, 2008 \| Expires: May 31, 2013 G&T Conveyor Company, Inc. and Elite Line Services, Inc. provide Baggage Screening Systems and Services. The Technology is a set of systems and services designed to identify, divert, and capture suspicious bags. The systems employ TSA provided Explosive Detection Systems (EDS), and the services cover a wide range of functions including: technical design, development of computer control software, testing and commissioning of systems, and maintenance among other things.
SPACEHAB, Inc. :Miniature Mass Spectrometer (MMS) Approved: April 10, 2008 \| Expires: May 31, 2011 SPACEHAB, Inc. provides the Miniature Mass Spectrometer (MMS). The Technology is a trace chemical detector designed to detect residues and vapors from explosives, chemical warfare agents, and toxic industrial chemicals. This can be done either through the sampling of ambient air or the use of swabs. The Technology also includes proprietary software used for chemical identification.
Bruker Daltonics NBC Detection Corp.: ARFCAM Approved: March 28, 2008 \| Expires: April 30, 2011 Bruker Daltonics NBC Detection Corp. provides the ARFCAM. The Technology is a fixed, wall-mounted sensor which uses ion mobility spectrometry and electro chemical sensors to detect and identify chemical warfare agents (CWAs) and toxic industrial chemicals (TICs). The Technology includes proprietary software which uses and updatable chemical agent library.
Canberra Albuquerque, Inc. :HS3 Multi-Sensor Integration Platform Approved: March 12, 2008 \| Expires: March 31, 2010 Canberra Albuquerque, Inc. provides the HS3 Multi-Sensor Integration Platform. The Technology is an integration platform capable of accepting a variety of sensor inputs, including visual assessment and active seals.
Lenel Systems International, Inc.: IdentityDefender Approved: February 29, 2008 \| Expires: March 31, 2011 Lenel Systems International, Inc. provides the IdentityDefender. The Technology is a software package that facilitates the issuance of identity credentials to accepted personal. It is done in a secure manner and makes use of a modular design. The Technology consists of four components: IdentityDirector, IdentityCollector, IdentityProducer, and IdentityActivator. The Technology also includes step-by-step wizards, secure integration with external databases, and renewal of full support for the shared services model.
Textron Systems Corporation.: Adaptable Radiation Area Monitor (ARAM) Approved: February 29, 2008 \| Expires: March 31, 2013 Textron Systems Corporation provides the Adaptable Radiation Area Monitor (ARAM). The Technology is a system of detectors which detect and identify radioactive material. It is designed to alert operators via audible and visual warnings when in the presence of such radioactive material. The Technology comes in for configurations: the ARAM Spectroscopic Portal (ARAM ASP), the ARAM RadTruck (ARAM-RT), RadBoat, and RadPack. Installation and integration, operator and maintenance training, warranty, maintenance services, and attendant documentation are also included.