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.





Company/Technology

Analogic Corporation: Carry-On Baggage Real-Time Assessment (COBRA)

Approved: December 03, 2008 | Expires: January 31, 2014

Analogic Corporation provides the Carry-On Baggage Real-Time Assessment (COBRA), an automated explosives and weapons detection system for the screening of carry-on items at screening checkpoints. The Technology uses volumetric Computer Tomography (CT)-based Xrays and detection algorithms to scan evaluate objects and detects a variety of threats, and displays high-resolution, 3-D bag images for on-screen resolution.


Elemental Innovation, Inc.: HALO Maritime Security Barrier System

Approved: December 03, 2008 | Expires: January 31, 2012

Elemental Innovation, Inc., d/b/a HALO Maritime Defense Systems provides the HALO Barrier System. The Technology is a waterborne barrier system that prevents access to maritime assets by small surface vessels. The Technology also includes inspections of component parts after delivery by the manufacturer(s) and before it completes assembly, as well as after assembly.


Heyltex Corporation

Approved: November 17, 2008 | Expires: November 30, 2013

Heyltex Corporation is a distributor of Radiogardase®, an encapsulated insoluble powder for the treatment of known or suspected radioactive contamination of people over the age of two. The Technology is designed to decrease the radiation exposure from radioactive cesium, radioactive thallium, or non-radioactive cesium contaminations. It does this by increasing the rate of elimination of the indicated isotopes.


Ahura Scientific, Inc.: FirstDefenderTM

Approved: November 05, 2008 | Expires: December 31, 2013

Ahura Scientific, Inc. provides the FirstDefenderTM. The Technology is a hand-held system designed to identify solid and liquid chemical materials and mixtures, including chemical warfare agents, toxic industrial chemicals, and explosives. The Technology also includes training, training materials, the operators’ manual, software updates, the software update procedure, and other essential accessories for the Technology’s operation.


Security Forces, Inc.: Security Forces, Inc. (SFI) and SFI – Whelan Security, LLC. Physical Security Services

Approved: October 16, 2008 | Expires: November 30, 2013

Security Forces, Inc. provides the Security Forces, Inc. (SFI) and SFI – Whelan Security, LLC. Physical Security Services. The Technology is a set of services meant to deter, prevent, detect, alert, and respond to a variety of security threats. The Technology is provided to a variety of sectors including: commercial real estate, public utilities, and financial institutions. It consists of the following: Project Management, a wide array of Security Services, and Consulting Services. The Technology also includes the processes to recruit, train, and retain qualified candidates to implement the Technology.


Phoenix International, Ltd.: MagnumSpike! Tire Deflation System

Approved: September 29, 2008 | Expires: July 31, 2013

Phoenix International, Ltd. provides the MagnumSpike! Tire Deflation System. The Technology is a portable tire deflation system composed of a lattice of metal alloy spikes. It is designed to stop a threatening moving vehicle by puncturing the tires making control more difficult. It comes in five lengths and can be manually deployed to span the width of a roadway. The Technology also includes user training, manufacturing processes and procedures, spare parts, quality assurance/control methods, safety guidelines, and all technical documentation.


Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC): Security System Integration Services

Approved: September 29, 2008 | Expires: October 31, 2013

The Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) provides the Security System Integration Services. The Technology is provided to the government at all levels, as well as port authorities, airports, and other critical infrastructures. The Technology consists of: Site Surveys and Security Needs Assessments, System Design, Engineering & Integration Services, Equipment Analysis & Selection Process, Operations and Maintenance Services, and selection of Subcontractors. All used to provide a real-time integrated security system that can be networked into a customer’s existing protocols. The Technology also includes all related technical documentation, manuals, customer training, and qualified personnel.


Reveal Imaging Technologies, Inc.: CT-80XL EDS

Approved: September 18, 2008 | Expires: October 31, 2013

Reveal Imaging Technologies, Inc. provides the CT-80XL EDS. The Technology is used to move loaded baggage by way of a conveyor belt into a tunnel where it is scanned for explosives by a computed tomography (CT) array. The scanning process consists of several stages: ToTALScan, Static CT Slice, X-ray Scan, SnapScan, and Targeted Zoom. This Technology is a variant of an existing SAFETY Act covered device modified to work with larger objects.


Andrews International, Inc.: Physical Security Services for Shopping Centers

Approved: September 18, 2008 | Expires: October 31, 2013

Andrews International, Inc. provides Physical Security Services for Shopping Centers. The Technology is a set of services designed to monitor access to such shopping centers, prevent unauthorized entry, and mitigate terrorist incidents. Elements of the Technology may include all or some of the following: Interior and exterior stationary and mobile patrols, Emergency response reporting, Alarm and CCTV monitoring and response, surveillance, and Disaster and emergency response services. The Technology also includes training programs, training manuals, technical manuals, and training bulletins.


Securitas Holdings, Inc., Protective Services

Approved: September 18, 2008 | Expires: October 31, 2013

Securitas Holdings, Inc., provides Protective Services. The Technology is a regiment for protection professionals in threat assessment and protective skills training. It is designed to investigate and assess a Principal’s risk and vulnerability, and develop and implement a strategy that would enhance the Principal’s overall security. The three major components of the Technology are: Assessment of threats, Development of a security plan, and Protection duties.