PRESS RELEASE
(15th March 2007)
New X-Ray Screen For Package And Baggage Screening

With letter-bomb attacks in the UK recently dominating the headlines, Applied Scintillation Technologies announces the latest in its range of X-ray intensifying screens for use in security screening. The new SecureX HB is a high-brightness screen, available in large areas, designed for use in non-conveyorised X-ray detection systems for low throughput checking of baggage and packages.

The high sensitivity SecureX HB screen is particularly suitable for use in systems using multi level energy control for enhanced detection of plastic explosives, fine wires, incendiary devices and drugs. It can be used with free standing X-ray units, compact desk top units and portable X-ray viewing screens for on the spot examination of suspicious objects.

SecureX HB offers inspection systems manufacturers great flexibility and performance. The screen can be mounted on a variety of rigid supports if required, including carbon fibre. Screens can be manufactured to the size and shape determined by the application, so there is no waste or cutting. It is particularly well suited for lens-coupled systems working in low light conditions.

The high gain and improved resolution is achieved using a proprietary phosphor blend which results in 30% more light output than conventional rare earth based screens. Containing no cadmium, these screens comply with the RoHS (Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment) Directive.

Note to editors
Applied Scintillation Technologies is a leading provider of advanced imaging and detection solutions using the latest in phosphor and scintillation technology. Our extensive knowledge and expertise enables us to supply a diverse range of application-focused products for both standard and customised solutions in a number of markets including medical and dental imaging, security screening, biosciences, non-destructive testing and scientific instrumentation markets.

AST has received both SPUR and SMART awards for research projects to help continued development for innovative, high quality solutions and products.

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Applied Scintillation Technologies Ltd, 8 Roydonbury Industrial Estate Harlow CM19 5BZ.
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