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China Orders 200 Backscatter Imaging Systems From AS&E

Friday, April 3rd, 2015

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American Science and Engineering, Inc. [ASEI] (AS&E) received an order for 200 MINI Z handheld Z Backscatter imaging systems from customers in China, the company said on April 1.The MINI Z system allows for real-time detection of organic threats and contraband concealed in bags, vehicles, and hard-to-reach places, AS&E said.The system will help government officials improve drug interdiction, law enforcements, and event security throughout China."China is one of our targeted growth areas and this order—the largest single MINI Z booking…

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