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China Orders 200 Backscatter Imaging Systems From AS&E

Wednesday, April 1st, 2015

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China Orders 200 Backscatter Imaging Systems From AS&E

The MINI Z handheld Z Backscatter imaging system. Photo: American Science and Engineering, Inc.

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 Wednesday.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 to…

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