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Germany Awards Smiths Detection Contract for AT X-Ray Systems

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Wednesday, August 17th, 2011

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The Germany Interior Ministry has awarded Smiths Detection a contract to provide about 50 Advanced Technology (AT) X-Ray systems for security checkpoints at Frankfurt International Airport. The value of the award was not disclosed. The X-Ray systems include HI-SCAN 6040 aTiX and HI-SCAN 7555 aTiX systems, combined with re-inspection components and other equipment to facilitate carry-on baggage screening for liquid explosives. "This latest order from Germany underlines our leading role in supplying advanced detection technologies that meet the strict EU…

Congress

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Congress

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Congress

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