Case Study: X-Ray Machines for Proviso Township High School District 209
Customer Background Proviso Township High School District 209 oversees three high schools in Cook County, Illinois, near Chicago. With a mission of “Pursuit of Nothing But The Best,” the district is dedicated to helping students achieve academic excellence by providing the necessary resources and support for both students and staff. As part of its strategic […]
What Is Printed Circuit Board (PCB) X-Ray Inspection?
Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are used in nearly all electronic devices so it’s crucial to assess their quality before integrating them into electronic systems. There are many methods for checking PCB quality, but the most popular method involves using X-ray scanners. With X-ray scanners, manufacturers can identify hidden defects and other quality-related issues without causing […]
3 Uses of Walk-Through Metal Detectors in Manufacturing Facilities
Walk-through metal detectors are often associated with airports and schools, where they’re essential for preventing dangerous weapons from getting in. However, metal detectors have other applications in many different industries. One industry that uses walk-through metal detectors is the manufacturing industry. Manufacturing facilities use walk-through metal detectors to prevent inventory theft, protect workers and assets […]
How Metal Detectors Prevent Employee Theft in Warehouses & Distribution Centers
Technology is all around us. Everyday, you use a smartphone to text your friends and family, a laptop to work, a tablet to watch movies at the end of the day. But before these items reach our hands, they are stored in warehouses and passed through distribution centers. Unfortunately, no industry is immune to theft […]
Protecting Global Trade with Cargo & Pallet X-Ray Scanners
Global trade has exploded over the years, fueled by technological advancements that have made transporting consumer goods faster and easier than ever before. However, an unintended consequence of this progress was that it also made it easier for threats and contraband to travel the globe. The increased frequency and volume of cargo movement, coupled with […]
Trader Joe’s String Of Recalls Require Food X-Ray Inspection Scanners
Years ago, Costco was having issues with customers finding bones in their hot dogs, leading to “15 to 20 broken teeth a month” (NPR). But since they’ve been inspecting their products with X-ray scanners, that number dropped to zero. They’ve also implemented a new rule requiring all of their food suppliers to use X-ray inspection […]
How Food X-Ray Inspection Scanners Guarantee Safety & Quality
With the help of technical advances, the speed of food production is now faster than ever. However, the increased use of heavy machinery in food processing causes inedible materials to land in packaged products, leading to broken teeth and other issues. To remedy this widespread problem, many food manufacturers and retailers, most notably Costco, are […]
The Importance of Metal Detectors to Prevent School Violence
Although unfortunate, school violence and shootings are real threats that need to be addressed in schools throughout the United States. In the 2020-2021 school year, there were a total of 93 school shootings with casualties – the highest number since 2000-2001 (Bureau of Justice Statistics). Of course, there will never be a plan that is […]
Best Luggage X-Ray Machines for 2023
Over the years, new technologies have been developed to make traveling smoother and safer. One such technology is the use of luggage X-ray machines. With these machines, security teams are able to quickly and easily inspect the contents of a bag without having to physically search through it. However, not all X-ray machines are the […]
