3DX-Ray Ltd has developed a new dual-purpose public x-ray baggage security system for use at events, sports arenas, stadiums and public meetings.

Based on the company’s FlatScan-TPXi portable x-ray system, the FlatScan-POD allows FlatScan-TPXi to be used for baggage scanning in a public area as well as retaining its use as a portable x-ray system.

It is said to be ideal for both checking bags as they are carried in to public events and for emergency use, x-raying suspect bags, cases and parcels that have been left unattended. 



The mobile cabinet-style unit can be quickly set up as a security inspection station, and moved to other locations as required.

Once the FlatScan-POD is positioned as required the FlatScan-TPXi system is simply slotted into the unit ready to inspect bags.

The unit is battery operated so its deployment is not limited by access to mains electricity.

If a stray suspect item is found in the vicinity the FlatScan-TPXi unit can quickly be removed from the FlatScan-POD and deployed as a portable x-ray inspection system to investigate the suspicious item without moving it.

A suite of software tools allows the operator to investigate the image and identify potential biological or explosive hazards, complex and ‘dirty’ explosive devices and weapons more easily and accurately.

FlatScan-POD is already deployed in London, which was the first city in the world to protect its bus and rail commuters with this mobile baggage scanner technology.