Smiths Detection, Inc.
Designer, manufacturer and service provider of threat-detection and security-screening technologies for aviation, ports & borders, urban security and defence markets. The company develops X-ray and CT imaging systems, trace and biological threat detectors, AI-based image analysis, and global field service programs. It operates multiple R&D centres and manufacturing sites and supports product lifecycle activities including refurbishment, responsible disposal and spare-parts logistics.
Industries
N/A
Products
Baggage, parcel and cargo X‑ray scanners
Tunnel X‑ray scanners with single/multi-energy and dual-view options for baggage, parcels and cargo screening across checkpoints, hold-baggage and freight operations.
Computed Tomography (CT) hold-baggage and large-item scanners
Rotating CT gantry systems that produce volumetric 3D images for automatic explosives detection and compliance with advanced EDS standards.
People and body scanners (transmission X‑ray)
Non-invasive transmission X‑ray body-scanning systems for detection of concealed weapons, drugs and contraband on individuals.
Vehicle, rail and portal inspection systems
Mobile and fixed vehicle inspection systems providing side-view and top-side imaging for vehicle, railcar and container assessment.
Trace detection and handheld chemical/warfare-agent identifiers
Portable chemical and radiological detection instruments and trace screening systems for rapid field identification of hazardous chemicals and agents.
Biological identifier and biosensor-based detection systems
Bioaerosol collection and rapid identification systems for onsite detection of viruses, bacteria and toxins, including biosensor-based rapid assays.
Baggage, parcel and cargo X‑ray scanners
Tunnel X‑ray scanners with single/multi-energy and dual-view options for baggage, parcels and cargo screening across checkpoints, hold-baggage and freight operations.
Computed Tomography (CT) hold-baggage and large-item scanners
Rotating CT gantry systems that produce volumetric 3D images for automatic explosives detection and compliance with advanced EDS standards.
People and body scanners (transmission X‑ray)
Non-invasive transmission X‑ray body-scanning systems for detection of concealed weapons, drugs and contraband on individuals.
Vehicle, rail and portal inspection systems
Mobile and fixed vehicle inspection systems providing side-view and top-side imaging for vehicle, railcar and container assessment.
Trace detection and handheld chemical/warfare-agent identifiers
Portable chemical and radiological detection instruments and trace screening systems for rapid field identification of hazardous chemicals and agents.
Biological identifier and biosensor-based detection systems
Bioaerosol collection and rapid identification systems for onsite detection of viruses, bacteria and toxins, including biosensor-based rapid assays.
Services
Field service, maintenance and repairs
Global 24/7 field technician support, preventive and corrective maintenance, and emergency repair services to maximise equipment availability.
Training and operator certification
Multilevel training programmes for operators, technicians and advanced users delivered on-site and online to ensure safe and effective system use.
Spare parts, consumables and logistics
Global spare-parts distribution, consumables supply and local stock sites to support rapid replenishment and operational continuity.
Responsible disposal, refurbishment and takeback
End-of-life asset management including refurbishment, recycling and compliant disposal to recover reusable components and reduce waste.
Digital remote support and predictive maintenance
Remote diagnostics, SMS-based service workflows and predictive algorithms to minimise site visits and anticipate part replacements.
Field service, maintenance and repairs
Global 24/7 field technician support, preventive and corrective maintenance, and emergency repair services to maximise equipment availability.
Training and operator certification
Multilevel training programmes for operators, technicians and advanced users delivered on-site and online to ensure safe and effective system use.
Spare parts, consumables and logistics
Global spare-parts distribution, consumables supply and local stock sites to support rapid replenishment and operational continuity.
Responsible disposal, refurbishment and takeback
End-of-life asset management including refurbishment, recycling and compliant disposal to recover reusable components and reduce waste.
Digital remote support and predictive maintenance
Remote diagnostics, SMS-based service workflows and predictive algorithms to minimise site visits and anticipate part replacements.
Expertise Areas
- Security screening and threat-detection engineering
- X‑ray and CT imaging system design and integration
- Biological threat detection and bioaerosol monitoring
- AI-based image analysis and automated prohibited-items detection
Key Technologies
- Computed tomography (CT) 3D volumetric imaging
- Multi-energy and dual-view X‑ray imaging
- AI-based object recognition for security screening
- Advanced image-processing algorithms (wall removal, de-overlap)