- Housed in a common delivery van - mobile and inconspicuous, allowing for surprise inspections
- Combined technologies - simultaneous Transmission and Z® Backscatter X-ray imaging - providing the most information to the operator about the object under examination
- Proprietary Z Backscatter technology to provide photo-like images that highlight organic threats and contraband, expediting analysis while reducing operator fatigue
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security knows the AS&E Advantage. In September 2003 they ordered 19 101ZVans for a variety of homeland defense applications, including force protection, port and border security, and counterterrorism.
The 101ZVan combines AS&E's patented Z Backscatter technology with traditional Transmission X-rays. The system is engineered to be mobile and totally self-contained.
Designed for mobility and ease of use, the Model 101ZVan is an inspection unit that fits within a standard van. The totally integrated system requires a single operator, and allows for surprise inspections whenever a security threat or trade fraud is suspected.
Model 101ZVan can operate on its own auxiliary power unit or on local ground power, and can process up to 1,500 parcels per hour. The operator's console is equipped with various system controls and separate displays for transmission and backscatter images. The console is mounted on an arm that extends outside the vehicle during operation and stows inside the vehicle for ease of transport and storage.
Model 101ZVan Specs at-a-Glance
Tunnel Opening
- Length: Unlimited
- Standard Width: 89 cm (35")
- Height: 104 cm (41")
Overall Dimensions
- Length: 556 cm (219")
- Width: 203 cm (80")
- Height: 231 cm (91")
- Weight: +/- 3900 kg (8600 lbs)
Conveyor
Auto-stop, auto-return and continuous mode allows one-person operation
- Width: 71 cm (28") 32"
- Height: 101.6 cm (40")
- Capacity: 136 kg (300 lbs)
Health & Safety
Complies with applicable federal health and safety regulations:
- Center for Devices and Radiological Health Standards for Cabinet X-ray Systems (21 CFR subchapter J section 1020.40)
- U.S. Federal Aviation Administration Use of X-ray Systems (14 CFR part 108.17 and 129.26)
Image Analysis Features
Density Expand: Density Expand allows the operator to adjust the contrast of the displayed image, thus enhancing differences in objects that may initially appear similar. (System is also equipped with Density Expand Lock, to maintain density setting for successive scans.)
Edge Enhancement: Edge Enhancement is a computer-based algorithm used to accentuate the edges of objects in the X-ray image, helping the operator to recognize anomalies faster and more readily.
Example: Sharpens and enhances thin wires associated with explosives.
Penetration: Penetration of 24 mm is provided. Extra penetration is available as an option.
Reverse Video: Reverse Video allows operators to enhance X-ray images by reversing polarity of white and black contrast.
Zoom: Zoom provides 2X and 4X magnification options with joystick control to roam continuously through full field of view. (System is also equipped with Zoom Lock.)
