Real Threats. Real Solutions.

Cargo Security Systems

L-3 SYSTEM APPLICATIONS:

Threat Detection: L-3s cargo X-ray inspection systems produce clear, precise images that eliminate ambiguity when searching for threat substances masked by densely packed cargo. Manifest and Declaration Verication: Advanced detector electronics and patented imaging software produce images with an extraordinary level of detail, enabling image analysts to quickly identify manifest anomalies and questionable contents. Contraband Detection: From explosives to drugs, stowaways, or other potential hazards, L-3s screening technologies offer an accurate, sensitive, and non-invasive approach to nding concealed contraband. Regulatory Compliance: Rapid conrmation of the contents of containers, vehicles, and palletized loads is essential to keeping commerce moving. L-3s proven screening technology gives regulatory ofcials the tools they need to inspect with condence cargo of all kinds. Theft Prevention: L-3s non-invasive X-ray technologies enable inspectors to reliably screen cargo without a physical search, reducing the potential for theft and damage caused by opening and inspecting individual containers and boxes.

AIRPORTS
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SEAPORTS
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RAILYARDS
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EVERY DAY, billions of tons of goods and materials pour through border crossings, ports, and rail yards with an ever-present potential for danger. Dense loads can shelter virtually anything: weapons of mass destruction, conventional weapons, stolen and undervalued goods, drugs, or stowaways. The possibilities are endless, and the consequences of failing to identify hidden threat

substances can be disastrous. Cargo inspection is the rst and last line of defense against terrorism, contraband trafcking, and theft at entry points around the globe. With innovative screening solutions designed to match the energy, sophistication, and boundless imagination of the criminal mind, L-3 Security and Detection Systems provide critical safeguards for every point of entry: air, land,

inland waterways, and seaports. Blending landmark image capture and processing technology with versatile platforms that span the spectrum of physical requirements, L-3 presents an extraordinary line of cargo X-ray systems to match the complex demands of border, port, rail, and aviation security.

BORDER CROSSINGS
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Precision. Clarity. Innovation.

The L-3 Imaging Advantage
With best-in-class penetration and throughput rates, L-3s cargo X-ray inspection systems set the standard for accuracy, efficiency, and cost savings. Advanced detector electronics and patented imaging software produce images with exquisite detail, enabling image analysts to quickly identify manifest anomalies and questionable contents. Because cargo density in any single container can vary from empty to thickly compact, L-3s innovative imaging technology optimizes image quality to produce highly readable scans every time. Whether viewing an entire image on screen, zooming in for a closer look, or highlighting areas of interest with color overlays, L-3s user-programmable image enhancement tools give screeners virtually unlimited options for capturing the best image for the task at hand. High-resolution flat panel and LCD monitors that give the clearest possible picture in every view mode and integrated manifest displays are standard equipment in all L-3 cargo systems. Archiving is fast and simple, and generous storage capacities keep thousands of images at the ready. With just a touch, operators and inspectors can access system controls, status, and diagnostic functions. High-performance Windows-compatible software interfaces let users access the controls they need when they need them.

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Image analysts have a host of user-friendly tools at their ngertips to help them zero in on suspicious contents and inspect cargo loads with condence. Pseudo-color overlay capability Variable contrast control Edge enhancement and sharpening Gray-level mapping Variable zoom, fit-to-screen Image marking Voice annotation Log and square-root mapping Histogram equalization DeepScan imaging algorithm
Each item contained in palletized cargo is easily distinguishable, even the smallest item in a complex array of boxed materials

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Rugged. Easy. Versatile.

FIXED-SITE X-RAY SYSTEMS
Whether your cargo travels by air, land, or sea, L-3 can help you meet the challenges of screening large freight loads with three powerhouse X-ray systems. All three utilize L-3s DeepScan adaptive histogram equalization algorithm, a proprietary image-optimizing technology that produces exquisitely detailed images regardless of cargo density.

From break-bulk cargo to fully loaded long-haul trucks, L-3 cargo screening systems get the job done fast. L-3 congures xed-site, relocatable gantry, mobile, and pallet X-ray systems in a broad range of sizes, throughput capacities, and options.

MOBILE CARGO X-RAY SYSTEMS

Built on internationally supported chassis for highway travel, L-3s truck, van, and towcart X-ray systems put best-in-class cargo-imaging technology on the road to get you from one inspection site to another with unrivaled safety, comfort, versatility, and ease of use.

CX-3800G
High-energy X-ray Gantry System
From fully loaded 18-wheelers to intermodal shipping and air cargo containers, the CX-3800G scans large loads with ease and precision. While vehicles/containers remain stationary, the X-ray source and detectors pass over the targeted object, enabling precise control of the scan speed to assure consistent, distortion-free images. The CX-3800G with 3.8MeV X-ray source can penetrate up to 270mm (10") of steel, scan 25 trucks or containers per hour, and store more than 10,000 scanned images in various media formats. Designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions, the CX-3800G performs flawlessly in desert heat, extreme cold, wind, and precipitation. The CX-3800G does all that and more in the most compact footprint available.

CX-9000F
High-energy X-ray System
L-3 developed the CX-9000F in response to cargos biggest challengethe need to screen high volumes of large, densely packed shipping containers. With 9.0 MeV of penetrating power, the CX-9000F images through 350mm (13") of steel and boasts an unprecedented throughput rate of up to 50 forty-foot (12.2m) containers per hour. It owes its remarkable capacity to a series of moving platforms that enable the system to process up to six container trucks simultaneously, through a precisioncontrolled sequence of parallel activities. The amazing efficiency of the CX-9000F yields the highest throughput rate in the industry and establishes L-3 as the leader in cargo scanning technology.

CX-6000R
Rail Cargo Scanner
The CX-6000R scans dense rail cargo with ease. Its powerful 6.0MeV X-ray source, capable of penetrating 300mm (12") of steel, can image the entire contents of a fully loaded train to stop threats in their tracks. A throughput champion, the CX-6000R scans boxcars, tankers, double-stacked cars, and automobile carriers moving at speeds up to 10 MPH (16.1 KPH). Built to endure the extremes of heat and cold, precipitation, and wind in excess of 125 MPH (201.2 KPH), the CX-6000R with DeepScan takes the lead in image quality, reliability, and ease of use for rail applications.

CX-3800M
High-energy X-ray Mobile System
The self-contained CX-3800M with DeepScan represents the ultimate in road-ready cargo screening. Capable of penetrating more than 270mm (10") of steel, the versatile CX-3800M is remarkably easy to deploy, operate, and maintain, and fully operable in less than 20 minutes. Scans up to 20 vehicles an hour or a row of large cargo containers in a single pass. Job done, the CX-3800M is just as easily packed up, secured, and made ready for its next assignment. The CX-3800M meets U.S. and international radiation and highway safety standards with features that include: automatic collision-avoidance; closed-circuit TV cameras to capture views from critical vantage points; and automatic safety interlocks to prevent X-ray use until all necessary safety preparations have been made. Operators stay safe and comfortable in the spacious, air-conditioned, soundproof operator room.

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PALLET INSPECTION SYSTEMS

Autovan CX-160V
The rugged, compact Autovan CX-160V houses a powerful, high-speed PX-231 X-ray System, ready for fast deployment to remote locations or to help handle cargo overflow and relieve bottlenecks during peak shipping periods. Built to provide years of reliable use under the toughest road conditions, the diesel-powered Autovan generates ample technical and utility power to operate all standard on-board equipment, including air conditioning. The PX-231 X-ray scanner features a 1000 mm wide by 800 mm high (39.4" x 31.5") aperture, ideal for screening large boxes and break-bulk cargo at airports, customs, force protection facilities, dockyards, and remote warehouses. Mounted and positioned for proper weight distribution to assure excellent vehicle handling, the PX-231 is easily accessed for operation and servicing.

PX-231 Towcart
The PX-231 Towcart integrates the PX-231 X-ray System as explained in the Autovan CX-160V descriptionwith a heavy-duty, custom-designed trailer to bring grab-and-tow mobile X-ray screening capability wherever it is needed. Easily towed by a large car or four-wheel-drive vehicle, the trailer can be modified for use anywhere in the world. A petrol generator provides power to the X-ray system for use even in the most remote locations.

PX-160P
With a tunnel opening 1.5m wide x 1.65m high (59" wide by 65" high) and a two-speed conveyor with 6,600lb (3000kg) capacity, the PX-160P is a veritable workhorse for inspecting large boxed, crated, or palletized cargo. Its160kVp X-ray, capable of penetrating more than 27 mm (1") of steel, produces best-in-class images and includes many of the imaging features and conveniences found on L-3s larger, more advanced systems.

CX-450P
The dual-energy CX-450P excels at scanning oversized and uniquely shaped items, including crates, pallets, aircraft containers, tugs, dollies, and small vehicles. The 450kVp panoramic X-ray source, housed in a steel-andlead-shielded construction, detects two levels of X-ray energy, capable of penetrating 90mm (3.5") of steel, to produce the industrys most precise material discrimination abilities. The CX-450P is also available with dual view, two X-ray sources that scan contents both horizontally and vertically. The two views are 90 relative to one another, providing additional insight into suspicious cargo beyond that of a single view.

Efcient. Intuitive. Reliable.

Workstations and networkable solutions for every situation
Our quiet, climate-controlled workstations are intuitively matched to the diverse physical settings and demands of inspecting thousands of tons of palletized or containerized goods. Combining the ultimate in comfort and safety with ergonomic designs, L-3 workstations enable analysts and operators to perform at the peak of efficiency. Designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions, our workstations comfortably shelter operators and analysts from extremes of heat, cold, wind, and precipitation. The L-3 family of cargo screening solutions shares the same imaging technology, using common modules applied in different configurations to meet a range of scanning needs. This simplified component design approach streamlines maintenance, training, and service across platforms and product lines, while offering proven technology that guarantees consistently superior performance. Our cargo screening solutions offer the advantage of optional wireless communication for image transfer, diagnostics, and remote viewing, as well as wireless monitoring, command, and control systems, and can be equipped with remote analyst workstations if required. L-3 X-ray systems meet applicable U.S. and European regulatory requirements for radiation safety, and are designed for compliance with UL and CE requirements. L-3 takes the lead in shaping industry best practices, and is an active partner with its customers in the development of cutting-edge threat-prevention solutions. At the foundation of this partnership is L-3s commitment to unparalleled customer service and support that extends throughout the life cycle of each system and beyond. From needs analysis, site survey planning, project management, and financing to installation, customization, training, compliance, and preventive maintenance, L-3 provides unmatched expertise at every step. Our global field-service team, the largest in the industry today, provides expert equipment maintenance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week throughout the U.S. and in 80 countries. L-3s well-stocked, worldwide parts depots ensure that parts are always available to help avoid costly downtime.

Committed. Experienced. Ready.

Unrivaled Support and Service
Our expertly trained instructors understand the challenges of daily X-ray screening and the demands placed on operators and image analysts charged with effectively inspecting hundreds of freight loads every day. Their thorough knowledge of passenger terminals, shipping ports, warehouses, security checkpoints, and other large facilities brings invaluable real-world system operation and maintenance experience to new operators, repair technicians, and staff. We offer comprehensive hands-on and classroom training at customer and L-3 manufacturing sites and installations.

Image analyst compares contents listed on integrated manifests (top screens) with color-enhanced scan images in the comfort and safety of climate-controlled workstation

Wireless image transfer allows remote viewing and analysis

Training courses are staffed by expert instructors thoroughly familiar with the daily routines of cargo screening

Customer service dispatches eldservice support 24/7 in response to customers service needs

The L-3 Advantage

On the leading edge of threat-detection technologies, L-3 offers a host of powerful security solutions that deliver exceptional image quality, throughput, user-friendliness, and flexibility. By leveraging the strength and experience of one of the industrys largest service organizations, L-3 creates outstanding security solutions designed to keep pace with constant change. Blending best-in-class penetration and landmark image processing together with innovative system designs, L-3 inspection technologies lead the industry in precision, performance, and reliability. Whether screening travelers at checkpoints, examining checked or carry-on bags, or scrutinizing the contents of a fully loaded tractor-trailer or intermodal shipping container, theres an L-3 Security and Detection system to fit the bill. L-3s fully supported, networkable solutions are a stalwart ally in your fight to identify and eliminate security risks. L-3 Security and Detection Systems is an ISO-90012000 registered company for the development, manufacture, and support of advanced contraband and explosives detection systems.

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