New technology is currently on trial at Melbourne Airport’s Terminal 4, and Aalborg Airport in Denmark, which avoids liquids, aerosols and laptops having to be taken out of the traveller’s baggage, thus streamlining the security screening process at the airport.
While existing security technology scans bags in 2D, the new machines will take a Checkpoint Computed Tomography (CT) scan in 3D, allowing items inside to be inspected in more detail.
The new technology includes the CT baggage screening system, an automatic tray handling system delivering a steady flow of trays, as well as checkpoint management software with image analysis capabilities that integrates all components together to offer a single integrated solution to better assist security staff.
“We no longer need random trace-detector searches, which is a major improvement for both passengers and operators. And we have achieved the ultimate aim of significantly increasing throughput. The Checkpoint project is a significant component in the plan to secure future overall growth – and it is not finished yet,” said head of Security, Aalborg Airport, Søren Bjerg.
