Mr. Peter Evans reports
XTRACT ONE SELECTED BY UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN HEALTH-WEST TO STRENGTHEN EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT SECURITY
Xtract One Technologies
Inc.'s
Xtract One SmartGateway has been selected by
University of Michigan Health-West
(UM Health-West) to enhance security at its emergency department entrance. The initial deployment seeks to prioritize pro-active protection for patients, staff and visitors, and marks the first of up to 20 potential installations across Michigan.
As a hospital serving more than 61,000 emergency patients annually, UM Health-West was seeking to improve upon prior choices and deliver a pro-active solution to address the organization's primary concern: preventing prohibited items and weapons from entering the emergency department. SmartGateway showcased efficacy in meeting the organization's detection needs, reinforcing confidence in the technology's ability to support a safer care environment without disrupting daily operations. UM Health-West was drawn to the strength of the company's artificial-intelligence-driven detection capabilities and the system's compact footprint, which allows it to fit within the organization's narrow emergency department hallways. SmartGateways are also able to operate effectively outdoors in West Michigan's climate.
"Health care environments require security solutions that are both proactive and unobtrusive, particularly in emergency departments where space is limited and patient care must remain the top priority," said Peter Evans, chief executive officer of Xtract One. "By deploying our AI-driven system, UM Health-West is taking a forward-looking approach to detecting weapons and, in turn, preserving a safe and welcoming care environment. We are proud of this meaningful opportunity to work with U-M, and more specifically deliver the outcomes they imagined but did not receive with prior solution choices."
"We're always looking for ways to keep our patients, visitors and team members safe," said Gary Gorski, director of security at UM Health-West. "After seeing the technology in action, we felt this was a practical, pro-active step to help detect weapons while keeping the experience smooth for everyone who comes through our doors."
SmartGateway delivers fast, discreet and accurate individual screening, utilizing AI-powered sensors to unobtrusively scan for weapons and other prohibited items upon entry. This technology replaces intimidating, traditional metal detectors and mitigates the need for individuals to remove personal items. The system prioritizes individual privacy and comfort, all while maximizing security screening outcomes. SmartGateway is designed to enable seamless passage through checkpoints and promote the uninterrupted flow of movement for high-traffic environments. In working with security teams, SmartGateway enables increased detection performance, reduced congestions and welcoming visitor experiences.
About Xtract One
Technologies Inc.
Xtract One Technologies
is a leading technology-driven provider of threat detection and security solutions leveraging AI to deliver seamless and secure experiences. The company makes unobtrusive weapons and threat detection systems that are designed to assist facility operators in prioritizing and delivering improved "walk-right-in" experiences while enhancing safety. Xtract One's innovative portfolio of AI-powered Gateway solutions excels at allowing facilities to discreetly screen and identify weapons and other threats at points of entry and exit without disrupting the flow of traffic. With solutions built to serve the unique market needs for schools, hospitals, arenas, stadiums, manufacturing, distribution and other customers, Xtract One is recognized as a market leader delivering the highest security in combination with the best individual experience.
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