Advanced Detection Technology introduces UVSS, license plate recognition

Jan. 10, 2008
Firm to introduce license plate recognition, under-vehicle surveillance systems at Intersec Middle East

Maiden, NC - January 10, 2008 -- Advanced Detection Technology, the global leader in security and detection solutions such as the FastGate Access Control System, today announced that it will unveil several new products at Intersec Middle East - a global security and access control conference and exhibition.

"Our new FastPlate Mobile, FastPlate Handheld and SceneCam Mobile raise the bar for security system providers," explained Dale Hiatt, President of Advanced Detection Technology. "Through these announcements, we deliver on our commitment to become the premiere global provider of security and access control systems, providing products that are easy-to-use and robust -- increasing productivity while decreasing the total cost of security. We are honored to present these new products at Intersec Middle East, one of the most important security events of the year."

The four new security and access control solutions to be launched at the event include:

FastPlate Mobile Automated License Plate Recognition System, which captures and processes license plates on vehicles traveling up to 177 kilometers per hour (110 MPH) in up to 4 lanes of traffic. FastPlate Mobile automatically validates license plates and stores results, features mounted and handheld digital cameras, and also permits manual entry of vehicle information. FastPlate Mobile's dash mount accommodates ruggedized Tablet PC or Notebook computers and its cameras withstand harsh road conditions. With prices beginning at about $US 14,900, FastPlate Mobile features an easy-to-use touch screen optimized for in-vehicle use.

FastPlate Handheld Automated License Plate Recognition System captures and processes license plate information with an integrated handheld camera and computing device. Designed to automatically validate license plates and store results, FastPlate Handheld can scan driver's license magnetic stripe, capture images of driver and driver's license as well as the driver's signature. With prices beginning at $US 13,300, FastPlate features an easy-to-use touch screen that is optimized for portable use.

Enabling surveillance of the front, rear, left, right, or interior of any vehicle, Advanced Detection Technology's SceneCam Mobile Vehicle Video Surveillance System captures and stores up to four channels of images. Ideal for law enforcement and public transportation such as taxis and buses, SceneCam Mobile monitors and records security threats while moving or stationary and its four high-resolution digital cameras -- available in handheld or fixed configurations - link to Tablet PC or Notebook computers. SceneCam Mobile's handheld configuration is ideal for use in parking lots or car parks. Pricing for SceneCam Mobile begins at $US 9,100.

Modular and versatile, the new components of Advanced Detection Technology's FastGate Access Control Solutions are designed to provide security personnel with immediate information about visitors, contractors, and employees and as well as their vehicles and equipment. FastGate augments basic access control approaches with RFID card readers, biometric identification, and FastPlate Automated License Plate Recognition. With FastGate , you can identify and log visitors with VisiScan drivers license and VisiCam photograph capture, monitor the surrounding area with rugged SceneCam high-resolution digital cameras, command the system using the FastGate Command Center installed on an indoor or outdoor touchscreen kiosk, and instantly train new employees with interactive on-screen training and help modules. FastGate is also available in a portable configuration, PortaPoint. Pricing for FastGate Access Control Solutions begins at about $US 18,000.

Also featured at the event are Advanced Detection Technology's LowCam Under Vehicle Inspection Systems -- available in portable, fixed or in-ground configurations -- which incorporate the best available components and are rugged and durable with easy-to-use control units. LowCam produces clear and sharp images with any vehicle, enables complete operator control of video record and playback and is configurable for manual or completely automatic operation. Ready to operate both day and night, LowCam Under Vehicle Inspection Systems install rapidly and are available beginning at US$ 8,900.

"Advanced Detection Technology's exciting new security solutions will increase security in our region of the world," declared Sankara Narayanan, Head of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and Security Products at Mahindra Intertrade -- the Company's sales, service and integration partner for India and the Middle East. "The Company's expanding solution portfolio can address any customer need, no matter how complex. We are delighted to partner with Advanced Detection Technology to offer such innovative, high-performance products to our clients."

Advanced Detection Technology will introduce its new products at 11:00 a.m. at its stand 3729C-3730C in the American Pavilion on the first day of the event, Sunday 13 January 2008. Visit Advanced Detection Technology and its local sales, service and integration partner Mahindra Intertrade on 13, 14 and 15 January 2008 in the Za'abeel Hall and Halls 1-5 at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

About Advanced Detection Technology: Advanced Detection Technology protects people, property and information in aviation, education, corporate, commercial, energy, entertainment, government, hospitality, industrial, military, port, transportation, property management, correctional, transit and parking environments. Offering the most complete line of security, access control and inspection solutions in the industry, Advanced Detection Technology meets every possible budgetary and application requirement. The Company's products, providing security and protection since 2003, include the Fast Gate Access Control System and the LowCam Under-Vehicle Inspection System. Visit Advanced Detection Technology on the Web at www.advanced-detection-technology.com.

About Intersec Middle East: Firmly established in the international calendar as the first place the industry comes to do business, Intersec Middle East 2008 will feature more than 700 exhibitors from over 50 countries including a large number of national groups such as Austria, France, Germany, Italy, the UK, Korea, China, Singapore, Scandinavia, Taiwan, USA and Hong Kong as well as more than 130 companies from the Middle East. Visit Intersec Middle East on the Web at www.intersecexpo.com.