Texas-based Athena Security has revealed its new firearms detection scanner, which is installed at airports owned by Propeller Airports (picture above from Seattle Airport)

This is not the first weapon scanning solution that means people do not need to empty their bags and pockets, but Athena says it is 10 times faster than standard airport security or entry into public buildings.

 “Our new walk-through metal detector overcomes this Catch 22 allowing for the fast flow of traffic into buildings while providing a high level of weapons detection and security screening,” says Athena Security Co-founder and President Lisa Falzone.

“The system automatically tells the difference between a weapon and a cell phone, keys and watches, eliminating the need to divest items required by legacy metal detectors.  We see this as a perfect solution for institutions to deter and detect concealed weapons.”

“Propeller Airports began working with Athena Security at the onset of the pandemic in 2020 after learning about their thermal screening system that monitors for elevated body temperatures,” said Brett Smith, CEO Propeller Airports LLC. 

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“Our goal as a passenger terminal operator is to not only offer a seamless airport experience, but to have the safest environment possible. And so, when Athena introduced their concealed weapons detection technology, we did not hesitate to evaluate and install another of their cutting-edge solutions to add yet another layer of protection for our guests.”

Athena says customers also appreciate the RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) integration that offers accountability by identifying who is passing through, while maintaining a high traffic flow. Athena’s access control integrations provide the ability to open or lock doors or a turnstile depending on the situation. Customers can also view and monitor alerts anywhere in the world from their current VMS security system.

“My company just installed the Athena concealed weapon detection system, after a lot of research. With varying threats, it’s important to work with local authorities, community leaders, and buy the best technology possible.” said a small business owner in Minneapolis that wishes to remain anonymous after he was threatened with a gun, and the neighboring businesses were broken into and looted.

Last month Patriot One Technologies revealed details of its new SmartGateway for stadiums, which scans the audience for weapons, at the new $388m Moody Center in Austin, Texas. SmartGateway proves itself at Austin’s new $388m concert venue

About Athena Security
Headquartered in Austin, TX and founded by former Revel Systems co-founders Lisa Falzone and Chris Ciabarra, Athena Security is an Apple iPad temperature detection and gun detection security company. Athena Security’s temperature detection is accurate within +-0.2 degrees Celsius. The concealed weapon solution, now including Athena’s new Entryway Detection System, uses multiple sensors to detect guns and mitigate risk.  For more information go to Athena Security’s website HERE.

About Propeller Airports
Based in Everett, WA, Propeller ‘identifies untapped potential for commercial air travel by working with local communities and government to maximize airport assets’. Propeller is focused on opportunities to invest, develop and manage both general aviation and commercial service airports and infrastructure throughout the United States.  In partnership with Global Infrastructure Partners. For more information click HERE

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