Walkthrough Gates and Metal Detectors

Understanding and Selecting Walk-Through Security Metal Detectors Walkthrough Gate

Walk-through metal detectors fall into one of two general categories. The first style of walk-through metal detectors provides single-zone detection. The second style provides multi-zone detection. Basic multi-zone detectors like the Garrett MT 5500 will identify whether the target is on the left side or right side. To understand the difference, I will provide a quick example. Let’s say that an individual walk through the opening of the metal detector with a concealed weapon located at their ankles. Both the single and multi-zone detectors will locate the target. The difference between the two is that the multi-zone detector will be able to identify the location of the target, on either the left or right side of the individual. More advanced multi-zone detectors like the Garrett PD 6500 will pinpoint the specific location from head to toe and on the left or right side.

Pinpointing the location of the target quickly is important so that your security personnel can respond swiftly. Larger crowds require greater throughput. If you are scanning a large volume of individuals, a multi-zone metal detector will let you process more individuals quicker.

Single Zone Walk Through Metal Detectors (walkthrough gate­)

• Garrett Magnascanner CS 5000 (walkthrough gate­)
• Garrett Magnascanner MS 3500 (walkthrough gate­)

Multi-Zone Walk-Through Metal Detectors:

• Garrett Magnascanner MT 5500 (walkthrough gate­)
• Garrett PD6500i (walkthrough gate­)
• Fisher M-Scope Portable Walk-Through Security Metal Detector (walkthrough gate­)

What are the typical locations and uses for a walk-through gate metal detector?

At one time, security metal detectors were primarily seen just in airports and correctional facilities. Today we see walk-through detectors in a variety of locations including police stations, nightclubs, schools, public and private buildings, and corporate workplace security. They are also used in manufacturing facilities, warehouses for loss prevention, nuclear facilities, transportation terminals, courthouses, historical landmarks, sporting events, arenas, and at concerts. One of the first places to pick up a walk-through detector from us was a roller skating rink, and that was nearly 25 years ago.

Choosing the best configuration.

Will your detector be set up at one location or do you plan to move the detector from location to location? If you will be moving the detector often, you will want a lightweight portable walk-through metal detector or one that can be moved easily.

Setup and operation:

Modern security walk thru detectors are easy to set up and operate. Each unit will come with a detailed manual and instructional setup video. Digital electronics are easily adjusted through a touchpad and LCD. The walk-through metal detectors come with factory preset programs. You can adjust the detectors for your specific location or the type of object that you are looking to locate. Based on the level of sensitivity that you choose, the detector can be adjusted to locate various targets.

Controlling the flow of traffic is important when setting up your metal detector. You will want to be sure that all individuals that enter or leave the building are directed through the detector. It is a good idea to have a basket or tray set up next to the metal detector for individuals to place any metal objects in. Watches, coins, keys, belts, and other large metal objects must be removed before walking through the detector. The better organized you are, the better your throughput will be.

Do I need a security metal detector wand?

You can think of the walk thru detector as the general screening device. Once you have identified that an individual has a concealed item, you will need to precisely pinpoint it. A metal detector wand will let you locate the target quickly. Security wands will alert you to the target with an audible tone, target identification light, vibration, or a combination of the three. The wand metal detector is a required accessory for use with the walk-thru gate.

Metal Detector Security Wands featuring Audio and Vibration Alerts:

• Garrett Superscanner (walkthrough gate­)
• Garrett Superwand (walkthrough gate­)
• Fisher CW-20 Hand-Held Security Metal Detector Wand (walkthrough gate­)
• Fisher CW-10 Hand-Held Security Metal Detector Wand (walkthrough gate­)
• Metal Detector Security Wands featuring Vibration Only Alerts:
• Garrett THD (walkthrough gate­)

Rolling out your security plan:

While it is a significant investment, do not get too caught up on the cost of acquiring your walk-through metal detectors. Your largest expense will be the annual cost of security personnel to operate the equipment. While you may already have staff on hand, you might find that you will need to allocate funds to increase staffing. Armed with a good knowledge of your organization and the available types of security metal detectors, you are now ready to choose the best equipment. We are here to help you put the pieces of the puzzle together. Feel free to speak with one of our Security Product Specialists to discuss your specific needs.

Understanding and Selecting Security Guards / Bouncers

By Imtiaz Ahmad Malik, First of all, you need to select a security company that is doing superior work in the field. Just seeing on the internet a few renowned security companies wouldn’t suffice. You need to check for the repute and response. When selecting a company, you may ask your friends and family, to see which security company is ISO Certified. Evaluate its work history, check all credentials, held meetings, must see who is heading the company in that area like the CEO. You should know that CEO is highly professional and know the job. His backtrack must tell you that he /she has been working in renowned security setups or has worked in Multinational companies or UN (Projects or directly worked in UNDSS). If the CEO or the chairmen does not have a security background that too of international organizations, it’s likely that you may face problems in getting better services. If you need Security guards, bodyguards, Escort guards, persons for close protection, Executive protection, travel security or you need home security, you need to select a company with all care. Most renowned companies in Asia do not provide services to every client. They select their target market and work in the same. Few good security companies do not provide a single security guard, those companies deal in bulk. In Pakistan, very few companies have the expertise in the training of Bodyguards and CPOs. Those companies working in the provision of Bodyguards are very few in Lahore. If you are in need to travel somewhere or have some event like high marriages or you need to have a good protocol with superior bodyguards, CPOs, or escort guards, you can google, see the website instead of Facebook, read the blog, look for the services and select your security company for the initial stage. In the second phase, talk to them, and see their professional approach instead flowery offers and attractive discussion. You should be clear on the following.

  Full licensure according to state and local laws

* Reputation with previous clients and certifications like ISO certification.

* References

* Policies

* Equipment and weapons

* Management Policies

* Cost vis-à-vis quality

* Responsiveness of a security company