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Supporting you to achieve your security and operational objectives.

Smiths Detection has worked with defence forces for almost 70 years, gaining significant insight into the needs of armed forces, as well as experience in applying smart science at the frontline. Our low-maintenance and reliable equipment produces accurate, in-real-time information about traces of explosives or other suspect materials on people, packages, vehicles or surfaces.

Our Expertise

Defence operations and other high-security government installations need reliable equipment to secure infrastructures to keep personnel and equipment safe. Our broad range of threat detection and screening solutions provide top level security screening, providing confidence so defence personnel can focus on their mission.

Base & Site Security

Keeping your base and site secure is mission critical. Our solutions include checkpoint, vehicle, cargo and perimeter screening solutions to help keep troops safe.

Narcotic and Explosive Detection

Solutions that aid in the interception of explosives and narcotics are mission-critical. Whether in a “hot-zone”, at a checkpoint, or at a border crossing – Smiths Detection holds the deep programme expertise needed to assist forces with their most challenging requirements.

Chemical & Radiation Detection

Smiths Detection possesses project and engineering expertise to transform laboratory science into fast, accurate and in-theatre solutions to detect, identify and analyse chemical, radiological, nuclear and explosive threats as well as contraband.

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HI-SCAN 5030C

A transportable and lightweight X-ray scanner, ideal for screening in mail rooms or building entrances, including: courthouses, schools, event venues, stadiums or correctional facilities.

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BioFlash Biological Identifier

The biothreat detector provides rapid, biological aerosol collection and identification in a compact unit.

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IONSCAN 600

IONSCAN 600 is a highly sensitive, non-radioactive, lightweight, portable desktop system that detects and identifies trace amounts of explosives and narcotics.

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HazMatID Elite

HazMatID Elite is a ruggedized hand-held Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) identifier of solid and liquid chemicals.

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Target-ID

Using Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy technology, the Target-ID identification system quickly identifies illicit narcotics and controlled substances in the field.

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LCD 4

A rugged and reliable chemical-warfare agent identifier and TIC detector, the LCD is the most widely deployed personal chemical detector in use by armed forces globally.

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UrbanAware

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HI-SCAN 5180si

HI-SCAN 5180si produces extremely detailed X-ray images for improved checked baggage security at airport checkpoints.

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HI-SCAN 6030di

A compact X-ray inspection system for the screening of small objects such as purses, bags, pouches or packages in mail rooms or building entrances.

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HI-SCAN 6040-2is HR

An advanced dual-view X-ray inspection system for the automatic detection of solid and liquid explosives in checked baggage.

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HI-SCAN 6040C

Designed to screen bags and parcels for prohibited and dangerous items, the HI-SCAN 6040C is ideal for screening at building entrances.

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HI-SCAN 6040i

This X-ray unit is ideal for screening personal belongings and cabin baggage at aviation checkpoints and building entrances.

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HI-SCAN 6046si

Utilizing high resolution XADA detector modules, the HI-SCAN 6046si produces extremely detailed X-ray images of screened baggage and parcels.

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HI-SCAN 7555i

The HI-SCAN 7555i provides high quality image analysis for the screening of checked baggage and packages.

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HI-SCAN 7555si

With large tunnel dimensions and an advanced multi energy X-ray generator, the HI-SCAN 7555si provides high quality image analysis of baggage and parcels.

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HI-SCAN 100100T

Ideal for inspecting over-sized baggage and freight, the HI-SCAN 100100T is a state-of-the-art X-ray inspection system for heavy objects up to a size of 100 x 100cm.

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HI-SCAN 100100V

A compact X-ray security screening system, the HI-SCAN 100100V is designed for facilities requiring high-security screening of items up to a size of 100 x 100cm.

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HI-SCAN 100100V-2is

Featuring a high-speed conveyor belt, the HI-SCAN 100100V-2is provides high-quality images of screened objects of different sized baggage and parcels.

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HI-SCAN 145180-2is

Universal X-ray system for palletised items, ideal for use in warehouses. Dual view for shorter inspection times.

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HI-SCAN 145180-2is pro

The innovative air cargo screening system HI-SCAN 145180-2is pro meets the demand for fast turnaround, high levels of security and an attractive total cost of ownership (TCO).

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HI-SCAN 180180-2is pro

An X-ray scanner designed for the inspection of large scale consolidated and palletised goods, ideal for cargo inspection.

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B-SCAN

The non-invasive B-SCAN people screening series detects objects and threats concealed in-or-on the body.

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ScanVan

Customized to meet user needs, the ScanVan integrates Smiths Detection's HI-SCAN X-ray technology to screen freight, luggage or mail.

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HCVM

Available as either a mobile cargo vehicle or a trailer, the HCVM X-ray screening system optimizes security checks at airports, ports and borders.