Smiths Detection's Advanced X-Ray Checkpoints Deployed in Denver International Airport

Business Wire, May 23, 2008

With 28 aTiX Security Systems, Denver International Becomes the Largest Deployment of Advanced Screening Technology for Carry-on Baggage

PINE BROOK, N.J. -- Smiths Detection, part of the global technology business Smiths Group, today announced the largest deployment of its Advanced Threat Identification X-rays (aTiX) systems in the United States.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has installed 28 Smiths Detection aTiX units at Denver International airport, the second airport to complete a full switch to the advanced systems. Following a successful field trial at Albuquerque's international airport, the TSA recently replaced all eight security checkpoint lanes with aTiX units. Additionally, the TSA deployed four aTiX units as part of the Checkpoint Evolution prototype at Baltimore/Washington International Airport which also included Smith Detection's advanced automated security inspection process iLane.

Stephen Phipson, Group Managing Director of Smiths Detection, said: "aTiX technology represents a major breakthrough in checkpoint security that will benefit the traveling public world-wide. We are pleased to be working with TSA to offer this advancement throughout the U.S. aTiX is already deployed extensively in the UK and it has the potential to diminish throughput time for passengers."

Unlike conventional X-ray systems, aTiX captures multiple views of carry-on bags in a single sweep. The system also includes powerful software algorithms which help the operator detect potentially harmful items. This software can be easily upgraded to meet any future threat needs.

Mark Laustra, Vice President of Homeland Security for Smiths Detection, said: "We are pleased to see aTiX technology deployed to Denver International airport. Denver now has an advanced screening technology platform that will serve their passengers well into the future."

Smiths Detection is the world's leading provider of threat detection systems with multiple technologies deployed at nearly 80% percent of the world's commercial airports.

About Smiths Detection

Smiths Detection is part of the global technology business Smiths Group. It offers advanced integrated security solutions for customers in civil and military markets worldwide and is a leading technology developer and manufacturer of sensors that detect and identify explosives, chemical and biological agents, weapons, and contraband. Its advanced technology security solutions also include Smiths Heimann x-ray imaging systems, millimeter-wave technology and a specialist software supply business for the management of large sensor and video surveillance networks. Separate business units focus on related products for the life sciences, and food manufacturing industries. For more information visit www.smithsdetection.com.

About Smiths Group

Smiths is a global technology company listed on the London Stock Exchange. A world leader in the practical application of advanced technologies, Smiths Group delivers products and services for the threat & contraband detection, medical devices, energy and communications markets worldwide. Our products and services make the world safer, healthier and more productive. Smiths Group employs more than 20,000 people in over 50 countries. For more information visit www.smiths.com.