ERIE, Pa., Oct. 3, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Eriez® announced that its E-Z Tec® DSP Metal Detector has been added to the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) Air Cargo Screening Technology List (ACSTL) – approving the technology for screening non-metallic commodities in the air cargo environment.
The E-Z Tec DSP underwent a comprehensive evaluation that included the unit's physical and functional configurations as well as detection performance for five non-metallic commodity classes. The TSA Technical Review Panel (TRP) concluded that the E-Z Tec DSP successfully passed all Stage I qualification test criteria.
"The E-Z Tec DSP offers a safe, reliable and effective means for screening specified cargo," says John Klinge, Eriez Product Manager—Metal Detection. "The sophisticated DSP provides the efficiency required to keep cargo moving quickly and safely."
For more than 30 years, Eriez has offered state-of-the-art metal detectors suitable for virtually all metal contaminant detection applications. With 12 international facilities located on six continents, customers are assured of consistent product quality and fast response from whichever plant is closest to them. Eriez sales engineers and service teams throughout the world reflect the same customer-oriented philosophy and unmatched product support.
About the E-Z Tec DSP
Eriez' E-Z Tec®DSP Metal Detector combines an easy-to-use 4" x 5" (1/4 VGA) Touch Screen Interface with advanced Digital Signal Processing to provide detailed analysis and reporting for process applications including food, chemical, pharmaceutical, plastics, rubber and packaging. This advanced metal detector features the highest level of sensitivities available for bulk, solid or liquid materials processing.
E-Z Tec DSP's Touch Screen Interface allows users to view multiple line items at a glance, making setup, monitoring and operation simple. All numeric data and value entries are made through an on-screen calculator type interface, eliminating the need to scroll through long lists. For operator ease-of-use, E-Z Tec DSP features a multi-language capability. Users can select two secondary languages; English is the primary language.
Eriez is recognized as world authority in advanced technology for magnetic, vibratory and inspection applications. The company's magnetic lift and separation, metal detection, x-ray, materials feeding, screening, conveying and controlling equipment have application in the plastics, process, metalworking, packaging, recycling, rubber, mining, aggregate and textile industries. Eriez manufactures and markets these products through 12 international facilities located on six continents. For more information, call toll-free (888) 300-ERIEZ (3743) within the U.S. and Canada. For online users, visit www.eriez.com or send e-mail to eriez@eriez.com. Eriez World Headquarters is located at 2200 Asbury Road, Erie, PA 16506.
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Ed Stevens, Stevens Strategic Communications
Keith Jones, Eriez
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