Smiths Detection Air Cargo Screening System Approved by TSA for U.S. Deployment
In a major advancement for aviation security technology, Smiths Detection’s HI-SCAN 145180-2is has been approved by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) as a qualified product on the Air Cargo Screening Technology List (ACSTL), enabling its use for regulated air cargo inspection operations across the United States.
The HI-SCAN 145180-2is joins more than 20 other Smiths Detection inspection systems already included on the TSA’s ACSTL, reflecting the company’s long-standing leadership in threat detection and aviation security solutions.
What This Approval Means Enhanced Cargo Security and Operational Efficiency
The HI-SCAN 145180-2is is a dual-view X-ray inspection system designed to improve both the speed and effectiveness of air cargo screening. Its large tunnel capable of handling items up to 57″ × 71″ (145 cm × 180 cm) meets the maximum pallet size allowed by TSA, simplifying screening processes by enabling full bulk inspection without unpacking and re-assembling shipments.
With its dual-view capability, operators receive two high-resolution adjoining images simultaneously, removing the need for rescanning and helping to increase throughput while maintaining high detection performance.
According to Smiths Detection leadership, the system was engineered specifically to address the growing demands of air cargo screening combining advanced imaging technology with a compact footprint to support both detection accuracy and operational workflow efficiency in high-volume environments.
Why TSA Qualification Matters
Being listed on the TSA’s Air Cargo Screening Technology List is significant because regulated parties in the U.S. rely on the ACSTL to identify approved devices that meet stringent performance, reliability and security criteria. Inclusion means the HI-SCAN 145180-2is has successfully passed rigorous qualification testing under TSA oversight, a requirement for devices used in official air cargo screening programs.
This approval also underscores Smiths Detection’s ongoing commitment to supporting global air cargo security by delivering technologies that help airports, freight forwarders and handlers comply with evolving regulatory standards while maintaining efficient operational tempos.
Broader Context: Smiths Detection’s Role in Aviation Security
Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group, is a widely recognized global leader in threat detection and security screening technologies. The company develops and manufactures advanced inspection systems that help identify explosives, weapons, contraband, narcotics and other regulated threats across civil aviation, ports and borders, defense, and homeland security markets worldwide.
The HI-SCAN 145180-2is approval continues a series of recent milestones for Smiths Detection, including other TSA-listed screening systems such as the SDX 100100 DV HC dual-view air cargo scanner, which was also added to the ACSTL for strengthened detection performance and operational effectiveness.
What Comes Next
With TSA qualification secured, air cargo operators and screening service providers can procure and deploy the HI-SCAN 145180-2is system with confidence, knowing it meets U.S. regulatory criteria. The system’s combination of throughput, image clarity and operational flexibility makes it a compelling option for cargo environments where efficiency and security are equally critical.
Looking forward, Smiths Detection is expected to continue innovating its portfolio of screening technologies to support evolving regulatory standards and the dynamic needs of the global aviation security landscape from expedited cargo throughput to next-generation threat detection capabilities.
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