Beyond the Metal Detector: Next-Gen X-ray Security Solutions for Court Buildings

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03 June 2025

Beyond the Metal Detector: Next-Gen X-ray Security Solutions for Court Buildings

At LINEV Systems®, we recognize the significance of protecting courthouses as they symbolize justice in our communities. While walkthrough metal detectors have traditionally served as courthouse security measures, evolving threats require a more consistent and advanced protection plan. We should embrace advanced X-ray inspection systems as a better barrier in protecting the halls of justice from harm or disruption.

Metal detectors provide only one layer of defense in any truly secure environment. They cannot guard against nonmetallic threats such as ceramic knives, plastic explosives or sneakily hidden drugs that might evade detection. Given the volume of people visiting courthouse doors each day – litigants, lawyers, staff, jurors and the general public. LINEV Systems®’ X-ray security solutions for court address modern security challenges head-on and ensure efficiency without disruption.

The Limitations of Yesterday’s Security

Courthouses face numerous threats that range from individuals attempting to bring weapons or contraband for personal use or to aid an inmate, to more organized efforts of intimidation or harm against participants of the legal process. Relying solely on metal detection leaves significant security gaps:

Non-Metallic Weapons: Ceramic blades, 3D-printed firearms, and other non-metallic weapons can bypass traditional metal detectors.
Concealed Contraband: Drugs, illegal communication devices, and other contraband can often remain undetected during routine screening processes due to being concealed either inside of or on one’s person or belongings.
Insider Threats: Though less common, compromised individuals do exist, and thus it is important to conduct careful screening for all, no matter their role in the courthouse.
Operational Bottlenecks: Overly dependent manual searches or metal detector alarms may lead to long waits, frustration and diverted security staff attention.

Courthouse security requires an integrated approach, and advanced X-ray technology is key. LINEV Systems® is one of the leaders in developing and deploying such essential X-ray technologies.

The LINEV Systems® Difference

At LINEV Systems, our mission is to protect from emerging threats. Our solutions in X-ray security screening represent direct responses to global security challenges. Innovation is key in providing better security. Our next-generation X-ray systems offer significant leaps forward from conventional methods by providing:

Non-Invasive, Thorough Inspection: Our systems can detect threats that cannot be seen with the naked eye or basic metal detectors, including threats hidden on or within bodies and bags, parcels or personal belongings without intrusive physical pat-downs.
Detection of a Broader Threat Spectrum: From metal weapons and non-metal weapons, explosives, drugs, and electronic devices, our X-ray technology uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to identify various prohibited and hazardous items.
Enhanced Operational Efficiency: With fast scan times and intelligent threat detection technology, our systems help streamline screening procedures without compromising safety. They allow throughput increases while maintaining security.

We provide tailored X-ray security solutions for court facilities, like the CLEARPASS® Full Body X-ray Scanner and the BV 6045 Baggage & Parcel Inspection System.

CLEARPASS® Advantage for Courthouses

Courthouse entry points serve as the frontline in its defense, so screening every person entering requires precision and efficiency – something our CLEARPASS® Full Body X-ray Scanner was specifically engineered to do.

The CLEARPASS® is an advanced full-body screening technology with extremely low X-ray dose rates for safe everyday use, while offering advanced detection features such as high-resolution imaging. Some key features make CLEARPASS® an indispensable asset to courthouse security:

High Footfall Capability: The CLEARPASS® boasts one of the industry’s fastest image acquisition times of 3 seconds – enough for at least 240 scans an hour – ensuring security lines keep moving while minimising inconvenience to both public and staff alike.
Superior Imaging and Advanced Contraband Detection: Our system delivers smart HD images with improved penetration and resolution for maximum clarity. When combined with our advanced contraband detection software, DRUGUARD® for drug detection. Operators are better able to identify all forms of threats, such as firearms (both metallic and nonmetallic), explosives, electronics, cell phones, and narcotics.
Stationary, Non-Contact Scanning: During each scan, the person being examined remains still during a quick scan process. The design facilitates nonintrusive inspection without being intrusive to people.
Safety and Compliance: The CLEARPASS® meets ANSI/HPS N43.17-2009 radiation safety standards for screening purposes.
Accessibility: As part of its commitment to inclusivity, CLEARPASS® meets U.S. ADA standards while being wheelchair compatible.
CLEARPASS® DMS (Data Management System): CLEARPASS® DMS is an invaluable asset to larger court complexes or judicial districts with multiple facilities. It connects X-ray body scanners across locations into one network to track total dose exposure for every inspected person, even if screened at multiple places. It also shares accounts, records, and images. This system offers tiered access (Operator, Supervisor, Administrator) to data management with audit trails, ensuring accountability in sensitive environments

Many of our CLEARPASS® deployments – like at Colorado’s Weld County Jail and Nebraska Department of Correctional Services’ Reception and Treatment Center (RTC), as well as North Carolina’s Clarks Road Facility – take place within correctional settings, yet their core challenge of detecting contraband on individuals remains similar to courthouse environments. These facilities have reported significant success using our X-ray security solutions to effectively prohibit drugs, weapons and other illicit items from entering, demonstrating their efficacy as an X-ray security solutions for court. Their ability to detect internally concealed items makes our systems especially ideal. Detecting concealed objects becomes even more crucial when working within high-security areas or dealing with individuals in custody.

The BV 6045 for Baggage and Parcel Inspection

Courthouse security must account for more than just people. Bags, briefcases, backpacks, and parcels could all present potential security vulnerabilities that must be closely evaluated. Therefore, the LINEV Systems® BV 6045 X-Ray Baggage and Parcel Inspection System is designed to screen baggage thoroughly and safely.

The BV 6045 X-ray system features high-resolution imaging at a single view with its tunnel opening of 610mm by 450mm. Ideal for inspecting personal baggage and parcels brought into the courts. Key features of this machine:

Advanced Threat Detection with AI: The BV 6045 X-ray machine is more than an ordinary X-ray, it’s an intelligent screening tool. Equipped with automatic Zeff (effective atomic number) analysis to detect explosives and drugs, its AI software system adds another level of detection via firearms, knives, ammunition, and pyrotechnics.
High-Resolution Imaging and Operator Tools: This system produces clear and detailed images with deep penetration (up to 36mm of steel guaranteed), offering operators three, seven, or an infinite color palette to distinguish materials or identify threats more quickly and precisely. Bi-directional scanning extends operational flexibility.
User-Friendly Design: The BV 6045 features a modular build to simplify assembly, repair and part compatibility for reduced maintenance downtime. Furthermore, automatic diagnostics provide insight into system performance.
Telemetry for Predictive Analytics: Full remote monitoring and control over the health status and functionality of devices allows for proactive maintenance to ensure maximum system efficiency, an essential aspect of reliable X-ray security solutions for court operations.
Efficient Conveyor System: With its conveyor speed of 0.22 meters per second and maximum distributed load of 180 kg, the BV 6045 provides a steady stream of items, complementing the efficiency of the CLEARPASS® scanner.

Courthouses can use the BV 6045 along with people screening systems to create an efficient checkpoint that inspects individuals as well as their belongings, significantly decreasing the chance that any prohibited materials enter secure areas.

The Power of Integration, AI, and a Proactive Stance

LINEV Systems’ offerings shine not just with individual product excellence but in their capacity to form an interlinked security ecosystem. When used together, CLEARPASS® and BV 6045 create an all-inclusive screening process which covers most entryways for potential threats.

Artificial Intelligence integration across our product lines has proven transformative. AI algorithms are trained to recognize suspicious objects or patterns quickly, often faster and more accurately than human eyes alone. Without replacing skilled security personnel, but rather augmenting their capabilities, enabling them to focus more clearly on genuine threats while decreasing false alarm rates and operator fatigue. Our “Smart Threat Detection” capabilities are continually refined to adapt to new concealment methods.

Real-world events demonstrate the urgency for X-ray security solutions for court. Incidents involving disgruntled litigants, efforts to bring contraband to inmates during hearings or threats against judges and court staff pose persistent security threats. They must be appropriately addressed. News reports regularly feature security breaches or near misses in public buildings, showing that vigilant security and technological superiority remain essential to security. Preventing small amounts of drugs or weapons from entering secure areas remains a constant battle.

Your Partner in Courthouse Security

At LINEV Systems®, we go beyond being equipment providers, we serve as safety and security partners. Leveraging world-renowned scientists, software, and hardware developers to offer innovative solutions that address global issues.

Advanced Technology: Benefit from the latest advancements in X-ray imaging, AI-driven threat detection, and integrated data management.
Solutions: Address multiple threat vectors with systems designed for both people and baggage screening.
Enhanced Safety and Security: Create a safer environment for judges, court staff, legal professionals, jurors, and the public.
Operational Efficiency: Streamline security processes, reduce wait times, and optimize personnel deployment.
Reliability and Support: Depend on durable systems backed by responsive service and support.

Courthouse security can no longer rely on outdated methods. Going “beyond the metal detector” represents not simply an upgrade, but instead signifies an effective transformation to more intelligent security solutions. X-ray security solutions for court are a much-needed investment.

Discover how LINEV Systems® can elevate the security of your courthouse. Visit us online or contact our specialists to discuss how X-Ray security solutions help secure your judicial institutions. Together, we can ensure courthouse security.

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