SubscribeA highly adaptable counter terrorism 'visual search kit' designed for security teams worldwide, has been introduced by UK-based internal security specialist, PW Allen to help thwart the threat of global terrorist attacks on possible commercial, industrial and business targets.
The portable SKM® Kit, already being utilised by CT and scene of crime teams, provides equipment for rapid searching of any size venue, vehicle, aircraft or ship.
Equipment includes a side-viewing endoscope for searching inaccessible areas through a gap of 10mm diameter with a 10W halogen lamp in the tip of the endoscope providing bright illumination that aids inspection over distances of up to 1.5 meters. Power for the endoscope is supplied from a secondary power socket in the fluorescent hand lamp included with the kit.
Search mirrors include a long telescopic model that extends to 1.4 meters for inspecting inaccessible areas – in and above transport containers, for example – and a short fixed length model which is ideal for room to room searches.
Both can be fitted with the range of interchangeable mirror heads supplied. SKM also contains a fluorescent hand lamp to provide a wide area working light and two right angle torches with belt clips.
A selection of miniature mirrors, light probes and illuminated magnifiers are part of the SKM, all assisting in the internal inspection of suspect packages with minimal disturbance. Mirror sizes range from 4.5mm in diameter.
The visual search kit is supplied in a protective foam-lined carrying case complete with batteries and replacement lamps.
With a 50-year heritage, and long established connections with the British Army, Police, Security, Immigration and Customs & Excise authorities, PW Allen has built extensive and detailed knowledge of all internal security issues. But, to combat today’s terrorism threat, the company provides a range of pre-emptive security search equipment and packages that combine with individually tailored training packages.
“Counter terrorism measures have now become an additional, yet vitally important, responsibility for security teams which are demanding far more sophisticated equipment and pre-emptive security measures than ever before,” says PW Allen managing director, Roy Peers-Smith.
