The EGIS system can detect the presence of dangerous explosives - and
identify their presence - all within seconds.
The EGIS system consists of two components. The portable analyzer
unit features patented high-speed chromatography developed
specifically for explosives detection. This technology ensures
accuracy for a full range of explosives, even at extremely low
detection levels. The convenient hand-held sampling device can
collect vapors from volatile explosives, such as nitroglycerine and
TNT, as well as trace particles from non-volatile explosives, such as
RDX and PETN. The EGIS system can detect the presence of dangerous
explosives - and identify what explosives are present - all within
seconds. Locations where EGIS is used include Glasgow, Scotland and
Zurich, Switzerland.
At Rafiah, the Israel-Gaza crossover point.
EGIS' sensitivity to many explosives helps ensure maximum security at
that Israeli border crossings.