Initiatives to enhance safety and security in the worldwide supply chain has seen Davies Turner Air Cargo (DTAC) become the first UK freight forwarder to acquire and install a cutting edge, large Rapiscan pallet-sized X-ray machine which uses innovative dual-view technology.

    The UK's largest independent freight forwarder, DTAC has invested a six-figure sum in purchasing the Rapiscan 638DV advanced dual-view X-ray screening system for ULDs, ISO standard, lower deck and large cargo pallet-type freight.

    The machine, which is over 11m in length and stands almost 3.5m high is capable of handling individual pieces up to 3,000 kilos and has been installed at DTAC's Heathrow gateway and company HQ.

    Denham Baxter, managing director of DTAC, said: "As long ago as 1997, DTAC pioneered the installation of Rapiscan X-ray machines at our London Heathrow freight hub to keep abreast of industry thinking on air freight security.''

    The key advantage presented to DTAC's clients is that the innovative dual-view technology generates a horizontal and vertical view of the object under inspection. By providing two perpendicular views, the Rapiscan 638DV provides a more detailed perspective of scanned items, regardless of orientation, which aids threat detection. The tunnel entrance at 1,800 mm x 1,800 mm allows large pieces to be screened and reduces the need to break down and reassemble freight.

(Source:http://www.cargonewsasia.com)