Morpho explosives trace detectors surpasses 5,000 units shipped worldwide

Morpho (Safran), through its subsidiary Morpho Detection, announced it has surpassed 5,000 desktop Itemiser DX explosives trace detectors (ETD) shipped worldwide.

A lightweight, portable desktop system, Itemiser DX can detect residue from explosives and narcotics on skin, clothing, parcels, bags, cargo, vehicles and other surfaces. First introduced in 2009 and currently certified by 6 global regulatory agencies, Itemiser DX units have been deployed to airport checkpoints, checked baggage and air cargo screening facilities, critical infrastructure and secure locations around the world.

“Morpho Detection is thrilled our customers have recognized the capabilities of Itemiser DX by helping us reach this milestone,” said Karen Bomba, president and CEO, Morpho Detection. “Itemiser DX is the result of tireless efforts by Morpho to develop solutions that help our customers meet current and emerging security challenges. Congratulations to the men and women of Morpho Detection.”

The most recent version of the Itemiser desktop product family, Itemiser DX incorporates Morpho's ITMS trace technology into an easy-to-use desktop package that can make security screenings more productive and efficient.