The cutting-edge machine enhances SAHCO’s cargo screening capabilities, ensuring precise detection of explosives and narcotics.
Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) PLC has acquired the Rapiscan Itemiser 5X to enhance cargo security with ETD, a breakthrough in Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) technology. With this acquisition, SAHCO becomes the first and only ground handler in Nigeria to integrate this advanced system. The cutting-edge machine enhances SAHCO’s cargo screening capabilities, ensuring precise detection of explosives and narcotics. This upgrade meets essential safety standards for cargo destined for the United States and other Western nations, a statement signed by Head, Corporate Communications, Mrs. Adetola Vanessa Uansohia revealed.
The U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recognizes and recommends the Itemiser 5X for its superior screening capabilities. By implementing this technology, SAHCO reinforces its leadership in aviation ground handling and security compliance. This investment underscores SAHCO’s commitment to ensuring safe, efficient, and globally compliant cargo operations.
The Itemiser 5X features an optimized detection library capable of identifying a wide range of explosives and narcotics. Its advanced software algorithm enhances accuracy and efficiency, making it a vital addition to SAHCO’s security framework. To maximize security measures, SAHCO has strategically deployed three units of the Itemiser 5X across its key operational hubs, strengthening its adherence to global security standards.
The Itemiser 5X ensures superior performance with its fast clear-down mechanism, which efficiently removes residual explosive traces after detection. Its innovative desorber design and sample wand improve sample collection accuracy. Additionally, remote monitoring capabilities allow real-time system oversight through a dedicated console, ensuring seamless operations.
Designed for ease of use, the machine is lightweight, portable, and equipped with a built-in handle for convenient transport. Advanced features include stable humidity control, a high-capacity hard drive, and an automated internal calibration system. These features reduce consumable usage while maximizing detection accuracy. Furthermore, the non-radioactive ionization source eliminates the need for annual wipe tests and special licensing, simplifying compliance requirements.
SAHCO remains the only aviation ground handling company operating in all commercial airports across Nigeria. Equipped with state-of-the-art Ground Support Equipment and highly trained personnel, SAHCO continues to provide world-class aviation handling services. These include passenger handling, baggage handling, ramp handling, cargo warehousing, crew administration, and aviation security, among others.
