OPENGATE - Weapon Detection System
At Isotec Security, we pride ourselves on always being innovators on the cutting edge of security technology and these portable – yes, portable – OPENGATE walk through metal detectors proved to be one of the most groundbreaking innovations we’ve ever seen in the industry. As one of the first integrators with access to this new technology, we a thrilled to be able to offer it alongside the metal detectors we use in our Security Entrances.
OpenGate technology represents a revolutionary leap in both convenience and security. Unlike traditional fixed walk-through metal detectors, OpenGate units are designed to be easily transported and deployed in a variety of environments, making them ideal for temporary or high-mobility security needs. The system allows for quick deployment, enabling rapid setup for immediate use in high-traffic or temporary security scenarios.
The OPENGATE technology is an unprecedented and revolutionary way to screen people with luggage, backpacks, purses and bags for threat detection without the need for the carrying items to be divested. The weapons detection system is also wire-free, meaning portability is not dependent on an outlet being nearby or the amount of extension cords you have on hand. When a weapon or mass casualty metal threat is detected, acoustic and optical signals located at the top of each column will activate to provide simultaneous status and alarm indications.
At 35 pounds each, the columns are light enough to carry and come with comfortable handles to make relocation to and from any environment hassle-free. The portability is easily one of the best features of our OPENGATE metal detectors and makes them great for use in public areas that need security but don’t have the space, means, or financials for dedicated safety entrances. Our weapons detection system is ideal for outdoor events like concerts, festivals, and sporting events, or venues that need more subtle security such as schools or churches, as these Ceia OPENGATE columns can make mass safety manageable.
The system is very user-friendly, and we offer both in person and virtual training for your security staff! We recommend 1 Test Piece calibrate the technology and to demonstrate how well the OPENGATE works in real-world applications.
About OPENGATE
The OPENGATE technology is an unprecedented and revolutionary way to screen people with luggage, backpacks, purses and bags for threat detection without the need for the carrying items to be divested. The weapons detection system is also wire-free, meaning portability is not dependent on an outlet being nearby or the amount of extension cords you have on hand. When a weapon or mass casualty metal threat is detected, acoustic and optical signals located at the top of each column will activate to provide simultaneous status and alarm indications. OPENGATE features automatic screening capabilities, providing seamless, efficient, and real-time threat detection with minimal human oversight.
At 35 pounds each, the columns are light enough to carry and come with comfortable handles to make relocation to and from any environment hassle-free. The portability is easily one of the best features of our OPENGATE metal detectors and makes them great for use in public areas that need security but don’t have the space, means, or financials for dedicated safety entrances. The system does not require adjustments or mechanical/electrical reconfigurations during installation or relocation, ensuring flexibility in various environments. Our weapons detection system is ideal for outdoor events like concerts, festivals, and sporting events, or venues that need more subtle security such as schools or churches, as these Ceia OPENGATE columns can make mass safety manageable. OPENGATE is designed for use in various public venues, including metro stations, airports, convention centers, and schools. In public characterized spaces such as metro stations, museums, and stadiums, where large crowds gather, OPENGATE provides essential security screening due to its suitability for high-access and high-foot-traffic environments. OPENGATE is designed to enhance safety in educational institutions by providing reliable security screening solutions.
The system is very user-friendly, and we offer both in person and virtual training for your security staff! The OPENGATE system is user-friendly and requires minimal training for security staff. We recommend 1 Test Piece calibrate the technology and to demonstrate how well the OPENGATE works in real-world applications.
OPENGATE is designed to detect a wide range of metallic weapons, including concealed firearms, knives, and explosive device components, ensuring comprehensive threat detection in any setting.
Why use OPENGATE
1. OPENGATE is portable
Portable doesn’t always mean easy to move, but with OPENGATE, the 35-pound system has comfortable handles to make relocation hassle-free. Many public areas that need security do not have space or financials for dedicated safety entrances, but this affordable technology can be quickly set up or stored away without disrupting business as usual. This opens up new security options in areas that were once blocked by stair or elevator obstacles. OPENGATE also allows for more than one location to be secure throughout the day, moving the security to where it needs to be when it needs to be there.
New carrying cases for the columns and batteries keep the system safe during transport. We also offer OPENGATE sleeves to make the columns friendlier and match any organization’s aesthetic and theme. For those planning on using the detector outside, the newly developed base plates allow the technology to be operational under even more extreme wind conditions. Reach out with any questions on the additional options!
2. OPENGATE is wire-free
OPENGATE is a wire-free weapons detection unit, its portability is not tied to locations near outlets. Outdoor venues can utilize it without worrying about extension cords or even the weather. Shockingly sturdy, the columns can withstand rain, wind, and extreme temperatures for extended periods. Not falling victim to the short use time most battery-powered tech has, this unit can run all day. Each column has slots for 2 batteries that can be switched out and charged for uninterrupted service.
3. Easy to set up
Within a minute, OPENGATE can be up and running. Handling large crowds with ease, the unbelievably high throughput can be credited to its precision detection. Strictly looking for firearms, everyday metal objects can pass through with a very low false detection rate. Water bottles, phones, keys, vapes, and even tablets no longer present the same slowdowns that past metal detectors experience.
Isotec Security is excited to be able to offer this revolutionary weapons detection system to our clients, along with all our other great security solutions like Mantrap Security Doors, Automated Security Doors, or Interlocking Doors.
Questions? Please reach out and we can help with any inquiries, including pricing and leasing options!
Remote Management Capabilities
The OPENGATE® system sets a new standard in security screening with its advanced remote management capabilities. Designed for today’s fast-paced and ever-changing environments, this groundbreaking weapons detection system empowers security staff to monitor and control the detection system from virtually anywhere. Whether deployed at a bustling stadium, a busy school campus, or a high-traffic transport hub, the OPENGATE system ensures that security teams can maintain oversight and respond to threats in real time, no matter the location. This level of flexibility and control is essential for venues that require robust, scalable security solutions without sacrificing convenience or efficiency.
Seamless Monitoring from Anywhere
With the intuitive OPENGATE app, security staff gain the ability to monitor the system’s status and receive instant alerts directly on their iOS or Android devices. This seamless connectivity means that staff can oversee detection and safety operations on the go, ensuring that no threat goes unnoticed. The app’s user-friendly interface allows for quick adjustments to detection parameters and alarm visibility, making it easy to tailor the system to the unique needs of any event or environment. By providing real-time access to critical information, the OPENGATE app enhances the ability of security teams to protect people and property with confidence and agility.
Real-Time System Updates and Alerts
The OPENGATE system is engineered to keep security staff informed at all times. Acoustic and optical signals, strategically located at the top of each pillar, provide clear and immediate status and alarm indications. These signals work in tandem with the OPENGATE app, which delivers push notifications and real-time updates whenever a potential threat is detected. This dual-layered approach ensures that staff can quickly identify and respond to any issues, minimizing response times and maximizing safety. The combination of acoustic and optical signals with digital alerts creates a comprehensive notification system that leaves no room for uncertainty when it comes to threat detection.
Centralized Control for Multiple Units
For venues with multiple entrances or large-scale events, the OPENGATE system offers centralized control of several units from a single location. Security staff can use the OPENGATE app to monitor, adjust, and manage all deployed units, streamlining operations and reducing the risk of oversight. This centralized approach is ideal for environments like schools, theme parks, and sporting events, where efficient and coordinated security screening is paramount. By enabling staff to oversee multiple detection points simultaneously, the OPENGATE system delivers an unprecedented level of safety, efficiency, and peace of mind for both operators and guests. With its advanced weapons detection technology and robust remote management features, OPENGATE is the future of secure, high-throughput screening in any public environment.
More About OPENGATE
The system comes at a very cost-effective price point and can quickly be set up and then stored away without disrupting work flow. The portability also means more than one location can be secure at different points throughout the day – OPENGATE walk through metal detectors can be picked up and moved to the next location without worrying about heavy weight, wires, or complex assembly and disassembly processes. OPENGATE does not require complex mechanical and electrical parts for installation, making setup and maintenance simple and efficient. This brings security options to areas that were once blocked by obstacles like elevators or stairs. The convenience and ease offered by the OPENGATE weapons detection system, coupled with affordability, are unmatched.
Ceia did not sacrifice sturdiness for OPENGATE’s portability. The system is built to withstand the elements; from rain and wind to extreme temperatures, and works for an extended period of time, able to run all day long. With OPENGATE metal detectors, this dependable system is powered by 2 batteries that are easily accessible at the bottom of each column that can be switched out and charged, when need be, for uninterrupted service.
It takes OPENGATE a little under a minute to be fully operational after being switched on, ready for whatever crowds await it. Once tested at 2,500 individuals an hour, the unbelievably high throughput is another benefit, vastly outpacing standard metal detectors. OPENGATE enables high throughput screening, making it ideal for large-scale security operations and coordinated checks at venues with multiple detection points, such as schools, theme parks, and sporting events. Thanks to its advanced precision detection, the Open Gate system does not require people to put their bags or other carrying items into a separate weapons detection system, speeding up detection time. Items like keys, wallets, water bottles, vapes, and laptops no longer present the same threat to slowdown the flow of people like metal detectors have in the past.
To further simplify this technology, the OPENGATE system can be remotely managed with the OPENGATE app. The app makes it easy to set detection and signaling parameters from a smartphone or tablet and is available for both iOS and Android operating systems. Security staff can monitor and control the system from anywhere using the mobile app, ensuring flexible and efficient remote management.
System Components and Functionality
The OPENGATE weapons detection system stands out as a groundbreaking weapons detection system, engineered for both reliability and versatility in today’s most demanding security environments. At its core, the OPENGATE system features two freestanding pillars, each embedded with state-of-the-art sensors and equipped with both acoustic and optical signals. These signals, located at the top of each pillar, provide simultaneous status and alarm indications, ensuring that security personnel receive instant alerts to potential threats as they occur.
Designed to address the challenges of modern security screening, the OPENGATE weapons detection system excels at detecting mass casualty metal threats, including high caliber assault weapons and single shot micro pistols. Unlike traditional metal detectors, this system allows individuals to pass through with backpacks, purses, and bags, eliminating the need for divestment and enabling faster screening of large crowds. This makes it an ideal solution for high traffic areas such as transportation hubs, theme parks, educational institutions, and public spaces where extremely high throughput is essential.
A key advantage of the OPENGATE system is its near zero nuisance alarms. Advanced detection parameters and sophisticated algorithms ensure that only genuine metallic threats trigger alarm indications, while everyday items like keys, wallets, and laptops are ignored. This dramatically reduces false alarms and minimizes unnecessary human exposure to security interventions, allowing security teams to focus on real threats.
The OPENGATE system is designed for both indoor and outdoor use, with a specialty top cap that ensures alarm visibility even in direct sunlight. The optical signals are highly visible, providing clear and immediate feedback to security staff, regardless of environmental conditions. The system’s self-powered, wire-free design means it can be deployed anywhere—no mechanical or electrical parts require assembly, and an electrical connection to a standard wall outlet is optional for extended use.
For added convenience and control, the OPENGATE app, compatible with both iOS and Android operating systems, enables security teams to monitor real-time status, adjust detection and signaling parameters, and receive instant alerts from anywhere on site. This remote management capability allows for quick adjustments to detection settings, ensuring optimal performance in any scenario, from outdoor venues to large indoor events.
With its combination of advanced threat detection, extremely high throughput, and user-friendly operation, the OPENGATE weapons detection system delivers unprecedented screening capabilities for public venues, educational institutions, and any environment where security and efficiency are paramount. Its robust design, instant alarm visibility, and seamless integration with security personnel workflows make it the premier choice for modern security screening.