Xtract One Technologies announced that its Xtract One SmartGateway system has been selected by the British Museum to enhance security at all entry points. The decision follows comprehensive on-site testing aimed at evaluating the system's effectiveness and adaptability.
As a globally renowned cultural institution, the British Museum houses invaluable artifacts, such as the Rosetta Stone, necessitating advanced security solutions that align with high standards of protection and operational efficiency.
SmartGateway's Advantages
The testing of SmartGateway revealed significant improvements in detection performance and the speed of visitor processing, outperforming previous methods by up to threefold. The system can manage an impressive throughput of approximately 750 people per 15 minutes per lane.
Its portable design allows for adaptable perimeter configuration, enabling security teams to adjust screening areas according to threat levels, event types, and visitor numbers. This flexibility is crucial for the British Museum, which is among the world's most frequently visited museums. The adoption of SmartGateway signals a broader trend in cultural venues towards technology-based security that ensures safety while maintaining smooth visitor flow.
Expert Opinions
Xtract One SmartGateway is an AI-enhanced weapons detection system designed for security-sensitive venuesPeter Evans, CEO of Xtract One, stated, “Institutions of this scale and cultural importance require security solutions that demonstrate measurable performance improvement including safer environments and an efficient, seamless guest experience. SmartGateway showed clear gains in detection capability and throughput during evaluation, showcasing its power and flexibility. We are proud to support the British Museum with technology that enhances protection while preserving an efficient, welcoming entry experience for visitors.”
Jack Bennett, Head of Operations at the British Museum, remarked, “Protecting a site of this size and significance demands a track record of efficiency and operational flexibility. We have an ongoing commitment to improve the visitor welcome for the 6.5m visitors who come through our doors each year. The introduction of SmartGateway’s high-footfall security technology will help us to create a more efficient entry process. It will minimize queues as much as possible, while improving our security searches in line with regulations. It’s a helpful step, and comes before our planned new visitor welcome pavilions.”
About Xtract One SmartGateway
The Xtract One SmartGateway is an AI-enhanced weapons detection system crafted for high-traffic, security-sensitive venues. Featuring advanced AI-powered multi-sensor technologies, it can identify weapons and restricted items without interrupting the flow of visitors, allowing them to enter without the need to pause or remove personal items.
Its modular, portable design makes it possible to adjust security perimeters as needed, and its compact structure is suitable for architecturally significant sites. SmartGateway assists security teams in boosting detection efficiency, alleviating congestion, and ensuring a welcoming experience for visitors.
