Are you planning a major event or managing a large venue?
If so, choosing the right screening technology is one of the most critical decisions you’ll make — one that directly impacts both security outcomes and the public experience.
Rethinking Handheld Metal Detectors Only
There are some widespread misconceptions around handheld metal detectors (HHMD). In high-security environments such as airports, prisons, and courthouses, handheld units are never used as the primary screening tool. Instead, 100% screening is achieved through walkthrough metal detectors or body scanners — not random handheld checks.
Here’s what you need to know:
- HHMDs are not designed for primary screening: They are used after a person has already triggered an alarm from a primary device like a walkthrough metal detector (WTMD).
- Screening with HHMDs is slow: Proper use takes up to 3 minutes per person. That’s simply not feasible with high foot traffic.
- High risk of human error: Speed often comes at the cost of thoroughness, increasing the chance of missing a threat.
- No way to screen 100% of attendees: When used as the sole screening method at busy venues, HHMDs result in selective screening — which means not everyone is being checked.
Meet OPENGATE: The Right Tool for the Job
Built by CEIA — a global leader in metal detection for over 55 years — OPENGATE® is a Groundbreaking Weapons Detection System designed for faster screening of people with their backpacks, purses and bags, etc. for the detection of a large variety/number of Metal Threats, such as high calibre assault weapons
It is not just an alternative — it is a superior choice to any traditional or handheld-only approach, offering speed, accuracy, and safety compliance all in one system.
Why OPENGATE stands apart:
✅ Rapid Deployment – Set up in under 1 minute
✅ Lightweight & Portable – Only 11kg, no tools required
✅ All-Weather Performance – Indoors or outdoors, wind or rain
✅ Flexible Power Options – Runs on battery (up to 14 hrs) or std power
✅ No Tech Install Needed – Truly plug-and-play
✅ Low Nuisance Alarm Rate – Avoid alarm fatigue and missed threats
Built for Today’s Security Standards
OPENGATE meets 3 of the 5 EU performance recommendations for public space metal detection (COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION (EU) 2023/1468). The remaining two are covered by CEIA’s traditional walkthrough metal detectors — If required, CEIA offers a comprehensive and compliant solution across all scenarios.
Compliance Backed by Independent Testing
OPENGATE is compliant with the most stringent electromagnetic exposure regulations, ensuring it is safe to use for people with medical implants, such as pacemakers, defibrillators, and neurostimulators:
✔ EN 50527-1:2016 – General assessment procedure
✔ EN 50527-2-1:2016 – Specific assessment for workers with cardiac pacemakers
✔ EN 50527-2-2:2018 – Specific assessment for workers with cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs)
✔ EN 50527-2-3:2021 – Specific assessment for workers with implantable neurostimulators
At CEIA, we back this up with independent third-party certification and full documentation available on request.
Smart Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Screening Solution
Whether you’re screening for a major event, transport hub, or high-footfall venue, asking the right questions is critical to ensuring both safety and efficiency. Here’s a checklist for decision-makers to make informed, future-proof choices:
Does the purchase include hardware, software, training, support, updates, and any licensing? Watch out for hidden fees or ongoing costs.
Don’t rely on brochures. Demand proof in real-world conditions — and trial it in your environment with your crowd flow.
If it takes a specialist to operate or set up, it won’t get used properly. Choose a technology your team can deploy in minutes and use with confidence.
Ensure your supplier has boots on the ground — with Australia-based support, training, spares parts in country, and repair services.
Confirm compliance with third-party verified standards for electromagnetic exposure — especially for people with pacemakers, ICDs, and neurostimulators.
If the system collects data, confirm it adheres to relevant privacy laws — with transparency around how and where data is stored.
Go beyond the sales pitch. Do your due diligence. Look online into their reputation, for their track record, client base, and history of successful deployments in Australia — especially in high-stakes environments.
Ask for external certifications, medical safety compliance, and real-world case studies — not just in-house testing.
Because Safety Starts with Smart Choices
At CEIA Pacific, we help venue operators, security providers, and event organizers deploy screening solutions that are fast, reliable, medically safe, and built to perform — even under pressure.
Not all screening systems are created equal.
Let us help you make smart, safe, and scalable choices — because your reputation and your visitors’ safety depend on it.
Contact CEIA Pacific to arrange a demo or discuss your site requirements.
