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Rapiscan Systems Launches Next Generation Remote Security Management System

Dépèche transmise le 15 mai 2009 par Business Wire

TORRANCE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rapiscan Systems, Inc., a leading global supplier of security inspection systems, announced today the launch of its MetorNet 3 Pro Web Software System, a web-based version of Rapiscan’s successful MetorNet security management software that allows for the efficient management and monitoring of multiple walk-through metal detectors. MetorNet 3 Pro Web brings new capabilities to the MetorNet security management product, which has been deployed in airports as well as other locations worldwide. The system’s web-enabled, Microsoft Windows-compatible software enables remote monitoring, data collection and inspection data processing via a screener’s Internet browser and computer. In addition to providing complete remote management of the metal detectors, MetorNet 3 Pro Web streamlines security operations by allowing customers to efficiently manage multiple checkpoints from a central location.

MetorNet 3 Pro Web is ideally suited for airports, courts, prisons, government and industrial facilities, special events and amusement park installations, where efficiency and effectiveness are especially important. Key features include statistics collection, passenger flow monitoring (to allow for better resource allocation) and built-in security maintenance features to indicate any misuse of or malfunctions with the metal detector. The MetorNet 3 Pro Web system also includes built-in integration features so that up to 255 metal detectors can be connected to one network in a cost effective manner.

Rapiscan Systems President, Ajay Mehra, stated, “The launch of MetorNet 3 Pro Web demonstrates Rapiscan’s technology leadership in walk through metal detectors. In today’s challenging security and economic environment, customers want solutions that provide them more intelligence and more operational efficiency. With its advanced networking and remote management capabilities, the MetorNet 3 Pro Web not only improves security, but it helps customers manage their security resources more effectively.”

About Rapiscan Systems

Rapiscan Systems, a division of OSI Systems, Inc. is a leading supplier of security inspection solutions utilizing X-ray and gamma-ray imaging, and advanced threat identification techniques such as neutron and diffraction analysis. The company’s products are sold into four market segments; Baggage and Parcel Inspection, Cargo and Vehicle Inspection, Hold Baggage Screening and People Screening. The company has an installed base globally of more than 70,000 security and inspection systems. The Rapiscan Systems product line is manufactured at four locations and supported by a global support service network. The company was recognized for its market leadership with one of the United Kingdom's most prestigious distinctions – The Queen's Awards for Enterprise – and named by Frost & Sullivan as the 2008 North American Homeland Security Inspection and Screening Company of the Year. For more information on Rapiscan Systems, please visit www.rapiscansystems.com.

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such statements include information regarding the company’s expectations, goals or intentions about the future, including, the Company’s contract for people screening products. The actual results may differ materially from those described in or implied by any forward-looking statement. Other important factors are set forth in the Securities and Exchange Commission filings OSI Systems, Inc. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made, and the company undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.