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2004 World Yearbook » Maritime Security The Layered Approach from a One-Stop-Shop The rush to shore up security along all links of the transportation chain — and the multi-billion dollar budgets that go with them — have naturally brought companies out of the woodwork in what some see as a dash for cash. While the Department of Homeland Security, still relatively in its infancy, has been pru- dent in the award of contracts to date, the proliferation of funds seems to be loosening in the estimation of many interested parties, and companies that can exhibit a long and strong history of supplying integrated security solutions should obviously have a strategic advan- tage. Smiths Detection is such a company, offering a history of successfully pro- viding security solutions to both civil and military clients, dealing from a vast product and system arsenal. The terrorist attacks of September 11 and resulting national and international security regulations, obviously, have changed the security stance of around the world, modifying, sometimes drasti- cally so, the steps that are taken in order to ensure the security of the U.S. trans- portation infrastructure. At the same time, the world economy is dependent on a seamless flow of goods, with long delays producing quickly mounting losses. "While recent events have attracted new companies to this industry, security detection has been deployed for decades with the first Heimann x-ray system, now Smiths Detection, being deployed at airports in the 1970s," said Wayne Horvath, Director of Sales, Ports and Borders. "We are one of the largest companies and have plans to further grow by developing and acquiring new detection technologies." Part of the growth strategy was recent- ly enacted with the company's acquisi- tion of SensIR Technologies LLC, a manufacturer of infrared-based analyz- You may never buy another drill. FOR THE FASTEST, EASIEST, LOWEST COST CRANE OPERATIONS... JUST ADD WATER. North end Swft Andrea E-Crane International, USA, Inc. Phone: 1-740-387-0015 Fax: 1-740-387-0181 E-mail: in1o@ecrane-usa.com E-CRANE All Other Countries E-Crano International, Europe, B.V. Phone: 31-165-320100 Fax: 31-165-320759 E-maB: infoOecrane-europe.com The E-Crane"(Equilibrium Crane) is changing the basic concept of how ships are unloaded in ports around the world. It is an advance that has proven it moves more bulk material faster, farther and at lower cost than any conventional crane type. The E-Crane incorporates a unique parallelogram system to keep the crane in near balance throughout its full working range. It makes gravity work to your advantage, reducing horsepower requirements and power consumption by up to 50%. It also lets you handle high-repetitive cycling of large loads (up to 30 U.S. tons) at long outreaches (up to 150 ft. / 45 m). And ifs easily controlled by operator joysticks for pinpoint bucket placement. For details, case histories or to arrange a visit to see the E-Crane in action, call us today. Circle 231 on Reader Service Card Maritime Reporter & Engineering News If you're tired of replacing electric drills, try a Lamina portable hydraulic drill. They're built for hard, continuous use (10 years min.) and fast payback. • drill or tap through solid steel... up, down or sideways • compact and portable • 6 heads, quick-change tools • low maintenance, easily rebuilt • meet U.S. and global standards For reliable drilling, year after year, call Anchor Lamina today. And ask about our convenient rent-to-own program. Anchor Lamina Inc. Lamina Hydraulics* Call toll-free: 1-800-652-6462 or visit our website: www.anchorlamina.com Circle 208 on Reader Service Card
