Portable Under Vehicle Inspection

Portable Under Vehicle Inspection PUV-227

The PUV-227 is a well priced portable under vehicle inspection/search system. Despite the small size of this unit, many of the features and functionalities that are currently found in larger systems are available. Designed to be moveable and deployable on an “as-required” basis this unit solves many inspection problems.

The complete system with the aluminum ramp has been designed to easily pack into one, environmentally sealed Pelican™ case for easy transport. The PUV-227 is designed to be straddled by oncoming vehicles, but can withstand up to 40,000 lbs (18,143 kg) per axle if directly mounted.

The ramp housing contains two high-intensity, white LED, day/night cameras that fully capture the undercarriage of a passing vehicle, from wheel well to wheel well.

Inspections can be conducted from a distant location therefore dramatically increasing the safety of personnel. The PUV-227 is a full PC-based system with specialist software. The software features a dual-view inspection that functions with a standard touch pad that allows the user to access playback functions, such as pause, rewind, and fast-forward.

PUV-227 Designed for Ultimate Strength & Simplicity

PUV-227 Under Vehicle Inspection
It really is as easy as it seems…
  1. Place the ramp in front of the vehicle
  2. Attach the crush resistant shield to the cables
  3. Plug the ramp cables into the control unit
  4. Power on the control unit, push “record”
  5. Drive vehicle over and inspect results.

Contents of the system in its case:

Ramp: Light and compact the camera housing is made of aircraft-grade aluminum and rated to 40,000 lbs per axle (18,143 kg). Measuring 12.5 x 10.5 x 3inches (31.75 x 26.67 x 7.62 cm) and weighing just 7lbs, (3.17 kg) it can be deployed by one person in less than one minute.

Camera: Two IP66, color video cameras are enclosed in a weather-tight housing. Each has 525-line resolution and auto exposure control. 36 bright white motion-activated LED lights enable reliable day/night operation.

Cable: 2AWG shielded, twisted-pair cabling provides secure transmission, 50-foot (15.25m) stand-off positioning and is protected by three 18inch (45.72 cm) rubberized cable protectors.

Onscreen inspection: Real-time color video includes dual-view for unique depth of field. On-screen manipulation includes record, playback, pause, rewind and fast forward control. 15.6inch monitor (293.62 cm) provides crisp 1366 x 768 resolution.

Control Unit: Laptop CPU features Intel core i3 processor, touchpad control and 500 GB hard-drive that stores up to 250 vehicle records. On-screen training and all support documentation are pre-loaded.

Case: The entire PUV-227 solution packs into one 1510 Pelican™ case.

PUV-227 Image Quality & Speed

Vehicles can drive up to 10 mph (16 kph) over the PUV-227 without compromising image quality. Bright LED lighting helps illuminate the area being inspected day or night. High quality resolution and split screen technology help the user to inspect quickly and effectively.

PUV-227 Image Quality

Utilizing the Following Features for Quality of Picture:

Lighting: 18 bright-white, motion activated, 12VDC LEDs per camera, MTBF rated for 100,000 hours usable in day or night conditions

Camera: 2 IP66--‐rated, sealed cameras, 130° viewing angles (each), resolution: 525 lines NTSC, ⅓inch color CCD, auto exposure control

Monitor: 15.6inch wide screen display, resolution: 1366 x 768

Portable Under Vehicle Inspection
Features:
  • Light weight
  • DC & mains power
  • Large Examination area
  • Nine light sources
  • Optional carrying case
  • Hands free working
  • Unique safety features

Specifications

Laptop Control Unit
Monitor: 15.6inch wide screen display, resolution: 1366 x 768 CPU: Intel core i3 processor, 2.4 Ghz, 4GB DDR3 memory, 500Gb HDD storage Power input: 90W, 90‐230VAC input, 50‐60Hz Power supply: 110/220V GFCI Rugged steel housing with filtered fan cooling Mounted in 1510 Pelican™ case
Connection Cable
22 gauge twisted‐pair, shielded cable, 50ft cable (1¼inch mil-­‐ spec connectors), three 18inch cable protectors
Camera Housing
High‐strength, aircraft aluminum, weather-tight, sealed cameras and electronics Dimensions: 12.5 x 10.5 x 3inches Ramp Weight: 7lbs Vehicle load: up to 40,000lbs per axle
Lighting
18 bright‐white, motion activated, 12VDC LED’s per camera, MTBF rated for 100,000 hours
Cameras
2 IP66‐rated, sealed cameras, 130° viewing angles (each), Resolution: 525 lines NTSC, ⅓inch color CCD, auto exposure control
PU-227 Software
Immediate dual, on‐screen image for inspection, pause, rewind, fast‐forward, zoom, adjust playback speed. Day/night operation, accepts bidirectional traffic flow, inspect vehicles up to 10mph (16kph), detailed searchable database, stores up to 250 vehicle records
Temperature Exposure
Control unit: 14° F to 122° F (‐10° C to 50° C) Camera unit: ‐30° F to 140° F (‐34° C to 60° C)
Training
Hardware setup and operational training tutorials are available on screen at all times
Warranty
One year manufacturers defect warranty included

Is a 7.5 microcurie radiation source safer than 10 microcuries as competitors claim?

This paper is intended to explain the difference in the Effective Dose to humans between 2 different activities (7.5 uCi and 10 uCi) of 133Ba isotope used in a hand held contraband detector relative to ordinary risk we face in everyday life.

A competitor of ours has offered a version of their unit which is 7.5 microcuries of radiation against our 10 microcuries, claiming that this is safer for the user, In fact, the increased dose to a user of a 10 uCi source over a 7.5 uCi source for a worst case scenario is essentially equal to what one gets in one second of airplane flight on a cross country trip from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA, a total flying time of up to five hours or 1 in 18,000

10 Microcurie Source

Now let’s compare both these radiation source activities and the actual working life of the source. The working life is based on the sources initial activity and the half-life of the isotope. For 133Ba, the half-life is 10.53 years. So for a 7.5 uCi source, the working life is about 35-40% less than the working life of a 10 uCi source. This translates that the dollar per dollar cost of the 7.5 uCi source is much higher than the cost of the 10 uCi source! And finally another consideration is the scanning time for the contraband detector. Excluding other factors involved, a 7.5 uCi source has 25% less photons/sec output than a 10 uCi source and this in turn increases the length of time it takes to complete a scan. This also may reduce the probability of positively identifying a concealed item (contraband)

The Xpose has graphing & digital display, available tablet remote control of all functions and is MIL STD 810G - Water Resistant to IP56 (waterproof available on request) - ISO9001:2008 and most importantly sold under an Exempt Radiation License from the NRC. In other words virtually no restrictions on sale, possession of transfer of the unit.

Our competitor has none of these features.

In short, when comparing the 2 activities (7.5 uCi and 10 uCi) 133Ba sources in hand held contraband detection systems: For those interested in the science and math behind these conclusions we do have a detailed white paper available upon request.

Radiation Licensing

TO USERS OF DENSITY METERS – IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

There are several important points that users and potential users of the New Technology SAS-Hitech-Xpose Contraband Detector should be aware of. In order to simplify ownership of this device, SAS-Hitech-Xpose has been developed and licensed under United States Law as an Exempt device. Other density meters of this type are licensed under a General license. There are highly important differences between the two types of licenses. Here are a couple of the major differences:

MAJOR DAMAGE OF DEVICE:

General licensed (competitors product) requirements (per their own manual):
  • Rope or cordoning off the area to keep people away
  • Contact public health (radiological authorities) and emergency services provider for assistance
  • Notify the manufacturer
Exempt license requirements (SAS-Hitech-Xpose)

Pick up unit and send it to Authorized Service Center or factory for repair (nothing more)

CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP or DISPOSAL

General license (competitors) requirements:

The device is assigned to a specific location and cannot be assigned to another location without written notification to the radiation regulatory entity (State or Federal as applicable). If the device is given or transferred to another location, even if it is with the same agency (i.e. if PD Precinct 5 gives it to PD Precinct 6), a transfer of location must be filed by the user (licensee) prior to transfer. Failure to do so is subject to fine and reprimand.

Disposal of General Licensed unit: The user MUST dispose of the device as Hazardous waste and transfer to a license disposal facility. This can be done, under US law by:
  • Exporting the device in accordance with NRC regulations found in 10CFR§110
  • Transfer to a Specific Licensee authorized to receive the device with supporting documentation.
  • Transfer to another General Licensee under strict regulations found in 10CFR§31.5(c)(9) or equivalent Agreement State regulations.
Exempt license requirement (SAS-Hitech-Xpose)
  • Remove label and throw away in regular garbage.
Or for transfer of ownership
  • No restriction. It can be given it to whomever, whenever, wherever required. No paperwork/transfer licenses/authorizations required.

Available Readyscope Lengths

PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
RDY-CEK-R 40
Readyscope Configuration Kit
4 Way Knob Articulation
40" length (1.0m)
RDY-CEK-R 60
Readyscope Configuration Kit
4 Way Knob Articulation
60" length (1.0m)
RDY-CEK-R 80
Readyscope Configuration Kit
4 Way Knob Articulation
80" length (1.0m)
RDY-CEK-R 120
Readyscope Configuration Kit
4 Way Knob Articulation
120" length (3.0m)
Customization available please ask a SASRAD representative.