Symetrica’s unique ability to detect and identify hidden or disguised radiation threat sources has been tested and verified through a number of deployments at independent test facilities and in the field – showing that the company’s technology is relevant in battlefield conditions and performs in harsh real-world scenarios.

Products based upon the advanced identification capabilities of Discovery Technology have been selected by the U.S. Government for border protection and Coast Guard missions based upon performance, ease of use, and the patented in-built calibration and stabilisation system that completely removes the need for annual servicing. Smiths Detection's Radseeker, incorporating Discovery Technology, was recently awarded an IDIQ (indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity) contract with a maximum value of $143 million for the technology, its maintenance and associated training by DHS Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO).

Verifinder supports enhanced ‘in-the-field’ decision-making by ensuring mobile detection and identification of radioactive threats with minimal false alarms. The lightweight, portable, and GPS-linked technology is ideal for searching and mapping wide areas and will identify and discriminate specific threats, providing user alerts including audio, vibration, LED and other situation-relevant information on the built-in display. According to the company, Verifinder exceeds the performance requirements of the ANSI N42.34 standard for handheld identification equipment.

Commenting on Symetrica’s presence at the show, Jeff McCray, Symetrica's Vice President of Business Development said: “We are very much looking forward to meeting government and military professionals and demonstrating our technology at the conference. The ability to rapidly detect masked threats with high levels of accuracy in harsh, real-world operating environments brings enhanced safety and security to all concerned”.