Xtract One chosen for UM Health-West ER security

Executive Summary

• Xtract One Technologies Inc. has secured a contract with University of Michigan Health-West (UM Health-West) to deploy its AI-driven SmartGateway security system at the hospital's emergency department entrance.
• The deployment aims to enhance security by proactively detecting prohibited items and weapons without disrupting patient flow or requiring intrusive screening procedures.
• This initial installation serves as the first of up to 20 potential installations across Michigan, marking a significant commercial milestone for the company.

Key Details

• Customer: University of Michigan Health-West (UM Health-West), a hospital serving over 61,000 emergency patients annually.
• Product Deployed: Xtract One SmartGateway, an AI-powered threat detection system.
• Deployment Scope: Initial deployment at the emergency department entrance; potential for up to 20 additional installations across Michigan.
• Key Technology Features:
  • AI-driven detection capabilities for weapons and prohibited items.
  • Compact footprint designed to fit within narrow emergency department hallways.
  • Capable of operating effectively outdoors in West Michigan's climate.
  • Replaces traditional metal detectors to allow seamless, unobtrusive "walk-right-in" screening.
• Strategic Value: Addresses UM Health-West's primary concern of preventing weapons from entering the ED while maintaining patient care priorities and operational efficiency.

Notable Quotes

• Peter Evans, CEO of Xtract One: "By deploying our AI-driven system, UM Health-West is taking a forward-looking approach to detecting weapons and, in turn, preserving a safe and welcoming care environment. We are proud of this meaningful opportunity to work with U-M, and more specifically deliver the outcomes they imagined but did not receive with prior solution choices."
• Gary Gorski, Director of Security at UM Health-West: "After seeing the technology in action, we felt this was a practical, pro-active step to help detect weapons while keeping the experience smooth for everyone who comes through our doors."