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Xtract One chosen for UM Health-West ER security

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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."
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