HazMat Systems Introduces a New Compact Model of CASS to the Chemical and Transportation Industries.ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- Lighter Version Designed to More Easily Inspect Tanker Trucks HazMat Systems, Inc. (HMSI HMSI Honda Motorcycles & Scooters India HMSI Hazard Management Systems, Inc. ), the leader in providing innovative security products to the chemical, petroleum and transportation industries, today announced the availability of a new, more versatile model of Chemical Acoustic Signature For the article with regards audio files, see . Acoustic signature is used to describe a combination of acoustic emissions of ships and submarines. Contributing factors The acoustic signature is made up of a number of individual elements. System (CASS CASS Cardiology, cardiovascular surgery A randomized, open label, multicenter trial that compared the outcomes of CABG vs. medical therapy on M&M in Pts with coronary artery disease after an MI. See Angina, CABG, Silent ischemia. ). The new model was designed to easily obtain readings from hard-to-reach areas, such as in between drums and compartments in tanker trucks. The new CASS unit was unveiled at the Security Summit, a chemical industry meeting sponsored by the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturers Association (SOCMA SOCMA Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturers Association ) and the American Chemistry Council The American Chemistry Council (ACC), formerly known as the Chemical Manufacturers' Association, is an industry trade association for American chemical companies. The American Chemistry Council (ACC) is in charge of improving the public image of the chemical industry. . Attendees were able to see CASS identify chemicals in sealed containers and detect contraband. CASS can be used to quickly inspect all inbound trucks into chemical plants to help mitigate terrorist attacks. The new CASS model is lighter in weight, more compact, and easier to maneuver which allows for quick readings. The latest model also comes with a longer lasting lithium battery and a velcro strap which secures the unit on the users hand. In addition, the casing is made from a new shock proof, high strength plastic, making it more sturdy in the field. "The administration recently agreed with Congress that there should be legislation regarding chemical plant security," said Robert Tillson, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of HMSI. "Chemical companies will need an efficient way to inspect inbound trucks carrying hazardous chemicals. CASS can reduce the costs, risk, time and injuries associated with these inspections, while at the same time increasing security." Benefits of CASS include: quick examination of typical chemical containers (drums, barrels, pipelines and tanker trucks); the ability to determine content and fill levels without opening containers; the power to distinguish similar from dissimilar container contents; and the detection of hidden compartments and submerged contraband. The technology behind CASS was developed by the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory The Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is one of nine United States Department of Energy (DOE) multiprogram national laboratories. The laboratory PNNL is located in Richland, Washington, and operates a marine research facility in Sequim, Washington. , operated by Battelle Memorial Institute The Battelle Memorial Institute is a private not-for-profit applied science and technology development company headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. The institute opened in 1929 but traces its origins to the 1923 will of Ohio industrialist Gordon Battelle which provided for its on behalf of the U.S. Department of Energy. More than 125 units of the original model have been sold to agencies such as the United Nations, the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, the U.S. Department of Transportation, and Customs. About HazMat Systems, Inc. HazMat Systems, Inc. (HMSI) is a Virginia-based marketer of security products aimed at the chemical and transportation industries. The company's first product, CASS, is a non-intrusive chemical identification system aimed at the chemical and transportation industry. HMSI will also market complementary products that will support site security guidelines. For more information on the company and its products, please call 703-652-4512 or visit www.hazmatsystemsinc.com |
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