HAB International supplies, installs and supports air cargo inspection equipment for airlines, airports, freight companies, freight forwarders and cargo handling facilities across Southern Africa.
As the exclusive Southern African distributor of Rapiscan Systems, HAB offers air cargo screening solutions that help businesses maintain high levels of security without slowing down operations. Rapiscan’s technology can inspect everything from parcels and freight to pallets and fully loaded air cargo containers, with selected systems able to automatically detect explosives and reduce the need for manual interpretation.
Many Rapiscan systems are also listed on the TSA-approved Air Cargo Screening Qualified Technology List (ACSQTL), helping operators meet recognised air cargo security requirements.
With systems available for different cargo sizes, volumes and operational needs, HAB can help you choose the right air cargo inspection solution for your facility.
Rapiscan Air Cargo Inspection Equipment
Rapiscan 928DX
The Rapiscan 928DX combines dual-view X-ray technology with a large tunnel opening and low conveyor, making it ideal for screening large baggage, parcels and smaller air cargo.
It is designed for applications including air cargo facilities, customs operations, critical infrastructure and aviation screening.
Rapiscan 632DV
The Rapiscan 632DV is a heavy-duty dual-view X-ray system designed for pallet, break-bulk and larger air cargo inspection applications.
Its large tunnel and dual-view imaging capabilities support efficient inspection of high volumes of cargo while helping screening operators identify potential threats.
Choosing the Right Air Cargo Screening System
The right air cargo screening equipment will depend on the type and volume of freight being inspected.
Important factors include:
Cargo and pallet dimensions
Required screening throughput
Available installation space
Type of cargo being handled
Security and regulatory requirements
Whether single or dual-view imaging is required
Operator and training requirements
Ongoing servicing and maintenance
HAB can assist in identifying the right air cargo inspection solution for you, based on the specific requirements of your facility.
Air Cargo Inspection FAQs
Q: What is air cargo inspection?
A: Air cargo inspection is the process of screening freight, parcels, pallets and other cargo before or during transportation to identify prohibited items or potential security threats. X-ray systems are commonly used to inspect cargo without having to manually open every shipment.
Q: What equipment is used for air cargo screening?
A: Air cargo screening commonly uses X-ray inspection systems designed for different sizes of freight. Smaller systems may be used for parcels and small cargo, while larger X-ray systems are designed to accommodate pallets, break-bulk freight and high-volume cargo operations.
Q: What is the difference between the Rapiscan 928DX and 632DV?
A: The Rapiscan 928DX is suited to large baggage, parcels and smaller cargo, while the 632DV has a substantially larger tunnel and heavy-duty design for pallet and break-bulk cargo screening. HAB can advise which system is better suited to your cargo dimensions and throughput requirements.
Q: Who uses air cargo inspection equipment?
A: Air cargo inspection systems are commonly used by airports, airlines, freight forwarders, cargo handling companies, logistics operators, customs authorities and other organisations responsible for maintaining air cargo security.
Q: Does HAB install and support air cargo screening equipment?
A: Yes. HAB supplies and installs Rapiscan air cargo screening equipment and provides ongoing technical support and maintenance for supported systems across Southern Africa.
Q: Does HAB provide training for air cargo screening operators?
A: Yes. HAB provides security screening training to help operators understand how to use screening equipment correctly and identify potential threats during the inspection process.
Q: What is air cargo inspection?
A: Air cargo inspection is the process of screening freight, parcels, pallets and other cargo before or during transportation to identify prohibited items or potential security threats. X-ray systems are commonly used to inspect cargo without having to manually open every shipment.
Q: What equipment is used for air cargo screening?
A: Air cargo screening commonly uses X-ray inspection systems designed for different sizes of freight. Smaller systems may be used for parcels and small cargo, while larger X-ray systems are designed to accommodate pallets, break-bulk freight and high-volume cargo operations.
Q: What is the difference between the Rapiscan 928DX and 632DV?
A: The Rapiscan 928DX is suited to large baggage, parcels and smaller cargo, while the 632DV has a substantially larger tunnel and heavy-duty design for pallet and break-bulk cargo screening. HAB can advise which system is better suited to your cargo dimensions and throughput requirements.
Q: Who uses air cargo inspection equipment?
A: Air cargo inspection systems are commonly used by airports, airlines, freight forwarders, cargo handling companies, logistics operators, customs authorities and other organisations responsible for maintaining air cargo security.
Q: Does HAB install and support air cargo screening equipment?
A: Yes. HAB supplies and installs Rapiscan air cargo screening equipment and provides ongoing technical support and maintenance for supported systems across Southern Africa.
Q: Does HAB provide training for air cargo screening operators?
A: Yes. HAB provides security screening training to help operators understand how to use screening equipment correctly and identify potential threats during the inspection process.
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