Xtract One selected to support Nova Scotia Health

TORONTO — Xtract One Technologies has announced its SmartGateway has been selected by Nova Scotia Health to strengthen security measures and provide AI-powered weapons detection across facilities province-wide, with an initial order of 25 systems. 

Nova Scotia Health, in tandem with its nurses’ union, is working to modernize and strengthen security across its facilities. Xtract One was selected for its ability to accurately detect knives, a top priority for the organization.

“Violence against healthcare workers is a challenge that persists and demands addressing. By deploying SmartGateway, Nova Scotia Health is setting an important example for what it means to take meaningful action to protect frontline healthcare workers, patients, and visitors,” said Peter Evans, CEO of Xtract One. “This installation marks another key step in our expanding work with Canadian healthcare organizations, having deployed in Manitoba earlier this year. We look forward to  continuing to deliver effective threat detection as more providers take proactive measures to prioritize security and peace of mind for their teams.”    

Previously tested in Truro, Nova Scotia, over a 12-day trial period, SmartGateway successfully scanned 7,400 individuals entering the facility and detected 49 prohibited items during that period, mostly pocket knives and box cutters.

“Our goal is to deliver first class healthcare, and ensuring the safety of all who enter our facilities is a critical step in providing that service,” said Dean Stienburg, Director of Security for Nova Scotia Health. “With SmartGateway, we’re making tangible strides in bolstering our overall approach to security. We were impressed by the system’s effectiveness during the trial period and are looking forward to the deployment helping us mitigate and respond to the threats of today’s environment.”

To learn more, visit www.xtractone.com.