GE Security`s Explosive Detection Technology Receives Transportation Security Administration Certification

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Tue Jul 7, 2009 8:58am EDT

Itemiser DX is Latest GE Explosives Trace Detector to Meet TSA Certification
Standards; Delivers Results in Seconds
BRADENTON, Fla.--(Business Wire)--
GE Security Inc., a business of GE Enterprise Solutions (NYSE: GE), today
announced that the Itemiser® DX, desktop explosives trace-detection equipment,
has successfully completed the rigorous TSA certification process in the DHS
Transportation Security Laboratory, as well as extensive operational testing in
a live airport environment. As the latest GE trace detector to receive TSA
certification, the Itemiser DX provides effective threat substance
identification, including even the most complex explosive substances from a
single sample. 

GE Security`s flexible, lightweight detector simultaneously analyzes both
positive and negative ions, which allows for the ultimate explosive contraband
detection. Similar in appearance to the GE Itemiser3, this trace detector was
designed to be more sensitive and can identify a larger number of threat
substances. The Itemiser DX uses advanced trace technology and provides results
in seconds where other methods, particularly those that rely on visual
detection, may take longer or at times fail. 

"We are very pleased that the Itemiser DX is the latest detector to receive
certification from the Transportation Security Administration," said Dennis
Cooke of GE Security. "As one of only two companies certified with this type of
product, it is a true testament of GE Security`s commitment to developing
innovative solutions that meet the demands of various industries and governments
to ensure the safety and security of people." 

The Itemiser DX comes in a small, compact package with folding touch screen and
easy-carrying handle, coupled with a 60-minute battery backup, allowing users to
relocate quickly with minimal startup times. Easy navigation through the touch
screen automatically saves test results and allows for immediate printing, while
automated calibration helps assure operational accuracy. 

Based on Ion Trap Mobility Spectrometer (ITMS®) technology, the Itemiser DX
detects controlled and/or threat substances quickly and more accurately. For
more information regarding this detector, please visit www.gesecurity.com or
call 1-888-437-3287. 

About GE`s Security Business

GE Security, Inc., a business of GE Enterprise Solutions (NYSE: GE), is a
leading supplier of security and life safety technologies, with operations in
more than 26 countries. GE Security offers one of the industry's broadest
product portfolios, including access control, explosives and narcotics
detection, fire detection, intrusion, key management and video surveillance. GE
Security's products are used to protect people and property across a wide range
of industries, including aviation, banking and finance, education, government
and military, healthcare, law enforcement, residential, retail, stadiums and
event venues, and transportation. 

For more information about GE Security, please visit www.gesecurity.com. 

GE Security, making the world safer. 

About GE Enterprise Solutions

GE Enterprise Solutions delivers high-impact, integrated solutions that improve
customers` productivity and profitability. Enterprise Solutions helps customers
compete and win in a changing global environment by combining the power of GE`s
intelligent technologies with its multi-industry expertise. Enterprise Solutions
is comprised of high-tech, high-growth businesses including Security, Sensing &
Inspection, GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms, and Digital Energy. It has 17,000
customer-focused associates in more than 35 countries. 





Edelman for GE Security Inc.
Todd Usher
+1-202-326-1812
todd.usher@edelman.com
or
Michelle May for GE Security Inc.
+1-989-835-3563
michelle.may@ge.com




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