{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"058 - Smarter Security Screening with CEIA\u2019s OPENGATE\u00ae Technology","description":"In this episode, we explore CEIA\u2019s OPENGATE\u00ae system, sharing insights from hands-on testing. Unlike traditional metal detectors, OPENGATE\u00ae is wireless, portable, weather-resistant, and managed through a mobile app, making it faster to deploy and easier to use in dynamic school and event environments. Guest Matt Samels from CEIA USA breaks down what sets this system apart, and Tom highlights Herring Technology\u2019s experience field-testing the product. We also discuss the importance of training, proper implementation, and lessons learned from real-world incidents. Notes: 1:32 \u2013 Intro to CEIA: From traditional metal detectors to their latest innovation, OPENGATE\u00ae, a wireless detection system. 2:50 \u2013 CEIA\u2019s growth post-9\/11, though they\u2019ve been around much longer. 4:15 \u2013 What sets OPENGATE\u00ae apart from traditional metal detectors. 5:55 \u2013 Antioch High School shooting: detection equipment was available but not in use. 7:40 \u2013 Tom\u2019s evaluation after field-testing the OPENGATE\u00ae system. 16:10 \u2013 OPENGATE\u00ae is weatherproof (heat, rain, etc.). Wind can trigger alarms, but units can be stabilized (e.g., Denver Broncos). 19:20 \u2013 Tom broke down, moved, and reassembled the system in under 5 minutes. 21:45 \u2013 Growing reliance on tech allows staff to focus on higher-level tasks. 25:30 \u2013 Metal detectors aren\u2019t the sole solution. Technology + personnel + training must work together. 30:00 \u2013 Why testing products matters more than brand loyalty. 32:50 \u2013 Many well-funded schools install quality tech poorly or skip training, making it ineffective. 36:07 \u2013 The success formula: Technology + Human Intervention + Proper Procedures = Effective Violence Mitigation. Learn more about CEIA and the OPENGATE\u00ae system:&amp;nbsp;CEIA OPENGATE ","author_name":"Tips, Tactics, and Tools Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/tipstacticstools.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/37759365\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/37759365"}