Markland Technologies' Vehicle Stopping System Offers Deterrent as Illegal Smuggling Across US-Mexican Border Increases
Markland Technologies, Inc. (MKLD), an integrated security company, (www. marklandtech. com) posted today recent video coverage (see link below) on one of its border security technologies, the Vehicle Stopping System (VSS).
(PRWEB) July 25, 2003
News Release
For Immediate Release:
Markland Technologies' Vehicle Stopping System Offers Deterrent as Illegal Smuggling Across US-Mexican Border Increases
RIDGEFIELD, CT (PRWEB) Jul 23, 2003 - Markland Technologies, Inc. (MKLD), an integrated security company, (www. marklandtech. com) posted today recent video coverage (see link below) on one of its border security technologies, the Vehicle Stopping System (VSS).
The VSS net is used to capture and stop rogue vehicles without endangering the safety of the occupants.
Smuggling has become a high-volume business at the US-Mexican border. The DHS has made border security a priority, while Mexican officials have said that the safety and health of the illegal migrants are imperative. The safe nature of the VSS to capture rogue vehicles makes it a viable component of an integrated technology solution
The VSS is now being evaluated for multiple site installations since the successful testing at the San Ysidro, California port of entry. The VSS can stop and detain smugglers and terrorists traveling at speeds up to 50 MPH, versus the current dangerous and ineffective methods of tire shredders. According to recent news, smuggling is on the increase, and the VSS offers a safe and economical deterrent.
The INS changed policy to prevent illegal migration over the Mexico-US border in 1994 with the focus on deterrents, mostly in the form of increased border patrol personnel. Changes in security needs, due to 9/11, and the formation of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), have directed the focus to finding solutions in the form of technologies.
The VSS is a simple technology that can be easily deployed and installed as a cost effective deterrent. Markland is currently contracted with the Department of Homeland Security to perform maintenance and logistical support activities at multiple US Border Ports of Entry. In addition, Markland is building a complimentary portfolio of biometric solutions. The VSS is currently being evaluated for border, military, and commercial applications.
"Media coverage of the VSS includes 88 airings in 34 markets including ABC, CBS, FOX, CNN and NBC " stated Markland's President Ken Ducey. "This is only one of several technologies in our Homeland Security portfolio that can be used for border and port security. We are excited about the industry exposure and response it has received to date."
The VSS is a remotely triggered denial of entry device that utilizes a net to capture and surround a suspicious vehicle, capturing the occupants aside until authorities arrive. The agent or sentry deploys the net when a vehicle ignores commands and attempts to speed out of the port.
For additional information about Markland Technologies and additional info on the Vehicle Stopping System visit the Company website: www. marklandtech. com
About Markland Technologies:
Markland Technologies is committed to helping secure America by providing innovative emerging technologies and expert services to meet the country's needs to protect our people, our borders and our infrastructure assets.
The Company is a member of the Homeland Security Industries Association http://www. hsianet. org (http://www. hsianet. org).
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For the VSS video clip click here:
Http://www. newstream. com/public_story. html?10122 (http://www. newstream. com/public_story. html?10122)
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