b'34 PSP SECURITY Ultimately, our goal is to achieve 100% screening of all aviationInstallationworkers every day, shares Reynoso.The airport chose to locate its new screening system at the main McNaughton emphasizes that weapons are detected in near- employee entrance, a central spot to minimize delays. Once real time, with equipment operators alerted about suspectedemployees pass through the portal, they cannot return to the threats within 0.2 seconds. secure area without being screened again.The system addresses privacy concerns by only displayingInstallation required close collaboration among Liberty the location of a potential threat on an avatar figure. ReynosoDefense, Veterans High Risk Security Solutions and the airports also points out that the system doesnt save images; they areSecurity, Maintenance and IT departments to ensure a smooth, automatically deleted when no longer needed. streamlined deployment, Reynoso says.When the system highlights a specific area that could be aThe HEXWAVE team handled installation, calibration and threat, a third-party screening officer or airport employee cantraining. then ask the individual to remove any items in that area andNo building modifications were necessary because PSP had walk through again, McNaughton explains. The advantage iscreated an aviation worker screening room during its recent that no clothing needs to be removed; just the contents of theirticketing wing expansion.pockets.The two main installation requirements are power outlets and Overall, the screening process takes about six seconds fromspace. Each 140-pound unit measures about 73 inches tall,start to finish, including walking through, receiving results and44 inches wide, 9 inches deep and requires two power outlets. moving on. Thats with no alarms, McNaughton specifies.Most airports dont want to spend extra money on Even with its next-gen system in place, PSP still uses walk- building changes because this is an unfunded TSA mandate, through metal detectors to accommodate employees who areMcNaughton notes. They want to minimize capital expenses. hesitant about the new HEXWAVE unit.Many airports have pushed back since it comes out of their own Its common for airports to use a mix of security technology,budgets. But ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) is notes McNaughton. In the future, well probably see amandating members toward 100% aviation worker screening, people screener, an X-ray machine and trace detection for theand its been implemented globally.identification of explosives at these checkpoints.Reynoso reports that installation at PSP was a breeze, but there was a learning curve to navigate afterward. As with any new equipment, a period of adjustment is necessary to become fully acquainted and comfortable with the system, for both the operator and the end user, she remarks. Looking ahead, the airport plans to expand use of the system to more checkpoints as PSP grows.Lessons for Other AirportsReynoso recommends careful planning when adding a HEXWAVE system. Start by developing a clear, well-defined scope of work. Assess operational needs, ensure adequate space and allocate sufficient time to properly introduce the system to screening personnel and employees, she advises. Strong collaboration across departments and comprehensive training for screening professionals are essential to support a smooth and effective transition. She hopes that sharing details about The Global Standard in PSPs early adoption will help other airports as they work to meet the looming 2026 TSA FOD Collection deadline. www.fodboss.comNovember | December 2025AirportImprovement.com'