New Checkpoint DC For Rapid Examination Of Security Documents

To improve the convenience and speed of examination of these documents when checking ultraviolet (UV) excited security safeguards the Checkpoint-DC has two special safety features.

Whereas similar instruments use cumbersome UV light blocking doors which don’t allow access to the document when they are closed, the Checkpoint-DC has a system of integral UV filters which prevent any harmful radiation reaching the operator and a unique magnetic document holding system. Additionally a sensor will detect any intrusion, such as an operator’s hand, into the work area and switch off the light source, so making the use of the Checkpoint-DC with these UV light sources much more convenient.

The operator simply places the document in the work area, locks into position with two metallic strips which are magnetically attracted to the work area and switches on the UV light source. If the document requires re-positioning or to retrieve the document after the examination the operator may reach into the instrument quite safely as the light source will switch off automatically.

About the Checkpoint-DC

The Checkpoint-DC has been designed for the rapid examination of most types of security documents, such as passports, identity cards and driving licences at locations where such documents are presented for entry to a country or to gain access to a secure area; likewise in situations such as at banks where some financial gain may be made with the presentation of the correct documentation.

The instrument is simple to use and operators with very little training should very quickly be able to perform basic document checks.

Using the non-destructive optical techniques the Checkpoint-DC is a powerful tool for the detection of alterations, additions and erasures to documents, as well as enabling the operator to verify many of the current document security safeguards.

Power can be from the local mains supply or from any 12 volt dc source, allowing the Checkpoint-DC to be used in patrol vehicles or at temporary checkpoints.