Xtract One selected to secure major ice hockey arena
Eve Goode
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Xtract One Technologies has announced that its SmartGateway screening solution was selected to secure UBS Arena in New York.
This contract is enabled through the company’s partnership with Oak View Group (OVG), a global sports and entertainment company.
UBS Arena is an 18,000-seat capacity venue located in New York’s Belmont Park and is home to the National Hockey League’s (NHL) New York Islanders.
Xtract One will provide fast and frictionless fan screening to optimise UBS Arena’s patron experience while bolstering safety and security.
The SmartGateway will secure key entrances for sports games, concerts, family shows and other live events held at UBS Arena.
Together with Oak View Group, Xtract One is working towards providing high-quality experiences for customers while enhancing the comfort and safety they feel when attending high capacity events.
“Enhance and strengthen UBS Arena’s mission”
Peter Evans, CEO, Xtract One commented: “We are pleased to have been selected by UBS Arena and the New York Islanders to secure their premises, another noteworthy accomplishment after recently achieving DHS certification.
“We are in active communication with many NHL teams and are excited by the rapid increase in interest that the DHS award has helped facilitate.
“This latest deployment, expected to be completed in the current quarter, perfectly blends the historic backdrop of the venue with our next-generation SmartGateway AI technology.”
He added: “Xtract One’s advanced systems will enhance and strengthen UBS Arena’s mission to provide safe, entertaining events for millions – giving patrons the best time possible.
“We’re excited to have them as a client and look forward to continue revolutionizing the customer experience.”
Leveraging AI-powered sensors
Xtract One’s SmartGateway system leverages AI-powered sensors to detect threats without invading guest privacy and comfort.
This makes the screening process for high throughput venues more efficient without compromising accuracy.
The SmartGateway scans patrons for weapons and other prohibited items as they enter the space.
This enhances patron experience by reducing security line wait times while still prioritising their safety.
“An expedited security process”
Mike Sciortino, General Manager, UBS Arena stated: “At UBS Arena, guest experience is always paramount.
“We want our guests to have a best in class experience every time they walk through our doors.”
“For your safety and the safety of others, our screening process is now frictionless using Xtract One technology.
He concluded: “There is no need to remove any items, including small bags and coats.
“Guests will be able to walk directly through the screening system for an expedited security process.”
