Explosives trace detector

Explosives trace detector

Explosives trace detector's (ETD) are security equipment able to detect explosives of small magnitude. Devices similar to ETDs are also used to detect narcotics. The equipment is used mainly in airports and other vulnerable areas considered susceptible to acts of unlawful interference.


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