Use case
Stadium Security Screening
Stadiums, as large gathering places, present a complex array of security challenges.
The challenge
Thorough screening, efficient entry
Stadiums, as large gathering places, present a complex array of security challenges. These challenges stem from the sheer volume of people, the emotional intensity of events, and the potential for malicious intent. In addition to screening for metallic and non-metallic threat items. Balancing the need to screen thoroughly for a range of threat materials with the need to maintain efficient entry flow and provide a good visitor experience is a major challenge.
- Where
- Stadium entrances
- Threats
- Explosives and weapons, metallic and non-metallic
- Product
- Apstec Falcon
- Setup
- Highly mobile, indoors or outdoors
The solution
Fast, non-invasive screening for a wide range of threats
Apstec’s next-generation screening technology, Human Security Scanner (HSS) Falcon provides a fast, non-invasive security experience while at the same time screening for a wide range of threats. The comprehensive, smart solution uniquely detects explosives and weapons on people and in bags. Highly mobile, Falcon is designed for rapid installation, relocation or removal and can be installed indoors or outdoors. The system’s ability to quickly non-invasively screen large numbers of people for multiple threats and substances enables stadiums to streamline their security technology deployments, providing a high-level of assurance as well as first-rate arrival experience.
450,000+ spectators
at the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, screened with Apstec Falcon
2,500+ people / hour
screened by Apstec Falcon
No stopping
No routine manual inspections at the entrance
Large crowds, high expectations
What stadium entrances have to handle
Thousands of fans arrive within short periods of time, creating significant pressure on entry points, security teams and venue operations.
01
Volume at kick-off
Entry processes must handle large crowds without creating bottlenecks or unnecessary delays.
02
Metallic and organic threats
Metallic threats as well as organic hazards such as explosives and pyrotechnics.
03
The fan experience
The visitor experience begins long before the opening whistle or faceoff.
How it works
Apstec Falcon at the gates
Apstec Falcon combines millimeter-wave technology with passive metal detection, designed specifically for high-throughput environments.
Walk through
No stopping for manual checks
Visitors move through the screening area without stopping for routine manual inspections, keeping entry flows efficient.
Explosives, weapons and pyrotechnics
On people and in bags
Identifies metallic objects and organic hazards such as explosives or pyrotechnics.
Highly mobile
Indoors or outdoors
Designed for rapid installation, relocation or removal, so it moves with the event.
Monitoring and reporting
Streamlined operations
Sophisticated monitoring, management and reporting that reduces complexity and costs.
With the Apstec Falcon security systems from our partner APSTEC Systems, we were able to contribute to the safety of the ice hockey fans. Visitors pass through the archway without stopping or undergoing manual checks, contributing to safe and efficient entry.
Products
Our products
Questions
Screening at stadiums
Something else? Write to info@apstecsystems.com or call +46 8 525 130 65.
Why are stadiums hard to secure?
Stadiums, as large gathering places, present a complex array of security challenges. These challenges stem from the sheer volume of people, the emotional intensity of events, and the potential for malicious intent. In addition to screening for metallic and non-metallic threat items. Balancing the need to screen thoroughly for a range of threat materials with the need to maintain efficient entry flow and provide a good visitor experience is a major challenge.
How does Apstec screen at stadiums?
Apstec’s next-generation screening technology, Human Security Scanner (HSS) Falcon provides a fast, non-invasive security experience while at the same time screening for a wide range of threats. The comprehensive, smart solution uniquely detects explosives and weapons on people and in bags. Highly mobile, Falcon is designed for rapid installation, relocation or removal and can be installed indoors or outdoors. The system’s ability to quickly non-invasively screen large numbers of people for multiple threats and substances enables stadiums to streamline their security technology deployments, providing a high-level of assurance as well as first-rate arrival experience.
Which Apstec products suit stadiums?
Apstec Falcon: it detects explosives and weapons on people and in bags, is highly mobile and can be installed indoors or outdoors.
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