Mr. Peter Evans reports

XTRACT ONE TECHNOLOGIES SELECTED BY SENTARA HEALTH FOR WEAPONS DETECTION SERVICES

Xtract One Technologies Inc. has formed a partnership with Sentara Health to provide weapons detection services at hospitals in Virginia, following a successful deployment of Xtract One's SmartGateway entry screening technology. The deployment at two hospitals was part of the evaluation for expansion to all 12 Sentara hospitals in Virginia and North Carolina.

Violence against health care workers has grown, especially since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. About 74 per cent of workplace violence in the United States is committed against health care workers, according to the National Institutes of Health. While all Sentara facilities are posted as firearm- and weapon-free, undetected weapons have the potential to escalate confrontations into lethal conflicts.

Xtract One's SmartGateway unobtrusively detects hidden firearms, knives and other weapons as they enter buildings. The solution's artificial intelligence (AI) sensors scan for prohibited items without requiring the offloading of personal items.

"Our first promise to our patients, visitors and staff is safety," says Sherwin Stewart, system lead for the Xtract One pilot. "We selected Xtract One's solution because it aligns with our goal to provide a safe and welcoming environment. We appreciate the flexibility of Xtract One's solution to adapt to our operations rather than the other way around."

In addition to health care facilities, SmartGateway is also protecting entrances at arenas and stadiums around the country, as well as casinos, workplaces and schools. Its flexible configuration allows the technology to work effectively in a range of industries -- from hospitals and health care facilities to stadiums and arenas -- with the common purpose of protecting patrons and workers from mass casualty events.

"Xtract One's SmartGateway is an ideal solution for organizations like Sentara, whose priority is providing a positive experience and exceptional overall patient care," said Peter Evans, Xtract One chief executive officer. "Sentara evaluated several solutions on the market, and we are very happy to deliver the customizable solution they were seeking. Most compelling was our ability to align our system with their specific needs. Our philosophy, and every aspect of the business, is oriented toward delivering that brand experience for our customers."

About Xtract One Technologies Inc.

Xtract One is a leading technology-driven threat detection and security solution leveraging AI to provide seamless and secure patron access control experiences. The company makes unobtrusive threat detection systems that enable venue building operators to prioritize and deliver improved patron experiences while providing unprecedented safety. Xtract One's innovative multisensor gateway product enables companies to covertly screen for weapons at points of entry without disrupting the flow of traffic. Its AI-based video recognition software allows venue and building operators to identify weapons and other threats inside and outside of facilities, and receive valuable intelligence for optimizing operations.

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