Viken Detection: Company Research Report
Company Overview
Name
Viken Detection
Mission
Viken Detection's mission is to create innovative detection technology to protect people against hidden dangers and unseen threats.
Founding and Founders
No information is available about the founding date or the founders of Viken Detection.
Key People
- Jim Ryan
- Peter Rothschild, PhD
- Basak Karbeyaz
- Robert Postle
- Chitra Subramanian
- Christopher Flanagan
- Hanh Lai, PhD
- Jimmy Failla
- Jon Decker
- Mark Laustra
- Tony Dunne
Headquarters
21 North Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803, United States.
Number of Employees
Over 100 employees.
Revenue
No information is available about the revenue of Viken Detection.
Known For
Viken Detection is known for its cutting-edge detection technology, using X-ray imaging and chemical analysis. Their products are trusted by authorities for identifying hidden weapons, narcotics, cash, explosives, and other contraband at border crossings, ports of entry, security checkpoints, and within residential and commercial properties.
Products
Overview
Viken Detection offers a range of industry-leading x-ray imaging and chemical analysis products that help identify concealed threats.
Product Catalog
1. Nighthawk™
- Handheld x-ray imagers for locating concealed contraband. Used by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to assist agents in locating contraband without physical searches.
2. Osprey™/Harrier™
- Vehicle scanning systems. Deployed by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection to prevent drug and human trafficking along borders.
3. Foxhound™
- Trace narcotics analyzer with capabilities to detect narcotics presence using charged particle conversion for chemical analysis.
4. Pb200™
- X-ray fluorescence technology to analyze element composition, particularly useful in detecting lead within a structure or sample.
Key Features
- X-ray Imaging: Produces 2D images of objects to detect contraband within seconds.
- Chemical Analysis: Identifies the presence of narcotics or explosives by charged particle conversion.
- Element Identification: Measures secondary X-ray emissions to determine elements' presence, enhancing lead detection capabilities.
Recent Developments
In the Marketplace
- Innovation Initiatives: Viken Detection focuses heavily on innovation, launching AI and machine-learning initiatives. The company holds 20 technology patents.
New Product Launches
- The information regarding new product launches is not explicitly available.
New Features
- No detailed information about newly added features to existing products.
New Partnerships
- Viken has collaborated with Secure Life Group for showcasing capabilities at international events such as the International Exhibition for National Security & Resilience in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Industry Involvement and Events
- Upcoming Engagements:
- Viken is a platinum sponsor at the NASDEA Spring Conference, focusing on drug prevention solutions.
- Participation in the Border Security Expo and International Exhibition for National Security & Resilience.
- Presentation at the 43rd AJA Conference & Jail Expo, showcasing their lineup for correctional facility security.
Industries Served
- Law Enforcement
- Customs & Border Protection
- Military
- Aviation
- Corrections
- Construction & Real Estate
- Critical Infrastructure
- Urban Security
This report provides a structured overview of Viken Detection with available data culminating in a coherent portrait of the company's offerings and industry engagement.
