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Drug Detection Systems for Reliable Narcotics Screening

Strengthen security screening with professional drug detection systems designed to identify narcotics and controlled substances quickly and accurately. Penta Technology Solutions supplies, installs, and supports drug detection solutions across Sri Lanka.

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What is a drug detection system used for?

A drug detection system is used to detect trace or concealed narcotics on people, baggage, parcels, vehicles, or surfaces to support security and enforcement operations at checkpoints.

Why Drug Detection Matters in Security Screening

Narcotics trafficking and possession risks can impact public safety, workplace security, and border control operations. Dedicated detection systems help teams:

Quickly

Identify controlled substances more quickly than manual methods

Improve

Improve consistency in checkpoint screening SOPs

Risk

Reduce risk at border crossings and sensitive locations

Support

Support safer handling of suspicious items

Drug Detection Solutions We Provide

race Drug Detection

Trace detection systems identify microscopic drug residues from swabs collected on hands, bags, clothing, parcels, or surfaces.

Common use cases

  • Secondary screening at airports
  • Customs and border checkpoints
  • Parcel screening in logistics

Key advantages

  • High sensitivity
  • Fast analysis and clear results
  • Desktop options for screening points

Portable Drug Detectors

Handheld devices designed for mobile teams and quick on-site screening.

Common use cases

  • Road checkpoints and vehicle screening
  • Event security and temporary checkpoints
  • Rapid response operations

Key advantages

  • Lightweight and battery-powered
  • Easy to deploy and operate
  • Rapid results for time-sensitive operations

Integrated Screening Approaches

For many facilities, drug detection works best alongside:

  • X-ray scanners (bags/parcels)
  • Metal detectors (people screening)
  • SOP-based secondary inspections

Key Features to Expect in Professional Drug Detection Systems

Detection performance

Trace detection capability for common narcotics
High sensitivity with reduced false alarms
Quick results to support high-throughput screening

Operator-friendly controls

Simple user interface and clear pass/fail results
Minimal sample preparation
Portable and fixed configurations

Reliability & suitability

Stable performance for routine screening
Options for varied environments and operational conditions

consistent, professional, and scalable

How Drug Detection Works

  • Sample collection: Swab or scan target area (bag, parcel, surface, hands)
  • Analysis: System processes sample and checks for target substances
  • Result: Clear or alarm indication
  • Next steps: Secondary screening and reporting according to SOP

Where Drug Detection Systems Are Commonly Used in Sri Lanka

Airports & customs

passenger and parcel screening

Police & enforcement operations

checkpoints and investigations

Prisons & correctional facilities

entry control and contraband prevention

Logistics & courier hubs

parcel screening for suspicious shipments

High-security sites

controlled access zones

Choosing the Right Drug Detection Solution

Choosing depends on your operation type, mobility needs, and screening volume.

Quick selection guide

  • Fixed screening points → trace detection (desktop)
  • Mobile and temporary operations → portable drug detectors
  • High-security sites → integrated screening (X-ray + trace detection + SOP)

What we consider during consultation

  • Screening volume and workflow
  • Mobility and power requirements
  • Operator training level and SOP needs
  • Environmental conditions (indoor/outdoor)

Installation, Commissioning & Support

Penta Technology Solutions provides end-to-end support, including:

  • Site assessment and solution recommendation
  • Supply, installation, and configuration
  • Operator guidance and best-practice screening workflows
  • Ongoing support options

Best Practices for Better Screening Outcomes

  • Combine drug detection with X-ray and metal detection for layered security
  • Maintain consistent SOPs for secondary checks
  • Train operators on sampling and handling practices
  • Keep records and reporting aligned to your operational policy
  • Perform routine checks and servicing where required

Frequently Asked Questions

Trace drug detection identifies microscopic residues of narcotics collected from swabs of hands, bags, parcels, or surfaces.

Yes. Security metal detectors are commonly used worldwide for routine entry screening.

Yes. Portable devices are suitable for mobile screening and temporary operations.

They reduce reliance on manual methods, but suspicious results typically require SOP-based secondary inspection and reporting.

Yes, when used according to manufacturer guidelines and recommended handling procedures.

Yes. We support supply, installation, commissioning, and after-sales assistance based on requirements.

Get the Right Drug Detection System for Your Checkpoint

We help you select reliable drug detection solutions based on your screening needs, throughput, and operational environment.

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