Athena provides a complete, end-to-end entryway security solution for healthcare environments—combining AI-powered weapons detection (WDS), integrated X-ray, and our new ambulance bay detection system into one unified platform.
While most providers focus only on front-door screening, Athena goes further. Our ambulance bay detector extends protection to critical entry points where traditional systems are often not deployed, helping ensure threats are identified before entering the facility—even during emergency intake.
With WDS for seamless walk-through screening, X-ray for fast and efficient bag checks, and advanced coverage across areas like ambulance bays, Athena delivers a level of protection and innovation that no other solution currently offers—all while maintaining speed, discretion, and a patient-friendly environment.
Highlights:
Screens hundreds of people per hour
Reduces more false alarms compared to metal detectors
One operator monitors all entry systems simultaneously
Our AI X-ray adds computer vision to baggage screening at healthcare facility entry points and parking garage checkpoints. The system detects firearms, knives, ammunition, and emerging threats including 3D-printed weapons in real time.
The AI runs locally on Apple iPad Pro devices for faster threat detection without network latency. If an operator steps away from the X-ray station, continuous presence monitoring automatically locks the system and shuts down radiation exposure. This protects both visitors and ensures compliance with healthcare safety regulation
Healthcare facilities need more than weapons detection. Our visitor management platform integrates check-in, credentialing, and watchlist screening into a unified solution. Epic integration ensures seamless coordination with your electronic health records system.
The platform maintains always-on offline capability, functioning during internet outages, power failures, and natural disasters. Data syncs automatically when connectivity returns, ensuring your healthcare facility never loses visitor security during emergencies.
Our holographic telepresence security officer projects life-size, interactive virtual security personnel at courthouse entry points. One remote operator can secure up to four locations simultaneously, providing 24/7 coverage while reducing staffing costs.
The hologram greets visitors, provides directions, answers common questions through AI-powered responses, and connects to live operators when human intervention is needed. Your facility maintains a visible security presence without the operational costs of traditional staffing models.
Our weapons detection system screens every person entering your healthcare facility without requiring them to stop, empty pockets, or remove medical devices. The platform works with CEIA Opengate, Apollo, Garrett, and Metrasens hardware, giving you flexibility in your security infrastructure.
The system uses computer vision and low-frequency electromagnetic technology to analyze people as they walk through at normal speed. When a potential threat is detected, security personnel receive silent alerts with visual verification. False positives stay below 0.001% even with medical equipment.
Our AI X-ray technology adds computer vision to baggage screening at healthcare facility entry points and parking garage checkpoints. The system detects firearms, knives, ammunition, and emerging threats including 3D-printed weapons in real time.
The AI runs locally on Apple iPad Pro devices for faster threat detection without network latency. If an operator steps away from the X-ray station, continuous presence monitoring automatically locks the system and shuts down radiation exposure. This protects both visitors and ensures compliance with healthcare safety regulations.
Healthcare facilities need more than weapons detection. Our visitor management platform integrates check-in, credentialing, and watchlist screening into a unified solution. Epic integration ensures seamless coordination with your electronic health records system.
The platform maintains always-on offline capability, functioning during internet outages, power failures, and natural disasters. Data syncs automatically when connectivity returns, ensuring your healthcare facility never loses visitor security during emergencies.
Athena delivers capabilities other security solutions cannot match. Our platform addresses real-world challenges security personnel face while helping organizations meet federal compliance requirements.
Most weapons detection vendors lock you into proprietary equipment. That means limited choices and potential vendor dependence for years. Athena’s platform works with Apollo 500, Apollo 650, CEIA Opengate, Garrett, and Metrasens Ultra systems. You select hardware that matches your throughput requirements, budget constraints, and facility layout.
Athena is the only platform designed specifically around Department of Homeland Security best practices for patron screening. The system digitizes and enforces guidelines including documentation requirements, testing protocols, and secondary screening procedures. When auditors arrive, you have complete documentation.
We pioneered and patented technology that detects visitors attempting to bypass screening entirely. Traditional metal detectors only monitor the portal itself. Our computer vision algorithms monitor the entire screening area continuously. When individuals attempt to evade detection, security staff receive instant notifications. This proactive threat detection catches attempts other gun detection systems miss completely.
While competitors offer point solutions, Athena integrates weapons detection with visitor management, AI X-ray screening, telepresence security, and augmented reality alert glasses. When the X-ray system detects a threat, it automatically alerts AR glasses and triggers personalized hologram instructions. That integration creates layered security measures traditional systems cannot provide.
Security leaders at Duke Health, Memorial Hermann, and Lamar Consolidated ISD trust Athena to protect their people. See why hospitals, schools, and government buildings choose our platform. Book a 30-minute demo and we’ll show you exactly what our concealed weapons detection system can do for your facility.
One remote security operator can monitor up to four entry points simultaneously using our holographic telepresence technology. Life-size interactive displays project virtual security personnel at checkpoints, greeting visitors in multiple languages.
This workforce multiplier technology addresses the ongoing staffing shortages affecting most hospitals and healthcare organizations. You maintain 24/7 security coverage at multiple locations without the total cost of full-time personnel at every checkpoint.
You schedule a consultation, and we listen. Our healthcare security specialists respond within 24 hours to understand your facility’s specific entry points, patient flow patterns, and regulatory requirements.
We visit your healthcare facility to assess traffic volumes, integration needs with existing systems, and optimal placement for weapons detection equipment. Your operations continue without interruption during the evaluation.
You receive a detailed proposal with ROI projections, DHS compliance documentation, and staffing impact analysis. We answer all your questions and address concerns from security teams, administration, and clinical leadership before you commit.
We install during off-hours so your healthcare facility stays fully operational. Our team integrates seamlessly with your video management, access control, and electronic health records systems. No disruption to patient care or visitor access.
Your security personnel get comprehensive training on threat alerts, system monitoring, and incident response procedures. We stay on-site for a minimum of two days post-installation and provide 24/7 technical support for all healthcare clients.
Healthcare professionals face unique security challenges that traditional metal detectors and security technology cannot address. Your teams need solutions that protect patients, staff, and visitors without creating the institutional feel that contradicts healing environments.
Metal detectors create 10-15 minute wait times at hospital entrances during peak visiting hours, frustrating families and delaying access to patients.
Our passive screening processes 400+ people per hour with zero wait times. Patients and visitors walk through at normal speed while AI monitors for concealed threats.
Traditional metal detectors trigger constant alarms for wheelchairs, walkers, insulin pumps, and medical equipment, requiring security operators to intervene repeatedly.AI-powered detection distinguishes between medical devices and genuine threats, reducing false positives while maintaining high accuracy.
AI-powered detection distinguishes between medical devices and genuine threats, reducing false positives while maintaining high accuracy.
Most hospitals have multiple entry points but cannot staff security personnel at every door without significant cost increases and staffing challenges.
One monitoring station covers all entry points simultaneously. Our telepresence technology lets two officers secure an entire campus that previously required eight full-time positions.
Healthcare workers experience violent incidents 12 times more frequently than other occupations, yet many threats enter facilities undetected by outdated security systems.
Real-time threat detection alerts security teams before weapons reach patient care areas. Our system provides immediate response capability and documented compliance with safety regulations.
Emergency departments must stay accessible 24/7 yet face the highest risk of violent incidents and weapons entry into healthcare settings.
Weapons detection integrates with automatic door controls and video surveillance for coordinated security response. Security personnel receive instant alerts without blocking emergency access.
Healthcare institutions face increasing regulatory requirements for weapons screening and visitor management while lacking cost-effective implementation solutions.
Our platform documents every screening event, maintains prohibited items logs per DHS 14.2.2, and generates compliance reports.
Many healthcare administrators delay security upgrades, hoping current measures are adequate or waiting for the right budget cycle. But every day without modern weapons detection exposes your facility to preventable risks. The costs of inaction compound quickly, affecting everything from staff retention to patient volumes to regulatory compliance.
Healthcare facilities without weapons detection face average settlements of $2-5 million following violent incidents. Your liability insurance premiums increase annually, and carriers now require documented security measures. One lawsuit costs more than a decade of prevention technology.
Healthcare workers experience workplace violence 12 times more than other occupations. Nurses and physicians now factor safety into employment decisions. Facilities with visible incidents face 23% higher turnover, with replacement costs averaging $52,000 per clinical position.
Joint Commission and CMS strengthen security standards annually. Facilities lacking documented threat prevention risk accreditation delays, Medicare penalties, and failed audits. California AB 2975 now requires hospital weapons detection by 2027 with significant fines for non-compliance.
Security incidents spread through community networks within 48 hours. Competing facilities with visible safety measures capture your referrals permanently. Emergency department revenue declines as patients divert elsewhere, costing hospitals $2-3 million annually in lost admissions.
The device uses low-frequency electromagnetic technology, dynamic non-contact detection, and meets EMC electromagnetic radiation standards. It is safe for pregnant women, children, and other humans, as well as pacemakers and electronic devices.
EN 45502-2-1:2003. (Cardiac pacemakers)
EN 45502-2-2:2008. (Implantable defibrillators)
ISO 14117:2019. (Cardiac pacemakers, cardioverter defibrillators, cardiac resynchronization devices)
ISO 14708-1:2014 (Implants for surgery)
ISO 14708-2:2019 (Cardiac pacemakers)
ISO 14708-3:2017 (Implantable neurostimulators)
ISO 14708-4:2008 (Implantable infusion pumps) ISO 14708-5:2020 (Circulatory support devices) ISO 14708-6:2019 (Implantable tachyarrhythmia treatment devices) ISO 14708-7:2019 (Cochlear implants, auditory brainstem implant systems)
Athena protects 500+ facilities across the United States. Our AI-powered gun detection system helps security teams at leading organizations create safer environments.
Duke Health deployed our weapons detection platform across 21 screening locations. Memorial Hermann relies on our technology at facilities across Houston. Lamar Consolidated ISD installed 24 systems throughout their school district. Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Franciscan Health Olympia Fields, Indiana Regional Medical Center, and Parkwest Casino chose Athena for integrated entryway security.
Pricing varies based on your facility’s needs. This includes factors like the number of entry points, overall size of the facility, and which systems you choose—such as weapons detection (WDS), AI-powered X-ray, ambulance bay coverage, or visitor management.
We provide free security assessments to design the right solution for your environment and budget. By tailoring the system to your specific entryways and operational flow, healthcare facilities can implement a solution that fits both their security requirements and patient experience goals.
Many organizations see a strong return through reduced staffing demands, improved efficiency, and better overall risk management—all while maintaining a safe, welcoming environment.
Athena is built as a complete, modern security platform for healthcare—not just a single product. While most providers offer one piece of the puzzle, Athena brings everything together into one seamless system designed for real hospital environments.
The result is a smarter, more connected approach to healthcare security—improving safety, efficiency, and patient experience all at once.
Yes. Our platform integrates seamlessly with major video management systems, access control platforms, and electronic health records including Epic. We connect to your existing security infrastructure without requiring complete replacement. The system sends real-time alerts to tablets, smartphones, and security operations centers. Integration typically completes during the two-day on-site support period following installation.
Athena is designed for fast, flexible deployment. A single entry unit can be installed, tested, and fully operational in less than an hour, with larger rollouts depending on the number of entry points and systems selected.
Timeline can vary based on integrations and internal processes. For example, integrations with platforms like Epic may take anywhere from a couple of weeks to several months, depending on how quickly those processes move on your side.
We coordinate installation during off-hours to avoid disrupting patient care, and our team ensures everything is running smoothly with on-site support and training so your staff is ready from day one.
For many healthcare facilities, the need is no longer optional—it’s becoming a requirement driven by regulation, safety standards, and workforce realities.
In California, AB 2975 is pushing hospitals toward stronger workplace violence prevention measures, including screening and detection at entry points. This reflects a broader shift across healthcare: facilities are expected to take proactive steps to reduce risk and protect staff and patients.
At the same time, OSHA requirements—including the General Duty Clause—make it clear that employers must provide a workplace free from recognized hazards. In healthcare, workplace violence is one of the fastest-growing risks, and organizations are expected to implement solutions that actively mitigate that threat.
There’s also a significant staffing impact. Replacing a nurse can cost tens of thousands of dollars, not to mention the operational strain and impact on patient care. Creating a safer environment helps improve retention, morale, and overall staff confidence.
If your facility:
…then a weapons detection system becomes a critical part of your overall safety strategy.
Athena helps healthcare facilities stay ahead of these challenges—protecting people, supporting compliance, and creating a safer, more secure environment for everyone.
We provide comprehensive on-site training for all security teams and operators during the two-day post-installation period. Training covers threat detection protocols, system monitoring, incident response procedures, and DHS compliance documentation. After installation, you receive 24/7 technical support through our dedicated healthcare client line. We also provide quarterly system updates and annual compliance reviews to ensure your facility maintains regulatory standards.
Our passive screening eliminates the institutional feel of traditional metal detectors. Patients and visitors walk through at normal speed without stopping, emptying pockets, or removing medical devices. The technology works silently in the background, and most people never realize they’ve been screened. Healthcare facilities report improved patient experience scores after implementation because screening eliminates visible security theater and reduces entry point congestion.
Yes. Our platform includes H-Shield cybersecurity protection specifically designed for healthcare environments. All visitor data, screening records, and alert information remain encrypted and HIPAA-compliant. The system integrates with Epic and other electronic health records platforms without exposing PHI or PII data. We maintain SOC 2 certification and undergo regular security audits to ensure compliance with healthcare privacy regulations and industry standards.
Yes. Our AI analyzes body positions, object shapes, and electromagnetic signatures to detect both ferrous and non-ferrous weapons including ceramic knives (if AI X-ray used), 3D-printed firearms, and composite materials that bypass traditional metal detection. The system combines different sensors, and low-frequency electromagnetic scanning to identify concealed threats regardless of material composition. This comprehensive approach catches weapons that metal detectors miss while eliminating false alarms from medical devices and personal belongings.
How does Athena help hospitals comply with California AB 2975? California law now mandates automated weapons screening at hospital main entrances and emergency departments. Athena’s platform is purpose-built for AB 2975 compliance, providing:
Automated Screening: Eliminates the need for manual hand-wanding as the primary method.
DHS Compliance Logging: Automated, auditable logs required for state and federal inspections.
Unified Entryway Control: Integrates visitor management with weapons detection to satisfy staffing and reporting mandates.
Athena’s Ambulance Bay Weapons Detection System was purpose built for ambulance bays that use specialized AI using imaging radar to differentiate between the heavy metal of a stretcher and a concealed firearm or knife. This allows ER teams to bring critical patients through the entrance without stopping for manual wanding, maintaining the “golden hour” of emergency care.
Per AB 2975 and EMTALA, medical care cannot be denied. Athena provides a “Clear Pass” custom workflow on the weapons detection system’s operator iPad to log alternative screening methods or medical exceptions, ensuring a digital paper trail for every encounter while respecting patient rights.
Athena is the only platform that delivers more data points for your team to make a split sec decision.
Object Composite Makeup: Our AI doesn’t just say “metal detected.” It analyzes the density and shape to provide a composite classification (e.g., “ferrous” vs. “non ferrous”), allowing guards to prepare for the specific type of threat before they even search.
Historical Risk Data: Because we link detection to visitor identity, an operator can instantly see: “Did this person have a weapon last time they visited?” or “Was this person involved in a verbal altercation in the ER last month?” or “Did this person return ten times with no issues”
Person of Interest (POI) Integration: We cross-reference alerts against your facility’s specific watchlists. If a “Person of Interest” or someone with a “No Trespass” order triggers an alert, the system prioritizes it as a high-risk encounter.
Apollo 500 is engineered for mobility. Each unit comes with a built-in 4 unit wheel kit integrated directly into the base. This allows a single security officer with in 2 mins to tilt and roll the system to different entryways as foot traffic patterns change.
Athena systems can be installed in a way that is fully flush with the floor, eliminating trip hazards and maintaining a clean, seamless look throughout your facility. Instead of using exposed cables or temporary floor mats, our team can embed wiring and mounting directly into the ground, creating a permanent, professional installation.
This approach removes the need for surface-level cable covers, reduces liability risks, and ensures compliance with safety standards—especially important in high-traffic environments like healthcare facilities, casinos, and corporate offices.
The result is a sleek, unobtrusive setup that blends into your space while keeping pathways completely clear and safe for guests, patients, and staff.
For specific installation options and requirements, contact Athena to learn more about how we can tailor a flush-mounted solution for your facility.
Athena provides an end-to-end weapons screening and entry management platform that aligns directly with AB 2975 requirements:
👉 Bottom line: Athena covers both detection + documentation, which AB 2975 expects.
Costs vary based on your facility size, number of entry points, and integration requirements with existing security systems. We provide free security assessments to recommend the right solution for your budget. Most healthcare facilities see ROI within 18 months through reduced staffing requirements, lower liability insurance premiums, and improved operational efficiency. Contact us for a customized proposal with detailed cost analysis.
We’re the only platform designed around Department of Homeland Security best practices specifically for healthcare environments. Our AI-powered system works with multiple hardware options including CEIA, Apollo, Garrett, and Metrasens, giving you flexibility competitors cannot match. We’ve deployed in over 500 healthcare facilities and maintain always-on offline capability critical for hospitals. Our telepresence technology also reduces staffing requirements by 75% per location.
Yes. Our platform integrates seamlessly with major video management systems, access control platforms, and electronic health records including Epic. We connect to your existing security infrastructure without requiring complete replacement. The system sends real-time alerts to tablets, smartphones, and security operations centers. Integration typically completes during the two-day on-site support period following installation.
Most healthcare facilities complete installation within 2-4 weeks from contract signing to full operation. Timeline depends on your entry point configuration, integration complexity with existing systems, and any construction requirements. We schedule installation during off-hours to avoid disrupting patient care. Our team stays on-site for two days post-installation to ensure security personnel are fully trained and systems operate correctly.
If your facility experiences more than 50 visitors daily per entry point, employs clinical staff in emergency or behavioral health departments, or faces regulatory pressure to enhance security measures, weapons detection delivers significant value. Healthcare organizations in urban areas or those with previous security incidents should prioritize implementation. Schedule a free security assessment to evaluate your specific risk factors and compliance requirements.
We provide comprehensive on-site training for all security teams and operators during the two-day post-installation period. Training covers threat detection protocols, system monitoring, incident response procedures, and DHS compliance documentation. After installation, you receive 24/7 technical support through our dedicated healthcare client line. We also provide quarterly system updates and annual compliance reviews to ensure your facility maintains regulatory standards.
Our passive screening eliminates the institutional feel of traditional metal detectors. Patients and visitors walk through at normal speed without stopping, emptying pockets, or removing medical devices. The technology works silently in the background, and most people never realize they’ve been screened. Healthcare facilities report improved patient experience scores after implementation because screening eliminates visible security theater and reduces entry point congestion.
Our AI-powered system achieves 99.9% accuracy for threat detection while reducing false positives by 99.9% compared to traditional metal detectors. The technology distinguishes between genuine threats and everyday items including keys, phones, medical equipment, and wheelchairs. We’ve screened millions of visitors across healthcare facilities without a single missed threat. The system continuously improves through machine learning, adapting to new threat patterns and reducing false alarms over time.
Yes. Our platform includes H-Shield cybersecurity protection specifically designed for healthcare environments. All visitor data, screening records, and alert information remain encrypted and HIPAA-compliant. The system integrates with Epic and other electronic health records platforms without exposing PHI or PII data. We maintain SOC 2 certification and undergo regular security audits to ensure compliance with healthcare privacy regulations and industry standards.
Yes. Our AI analyzes body positions, object shapes, and electromagnetic signatures to detect both ferrous and non-ferrous weapons including ceramic knives, 3D-printed firearms, and composite materials that bypass traditional metal detection. The system combines visual cameras, thermal imaging, and low-frequency electromagnetic scanning to identify concealed threats regardless of material composition. This comprehensive approach catches weapons that metal detectors miss while eliminating false alarms from medical devices and personal belongings.
You need a platform that catches threats before they enter your facility. Athena’s AI-powered system works with the hardware you choose while adding intelligent oversight that traditional metal detectors lack. Our technology helps you meet DHS best practices, reduce staffing gaps, and document every screening for compliance auditing.
