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Static Security Modules
Heathrow Airport required new security screening facilities to meet strict Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) requirements. ACS Modular delivered three fully fitted modular units, designed and tested off-site for rapid installation and full compliance.
Project Overview
Project Overview
ACS Modular designed and delivered three modular security screening units to support Heathrow Airport’s compliance with Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) security requirements.
The project demonstrated the capability of modular systems to integrate highly sensitive security equipment while meeting strict operational standards.
The Challenge
Heathrow Airport required new security facilities capable of accommodating specialised security screening equipment while meeting strict aviation regulatory standards.
Key challenges included:
- Compliance with CAA security requirements
- Integration of sensitive screening technology
- Requirement for fully fitted units delivered ready for operation
- Avoiding costly traditional construction methods
The ACS Solution
ACS designed and manufactured three modular security units fully fitted with integrated screening equipment within its Northampton factory.
All systems were:
- Installed and integrated off-site
- Fully tested by equipment manufacturers
- Witnessed by the client during factory acceptance testing
The Delivery
Once factory testing was complete, the units were transported to Heathrow Airport and installed within a single day. This approach drastically reduced on-site construction time and disruption.
Outcome
The project delivered fully operational security facilities while ensuring compliance with strict regulatory requirements.
Key outcomes included:
- Successful integration of complex security equipment
- Installation completed in a single day
- Reduced cost compared with traditional construction
- Improved working environment for security staff
Key Project Facts
Facility
Modular security screening units
Delivery
3 modules
Testing
Full factory acceptance testing
Location
Heathrow Airport
Installation
Single-day installation
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