Xtract One Technologies announced its SmartGateway system has been selected to protect all entrances of H-E-B Center at Cedar Park, a 8,000-capacity multi-purpose entertainment facility in Central Texas. H-E-B Center is home of the Texas Stars, the American Hockey League affiliate of the NHL?s Dallas Stars and the Austin Spurs, the NBA G League affiliate of the San Antonio Spurs. The venue hosts more than 150 events per year, which includes concerts, family shows, other live sporting events and trade shows.

This partnership between Xtract One and H-E-B Center signifies a major achievement in implementing streamlined, efficient, and contemporary entry security measures to improve venue safety, reduce wait times, and enhance the overall entertainment experience for patrons. With this collaboration, Xtract One will work closely with H-E-B Center to deploy a cutting-edge security and weapon detection technology solution that aligns with their mission to provide each guest with a unique and memorable venue experience. Xtract One?s SmartGateway system replaces intimidating, traditional metal detectors and delivers fast, reliable, and seamless screening solutions for large, ticketed venues to allow for high throughput.

The system leverages AI-powered sensors to detect threats without invading guests? sense of privacy and comfort. SmartGateway unobtrusively scans patrons for weapons and other prohibited items as they enter the venue, optimizing their experience by reducing time spent in security lines and allowing patrons to quickly, and safely, enter the venue to enjoy their event.