Contactless Security System Tested At Disneyland Resort
While politicians set down the safety rules, Disneyland tests new security hardware…
We’ve come to rely on Brady MacDonald and the Orange County Register for news out of the halls of power pertaining to California theme parks.
However, it is always nice to see that the parks are preparing for the eventuality of reopening.
New Security Scanners Tested At Disneyland Resort
Firstly, this morning, MacDonald reported:


A graphic showing the difference between traditional vs. Evolve Technolgy. Image: Evolve Technology.
Disneyland is testing the new security system this weekend at the Downtown Disney District, according to Disney officials.
The Disneyland resort takes a comprehensive approach to security and will continue with bag checks and other security measures before entry into the Downtown Disney District as the new system is tested, according to Disney officials…
https://twitter.com/ocdisney/status/1312409749208600578?s=20
Evolv Express scanners are used at Six Flags amusement parks, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City and Wynn Las Vegas casino and hotel…
The Downtown Disney outdoor shopping center reopened in July with additional health and safety measures including mandatory face masks, temperature checks, reduced capacity, contactless payments, social distancing, and enhanced sanitization.
The system is pretty impressive.
Features of the Security System
And, according to Evolve Technology, key features include:
- Fast, Efficient Threat Screening: Screens 3,600 ppl/hr, 10X faster than metal detectors, for a line-free security experience.
- Respectful & Touchless Experience: No stopping. No emptying pockets or removing bags.
Easy to Operate: See in real-time where the potential threat is on a person’s body or in their bag reducing the amount of physical contact. - Flexible Deployment Options: For both indoor and outdoor screening. Easy to set up and move.
- Integration & Analytics: Integrate into your broader security infrastructure, and use analytics to monitor entrant numbers and alarm rates.
More From Evolve Technology
Moreover, the company added:
Imagine touchless security screening that ensures safety without sacrificing the visitor experience.
Evolv Express™ is the world’s first and only touchless security screening solution that meets all of the post-pandemic security screening requirements. Express is up to ten times faster and far more effective than last generation products…
Unlike traditional metal detectors, Evolv Express is powered by the Evolv Cortex AI™ Software Platform enabling the system to spot weapons while ignoring harmless personal items. It keeps high volume entrances flowing by reliably detecting guns and other weapons as visitors walk through at a natural pace while carrying their phones and bags.
Meanwhile, check out this video from the company:
MacDonald added that the system is similar to those currently in use at WDW, “[and T]he contactless system reduces physical interactions and allows security guards to ask people to open their bags or remove items for closer inspection… A thermal imaging package can be added to the Evolv Express system that allows for automatic temperature screenings.”
Let’s hope the new system is a good wayto help keep people safe AND socially distant.