OPENGATE® Weapons Detection System
OPENGATE is a groundbreaking weapons detection system with the highest throughput and lowest nuisance alarms. Designed for minimal, and in some cases no divesting, based on the configured security level or equivalent alarm rate. Allows screening of backpacks, purses, and bags, with specialized shoe screening.
Revolutionary Weapons Detection
OPENGATE is a high-throughput weapons detection system that enables faster screening of people with backpacks, purses, and bags for weapons. As the first and only fully wire-free, active walk-through detection system, OPENGATE uses two freestanding pillars with no mechanical or electrical connection between them. This revolutionary arch-free design delivers the highest throughput with the lowest nuisance alarms, which can eliminate the divesting process where needed. The system features specialized shoe screening, LTE and Wi-Fi connectivity with optional asset tracking, and built-in ASTM F3566-22 Standard Security Levels for compliance.
Weighing only 25 pounds and requiring less than one minute for setup, OPENGATE is highly portable and quick to install. Battery operation provides up to 20 hours of continuous use, while the standard 110V wall outlet option enables permanent installations. With clear GO/NO GO signaling that requires minimal training, OPENGATE is ideal for stadiums, schools, transportation hubs, and all public venues that require rapid crowd screening.
Where OPENGATE Excels

Stadiums, Arenas & Ballparks
Highest throughput weapons detection for large crowd entry points at sporting events and concerts. No divesting required keeps lines moving fast during peak arrival times. Handles thousands per hour efficiently.

K12 & Higher Education
Discreet weapons detection for educational institutions requiring advanced security without an intimidating appearance. Students may keep their backpacks and bags while screening remains thorough. Quick setup enables flexible placement.

Healthcare & Hospital Facilities
Non-intrusive weapons detection for hospitals and medical centers, balancing open access with safety. Patients and visitors move through screening with
Key Features & Benefits
Specialized Shoe Screening
NEW: Dedicated shoe-level threat detection with yellow alarm indicator
LTE & Wi-Fi Connectivity
NEW: Wireless connectivity with optional asset tracking
No Divesting Required
Screen people with backpacks, purses, bags – no removal needed
Ultra-Portable Design
Weighs only 25 lbs, less than 1 minute setup, no installation required
Specifications
LTE & WiFi Network Connectivity
NEW LTE and Wi-Fi connectivity, with optional asset tracking, enables remote monitoring and management across distributed security installations. Real-time data transmission supports centralized security operations and performance analytics. Optional asset tracking provides location monitoring for mobile deployments across multiple venues or temporary installations.
Advanced Shoe Screening Technology
NEW specialized shoe screening capability provides dedicated threat detection at foot level with distinct yellow alarm indication. A yellow visual indicator differentiates shoe-level alarms from body-level threats, enabling targeted secondary screening. Maintains rapid throughput while addressing a previously challenging security gap.
Flexible Passage Width Configuration
Operational useful passage width adjustable from 27 inches to 39 inches accommodates different throughput requirements and accessibility needs.
NetID Anywhere Cloud Management
OPENGATE supports NetID Anywhere software for centralized access and management of device settings, users, and configuration. This cloud-based platform enables monitoring of calibration settings, system statistics, and performance across multiple OPENGATE units and CEIA walk-through metal detectors from any web-connected location.
Mobile App Configuration
Detection and signaling parameters can be easily set via the OPENGATE App, designed for smartphones or tablets based on Android and iOS operating systems. The intuitive mobile interface requires limited training and enables rapid adjustment of sensitivity levels, alarm settings, and operational parameters. Security personnel can optimize detection settings for different threat scenarios or venue requirements without technical expertise or complex programming.
Security Standard Compliance
Built-in Standard Security Levels ensure compliance with the latest industry security standards for walk-through weapons detection systems. This dedication to current methods demonstrates OPENGATE’s capability to detect threat objects according to nationally recognized performance criteria. Pre-programmed security levels simplify deployment while maintaining consistent screening operations.
Power Options
Dual power supports lithium-ion batteries or standard 110V wall outlet operation. With four batteries installed, OPENGATE provides up to 20 hours of continuous operation for all -day events, multi-shift operations, or remote deployments. A visual battery indicator supports proactive power management, and the CEIA Li-Ion Dual Bay Charger recharges two batteries in up to 5 hours
Electromagnetic Safety & Compliance
OPENGATE meets international and federal safety standards for pacemaker and ICD compatibility.
Accessories
Trilith LIVE
Trilith LIVE, a premier entertainment complex south of Atlanta, GA, uses CEIA OPENGATE to screen up to 3,000 guests quickly and seamlessly — making security feel effortless. With battery-powered mobility and app-based analytics, staff can focus on hospitality while keeping the venue safer for guests.
