Food for Thought: Bite-Sized Learning for Safe Schools Week
CEIA USA is proud to support Safe and Sound Schools during Safe Schools Week with Food for Thought, a free virtual mini-summit featuring short, impactful sessions focused on creating safer learning environments. One of this year’s key sessions, “School Safety: How to Start Productive Conversations in Your Community,” features CEIA USA’s own Tom McDermott alongside […]
5 Critical Questions for Evaluating Metal Detection Technology
Each year, CEIA USA examines the shifting landscape of safety technology to identify the most pressing questions facing organizations. As a world leader in security screening equipment with more than 60 years of innovation, CEIA provides cutting-edge solutions trusted by schools, airports, governments, military facilities, and organizations worldwide. We’ve seen that organizations achieve stronger, more […]
Safety Beyond the Court: Weapon Detection in College Basketball
College basketball is one of the most exciting traditions in American sports. The NCAA regular season begins each November, with the 2025–26 season expected to tip off in the first week of November. As arenas fill with students, alumni, families, and fans, the energy is electric. But behind every packed gym or sold-out arena lies […]
Top 5 Reasons Your School Needs an Easy-to-Move Weapon Detector
Creating a safer school environment requires the right tools, and mobility is a game-changer. An easy-to-move weapon detector gives schools the flexibility to protect students and staff in classrooms, gyms, stadiums, and beyond. 1. Simple Setup and Training Staff need detectors that are quick to deploy and don’t require dealing with wires or other […]
Weapon Detection at School Board Meetings
Many school districts across the country are now extending their security measures beyond the school day by using weapons detection systems at school board meetings. These gatherings often draw large crowds and can involve emotionally charged discussions, making safety a priority for students, staff, parents, and community members alike. Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) in […]
Luca Cacioli, CEO of CEIA USA, Highlights Importance of Layered Security in Leading Industry Video Series
HUDSON, Ohio, Aug. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CEIA USA, the global leader in weapons detection technology, underscored the critical importance of layered security in today’s high-stakes environments during a recent episode of the Easy Day video series. The series, viewed by thousands of professionals across security, event operations and technology leadership, has become a go-to forum for exploring the challenges and […]
When Do School Gun Incidents Occur?
School shootings remain a tragic reality in many communities. But understanding when these incidents occur can help educators, security professionals, and policymakers target prevention efforts more effectively. Data from the K-12 School Shooting Database (SSDB), which documents every shooting incident, including when a gun is fired, brandished, or a bullet hits school property, regardless of […]
College Football Cracks Down on Fake Weapons in 2025
College football is sending a strong message this season: weapons, even the pretend kind, have no place in the game. The National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame, in partnership with College Football Officiating (CFO), has announced the key rule changes for the upcoming season. Among the most notable is the update to […]
Building a School Safety Plan
Creating a safe and welcoming learning environment is a priority shared by every school community. With ongoing concerns around school violence and increasing numbers of firearms in circulation across the United States, school districts are placing more emphasis on thoughtful, proactive planning that supports both student well-being and faculty readiness. While no single measure can […]