PTA had already helped Sensormatic in a successful product launch when it was approached to be part of the team for developing the more advanced Handscan. Sensormatic needed a partner it could depend on for engineering and delivery. PTA had clearly proven it could handle tight deadlines, and possessed excellent design and tooling support.

Sensormatic Electronics Corporation is the leading supplier of electronic security solutions. The Handscan was developed for retailers and is capable of performing multiple functions including deactivating imbedded sensor tags, scanning bar codes, and "real-time" wireless communications. The unit is battery operated, highly mobile, easy to handle, and extremely durable.

• Sensormatic collaborated with PTA to design, engineer and produce the Handscan to meet the rigorous demands of several criteria. PTA reviewed the designs for quality, cost, and performance improvements related to tooling and molding.
• The project consisted of 17 molded parts for the charger stand and cradle, and the handheld data logger. PTA was able to handle numerous molds simultaneously by dividing tooling between its facilities in Colorado and Connecticut, and dedicating 2 project managers and 4 mold designers to the program.( view 2 )
• Using state-of-the-art CNC equipment, parting lines were sculpted for a seamless finish.( view 3 )
• The overmolded elastomer on the top and bottom covers was applied with precision accuracy using a "shut-off" strategy. PTA added further value by heat staking the lenses.( view 4 )
• The initial pre-production run was accomplished within 10 weeks. Because strength was built into the device through a combination of design and materials, the product greatly exceeded the quality control drop tests.