Handheld Metal Detectors Should Be Used In All Schools Nationwide

There was yet another fatal school shooting in America today, this one in Chardon, Ohio. Once again another school shooting story hits the headlines but will more or less be ignored by most media outlets and completely forgotten about by tomorrow morning. The reason for this is because school shootings have become so commonplace that they aren’t even deemed newsworthy anymore. That says an awful lot about sun violence today and just how easy it is for anyone to secure a gun. It also says a lot about how secure our nation’s schools really are and what steps should be taken to improve our security at our schools. What makes this latest shooting that much more alarming is that once again the shooting has taken place in a school that isn’t in a crime ridden area and in a school and town that isn’t accustomed to this type of violence. In areas where crime is rampant you will be sure to find metal detectors installed in every school yet I defy you to find the same metal detectors used in upper class suburban schools and that to me makes absolutely no sense. How many students need to be injured or killed before we realize the importance of metal detectors in all schools nationwide? It should be entirely evident at this point that no school in America is immune to the possibility of gun violence and as such every school in America should implement the use of handheld metal detectors.
Opponents to such a notion would oppose this idea for two reasons, one would not want to create a prison-like feeling to their child’s school and the other would be the cost of implementing handheld metal detectors. To opponents claiming they don’t want their children’s school feeling like a prison I would say I think that the term ‘prison-like’ would be a bit of an over exaggeration. I have 2 children in public schools and one on the way and I would have absolutely no problem with them being scanned with a metal detector before entering school. To be honest I have a problem with the fact that they are currently not scanned before entering school. I’d much rather they are temporarily ‘hassled’ then shot or stabbed.
To people that would oppose this idea on the grounds of cost, especially in todays weakened economy, I would ask what price they put on human life. The reason I mention handheld metal detectors and not the larger, vastly more expensive, walk-through models is because, well, those walk-through models are vastly more expensive. A Garrett handheld model, the only brand used by professional law enforcement, only costs a couple of hundred dollars. I understand that the public school system has an extremely tight budget but again, what cost do we put on human life?

Stay Safe,
Carl Vouer

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All NFL Stadiums Are Looking To Have Handheld Metal Detectors In Place For The 2012 Season

There was recently an article in the Chicago Sun Times regarding the new use of handheld metal detectors at the home of my beloved Chicago Bears, Soldier Field. The brief article mentioned the fact that the uses of these newly implemented handheld metal detectors at two separate gates were perceived by some guests as a nuisance. The article itself was entitled “Bears Fans Cope With Handheld Metal Detectors” and just that title alone makes me cringe and become a bit infuriated at the general public and the ridiculous perception that many of these guests displayed at being ‘made to wait’ for a quick scan by one of these metal detector carrying personnel. I hope these fans, and NFL fans across the country, get used to them quickly because the NFL wants to implement the use of these handheld scanners at all stadiums nationwide as early as next year and for that I salute the NFL. I admit that waiting in a line that has nobody being scanned by a metal detector is going to move quicker than one where everybody is being scanned but I for one would rather wait a bit longer to get inside than to get inside and become the victim of someone carrying a weapon. Thankfully for football fans the league understands this and understands that handheld metal detectors make the stadium much safer for everyone attending. If we should have learned anything by now it is that in this day and age anything can happen to anyone at any time and this certainly includes incidents of gun violence. What I hope all fans will realize and come to accept is that handheld metal detectors are immensely effective at detecting even the tracest amounts of metal objects and that they are certainly more effective, and take the same amount of time, as the traditional pat down that many have become accustomed to at sporting events, concerts and the like. If you do attend an NFL game in 2012 you are likely to see only one brand of metal detector and that is the same one that professional law enforcement agencies have been using for over a decade now, Garrett. They are the best and most reliable detectors today and when it boils down to protecting peoples safety it’s foolish to use any product but one that has been proven to be the best in the industry for many years now.

So again I must compliment the National Football League on their decision to implement the use of what could very well be a life saving device. It’s going to cost them a bit of money to do so but what they will receive in return is the knowledge that every single one of their stadiums is a safer place for family and friends to gather and watch America’s favorite sporting event, football.



Stay Safe,

Carl Vouer


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Do Not Overlook The Importance of Handheld Metal Detectors

There aren’t many devices that can boast the ability to actually save a life and more often than not these products are tragically overlooked. When you consider how affordable many of these life-saving devices are and how extremely easy they are to use it makes their lack of use that much more tragic. Take seat belts for example, so often we hear of fatal auto accidents involving someone losing their life because they failed to do something as simple as reach over and put their seat belt on. Helmets are another potentially life-saving device that goes overlooked all too often. In my knucklehead state, Illinois, the law requires you wear a seat belt but does not require you wear a helmet when operating a motorcycle. As is to be expected I see a great number of motorcyclists cruising about town with their hair flowing in the wind. Should any of these people get in an accident their chances of survival drop immeasurably because they chose to not wear such a helmet and I pray that these people understand the risks they are taking before it is too late.

Handheld metal detectors are no different than seat belts and helmets in so much as they are an item that can easily be implemented to ensure people’s safety but are all too often overlooked. I have been to more than enough events with multiple unknown attendees, where no security scanning device of any kind was used at the door. This to me seems ludicrous, especially in a day and age where random acts of gun violence can take place anywhere at any time and to anyone. Even if a promoter cared little for the safety of his or her attendees or put little value in human life it would still behoove the promoter to implement security scanning devices like handheld metal detectors so as to avoid the possibility of a potential lawsuit resulting from someone being hurt or killed by a weapon at their event.

Handheld metal detectors also offer not only a more thorough security scan than the old ‘pat down’ method of checking for weapons but also a much faster and socially comfortable method of scanning entrants into any event. If you have ever been to a concert, sporting event or any large gathering where the entrants were being patted down by hand by security you are all too well aware of how long the process can take and how uncomfortable it might be for both the event attendees and the security personnel as well.

So please, if you are planning an event of any size and you know there will be attendees whom you do not personally know, acquire an affordable and reliable handheld metal detector.

Stay Safe,

Carl Vouer

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Why You Shouldn’t Buy Cheap Handheld Metal Detectors

In this life there are certain things you can skimp on and in the world’s current economic state I strongly suggest that you do just that. I personally buy generic whenever spending more on the name brand is not advantageous enough to be worth spending the extra dollars and let me tell you, that happens a lot. Toilet paper doesn’t have to be name brand so why spend the extra money. Over the Counter medications? Forget about name brand when you are literally throwing your money away on the exact same drugs you are getting in the generic brand. I don’t remember when the last time I bought name brand cereal was and don’t understand why anybody does. Nobody should be drinking soda but if anyone does and they don’t buy generic I am at a loss for words, it’s all just sugar anyway. The price of batteries borders on insane yet so many people choose Duracell or Energizer when there is usually a much cheaper alternative generic battery sitting on the same shelf and at a fraction of the price. Sure the Duracell’s may last a bit longer but is it worth it when the batteries cost almost 3 times as much in some cases?

My point in all of this is that there are some things you can save on and going generic isn’t going to be a matter of life and death. If the paper towels you bought aren’t quite as absorbent as the name brand and it takes an extra towel to clean up some spilled milk is that really going to have a profound impact on anybody? Is it something you are going to spend even a split second pondering over? Probably not.

What if the product in question is one that could literally mean the difference between life and death? That sounds like a product you would never want to skimp on and handheld metal detectors are certainly one of those products. If there is a concert or sporting event where a substandard security scanning device is being used and it malfunctions, allowing someone with a gun to enter the premises, the consequences could be tragic. Human lives could potentially be lost and there is no price tag on a human life and as such anyone considering holding an event of any kind should absolutely buy only the best when it comes to these devices. Garrett metal detectors, for example, are the handheld metal detectors that professional security, law enforcement and the U.S. military has been using for almost half a century now. That’s a pretty darn good indicator that Garrett is the brand to trust and the one you should use if your guests safety means anything to you whatsoever.



Stay Safe,

Carl Vouer



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Tips On Having a Successful Party: Always Have Handheld Metal Detectors

Do you live to party and party to live? Well then you may find this list of top party fouls very useful. Everyone loves that guy who is still at the party at 3 in the morning, wearing a lampshade on his head and singing bad karaoke. You know who nobody like? The guy who takes out a high caliber revolver and shoots everybody. That guy is a real buzz kill, trust me. So without further ado here are some helpful tips on having a successful party…


Tip #1 – Always have enough food and beverages for your guests. Nothing is more annoying than being at a party and not having enough to drink, except being shot.

Tip #2 – Do not allow people to be over-served. Although we all love that guy with the lampshade on his head, it is probably in his best interest and the best interest of all guests attending if nobody at the party is fall-down drunk. Or stabbed to death.

Tip #3 – If you are having an outdoor party please remember to have enough tents to ensure everyone stays dry in the event of inclement weather. Dry and not bleeding to death from multiple gunshot wounds is a great way to spend time at a party.

Tip #4 – Theme your party. Nothing is more entertaining than having everyone show up in attire based on a particular theme. Some ideas for a theme party could be 80′s night, come-as-you-are, celebrity look alike, Hawaiian themed, Patriotic, Mardi Gras, or my favorite, a not-stabbed-in-any-vital-organs theme. This is where everyone comes dressed in clothes that are not soaked in their own blood because they haven’t been fatally stabbed at your party.

Tip #5 – If the party is a surprise party be sure to be extra careful when sending out invites so that nobody spills the beans when speaking to the guest of honor. Also, make sure that nobody shoots the guest of honor at your party because that will just ruin it.

Tip # 6 – Don’t stab or shoot anyone at the party. I think we’ve been over this but just to be very clear, when someone is shot or stabbed at a party it can often ruin the party not just for the person who has been shot but for everyone in general.

Tip #7 – For crying out loud, if you are planning on having a party or event of any kind and value and respect human life you will acquire a handheld metal detector to help protect the well-being of your guests.


I hope this has helped.


Stay Safe,

Carl Vouer



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Ode to Handheld Metal Detectors

If you are a promoter that is planning on holding an event where there will be any number of people attending you may want to strongly consider implementing the use of one or more (depending on the size of the event) handheld metal detectors. Metal detectors provide an effective, yet cost-effective, means of protecting the people in attendance. My love for these instruments is so great that I have written another poem to express this love and so I present to you…


Ode to Handheld Metal Detectors, A Poem by Carl Vouer


I love a good concert and also a show,

Where there are big crowds I will likely go.

I am a people person and of this there is no doubt,

I love to party, let loose, to scream and to shout.

My only concern when at a concert is this,

That nobody gets in without a stamp on their wrist.

This stamp will confirm that a security check has been run,

And nobody is sneaking in with a knife or a gun.

I love partying all night at a club that is hot,

But would much rather do so without being shot.

I would much rather spend the night engulfed in dance,

Than bleeding profusely in the back of an ambulance.

It’s just so enjoyable when you have the peace of mind,

Knowing nobody in attendance is going to commit a crime.

For a promoter to ignore this most basic of needs,

Would be a critical oversight or one of much greed.

A promoter should consider security the utmost importance,

Especially to stay in most state law accordance.

A great thing about handheld metal detectors is that they come cheap,

Keep your attendees safe from harm and at night you can sleep.

Knowing you did your part to be a good host,

And not a cheap scumbag, but someone we should toast.

Most handheld detectors need no player hating,

As they are so easy to use as they are self-calibrating.

Their ultra-sensitivity makes them impossible to fool,

For attendees that come to straight act a fool.

They can detect a handgun from almost a foot,

So you can weed out a catastrophe at its root.

Whether the concert is for Donny Osmond or Slayer,

Your guest’s safety won’t hinge on a wing and a prayer.

So do the right thing and get this handheld device,

Or something will happen and it won’t be nice.

Someone may be hiding a gun or knife in their shoe,

But they’ll never get in and guests can thank you.



Stay Safe,

Carl Vouer


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Handheld Metal Detectors for Security Guards, Bouncers and Anyone Who Doesn’t Like Being Shot

I have done my share of partying but if you were to ask me what my favorite party of all time was I would have to say it is a tie between all the parties where I was not fatally shot or stabbed. Not being shot, stabbed or beaten to near-death with a lead pipe is one of my favorite parts about any party, concert or event where a large number of attendees are gathered. Being shot, stabbed or clubbed into unconsciousness is a real drag and can really affect your mood so I try not to avoid these things by only attending events where there is a security guard or bouncer with a handheld metal detector checking patrons at the door.

Anyone planning an event of any kind without considering security for that event is an individual waiting to be sued and riddled with guilt in the event that something horrible happens. You could have 10,000 law-abiding, friendly, happy-go-lucky people at a concert and all it takes is one low-life jerk to destroy the entire event. Not taking the necessary measures to safeguard your event from these wrongdoers is to do yourself and your guests a huge disservice, especially when the necessary measures to be taken are so easy and affordable. For about the same price as 2 moderately prices concert tickets you can purchase a handheld metal detector which can quickly scan all guests and ensure that the event to take place does not have anyone in attendance that is carrying a dangerous weapon.

Handheld metal detectors are certainly a much more affordable alternative to the standing walk-through models often seen in schools, hospitals and airports. Even on the cheap side these walk-through models can run you thousands of dollars. Also, a handheld model can be every bit as effective as its larger and more expensive counterpart. The Garrett brand of security scanners for example can detect a medium sized pistol from 9” distance; a large knife from 6”; a razor blade and box cutters from 3” distance; and foil-wrapped drugs and tiny jewelry from 1”. That particular brand comes with a large 8 inch scan surface for quick, thorough scanning at an event with many attendees. Most quality metal detector scanners are self-calibrating, meaning that the digital microprocessor technology inside eliminates the need for periodic sensitivity adjustments.

So if you are a club owner, concert promoter or just anyone who is planning on holding an event for multiple people, please consider obtaining a handheld metal detector. Your patrons may not thank you but they are much less apt to sue you when they don’t get shot at your next event.

Stay Safe,

Puzek Security Systems

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Handheld Metal Detectors Are the Life of the Party

Handheld metal detectors are the life of the party. They are the first ones to arrive and the last ones to leave and they never take a rest during that whole time. They don't care how loud the music is or how crowded the dance floor gets. Not only that but they make sure that all of the guests in attendance party in a responsible manner. They don't care if some of the party guests have one too many cocktails (hopefully these people aren't driving home) they just want to ensure none of these party people go and do something stupid like bring a gun or knife to the shindig. Nothing will put a damper on the festivities like multiple shooting fatalities.

Garrett is the leading brand in the metal detecting industry and their handheld metal detectors have been the life of the party for over 20 years now. They are a must have for parties, clubs, concerts and anywhere a large group of people plan on getting together for any reason. These metal detectors can pick up even the tracest amount of metal, be it something harmless like an earring or something much less harmless like drugs wrapped in tin foil. Only a fool would try to carry a gun or knife into an event where people are being scanned with a Garrett metal detector. Their handheld detectors can pick up a pocket knife from more than half a foot away. Perhaps best of all these devices are all self-calibrating, meaning that no adjustments or tweaks to the sensitivity levels need ever be made. Just turn these party animals on and scan away.

I have faith in humanity as a whole but the fact remains that there are some deviant psychos out there that have no qualms about bring a weapon to a crowded event and using that weapon to harm others. If all of this can be prevented simply by making a small investment and purchasing a handheld metal detector and using it then why not take that step? I actually think it should be a law that anytime a planned event will hold more than 25 people a metal detector should be mandatory. These days there are just too many shooting incidents and random acts of violence for something as simple as implementing metal detectors to be ignored. Many inner-city schools use walk t metal detectors but there is rarely such precautionary measure taken at school in upper class neighborhoods. I think by now we all know that no school is immune to acts of violence.

So please consider obtaining one of these devices yourself should you be planning an event.



Stay Safe,



Puzek Security Systems



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Thanks To Handheld Metal Detectors Nobody Has To Get Shot At Your Next Event

I love big events. I guess you could say that I am a real people person. Concerts, parties, company picnics, sporting events, the theatre, anywhere you find a large number of people gathered is where I want to be. Another somewhat related thing I truly enjoy is not being shot and fatally wounded while at these events. I’m going to go ahead and say it is probably my very most favorite part of any large event (unless they have rice krispy treats). I have never been shot but from what I hear and have seen in the movies it does not look at all enjoyable. There seems to be a lot of bleeding, screaming and general discomfort. These are all things that will really kill the mood of any otherwise enjoyable event.

Of course fatal shootings could be a thing of the past at any and all events if the event planners would just take the simple and affordable step of securing for themselves a handheld metal detector. Metal detectors are extremely effective and extremely easy to use. It shouldn’t take longer than a couple of seconds to scan each and every entrant to ensure that nobody has entered with a weapon and intentions on crashing the party.

I have several customers who own nightclubs and before they had a chance to speak with me they were for some reason under the impression that they needed one of those giant doorway frame metal detectors that cost thousands of dollars. This is not at all the case as a handheld security scanning device can work every bit as effectively and at relatively the same speed with which the larger doorway models work.

If you are having on holding a large event I would hope to the almighty that you would have some form of security personnel on hand. I’m not implying that one needs to have a swat team on hand for a kids birthday party but if you are having an event where a fair amount of people will be showing up and you do not know all of those people I think it would behoove everyone involved to have a couple of security personnel and have any entrance secured by that personnel and have them equipped with handheld metal detectors.

If you are concerned about people’s opinion of being scanned then I would politely tell those people to pick another party. If it takes a few extra minutes to ensure the event is safe and sound for all than that few minutes seems immeasurably worth it.

Stay Safe,

Puzek Security Systems