16.0      Baggage Handling Systems Introduction

This standard is based on US airport baggage handling system applications and the design philosophies that have evolved / been established from projects already completed at BWI Marshall. Exceptions to these guidelines do exist. The baggage handling systems standards herein are for conventional slider bed conveyors, recirculating carousels, and checked baggage inspection systems as are being designed/installed in 2008. The standards are performance guidelines for either design/bid/build or design/build procurements. These standards can be utilized with all forms of TSA baggage screening equipment and protocols.