The construction of Israels security barrier has been highly controversial for nearly two years but the project has been a boon for the companies involved in supplying the sophisticated technology. Two Israeli firms that focus on perimeter security are supplying most of the high-tech sensors and electronic equipment for the 730-kilometer array of fences, walls and trenches designed to impede terrorist threats.
Magal Security Systems Ltd. and Ortek Ltd., a subsidiary of one of Israels largest defense companies, Elbit Systems Ltd., are approved by the Israeli Defense Ministry to provide perimeter security equipment for the project. "This is a very high visibility project and the largest of its kind for Magal," says CEO Izhar Dekel.