For first responders, particularly those in the chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosives (CBRNE) fields, the ability to assess a scene quickly and take action to determine if harmful elements, such as radiation, are present is necessary to protecting people on-site and
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The Defender-XT, with Ultra Fast analysis (~10 sec), true portability and increased sensitivity for BioTests compared to reading by eye.
The Defender XT BioDetect
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The TacticID-1064 ST from B&W Tek is a field-ready handheld spectral analysis instrument designed for indirect-contact forensic analysis of narcotics, explosives, hazardous and common chemicals, precursors, cutting agents, and much more.
As Greyscan continues their important work to re-purpose their breakthrough technology to help fight the COVID-19 crisis, they are pleased to share this thorough and positive review of the ETD-100 inorganic explosives trace detector produced by the US National Institute of
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The flexibility of ThreatScan-LS1 flat screen scanner allows counter terror officers to rapidly examine and assess threats and suspect items on site, such as; bags, laptops, furniture and even enables them to locate and identify hidden cameras and surveillance equipment.
Each system
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Rigaku Analytical Devices, the market leader in handheld 1064nm Raman technology, will provide next generation narcotics, and other illegal drug analysis, equipment to state and local law enforcement agencies through
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FLIR Systems, Inc. has announced modified thermal cameras for fast and safe noncontact elevated skin temperature* screening. The FLIR EST thermal screening solutions provide frontline screening at building entries and in high traffic areas to improve safety and help curb the spread of COVID-19.
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Smiths Detection today announces that it has entered into an agreement to acquire PathSensors, a leading bio-technology solutions and environmental-testing company based in Baltimore, MD. The acquisition expands Smiths Detection’s sensing capabilities across the CBRNE (chemical, biological,
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PathogenDx, Inc., an Arizona based
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Squishy Robotics and Southern Manatee Fire & Rescue (SMFR) signed a pilot partnership agreement last week that will send several Squishy Robotics drone-deployable robots to the SMFR to test and use during the department’s emergency response operations and training scenarios over the
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The current pandemic of Covid-19 has shown the vulnerability of our healthcare systems when faced with viral infections without a known treatment Understanding the transmission behavior of SARS-CoV-2 in the air will be a crucial step to managing the current outbreak and design the appropriate
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DetectaChem, the world leader in innovative portable detection technologies, is preparing to launch a ground-breaking new COVID-19 (Coronavirus) testing solution utilizing automated smartphone detection and reporting. This solution enables actionable infection result data reports anytime,
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Smiths Detection today announced the launch of its new ultraviolet (UVC) light kits capable of destroying up to 99.9% of microorganisms present on baggage trays at the
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Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories have identified a straightforward change to the formula for radiation-detecting plastic. The change prevents “fogging,” which reduces the lifetime of the plastics used to detect nuclear material transiting through the U.S. Department of Homeland
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World-leading Manchester biotech researchers are working towards developing a test for COVID-19 that could be used at home like a domestic pregnancy test.
This prototype test is based on the fact sugars coat all human cells and could be used in the fight to detect infectious agents like
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DroneShield Ltd is pleased to announce the release of the next generation version of its body-worn drone detection device, RfPatrol MKII™.
The original RfPatrol™ was released in May 2019, having proven to be a well-regarded product, with purchases by a number of high
Rapiscan® Systems has announced that the ORION 920DX, 927DX and 928DX screening systems have qualified for the U.S. TSA's Air Cargo Screening Technology List
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The award winning STRam unites a high-throughput spectrometer, specialized sampling optics and advanced algorithms in a portable Raman system to deliver rapid material identification capabilities through a variety of barrier layers and packaging previously impenetrable with
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GreyScan's Explosive Trace Device, the ETD-100, is a result of research by leading international Universities and scientists and forward thinking investors ($25M investment to date). The ETD-100 was deployed globally in 2020 to find trace substances, preventing a host of terrorist
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Abbott has announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for the fastest available molecular point-of-care test for the detection of novel coronavirus (COVID-19), delivering positive results in as little as five minutes and
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Nuclear scientists in Austria are closing in on coronavirus testing kits that could dramatically lower the cost and time it takes to diagnose people for the disease. With Covid-19 tests in short supply in many places, some individuals have turned to private
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bioMérieux, a world leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics, today announced that its subsidiary, BioFire Defense, has received Emergency Use Authorization by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration of its BIOFIRE COVID-19 test for use in CLIA moderate and high complexity clinical
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) and MatMaCorp completed a successful evaluation of a field-deployable genetic test to detect African Swine
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Block MEMS, LLC (Block) has been selected for Phase III of an Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA) program for the standoff detection of trace and bulk quantities of drugs such as fentanyl, explosives, chemical warfare agents (CWAs) and toxic chemicals. Block is the only
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INFICON is celebrating its 50th anniversary as a developer and manufacturer of world-class instruments for gas analysis, measurement and control. Since 1969, INFICON has been part of the worldwide high-technology community and a leading provider of
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Handheld radionuclide identification devices (RID or RIID) are most often used on the frontline to detect, locate, identify, and secure gamma and neutron radiation hazards. They can also be deployed as a secondary verification tool at the site of a radiological event to deliver the
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Innovators, researchers and canine training experts are invited to learn about funding opportunities in the detection canine field on December 10, 2019, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the
Rapiscan is pleased to announce that the RTT110 Explosive Detection Systems (EDS) has been tested by the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) and has achieved the ECAC 3.1 performance standard for EDS. This is currently the highest testing standard used by ECAC for EDS systems in
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On November 20, 2019, American Security Today (AST) announced the 2019 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award’ winners for outstanding product development and innovative technologies that are mission-ready for critical security applications. We’re proud to report the FLIR MUVE™ C360 won a Platinum
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UVeye, the leading provider of top-tier solutions for automated external inspection of vehicles, has officially launched its UV Inspect threat detection technology. Developed to instantly detect threats – such as
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The world’s lightest and smallest gas analyzer GT5000 Terra (9.4 kg with battery) knows what’s in the air. The user-friendly analyzer can be operated wirelessly for measuring up to 50 gases simultaneously in a matter of seconds. The analyzer is capable of identifying a total of more than 300
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SwabTek, leaders in the narcotics and explosives presumptive testing industry, will introduce the world's ONLY DRY
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Cincinnati Reds Begin Installation of Multi-Sensor Threat Detection Platform
Patriot One Technologies Inc. developer of the PATSCAN™ Multi-Sensor
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FLIR Systems, Inc. today announced the launch of the FLIR identiFINDER R425, the next-generation of its field-trusted R400 handheld radionuclide identification device (RID). The identiFINDER R425 provides responders with increased sensitivity, flexible power management, and advanced
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First responders arrive first on the scene when disaster strikes or terrorists attack. They often encounter dangerous conditions like smoke and chemicals. To best help in situations like these, they need to know the chemical substances present onsite. This is where analytical field instruments
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FLIR Systems, Inc. announced today it has won an indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract worth up to $35.1 million with the United States Army to deliver a new version of the company’s Agentase™ C2 chemical agent disclosure spray to detect sulfur mustard, a
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FLIR Announces Industry’s First Multi-Gas Detector for Unmanned Aerial Systems
Revolutionary FLIR MUVE C360 Drone-Mounted Gas Monitor Provides Faster, Safer Way to Remotely Sense Gas and Chemical Incidents.
Kromek, a worldwide supplier of detection technology focusing on the medical, security screening and nuclear markets, announced today that it has been awarded two extension contracts relating to its D3S family of products and technologies designed to counter nuclear terrorism. The
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Bertin’s teams are proud to announce the release of 2 new air sampling equipment for biological air monitoring or biological recognition missions:
– The Coriolis Compact: dry cyclonic collector intended for air monitoring in a biological threat context.
– The Coriolis Nano:
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Block MEMS, a leading developer of Quantum Cascade Laser (QCL) based infrared detection systems, has been awarded a $3.5M contract from the Defense Advanced Research Agency (DARPA), as part of the SIGMA+ Program. The goal of the program is to develop a persistent, real-time, early detection
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BioFire Defense, LLC, an affiliate of bioMérieux and leader in pathogen detection systems for the U.S. Department of Defense, was awarded the 2019 James S. Cogswell Outstanding Industrial Achievement Award from the DoD’s Defense Security Service (DSS). This award was presented to the company’s
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Watch the SaphyGATE G in action, the environmental monitoring solution for truck, train & cargo radiation control http://f.info.bertin.fr/o/?s=862-db4f-3EE9-e798dc49-a4f9
Rigaku and DetectaChem chemical identification technologies are integrated into a single handheld solution to deliver advanced automated trace and bulk explosive detection and chemical analysis capabilities.
Rapiscan Systems, a leading global supplier of security inspection technology, today announced that its Metor 6E people screening solution has achieved the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) and European Union (EU) performance standard for walk-through metal detectors.
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SRI International has been awarded a multi-year $11.6 million contract from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to develop advanced chemical sensors that can support detection of chemical
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Kromek has announced that it has been awarded three contracts, in the UK, US and Europe, for its D3S platform for nuclear radiation detection.
These new awards consist of:
X-rays and gamma rays have a wide range of applications including scanning suspicious maritime shipping containers for illicit materials, industrial inspection of materials and processes, and medical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Current technologies, however, are not ideal. X-rays
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908 Devices, a pioneer of analytical devices for chemical and biomolecular analysis, today announced the expansion of their MX908™ multi-mission trace chemical detection device capabilities to include Novichok agents, an emerging chemical warfare threat. The company debuted this enhancement in
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Bertin has been chosen by the authorities of Switzerland and by the European Commission – on behalf of Armenia – to provide tailored radiation monitoring systems. These new contracts reassert Bertin’s strong expertise in Environmental Radiation Monitoring Systems (ERMS) and demonstrate its
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On Wednesday it was announced that the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has been given new powers in the fight against the opioid crisis.
The federal government announced amendments to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act to allow certain law enforcement agencies, including
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