The Chicago PD's Mobile Strike Force, created late last year, includes two companies of 48 officers each. They've been patrolling the Marquette, Harrison, Austin and Grand Central districts.
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Since 1987 Black Knight Graphics, formerly Image Maker, has provided custom and stock embroidered and screen printed items to law enforcement, fire and rescue, and security professionals across the country.
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Wheeling, W.V.-based Cruzan Badge & Emblem is owned and operated by a police officer who understands the importance of a professional appearance, which includes high-quality badges. The company custom designs and manufactures badges, name tags, patches, hats, badge and ID wallets, and collectibles including family badges.
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Extech Data Systems has added extra capability to its Andes 3 enhanced Generation 4 portable printer. Designed for harsh outdoor environments, the IP54-certified three-inch is able to withstand adverse weather conditions and drops to concrete. Now with Form Fiesta, users can create forms such as boarding passes and parking tickets.
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The iEvac Fire Escape Hood has earned certification to the new American Standard ANSI/ISEA110. It protects against fire-related risks including toxic gases, harmful particulates, and life-threatening physical hazards. The iEvac contains a HEPA filter that removes more than 99.97 percent of sub-micron particles such as anthrax, smallpox, and radioactive particles.
Read More →Gamber-Johnson’s new Mag Pandock is constructed out of a strong but lightweight magnesium shell, which enhances its overall look and performance. Its simplified docking mechanism makes for easy one-handed docking and undocking of the computer. The Mag Pandock includes an internal power supply and is compatible with the Panasonic Toughbook 27, 28, 29, and 30.
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Dealing with incidents when you're off duty can be very different from working in uniform. Before you involve yourself in an off-duty incident, it is imperative that you have a game plan in place. As my former boss often told us, "Failure to plan is planning to fail."
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It has often been said that police work is the second oldest profession. The distinction of "oldest profession" goes, of course, to prostitution.
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SIG Sauer Inc. introduced the P238 at the recent SHOT Show trade show in Orlando. The .380 ACP pistol is specifically designed as a concealed carry or backup handgun for legally armed citizens or law enforcement professionals.
Read More →Not all heroes wear capes but they all have one thing in common; they make a big difference to someone. The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago is looking for community heroes, including law enforcement officers, to honor at its 2009 Heroes Breakfast.
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