Tag: CBRN Protection

Technology

Indianapolis PD Tests WMD Sensors in Vehicles

The pilot, a part of DARPA’s SIGMA+ program, involved integrating highly sensitive chemical, biological, radiological/nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) sensors into several IMPD vehicles and gathering real-world environmental background data over a large part of the Indianapolis metropolitan region.

November 12, 2021

Technology

First Look: Discreet Radiation Detection Device

The AccuRad PRD from Mirion Technologies is an easy-to-use radiation detection tool built for police based on input from police.

August 11, 2021

Training

AL Training Center Exposed 9,700 First Responders to Toxic Ricin

Almost 10,000 first responders training at Anniston's Center for Domestic Preparedness in Alabama unknowingly trained with a toxic form of ricin over the last four years.

December 16, 2016

Technology

Hazardous Materials Response Equipment

Among the highest threats to officers on duty are hazardous materials and chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive dangers, also known as CBRNE. Many of these dangers can go unseen or are difficult to identify just by looking at them.

July 8, 2016

Technology

Smiths Detection Inc. Wins Award From DNDO for Handheld Radseeker Detectors

Smiths Detection Inc. (SDI) announced an initial award of $1.27 million for its RadSeeker handheld radioisotope detector and identifier under a five-year indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract with the DHS Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO).

February 24, 2016

Patrol

ChemPak Fabrics

Gore

These NFPA-certified fabrics provide excellent mobility and durable CBRN protection while you're responding to the call. They are engineered to help reduce heat stress.

September 29, 2015

Patrol

Trellchem Act CBRN Suit

Ansell

Ansell recently introduced Trellchem Act, a new protective solution for law enforcement responders dealing with consequences of Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) terrorism incidents.

December 5, 2014

Technology

XCAT Narcotics, Explosives and Gunshot Residue Detection System

RedXDefense

Did you see the XCAT on the hit TV show, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation?

May 22, 2014

Technology

XCAT Narcotics/Explosives/GSR Detection System

RedXDefense

Clear unattended bags. Sample suspects at the scene for GSR. Test trace samples of narcotics. All with one system.

March 19, 2014

Patrol

IACP 2013: Gore-Tex Patrol Jackets, CBRN Suits

New Gore-Tex outerwear such as patrol jackets, base layers, rain pants and CBRN gear will be available by Nov. 1, W.L. Gore & Associates announced at the IACP Conference in Philadelphia.

October 20, 2013

Technology

NetS2 SmartShield Detection System

Passport Systems

The first wearable networked radiation detection system that identifies and geolocates radiological sources to help law enforcement keep the community safe. IACP Booth #1913

October 7, 2013

Technology

XCAT Detector

RedXDefense

Now you can reliably detect common bath salts and also sample hands for gunshot residue all with one system at an affordable price. Unattended package, suspicious person? Use the XCAT to also sample for explosives.

July 17, 2013