The Police Chief keeps you on the cutting edge of law enforcement technology with monthly product announcements. Items about new or improved products are
based on news releases supplied by manufacturers and distributors; IACP endorsement is in no way implied.
Rapid deployment portable video surveillance system
Total Recall has integrated superior technologies and the highest imaging, as well as the ease of portability and simplified installation. The result was the creation of its newest product: CrimeEye-Rapid Deployment (RD). CrimeEye-RD is a lightweight, self-contained unit that can be deployed by one person on almost any type of pole in minutes. The unit is designed to be deployed and retrieved with ease. There is a Wi-Fi router that allows wireless access to the system, as well as a cellular modem. The CrimeEye-RD can stream a low frame rate using cell technology and simultaneously records locally at 15PPS to an NVR stored within the unit.
For more information, visit www.totalrecallcorp.com.
Active shooter incident toolkit
A new emergency toolkit that coordinates and improves responsiveness to an active shooter or hostile intruder incident has been introduced by Kingfisher Medical, the North American partner of TSG. The Rapid Onset Violence Emergency Response kit, or ROVER, provides first responders with a deployment-ready, suitcase-sized toolkit to efficiently coordinate information, rapidly treat life-threatening injuries, and quickly remove the injured. The toolkit addresses the new paradigm shift among EMS, fire, and law enforcement to work as a team?on scene?with a more coordinated and efficient approach. The toolkit lid opens to the whiteboard with pre-printed cues for command staff, as well as information gathering. This keeps all emergency responders on the same page with the number of victims, victim location, and other vital treatment information. The ROVER toolkit also includes a number of IFAK trauma kits with rapid intervention supplies to treat those most seriously injured. The compact kits are MOLLE compatible and pre-stocked with life-saving devices or can be custom configured to the agency?s needs or protocols. Additionally, ROVER includes the military grade Xtract, a lightweight device that cocoons victims for a faster and safer extraction from the scene.
For more information, visit https://kingfishermedical.com.
Patrol vehicles
Chevrolet announces the all-new 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD Police Pursuit Vehicle (PPV) and 4WD Police Special Service Vehicle (SSV). Both vehicles have a new, more powerful, and efficient EcoTec 5.3L V-8 engine rated at 355 horsepower, which will give drivers 11 percent more horsepower than previous versions. With the addition of electric power steering, the Tahoe has the precisely tuned responsiveness needed in pursuit situations. More high-strength steel, increased body stiffness, suspension improvements, and a wider track for increased stability helps the 2015 Tahoe PPV offer improved ride and handling designed for pursuit. The Tahoe PPV is the only body-on-frame, full-size SUV designed for extreme pursuits. A strong body structure absorbs crash energy, and the vehicle provides a protective ?safety cage? around occupants. Rear park assist and backup camera come standard on the vehicle. As with previous models, the 2015 Tahoe PPV and SSV deliver fully integrated electrical systems, making it easier for the aftermarket installation of police-specific equipment such as light bars and police radios. An industry-exclusive auxiliary battery allows officers to power their equipment when the vehicle is not running, avoiding drain on the primary battery.
For more information, visit www.gmfleet.com/police.
Boots
Magnum Boots is here to help protect your feet with all the bells and whistles necessary to keep officers safe as can be while wearing the uniform and badge. Stealthforce Men?s and Women?s 6.0/8.0 have a full grain leather and denier nylon uppers that delivers performance, durability and flexibility. i-shield technology keeps officers? feet dry and clean while Agion anti-microbial treatment gives officers? feet a shield against bacteria. The Stealthforce is airport safe and features a Cambrelle moisture-wicking lining to keep officers? feet dry. Other qualities are included, along with a side zipper option.
For more information, visit http://us.magnumboots.com.
In-car camera
Patrol Witness, by 247Security, is introducing Pan Cam to the in-car law enforcement market. Mobile video is improved with Pan Cam providing a better evidence package with hands-free operation. Pan Cam ensures a more comprehensive visual around the officer?s car without manual zooming and focusing. With HD Quality, Pan Cam can be built into the force?s video program at a fraction of the cost of current PZT camera solutions. Police officers have enough on their hands when dealing with a roadside situation without having to aim and zoom a forward-facing camera. Pan Cam gets the ?whole picture? without the officer touching the video system. It captures the widest view, across three lanes, offering a clear view of cars and persons of interest at close and long range. Clear images are captured up close to the car hood and out to the long view, simultaneously, without system manipulation by the officer.
For more information, visit www.patrolwitness.com.
Feature-rich update for smartphone app
Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation (BNC) has released PeakAbout V3.5 for the SAM III family of Radiation Isotope Identifiers (RIID). The update to the smartphone app is packed with new features that simplify and expand the capabilities of existing isotope identifiers in the field. Some of the handy updates in V3.5 include the following. (1) Finder Screen?Slide the DoseRate odometer to the side and a Finder-Mode replaces it. This useful time versus countrate dynamic histogram will be familiar to SAM users, but the resolution of the latest smartphones and detailed labels in PeakAbout add unparalleled clarity when searching for sources. This visually effective surveillance mode detects momentary increases of activity that give the operator a second chance to locate a source that could have otherwise passed unnoticed. (2) Help Text Pop-ups?In critical situations a responder has more important things in mind than recalling symbols, names, and characteristics of isotopes. PeakAbout gives the user additional details to assist. Touch the peaks of an identified nuclide in the spectrum and get immediate help. (3) Health Safety Alarm?Multiple alarm thresholds are ideal for Rad Workers or Nuclear Power applications, where users are interested in small radiation level changes as well as large health risks.
For more information, visit www.BerkeleyNucleonics.com.
Ballistic door panels
Advanced vehicle armor transforms a police car door into a tactical shield in minutes. Angel Armor announces its newest innovative product line of ballistic door panels for law enforcement vehicles that exceeds standards in ballistic protection while delivering the fastest installation in the industry. These ballistic door panels are cost-effective, durable, lightweight, and weatherproof. They provide law enforcement with maximum safety and peace of mind, exceeding NIJ IIIA standards for multi-round protection, as well as providing special protection against rounds such as the .45 ACP Speer Gold Dot Hollow Point and 9 mm Luger Federal LE Tactical Hydra-Shok. Installed inside the door within minutes, the panels protect while adding less than nine pounds to the vehicle door. Installation time ranges from 5 to 15 minutes, and each panel is custom fit per vehicle model to ensure a clean install with maximum protection. They are designed to fit seamlessly into the Ford Interceptor Utility Vehicle, the Dodge Charger Pursuit, the Chevy Tahoe PPV, and the Chevy Caprice PPV. Custom designs are available for other
vehicle models as well.
For more information, visit www.angelarmor.com.
Safety glasses
SoundVision safety glasses by FullPro offer a clear advantage over ordinary safety glasses. Ordinary safety glasses break earmuff seals, causing pressure points against the skull and reducing protection. SoundVision eliminates the pinching and improves protection by up to seven decibels by attaching to the outer surface of earmuffs with flexible straps. The results are full and comfortable protection of both eyes and ears and increased use and compliance. SoundVision is now packaged in a durable PVC case with a magnetic closure. This case helps prevent scratching of the lenses while not in use. The glasses are available in clear, amber, and smoke tints.
For more information, visit www.fullpro.com.
Multi-robot control system
A leader in delivering robotic technology-based solutions, iRobot Corp., announces the uPoint Multi-Robot Control (MRC) system, a universal control system for iRobot?s line of defense and security robots that will enable robot operators to be more proficient than ever before. The uPoint MRC system runs an Android-based app that standardizes the control of any robot within the iRobot family of unmanned vehicles. Utilizing the same intuitive touchscreen technology in use today on millions of digital devices, the uPoint MRC system simplifies robot operations, including driving, manipulation, and inspection, allowing operators to focus more on the mission at hand. The uPoint MRC system is currently compatible with a range of rugged and consumer Android-based touchscreen tablets.
For more information, visit www.irobot.com/upoint.
Investigative genetics technology
Every year, investigators collect tens of thousands of biological samples from crime scenes that may hold valuable clues to solving criminal cases. Unlocking those clues now is easier, thanks to a revolutionary new software solution unveiled today by Battelle experts who have applied advanced bioinformatics to next-generation sequencing data. ExactID, the first commercially available system of its kind, analyzes biomarkers that can predict physical appearance, ancestry, clinical traits, and familial relationships among people. This information can be invaluable to forensic analyses and case work. An explosion of genetic research since the completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 has uncovered thousands of biomarkers that can be applied to DNA-based forensics. Next generation sequencing takes this work to a new level, yielding significantly more information than current DNA testing.
For more information, visit http://battelleexactid.org.
High-definition wearable camera
VISTA is manufactured by WatchGuard in the USA and is constructed with cast magnesium, polyurethane rubber, and a military-grade polyetherimide resin. It is designed to be ultra-rugged, fully submersible, and waterproof. The transfer/charging base provides ?dock and go? convenience, and provides nine hours of continuous HD recording on a single charge. It integrates with Evidence Library and 4RE in-car video systems. The sophisticated acoustic foam chamber blocks wind noise, and the high-tech membrane blocks water but not sound. The audiophile quality digital microphone minimizes distortion. It has 720p HD resolution (480p is selectable); 130-degree wide angle field of view; and an adjustable lens, which rotates 28 degrees for optimal aiming. VISTA?s display keeps officers informed of battery condition, memory space, number of recordings, incident categories, and more. ♦
For more information, visit www.watchguardvideo.com/vista.
