The Police Chief keeps you on the cutting edge of law enforcement technology with monthly product announcements. This month’s items about new or improved products are based on news releases supplied by manufacturers and distributors who are exhibiting at IACP 2018; IACP endorsement is in no way implied. Visit the exhibitors’ booths at IACP 2018 in Orlando, Florida, for in-depth information or click on the links below.
Blue line accessories
Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) has introduced a collection of products featuring the well-known “thin blue line” design, universally recognized as a tribute to the contributions and sacrifices of law enforcement. The company’s new Blue Line Collection includes a sapphire rechargeable clip-on flashlight; a pair of multi-tool, liner lock pocket knives with integral handcuff keys; tactical belts; a logo cap that fits ASP Friction-Loc Batons; and two different swivel handcuff keys. Each is decorated using cloisonné enameling—a process that results in a finish that won’t fade or wear off. The flashlight and knives also have brightly-polished metal accents.
For more information, visit www.asp-usa.com and IACP 2018 Booth 1171.
Video analysis software
BrainChip Holdings Ltd. offers an upgraded release of BrainChip Studio, version 2018.1. This AI-powered video analysis software suite delivers high-speed object search and facial classification for law enforcement, counterterrorism, and intelligence agencies. New features of the 2018.1 release make it easier to find objects from a variety of camera views, enable large-scale Linux deployments, and add an API that simplifies integration with other applications. BrainChip Studio 2018.1 auto-generates rotated models, improving the ability to locate the object in other camera views, where the orientation may vary depending on the installation.
For more information, visit www.brainchipinc.com and IACP 2018 Booth 672.
New communication app
Orion Labs announces Orion AppTalk, which transforms personal smartphones into easy-to-use collaboration devices using push-to-talk technology. Orion AppTalk is available for all Android devices, and it enables public safety officers with an iOS or Android device to communicate with other AppTalk users via the Orion mobile app or using an Onyx wearable walkie-talkie. It can be used by teams to collaborate with colleagues, regardless of their location or device’s operating system. Whether an officer is using a computer, tablet, or handheld phone, AppTalk eliminates the need to toggle between different devices.
For more information, visit https://info.orionlabs.io/apptalk and IACP 2018 Booth 1610.
New line of ballistic shields
PROTECH Tactical, a brand of The Safariland Group, offers the new X Series line of ballistic shields. This boltless shield line features a molded ballistic lens cap integrated into the shield. The patent-pending process molds the lens cap into the ballistic composition of the shield at the time of pressing, resulting in a lens cap design of the same ballistic material as the rest of the shield. The shields are designed to eliminate points of weakness—drill holes and seam lines where the shield and its components meet. The seamless molded lens cap in this boltless design ensures ballistic integrity and reduces overall shield weight by approximately 20 percent.
For more information, visit www.safariland.com/protech-tactical and IACP 2018 Booth 931.
License plate–enabled parking enforcement suite
Vigilant Solutions announces a new parking solution that leverages its license plate recognition technology and extensive vehicle location data to assist parking agencies and municipal parking units in enforcing policies, collecting outstanding fines, and locating repeat violators. Vigilant’s license plate recognition cameras and software have been trusted by law enforcement agencies throughout the United States and across the globe for more than a decade to identify and locate suspect vehicles and solve crimes faster. The company is now using this technology to develop a license plate–enabled parking (LEP) enforcement solution that, coupled with its expansive commercial data network, empowers parking enforcement to work more efficiently with local law enforcement to quickly address violations involving on-street spaces and off-street lots.
For more information, visit www.vigilantsolutions.com and IACP 2018 Booth 1139.
New facility
Axis Communications announces its newest Axis Experience Center (AEC) in Washington, DC. This AEC features a state-of-the-art security operations center (SOC), complete with the ability to view live and test Axis solutions as well as ecosystem partner solutions. The SOC will be managed by a fingerprint biometric 2N device that allows guests to test interoperability and function in a private environment. This is also a living laboratory, which can be used to evaluate cybersecurity options. The facility also includes a 28-person training and certification center.
For more information, visit www.axis.com/en-us and IACP 2018 Booth 1345.
Authentication software
Crossmatch announces an agreement with Panasonic System Solutions Company of North America to offer Crossmatch DigitalPersona authentication software with Panasonic’s Toughbook line of purpose-built mobile computing products, such as 2-in-1 laptops, handheld, and tablet devices, enabling mobile device, network, and application access security. Law enforcement can benefit from a multifactor and risk-based authentication approach that enhances CJIS compliance, defends against data breaches, and eliminates unauthorized access, while removing inefficient password logon protocols that can slow access to vital information. The shared user capability enables other first responders to secure and audit a user’s access to shared devices and applications.
For more information, visit www.crossmatch.com and IACP 2018 Booth 722 or https://na.panasonic.com/us and IACP 2018 Booth 1521.
In-car video system
Axon offers its second generation in-car video system, Axon Fleet 2. The product incorporates a variety of upgrades in direct response to feedback from law enforcement users. The system includes redesigned front and back cameras and retains its predecessor’s breakthrough cloud-connected architecture that allows for an easy to use and intuitive in-car system. It is a streamlined, connected approach for law enforcement to securely share critical video evidence. The cloud-based product allows users to capture and upload video footage directly to Evidence.com, eliminating the need for DVRs and other outdated, bulky hardware.
For more information, visit www.axon.com/products/fleet2 and IACP 2018 Booth 1839.
Body-worn camera system
Law enforcement can connect a body of evidence with the new BWX-100 body camera from L3 Mobile-Vision. It is equipped with bidirectional recording trigger capabilities. In-car integration, lights, sirens, and accelerated speeds can all trigger the body-worn camera to record, documenting critical moments from the law enforcement officer’s perspective. With an easy-to-read, easy-to-use LCD panel, operation is a breeze—capturing 12 hours of high-definition footage with just a single charge. The LCD screen displays battery life, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity, mute status, and recording status or mode. With this screen, officers can also tag videos in the field and check on upload status.
For more information, visit www.mobile-vision.com/products/bwx-100 and IACP 2018 Booth 2059.
