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.

Electric motorcycle

Zero Motorcycles offers the Zero SP, Zero DSP, and all-new Zero FXP models to meet the specific requirements of law enforcement and security agencies. Powered by the 100 percent electric Z-Force motor, the Zero DSP motorcycle is stealthy and versatile. The dual-sport capability of the Zero DSP is particularly valuable in patrolling areas that have extreme fire danger, allowing officers quick and silent access where previously only helicopters may have operated. Zero police motorcycles are fully electric and designed exclusively for police and security departments as a cost-effective means to patrol a wide variety of terrain and excel in areas with noise and pollution limitations, including indoors. Patrol models are fully equipped with pursuit emergency lighting and sirens, safety components, and functional storage options to carry gear, patrol items, and emergency medical equipment.

For more information, visit www.zeromotorcycles.com/fleet.

IP-based packet microwave radio network

Alcatel-Lucent is to enhance the responsiveness of emergency services and other municipal departments of the City of Dallas, Texas, by deploying an IP-based packet microwave radio network. The new network will provide highly resilient and secure data transmission capabilities to support critical services. The network will support the existing land mobile radio (LMR) communications system used by personnel in the city’s police and fire departments, as well as municipal public works employees. The network will also provide high-speed, high-capacity data connections between various city facilities, enabling enhanced voice and data communications for applications such as unified communications, video surveillance, and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA).

For more information, visit www.alcatel-lucent.com.

Radio frequency identification proximity reader

Farpointe Data announces its P-900 proximity reader that lets customers easily access a variety of up to 20-inch (508 mm) read range applications, from the parking lot to an inside door. With the reader, users can deploy Farpointe’s Pyramid Series proximity cards and tags, as well as certain legacy HID and/or AWID 125-KHz proximity cards and tags. The reader is engineered to comply to an IP67 rating and is ETL listed to comply with the UL294 standard. It works in temperature extremes from -40°F to 149°F (-40°C to 65°C) and is vandal resistant. The P-900 mounts directly to a standard North American single gang/double gang wall box, any flat surface such as a metal or plastic box, or parking bollard.

For more information, visit www.farpointedata.com.

Helicopter

Bell Helicopter announces the delivery of two Bell 429s configured for Helicopter Emergency Services (HEMS), Search and Rescue (SAR), and Airborne Law Enforcement (ALE) to the Delaware State Police aviation section. The milestone aircraft will join the Delaware State Police’s current fleet of Bell helicopters and be used throughout the state for a variety of para-public missions. The Bell 429 is the only light twin-engine helicopter currently on the market with true two-litter capability, featuring enough cabin space for two medical attendants and two crew members. It also offers exceptional flight performance with a fully integrated glass cockpit, advanced drive system, and best-in-class WAAS navigation and IFR capability. It is the first helicopter certified through the MSG-3 process, resulting in reduced maintenance costs for operators. The Bell 429 also features a spacious cabin and extra-large 60-inch side doors, as well as Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) capability certified for single or dual pilot operations.

For more information, visit www.bellhelicopter.com.

Training mannequins

Dummies Unlimited, Inc., offers Cuff-Man Arrest and Control Dummy training dummies. The Cuff-Man is a heavy-duty training dummy that makes handcuff training simple and accessible. Cuff-Man’s features include fully articulating joints and locking elbows to perform arm bar techniques and realistic, flexible, and durable hands for hand cuff application. It is freestanding (no hindering ropes or cables necessary to suspend it) and can be placed prone or in an “airplane position.” Its perfect for trainings on pat downs and contraband searches. Can be purchased with an optional Taser vest and takedown kit for teaching “cuffing under load.”

For more information, visit www.DummiesUnlimited.com.

The GammaTech DURABOOK R11 is the lightest (2.73 pounds, including battery) rugged tablet PC in its class. It comes with a powerful 4th generation Intel Haswell Core processor for superb visual and graphic performance. It has an 11.6″ HD (1366 x 768) LCD anti-reflective display with a capacitive multi-touch panel and a water-tolerant design, meaning it can be used even in wet environments or while the user is wearing latex gloves. Features include built-in G-sensor, gyroscope sensors, and a light-ambient sensor; M2-SATA SSD 64GB/128GB/256GB storage; a MicroSD card slot that supports SDHC and SDXC; and a front-side, full HD camera, as well as an integrated rear-facing 5 MP camera. Security features include computrace support BIOS, administrator password, TPM 1.2, Kensington lock, and boot password protection.

For more information, visit www.GammaTechUSA.com.

Magnetic microphone holder

Adamson Industries Corp. announces a product from Innovative Products, Inc., the Magnetic Mic. Help your officers keep their eyes on the road during the critical moments when they pick up the microphone and return it to its holder. The Magnetic Mic replaces the conventional hang-up clip with an easy-to-install, universally compatible magnetic holder for your microphone. Simply replace your microphone’s hangup clip with the magnetic base piece that easily retrofits into most standard mounting locations, then slide the slotted metal disc onto the back of the microphone. Installation is quick and easy; each Magnetic Mic comes with the necessary hardware and directions.

For more information, visit www.adamsonindustries.com.

Web-based court scheduling software

My Court Calendar was developed by Florida chiefs of police in an effort to reduce overtime costs and increase the efficiency of officer appearances at court proceedings. In the past, attorneys would randomly assign court dates without verifying officer availability. My Court Calendar is a web-based law enforcement software program that can be accessed via the MDTs in the patrol car, smartphone, iPad, laptop, or any other Internet-compatible device. It is a revolutionary way to capture, store, and manage subpoenas for court, off-duty jobs, training classes, squad parties, and any other law enforcement–related events. The state attorney and public defender can view officers’ work calendars to ascertain their on-duty status and assign a court date when the officer is actually on-duty.

For more information, visit www.mycourtcalendar.com.

New school of public safety

Valencia College (Florida) trustees approved a resolution that will allow for a major expansion of the criminal justice, safety and security, and fire service programs, with the creation of a new School of Public Safety. Valencia’s Criminal Justice Institute campus will be renamed the School of Public Safety, and will combine the college’s current education and training programs for law enforcement officers, corrections officers, and firefighters, with programs planned for students interested in careers in homeland security, emergency management, and private security. Plans call for an outdoor public safety lab where students will get the latest in hands-on training, including law enforcement tactics and enhanced K-9 training through a partnership with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. ♦

For more information, visit www.valenciacollege.edu/news.