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.

Security console insert

Tuffy Security Products introduces its new patent-pending Model 322 Security Console Insert for 2011–2016 Ford Super Duty trucks with flow-through center consoles. The console insert integrates perfectly into the OEM console, maintaining a completely stock look, and allows full use of the factory accessory tray, accessory rubber insert, armrest, and lid. These inserts use heavy-duty, 16-gauge welded steel construction and feature a pick-resistant 10-tumbler double-bitted lock, plus a patented locking system. The Pry-Guard latch mechanism uses 1/8 in. (0.3175 cm) thick high-strength steel and includes premium-quality, full perimeter built-in weather seals to control moisture and dust intrusion.

For more information, visit www.tuffyproducts.com.

Ultra-miniature wireless video system

Integrated Microwave Technologies (IMT) offers the IMT DragonFly, an ultra-miniature wireless video system. It is available in a range of kits to fit various applications, including drones. It is compact and lightweight and features minimized power requirements, making it ideal for drone and mobile use. It features HD/SD-SDI or optional HDMI inputs, is only 1.85 in. x 1.38 in. x .51 in., and weighs less than 1.2 oz., providing long-range, reliable HD video transmission. It also features internal ISM and GPS anti-jam filters and is available in licensed and unlicensed frequency bands. Each kit comes with the accessories needed to plug and play the system with ease.

For more information, visit https://imt-solutions.com/product/dragonfly.

Push bumper fender wraps

Pro-gard offers Fender Wraps for HD Push Bumpers, a protection accessory for the front-end fascia of police vehicles. The wraps are bolted onto Pro-gard’s HD Push Bumpers and are securely attached to the body of the car using the vehicle’s OEM mounting points. Designed for quick, easy installation, they can be retrofitted to the Pro-gard HD Push Bumpers. They are constructed of strong but light-weight aluminum for durability, reducing front-end weight, and they have five inches of pushing surface height for added contact area and control around the widest area of the vehicle’s front end. These products are immediately available for the Chevrolet Tahoe, Dodge Charger, and Ford Interceptor Sedan and Utility.

For more information, visit www.pro-gard.com.

In-car video system

COBAN Technologies announces its COBAN FOCUS H1 intelligent in-car video system. These police dash cams use powerful artificial intelligence (AI)-based video analytics to identify vehicles and other objects in real time. Most police dash cam systems typically record video or ship the video back to the cloud for analysis. This system analyzes video from inside the car, allowing for new applications and much faster responsiveness. COBAN plans to support a variety of third-party applications on the system that will allow agencies to identify a wide range of objects, such as vehicle make and model, faces, weapons, dangerous movements or behaviors, and other AI-based applications. The system consolidates digital evidence from multiple sources, including up to six HD quality cameras, body cameras, and other sources. It is also fully integrated with existing DVMS and COMMAND digital evidence management software suites.

For more information, visit www.cobantech.com.

In-car protection package

The Officer Protection Package, a collaboration between InterMotive Vehicle Controls and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, is being extended to cover all 2018 Dodge Charger Pursuit law enforcement vehicles at no charge. The package is designed to increase an officer’s situational awareness when parked and working inside the vehicle. It uses InterMotive’s Surveillance Mode Module and the Charger Pursuit’s backup camera and rear detection technology to alert the officer of any movement at the back of the vehicle. New for 2018 is FCA US’ Rear Cross Path detection, warning drivers of lateral traffic. The surveillance module is plug and play.

For more information, visit www.intermotive.net.

Self-report screening tool

A new self-report screening tool is available to assist justice and health professionals quickly gather detailed information about opioid use, allowing for more rapid referral to treatment services when appropriate. It also collects important information about the potential risk of an opioid drug overdose. Developed by researchers at the Institute of Behavioral Research (IBR) at Texas Christian University (TCU), along with the Center for Health and Justice at TASC (CHJ), the TCU Drug Screen 5 – Opioid Supplement can help determine earlier in the screening and referral process if there is an immediate need for services to address opioid use problems. The 17-question screening tool is a freely available resource for addiction and criminal justice professionals, including treatment providers, case managers, pre-arrest diversion and deflection staff, pretrial service providers, probation and parole officers, and jail administrators.

For more information, contact Dr. Kevin Knight at ibr@tcu.edu.

Personal safety lights

Guardian Angel announces its Elite Series of personal safety lights. Every feature of the Elite Series was developed with performance, safety, comfort, and utility in mind. Some of the distinguishing features of these lights are their polycarbonate exteriors and waterproof casings, making them virtually indestructible. Their innovative design provides over 2 miles of visibility. The Elite Series offers many different modes for lighting, depending on what the situation calls for. The lights feature a built-in neodymium rare earth magnet and several additional mounting accessories. One-touch activation allows for quick response.

For more information, visit www.archangeldevice.com.

Integrated digital investigation platform update

Magnet Forensics released its Magnet AXIOM 1.2 with Connections—a new feature that simplifies the discovery and visualization of relationships between files and artifacts and their activity. The new Connections feature leverages AXIOM’s ability to pull cloud data, smartphone data, and computer data into a single case file to identify key pieces of evidence and connect them to devices, suspects, and other artifacts. Additionally, investigative teams will be able to use the update to discover relevant secondary pieces of evidence; learn where evidence came from; see where evidence is currently located; discover how evidence was shared (transfers, emails, texts, etc.) and with whom; and map out communications between contacts.

For more information, visit www.magnetforensics.com/law-enforcement.

Integrated shot detection and critical event management

Shooter Detection Systems announced the technology integration between its Guardian Indoor Active Shooter Detection System and Everbridge’s leading Critical Event Management (CEM) platform to globally communicate critical incident details in an active shooter attack. The system simultaneously detects gunfire and relays this information via a floor plan map with shot location, sending shot location information via text and email to key personnel and building occupants, with no human involvement required. The integration of these technologies helps officers better respond to active shooter situations with incident details and instructions and managing the overall response to the threat.

For more information, visit www.shooterdetectionsystems.com.

Trauma care kit

The ProPac Hard Case Trauma Kit has all the tools necessary to stop traumatic bleeding, including two Quick Clot Combat Gauze LE hemostatic dressings (3″ x 120′). The kit’s contents are packed in a rugged hard-shell carry case and also include two Sam Splints II (36″); eye wash (4 fl oz.); two triangular bandages (40″ x 40″ x 56″); two 6″ elastic wraps; a CPR, AED, and basic first aid guidebook; two C-A-T tourniquets; a CPR kit; a pair of trauma shears; two HyFin vent chest seals; and other trauma care items.

For more information, visit https://propacusa.com.