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.

Lens-cleaning technology

The Original LensPen, MiniPro, and MicroPro are designed to clean lenses; FilterKlear is designed to clean filters; and DigiKlear is for cleaning LCD displays. This technology is ideal for cleaning lenses and other optics on surveillance drones. All LensPen products clean in two simple steps. First, the retractable natural brush is used to remove any loose dust. If grease or fingerprints remain, the carbon-infused cleaning tip can be used to completely clean the lens. These products are environmentally friendly, effective in desert heat and arctic cold, and have no expiration date.

For more information, visit www.lenspen.com.

Secure email alternative

Secured Communications LLC announces its secured alternative to email, expanding its secured enterprise mobile and desktop communications solutions for vetted agencies and corporations. This enterprise-level secured alternative to email is designed to protect users from cyber hacking risks associated with open email communication. The proprietary Command Center interconnects web, PC, and mobile devices in a “private secured network” for encrypted email; messaging; and audio, video, and file sharing to individuals or groups within an agency. It also auto-syncs with mobile devices, allowing users to securely communicate and share information anywhere.

For more information, visit www.securedcommunications.com.

Free educational resource

FLIR announces its new educational resource, FLIR PRIMED—Prepare, Recognize, Input, Monitor, Experience, Decision—a free online tool that provides first responders with best practices for HAZMAT accidents and chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosives (CBRNE) attacks. Throughout this video series, designed to keep responders prepared by staying current with the industry standards and best practices, Grant Coffey delivers industry insights and recalls real-life experiences. In addition, each episode concludes with a free field checklist or downloadable guide to increase subject knowledge for a safer and more successful response.

For more information, visit www.flir.com/PRIMED.

Tablet keyboard

Austin, Texas-based iKey offers the newly designed IK-PAN-FZG1-C1-V5 keyboard exclusively for use with the Panasonic FZG1 Tablet. The keyboard is designed with a more robust latching mechanism that provides increased docking strength while reducing wear and tear on the keyboard. The new mechanism now locks and secures the keyboard to the tablet and does not require a key. This model specifically includes green backlighting and an external USB 2.0 port. This rugged keyboard is resistant to dirt, dust, and spills and is made of industrial silicone rubber. It is a full QWERTY keyboard with an integrated touchpad.

For more information, visit www.ikey.com.

Video surveillance system enhancements

Pivot3 announces enhancements to its surveillance series that provide customers with additional flexibility in how to apply hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI) in security and video surveillance applications. The investments in the company’s core technology platforms allow customers to take HCI beyond traditional use cases, such as video storage, and expand capabilities through the layering of other security, IT, and business systems. Other enhancements include a multi-application capability that consolidates video recorders and other application workloads such as access control, visitor management, and video analytics on the platform; the ability to run multiple workloads on the same hyper-converged system; and broader platform offerings

For more information, visit www.pivot3.com.

Medical alert awareness program

Agencies across the United States have been creating “Yellow Dot” programs to alert first responders of medical information in the event of a medical emergency while driving or during a motor vehicle collision that renders the driver unresponsive. The information can help first responders provide life-saving medical attention during that first “golden hour” after a crash or other emergency. The Yellow Dot (located on the outside rear window on the driver’s side) is an indication that the driver has completed a form with pertinent medical and emergency contact information and placed it in the glove compartment or console of the vehicle. The program is a free service provided to individuals of all ages, with an emphasis on older adults.

For more information, visit http://nationalyellowdot.org.

Vehicle dispatch and tracking

Dispatch & Tracking Solutions (DTS) provides vehicle tow dispatch, management, reporting, notification, and tracking service options for law enforcement and state and local government helping all stakeholders. Service options include web-based software that provides voiceless dispatch, management, and tracking that can be used by agency staff; a tow dispatch center staffed with experts; automated mail and email notification to lien holders and insurers; lien and auction processing; and more. It can dispatch the agency’s preferred local tow provider, or it can establish a network of qualified local tow providers. Benefits and features include one call to make or one click of the mouse while using as many tow providers as desired, a real-time view into the tow lifecycle, reduced response times, total accountability and transparency, and unlimited report and search capabilities.

For more information, visit www.DTSdispatch.com and www.towedcar.com.

Cultural sensitivity training

Badges2Bridges is a comprehensive law enforcement education program designed for law enforcement personnel. It prepares staff to work effectively with minority communities, cultural groups, and underrepresented groups. This cross-cultural education program is for professionals who wish to work effectively with minority communities; who are committed to serving all members of the community; and who seek to build bridges with underrepresented communities and to respond to their needs in a manner that preserves the dignity and respects the rights of individuals.

For more information, visit www.dranitajackdavies.com.