Narcotics Identification Press Releases

• Latest software for TruNarc Analyzer expands substance library

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  TEWKSBURY, Mass. - Law enforcement agents, narcotics officers and customs personnel can now identify 37 additional substances the v1.10 software update of the Thermo Scientific TruNarc Handheld Nar...

• SwabTek® donates presumptive field tests to avert canine officer narcotics poisonings

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         SwabTek® Test kits to detect Fentanyl and other harmful narcotics will protect Canine teams SACRAMENTO, Calif., — As first responders project narcotics overdose increases in 2023, enforcemen...

• SwabTek donates presumptive narcotics field test kits to help prevent fentanyl/other poisoning of Sacramento County sheriff and Sac PD canine teams

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  Sac County K-9 Units Demonstrated Use Simulation at SSO K-9 Training Academy SACRAMENTO, Calif., — As Northern California’s first responders prepare for projected and substantial increases in narco...

• 908 devices launches pesticide identification capability to thwart illegal marijuana growing operations

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              Developed in coordination with the U.S. Forest Service, the MX908 can identify toxic pesticides that pose                                                threats to wildlife, water sourc...

• Keeping officers safe in all 50 states

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  Law enforcement agencies and communities worldwide are fighting a relentless battle against the illegal narcotics trade, which continues to grow at an alarming rate. Perpetrators are not only getti...

• Second generation handheld Raman Analyzer from Rigaku Analytical Devices chosen as part of the U.S. JPEO CBRND Program to modernize the military’s DR SKO Systems

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  Second Generation Handheld Raman Analyzer from Rigaku Analytical Devices Chosen as Part of the U.S. JPEO CBRND Program to Modernize the Military’s DR SKO Systems Wilmington, MA – Rigaku Analytical ...

• Soter Technologies announces strategic alliance with SwabTek® to create vape and illegal drug detection and deterrence bundle for schools

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  Soter Technologies, a leading safety and technology company based in Ronkonkoma, NY, has announced its strategic alliance with San Diego, California-based SwabTek®, an innovative provider of rapid field test kits for security personnel. The new alliance will see the companies pair their respective technologies to offer educational institutions the School Safety Bundle, a comprehensive vaping and

• Things Police See Podcast with Special Guest Michael Brown

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  Listen in on the conversation with Rigaku's Michael W. Brown and Steve Gould from Things Police See. Michael shares his experiences as an officer and DEA agent stationed around the world, including...

• Rigaku announces partnership with CBRN Gate Education & Training Institute

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  In collaboration with our local representative, ABCS Srl, Rigaku Analytical Devices has entered a partnership with the University of Rome Tor Vergata, located in Rome, Italy, as part of their Inter...

• Thailand Seizes $30 Million of Crystal Meth Hidden in Boxing Punch Bags

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  BANGKOK - Thai authorities have seized crystal methamphetamine with a street value of almost $30 million stuffed inside boxing punch bags bound for Australia, officials said on Thursday. Customs of...

• Thailand seizes $88 million worth of crystal meth bound for Taiwan

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  BANGKOK - Thai authorities intercepted nearly 900 kg (2,000 pounds) of crystal methamphetamine hidden in a cargo shipment at Bangkok's Port Custom Office and bound for Taiwan where it could be sold...

• 908 Devices Launches New Aerosol Module for Handheld MX908

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  908 Devices, a pioneer of purpose-built handheld and desktop mass spec devices for chemical and biomolecular analysis, today announced updates to its MX908 handheld mass spec device including a fir...

• 908 Devices keeping responders safe by using MX908 to identify unknown substances

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  BOSTON — Responding to the scene of a drug overdose can be challenging for many reasons. Depending on the suspected drug involved, protocols can vary greatly and present various levels of risk for ...

• 908 Devices awarded multi-year $25M purchase order to enable the U.S. Army

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  BOSTON — 908 Devices Inc., a pioneer of purpose-built handheld and desktop mass spec devices for chemical and biomolecular analysis, today announced the receipt of a multi-year $25M purchase order ...

• Ohio Attorney General agencies deploy 908 Devices handheld mass spec device to aid LE cases involving illicit drugs

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  BOSTON — 908 Devices, a pioneer of purpose-built handheld and desktop mass spec devices for chemical and biomolecular analysis, today announced the critical role of its MX908 – a handheld, battery-...

• 908 Devices provides handheld mass spec for trace detection to U.S. Border Patrol

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  BOSTON — 908 Devices, a pioneer of purpose-built handheld and desktop mass spec devices for chemical and biomolecular analysis, today announced the U.S. Border Patrol selected the MX908 – a handhel...

• Thermo Fisher Scientific launches new Raman Analyzer, enhancing narcotics identification for law enforcement

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  1064Defender Raman Analyzer enables law enforcement to make data supported decisions related to illicit substances  TEWKSBURY, Mass., -  In recent years, the production and distribution of lethal n...

• Decon7 Systems to conduct live demonstration of its D7 disinfectant

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  SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Decon7 Systems — the leading standard in disinfection and biosafety for military personnel, first responders, and food manufacturers — today announced that it will conduct a liv...

• DetectaChem smartphone-based COVID-19 test advances through NIH RADx (Rapid Acceleration of Diagnostics) Program

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  Groundbreaking COVID-19 Test Kit Uses Reliable Detection Technology Producing Results in Minutes for Healthcare Professionals, Government Agencies, Colleges, Universities, Employers and more SUGAR ...

• DetectaChem receives FDA EUA authorization for mobile COVID-19 detection technology

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  Groundbreaking COVID-19 Test Kit Uses Portable Technology with Mobile App Result Reporting SUGAR LAND, Texas-- DetectaChem, the global leader in innovative portable threat detection technologies us...

• Rigaku Analytical Devices wins new Product of the Year award

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  Security Today magazine has selected the Rigaku ResQ CQL handheld Raman analyzer as its Product of the Year, recognizing the outstanding product development achievements of security equipment manuf...

• Rigaku Analytical Devices launches Expanding Capabilities Equipment for Law Enforcement (EXCEL) Program

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  New program recognizes law enforcement’s continuous effort to battle the opioid crisis and provide next generation analysis equipment. WILMINGTON, Mass. — Rigaku Analytical Devices, the market lead...

• Operative IQ Joins AT&T’s FirstNet Dealer Program

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  Operative IQ has joined AT&T’s FirstNet Dealer Program. As a FirstNet Approved Dealer, Operative IQ can now sell FirstNet services to eligible current and future public safety customers. In support...

• Toxigenix launces narcotic scent imprint aids for K9 Training

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  WOBURN, Mass.- Today, Toxigenix Inc announced the launch of narcotic scents for K9 training for detection of narcotics and opioids. Designed and validated by top PhD scientists in the Boston area, ...

• Forensics Source introduces NIK CBD Quick Test for law enforcement use

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  First presumptive field test in America that can distinguish between THC and CBD content. ONTARIO, Calif. — Forensics Source ®, a brand of The Safariland Group, a leading global provider of safety ...

• Latest Software for Thermo Scientific TruNarc Analyzer Expands Substance Library and Features Two New Scan Modes

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  TruNarc v1.9 adds field identification capability for 32 new high priority alarm substances, including fentanyl derivatives and other highly potent opioid antagonists, cannabinoids and cathinones

• Rigaku Analytical Devices presents portfolio of handheld Raman analyzers at IACP Annual Conference and Exposition

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  The Rigaku family of handheld Raman analyzers provides on-site identification and detection of narcotics for the law enforcement industry. CHICAGO– Rigaku Analytical Devices, the market leader in h...

• Rigaku Analytical Devices and DetectaChem complete testing of integrated trace and bulk explosion detection

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  Rigaku and DetectaChem chemical identification technologies are integrated into a single handheld solution to deliver advanced automated trace and bulk explosive detection and chemical analysis cap...

• Rigaku Analytical Devices, Inc. and DetectaChem, Inc. have completed testing of their integrated trace and bulk explosive detection solution in partnership with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

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  Rigaku and DetectaChem chemical identification technologies are integrated into a single handheld solution to deliver advanced automated trace and bulk explosive detection and chemical analysis cap...

• 908 Devices addresses emerging Novichok nerve agent threat, expands capabilities for MX908 chemical detection device

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  BOSTON — 908 Devices, a pioneer of analytical devices for chemical and biomolecular analysis, today announced the expansion of their MX908 multi-mission trace chemical detection device capabilities...

• Rigaku Analytical Devices presents new Handheld ResQ CQL Raman Analyzer at IAFC Hazmat Response Teams Conference

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  The Rigaku ResQ CQL analyzer sets the new standard for 1064 nm handheld Raman in the safety and security sector. BALTIMORE – Rigaku Analytical Devices, the market leader in handheld 1064 nm Raman t...

• Handheld Raman Analyzer from Rigaku Analytical Devices chosen as part of U.S. Food and Drug Administration opioid inspection program

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  The Rigaku Progeny ResQ 1064 nm handheld Raman analyzer will be considered as a capability to provide on-site narcotics and pharmaceutical analysis at import facilities. WILMINGTON, Mass – Rigaku A...

• Smiths Detection announces new vehicle-mounted X-ray system for commercial security market

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  EDGEWOOD, Md. — Smiths Detection Inc. (SDI) has adapted ScanVan, its vehicle-mounted mobile X-ray system originally developed to help protect ports and borders, for use in the commercial security m...

• Handheld Raman Analyzer from Rigaku Analytical Devices Chosen as Part of U.S. Department of Defense Tech Refresh Program

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  The Rigaku Progeny ResQ 1064 nm handheld Raman analyzer will be deployed globally as part of the U.S. Army’s Dismounted Reconnaissance Sets, Kits, and Outfits (DRSKO) Program WILMINGTON, Mass – Rig...

• 908 Devices MX908 out-designs designer drugs, unlocks detection capabilities for more than 2000 fentanyl variants

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  BOSTON – 908 Devices, a pioneer of purpose-built analytical devices for chemical and biomolecular analysis, today announced the addition of a novel predictive fentanyl classifier for their MX908 mu...

• 908 Devices launches Drug Hunter Mission Mode to combat fentanyl and high priority drugs

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  New capability is one of three mission modes released with MX908 software update that offers enhanced operational performance for critical response missions BOSTON –  908 Devices, a pioneer of anal...

• Sirchie announces new narcotics disposal solution for law enforcement

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  Sirchie, Inc. announces the release of NARKsafe™ NDA (Narcotic Disposal Agent), a drug disposal solution that enables the on-site disposal of drug evidence by law enforcement officials. This patent...

• First Line Technology celebrates fifteenth year of aiding responders worldwide

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  CHANTILLY, Va. — Recently hurricanes, wildfires, floods, gas explosions, and other disasters put our citizens and responders at risk. In 2003, recognizing the problems faced by responders and the m...

• DetectaChem awarded Navy next gen handheld explosive detector contract

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  STAFFORD, Texas — DetectaChem is proud to announce their sole source indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract award with the U.S. Department of the Navy for their SEEKERe™ EDK (Explo...

• B&W Tek announces the TacticID-1064 Handheld Raman Analyzer

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  NEWARK, Del — B&W Tek announces the TacticID®-1064, a handheld Raman analyzer for real-time identification of suspicious and unknown substances in the field, at the International HazMat Response Te...

• Dahlgren Decon awarded Federal Laboratory Consortium's Excellence in Technology Transfer 2018 Award

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  Decontamination product neutralizes Fentanyl, chemical, and biological agents

• First Line Technology's Dahlgren Decon neutralizes 100% carfentanil under 5 minutes

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  WASHINGTON — First Line Technology received new lab results confirming that Dahlgren Decon neutralizes 100% of carfentanil in under five minutes. This comes on the heels of a similar announcement f...

• New data proves Dahlgren Decon destroys and neutralizes over 99.9% fentanyl HCL

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  WASHINGTON — First Line Technology received new data from MRI Global, one of the nation’s leading research institutes, proving that Dahlgren Decontamination solution neutralizes over 99.9% of bulk ...

• DetectaChem releases MobileDetect for drug detection on smartphones

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  STAFFORD, Texas — DetectaChem, developer and manufacturer of rapidly deployable, super-compact and easy-to- operate threat detection systems, is proud to announce the release of the MobileDetect sm...

• Thermo Scientific TruNarc Analyzer now detects carfentanil

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  Newest library update adds 14 new forms of fentanyl to handheld narcotics analyzer, designed to rapidly identify emerging synthetic opioids and other potent drugs in the field TEWKSBURY, Mass. —  L...

• Field Forensics, Inc. will exhibit the Fen-Her™ Fentanyl-Heroin identification kit at IACP

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  ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Field Forensics announces the release of the new Fen-Her™ test kit for heroin and fentanyl. The new kit detects and differentiates heroin and fentanyl, even at trace levels, ...

• Breakthrough decon technology minimizes exposure risk to warfighters

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  SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Currently, units lack an effective solution for immediate decontamination. Warfighters are unable to conduct sustained operations in CBRNE hazard environments. Exposure risks ar...

• Decon7 Systems patented D7-DF200 formula effectively neutralizes fentanyl

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  SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Decon7 Systems, a veteran-owned chemical defense company that develops and manufactures tactical decontamination solutions for military, public safety, and security professional...

• Smiths Detection Inc. honors Somerset County Sheriff's Office at Main Sheriff's Association Annual Conference

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  ROCKPORT, Maine – Smiths Detection Inc. (SDI) presented the Somerset County Sheriff's Office on Thursday, March 30th, with a Pioneer Award at the Maine Sheriffs' Association's Annual Banquet and Aw...

• Presumptive narcotic field testing evolves with TacticID handheld ID instruments

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  Newark, Del. — B&W Tek, an advanced instrumentation company that delivers lab quality Raman spectroscopy solutions through user-friendly mobile platforms, is proud to be setting precedents with ins...