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Alexeter Announces Defender Reader: Hand-Held Biological Warfare Agent Detection

Alexeter Technologies, supplier of rapid biological detection &entification solutions, has taken the next logical step: introducing the Defender™ Reader, giving field-portable capabilities to HAZMAT and security agencies.

Truly hand-held, the Defender is field-ready instrument capable ofentifying 8 biological warfare agents, there are more to come. Self-calibrating, the Defender is ready for use 30 seconds after you take it out of its case.

The Defender boasts improved sensitivity in this smaller package. Connectivity is near-universal with dual-wireless capabilities 802.11b, Bluetooth® and USB interface. The Defender connects seamlessly to any network, including the Internet, allowing secure data transmission for technical support and documentation. Whenever you need help, Alexeter’s Technical support team can view your results, assisting you in near real-time with any issue, 24/7.

Defender’s intuitive Bio-Command™ software and high resolution color screen set a new standard for ease-of-use, including a tutorial and step-by-step screens to lead you through setup, sampling,entification and the next steps.

Utilizing the industry-standard Windows Mobile™ operating system and Alexeter’s Defender Bio-Command software, the Defender runs on advanced lithium-ion batteries or line power. First results are available in 18 minutes, 8 tests can be run in parallel in 39 minutes. The Defender’s throughput is 20 tests per hour.

Defender Highlights:

  • Biological agents detected: Anthrax, ricin, botulinum toxin (A and B), staphylococcal enterotoxin B, plague, tularemia, brucella and orthopox.
  • Weight: 1.5 pounds
  • Platform: Fully integrated iPAQ™ computer with Windows Mobile™ operating system.

Contact: Tom Fryzel Alexeter TechnologiesPhone: (877) 591-5571