Updates

Environics Announces the ChemProTM100 Personal CWA (Chemical Warfare Agent) & TIC (Toxic Industrial Chemical) Detector

The ChemProTM100, a handheld detector for the field detection and classification of CWAs & selected TICs, provides industry-leading sensitivity and false-alarm rejection capabilities in the most user-friendly and low-maintenance package in its class.

FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) Announces Release of Final Comprehensive Preparedness Guide (CPG) 101

CPG 101 completes the requirements of HSPD-8, Annex I, to develop a "national integrated planning system." Combined with the Integrated Planning System (IPS) guidance provided by the Department of Homeland Security, the vision of a vertically integrated planning system providing for a consistent planning process across all levels of government is realized.

Harris Corporation to Acquire Tyco Electronics Wireless Systems, Creating a Leading Provider of Wireless Communication Networks in Land Mobile Radio Systems Market

The combination of RF Communications and Wireless Systems creates a powerful supplier in the global land mobile radio systems market and provides complete end-to-end infrastructure solutions, including IP-based voice and data networks, that support multiple platforms and provide interoperability among disparate systems.

VeriChip Corporation Announces Sales of VeriTrace System to Two New Jersey Counties

The VeriTrace system is designed to assist state and federal agencies in the management of emergency situations and disaster recovery through use of implantable RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification) technology.

Idaho Technology Issues License to Thermo Fisher Scientific

"Idaho Technology is pleased to extend this license to Thermo Fisher Scientific," said Randy Rasmussen, president of Idaho Technology. "Our SYBR intellectual property has helped expand applications in molecular biology with the use of real time PCR products providing powerful tools for licensed partners."

Radiation Safety Expert Launches Web Site For Emergency Responders

Radiological emergency safety expert John Darrin has launched a new web site today to provide resources for emergency responders to radiological events such as terrorist attacks and nuclear power plant accidents.

Washington State Deploys Crisis Management System to Protect all Public K-12 Schools

The Washington Association of Sheriffs & Police Chiefs (WASPC) announced that the statewide Critical Incident Planning and Mapping System (CIPMS) is now protecting nearly 2,000 public K-12 schools in the State of Washington, and is also protecting 18 of the state's 35 community colleges.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Announces Ready Classroom, Which Teaches Emergency Preparedness Nationwide

Ready Classroom will provide elementary and middle-school teachers with the resources needed to integrate natural-disaster preparedness information into their curricula. The program is an extension of Ready Kids, a nationwide effort designed to encourage children and families to take action and prepare for emergencies.

RAE Systems Ships Wireless Gas and Radiation Detection Units to Middle East

AreaRAE Rapid Deployment chemical and radiological threat-detection kits provide real-time, life-critical information about toxic, combustible, and radiological threats. When combined with the LifeShirt, incident commanders will know the status of their personnel as well.

Bruker Daltronics Announces the Addition of Rob Zaremski as Senior Sales Manager for the Safety and Security Markets

Zaremski brings over 15 years experience of integrating safety and security technologies to the Fire, Rescue, EMS, Police, Industrial Safety, and Mine Rescue markets.