Updates

Tiburon Awarded Contract to Provide Records Management System (RMS) to Nebraska State Patrol

The new system will allow the State Patrol to consolidate and automate incident information that is currently kept in disparate databases or in paper files, thus providing more effective processing of records and criminal investigations.

Judge Orders Removal of TASER Electronic Control Device Reference From Three Death Certificates in Akron

The Summit County (Ohio) medical examiner is required to change autopsy findings to remove all references to the TASER electronic-control device as a contributing cause of death in the three cases affected.

Smiths Detection's Portable Gas and Vapor Detector Acquired by Yonkers Fire Department for Pope's Recent Visit

Smiths advanced hand-held HGVI (Hazardous Gas & Vapor Identifier) system provides emergency-response workers with a reliable, cutting-edge device that quickly, safely, and accurately identifies unknown vapors and gases.

Axsys Technologies Receives New $13.5 Million Order for Thermal Weapon Sight Lenses

"This new order solidifies Axsys' position as the premier supplier of infrared lenses for the Thermal Weapons Sight, one of the U.S. military's most important infrared programs," said Scott B. Conner, President & COO of Axsys Technologies.

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Launches Employee Screening Pilot Programs at Seven Airports

This pilot program focuses on different elements at each airport and ranges from 100 percent physical employee and vehicle screening to evaluations for biometric access controls.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security CEDAP Program Awarded $5.9 Million to Ahura Scientific, Inc.

The DHS Commercial Equipment Direct Assistance Program (CEDAP) funds the equipment and training needed by smaller communities across the nation to help prevent, deter, and respond to terrorist attacks.

New Pan Flu Exercise and Training Services From Texas A&M and Simulation Education Services (SES)

The two programs offered are a Pandemic Flu Desktop Exercise Services Set and a Public Health and Hospital Continuity-of-Operations Exercise and Training Services Set.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Offers Advice on Wi-Fi Security

This article provides helpful tips on how to protect yourself and your computer from hackers when using a public Wi-Fi network.

ICx Technologies Awarded $4.8 Million for FIDO

FIDO is an advanced, ultra-sensitive explosives sensor possessing sensitivity levels comparable to those of specially trained canines, which remain the "gold standard" for bomb detection.

New D Series from Falcon Deadbolt Locks Provides Enhanced Security and Easy Installation

The new D Series deadbolt locks, from Falcon, will secure virtually any commercial door. Fitted with interchangeable cores or conventional cylinders, the locks can be adapted to most manufacturers' key systems.