Updates

Raytheon Develops Advanced Concrete-Breaking Technology for Urban Search and Rescue

The Controlled Impact Rescue Tool, or CIRT, uses shock waves to pulverize concrete, which enables rescue workers to remove the material more quickly than is possible by using existing techniques.

Charlotte Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Implements NC4's E Team for Dual-State Coordination

NC4 announced that the Charlotte Urban Area Security Initiative has implemented nine stand-alone E Team systems to enhance emergency preparedness throughout the region.

Northcentral University Call for Papers: Global Border Security Conference and Technology Expo

White Papers are invited to be submitted for two different categories: one for working professionals in academics, industry, and law-enforcement and military professionals; and the second for college students under the age of 25.

Ivy Tech Community College to Host Southwest Indiana Law Enforcement Academy

"This partnership will serve as a recruitment tool, and it will emphasize the important role education plays in developing successful law-enforcement officers," said Evansville Police Chief Brad Hill.

Ahura Scientific Featured in Senate Hearing Showcasing Counter-WMD Capabilities

The FirstDefender, a system designed for use by first responders, homeland security, military, law enforcement and forensic chemistry personnel, was demonstrated in front of the Senate Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities.

Innovative Biosensors, Inc. and Universal Detection Technology Partner on Biological Detection and Identification Systems for Environmental Monitoring

Two bio-monitoring technology producers have come together to address the market need for biothreat detectors for clients dependent on accurate, rapid environmental assessments.

Hi-Tech Solutions (HTS) Announces Mobile License Plate Recognition System for Special Events and Urban Situations Requiring Maximum Security

Hi-Tech Solutions Ltd. announced a new mobile version of its vision-based License Plate Recognition (LPR) system, SeeCar, to serve law-enforcement, homeland-security, and intelligence agencies.

TSA Names Douglas Hofsass as General Manager for Commercial Airports Security Division

TSA's commercial airports division enhances security by working collaboratively with airport-industry stakeholders to develop efficient and effective policies and programs for the nation's airports.

The U.S. Fire Administration Releases New Emergency Incident Rehabilitation Manual for Firefighters and Other Emergency Responders

This revised manual examines critical topics - including operational issues, human physiology, weather issues, & technology - related to emergency incident rehabilitation, & also addresses ways to better protect firefighters & other emergency responders.

MDI Security Systems Launches New PointGuard Xtreme IP-Based Access Control Solution

The new PointGuard Xtreme is a cost-effective and scalable system designed in partnership with security dealers and IT integrators to meet universal requirements and security budgets for organizations of all sizes.