Smiths Detection’s newly launched TRACE-PRO is described by the defence product company as a non-radioactive, hand-held explosive threat detector. It now has the additional capability to detect and identify TATP (Triacetone Triperoxide). This was the explosive substance used in the terrorist attack in Brussels in March 2016. This will enable users of TRACE-PRO to identify traces of TATP and aid covert operations or security operators to screen people, objects and materials, the product firm says.
Shan Hood, Vice President, Products & Technology, Smiths Detection said: “We are very proud to announce the addition of TATP detection capability to TRACE-PRO. This has been a priority for our customers. Due to its chemical makeup, TATP can be difficult to detect and TRACE-PRO now provides an easy to use solution to identify this challenging substance. Since TRACE-PRO’s launch in November 2015 we have seen considerable interest in customers wanting to use this advanced technology for a wide range of applications, including the military, police, airports and hotels.”
As a detector for identification and evidence collection of common explosives the product can deliver a result in less than ten seconds, it is claimed. Swabs can be taken from people, objects and materials and a in-built camera and GPS aid evidence collection – allowing the user to record and store data in the immediate location of the suspect substance.
TRACE-PRO is suited it is claimd to a variety of sites with its ruggedised exterior. It is ergonomically designed, weighs 1.7 kg and can be powered by AA commercial batteries. It offers intuitive software and provides a low cost of ownership the firm claims through its re-usable swabs and basic maintenance requirements. Visit http://www.smithsdetection.com.
