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FirstDefender SC - Militarized Chemical Identification System Optimized to Meet the Needs of First Responders
WILMINGTON, MA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- May 31, 2005 -- Ahura Corporation, in collaboration with opinion leaders in the first responder community, announced the new FirstDefender SC, a second generation of their breakthrough FirstDefender product line optimized to meet the needs of first responders. The First Defender SC is a rugged handheld instrument for the identification of unknown liquids and solids.
The rapid identification of potentially hazardous materials including toxic industrial chemicals (TICs), toxic industrial materials (TIMs), explosives, and narcotics is becoming increasing critical to civilian first responders. The First Defender SC has been engineered with these first responders in mind. This system is designed to the rigorous requirements of the military and optimized to the needs of civilian first responders. It is entirely self-contained, rugged, lightweight, and easy to use. It is the only truly handheld and rugged instrument for on-site identification of unknown solids and liquids by first responders.
The FirstDefender SC sets the standard for accuracy, ruggedness and usability. It can be counted on to deliver reliable results in all weather conditions and environments. Weighing less than 4 lbs, it is easy to use while wearing Level A gear. It requires no calibration or consumables and is ready to use within seconds of turn-on.
The FirstDefender SC system has taken high resolution Raman spectroscopy and optimized it for civilian use in the field.
- Handheld, accurate, reliable and instantaneous
- Rugged, waterproof, full outdoor temperature range
- Point and shoot does not require any sample prep and does not touch sample
- Effective through plastic and colored glass
- Chemometric algorithm for mixture analysis
- 24/7 technical support
Addressing the needs of the first responder community, Dr. Daryoosh Vakhshoori, Founder and CEO, said, "First responders face unknown hazards and put their lives on the line in service to the community. They require their systems to be tough, reliable, accurate and RIGHT in all weather scenarios. The First Defender SC offers rugged, handheld chemical identification: When you need it, Where you need it, Instantly. Soldiers count of the First Defender for its reliable and accurate operation in all environments, you should too."
About Ahura Scientific, Inc.
Ahura Scientific, Inc. develops rugged, ultra-compact, field-enabled optical systems for the immediate identification and authentication of liquid and solid chemical substances. Customers include the homeland security, life sciences, industrial and medical markets. Manufactured in the USA in an ISO 9001-certified facility, the company’s products offer exceptional portability and unparalleled performance.
More information at www.ahurascientific.com.
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