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FirstGard Foldable Cone for Portable Road Safety
Designed for law enforcement, the FirstGard Foldable Traffic Cone delivers rapid deployment, high visibility, and rugged durability—all in an ultra-compact form. Folding down to just 1.5” wide, it saves trunk space and allows officers to carry more cones in the field. Built from high-density polyethylene with rubber feet for stability, it withstands harsh weather and rough roadside conditions. Its superior reflectivity, up to twice that of standard cones, ensures visibility during low-light operations. Weighing only 4 lbs, with molded handles and a fill port for optional added weight, FirstGard is mission-ready when seconds matter and reliability can’t be compromised.
At PSS, our purpose is simple but vital: we make travel safer. Every product we design serves that mission by protecting workers, pedestrians, and first responders in the most critical moments. With decades of experience and a deep commitment to innovation, we provide dependable road response equipment and ADA-compliant solutions that meet the highest safety standards.
Now gaining traction with departments across the country, the FirstGard™ Foldable Traffic Cone offers a smarter, more compact solution for roadside safety. Designed with input from first responders, it stores easily in patrol vehicles and deploys in seconds to establish quick, visible perimeters. FirstGard™ complements our full range of safety solutions, from high-visibility traffic control devices to ADA-compliant pedestrian access tools—all built to help agencies respond confidently and protect lives on the road.
Body Armor Panel
Building on the trusted performance of EnGarde’s MT-PRO panel, the MT-PRO-GEN7 sets a new standard in personal safety. This upgraded model offers advancements in thinness, flexibility, and ballistic resistance, delivering protection without sacrificing comfort or discretion. Measuring just 8 mm, it weighs only 4.8 kg/m². Despite its reduced size and weight, it is engineered to provide robust NIJ .06 Level IIIA protection, including against special rounds like 9 mm Ranger SXT, 7.62×25 mm Tokarev, and 5.7×28 mm SS197. Additionally, it delivers superior knife resistance, effectively stopping the P1 knife (15 Joules, <20 mm) and the S1 knife (15 Joules, <1 mm).
Emergency Communications Monitoring
GUGLI, a California-based innovator in wireless telecommunications, has introduced a breakthrough in monitoring emergency responder radio systems (ERRCs), private wireless networks, and cellular systems within buildings. This AI-powered technology offers continuous monitoring, enhancing safety, connectivity, and emergency response capabilities. The system provides real-time oversight of antennas and passive components, supports modular installation, and is compatible with various platforms. It also monitors environmental factors like humidity, temperature, seismic activity, and gunshots. This proactive approach ensures reliable communication for first responders, enabling faster and more precise emergency navigation, enhancing first responder safety, streamlining operations, and saving lives. The technology is applicable across diverse settings.
Real-Time Vehicle Data
Genetec Inc., a global leader in physical security software, has integrated its AutoVu Cloudrunner vehicle-centric investigation system with the SaferWatch real-time alert platform. This integration enhances public safety by combining Cloudrunner’s advanced vehicle search capabilities with SaferWatch’s live communication tools. The result is a unified platform that improves situational awareness and enables faster, more coordinated responses to incidents involving vehicles of interest. Cloudrunner captures detailed vehicle data—including license plates, make, model, and driving behavior—regardless of lighting or weather conditions. This real-time data flow supports quicker, more informed decision-making. The combined solution is now available across North America.
Smarter Surveillance for Safer Schools
i-PRO Americas Inc. announces a new integration between its BWC4000 Body- worn Camera and the VideoInsight Video Management System (VMS). This integration allows K–12 schools to live stream, record, manage, and review body-worn video and audio through a single, secure platform—enhancing safety and operational efficiency. Tailored specifically for school environments, the solution extends video coverage beyond fixed cameras, enabling better coverage in areas like hallways, buses, playgrounds, and off- campus events. Footage from the BWC4000 is securely uploaded directly to the VideoInsight VMS, ensuring student privacy and legal compliance. This integration provides a cost-effective, scalable tool that enhances real-time situational awareness and streamlines investigations.
Wi-Fi 7 Access Point
EnGenius Technologies Inc., a global leader in cloud-managed networking solutions, announces the release of the ECW520, a new Wi-Fi 7 access point. The ECW520 offers enterprise-grade wireless performance at a highly competitive cost, making next-generation connectivity more accessible to budget-conscious organizations. It delivers tri-band 2x2x2 performance with speeds up to 10.8 Gbps. It features advanced Wi-Fi 7 technologies such as 320 MHz and 240 MHz channel widths, 4096-QAM, multi-link operation, and multi-RU puncturing, which collectively enhance throughput, reduce latency, and improve spectrum efficiency. The device also includes a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port with PoE+ support and maintains backward compatibility with older Wi-Fi standards.
Medical Backpack
Tasmanian Tiger offers the TT First Responder Move On MKIII backpack system. Designed for tactical operators and first responders, this modular pack offers a two-in-one configuration: a large main backpack and a detachable front pack that can be used independently. With a total capacity of 40 liters, it is built for operational flexibility and comfort, featuring a padded back carrying system and detachable shoulder straps for quick reconfiguration. The interior includes hook-and-loop dividers, transparent pouches, and panels for medical or mission-specific gear. Constructed from durable Cordura 700 Denier (Multicam 500 Denier), the pack weighs 9 lbs and measures 21.25 x 12 x 9.5 inches.
AI-Enhanced Records and Dispatch
Motorola Solutions has expanded capabilities for its public safety AI, Assist, which is now accessible to more roles—from dispatchers to investigators. A key highlight is the complimentary starter edition of Assist Chat, a secure, CJIS-compliant AI assistant that connects users conversationally to agency data, procedures, and case history. Integrated into CAD and records systems, Assist can interpret real-time radio transcripts and metadata to streamline incident response. In records management, it helps officers refine reports using incident data. Also, investigators can use it to map crime-related vehicle movements. Agencies retain full control of their data. It also supports policy improvement by analyzing user queries and industry trends.
Narcotics Detection Tools
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers the TruNarc Delta Handheld Narcotics Analyzer within the United States and the TruNarc Tau Handheld Narcotics Analyzer outside the United States. These advanced tools are designed to help law enforcement combat the growing threat of illicit drugs. These touchless, user-friendly devices can identify over 1,200 substances—including opioids, stimulants, hallucinogens, and analgesics—even in low concentrations or mixed forms, within seconds. These analyzers allow police to test substances from a safe distance, reducing exposure risks and enhancing field safety. Features include a modernized design, improved interface, and faster performance. They also include automated recordkeeping with time-stamped scan data to support legal documentation and prosecution.
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