Smiths Detection has received an order from the State of Florida for 15 of its GasID portable gas and vapor chemical identifiers to help strengthen its first responder capabilities.
The units will be distributed to county and city HAZMAT teams across Florida, enhancing local response capabilities and expanding the network of more than a dozen GasID units already in use throughout the state.
Randolph K. Jordan, Assistant Chief of the City of Fort Myers Fire Department said: “The inclusion of this technology in our equipment cache will greatly enhance each team’s ability to detect and identify unknown gases and vapors. With this purchase we have added to the capabilities necessary to protect our State and help ensure a safe environment for our citizens and visitors.”
GasID is a ruggedized portable system that identifies suspect gases and vapors in minutes, giving HAZMAT response teams critical information about the presence of potential dangers. GasID also operates in extreme conditions, including intense heat and humidity.
Lance Roncalli, Smiths Detection’s Managing Director and Vice President of Sales, Americas, said: “First responders choose GasID because it rapidly provides critical information about threats, strengthening their ability to make informed decisions on how to best protect themselves and any community at risk. The technology, backed by Smiths Detection’s globally-recognized commitment to training and service, provides an excellent overall value for our customers.”
Customers also receive Smiths Detection’s ReachBackID™ support which gives 24/7/365 access to an elite group of technical experts.
Smiths Detection designs and makes advanced solutions to detect and identify threats including explosives, chemical agents, biohazards, nuclear, radiation, narcotics, weapons and contraband. A market leader worldwide in providing layered security technologies, Smiths Detection has major plants in three U.S. states. It partners federal and state government agencies and first responders to strengthen homeland security and safeguard the military. Major customers include the Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS). It is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in the practical application of advanced technologies. Smiths Group employs around 23,000 people, including more than 9,000 in the U.S. where it operates around 100 sites in 40 states.