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Case Studies
Case Study: Identifying Smuggled Khat
Suspicious of a possible drug shipment, officers ran the samples in the MX908 Drug Hunter Mission Mode which returned multiple alarms for cathinone, an active drug substance in khat.
Aerosolized Fentanyl During Decontamination
Download this case study on Canadian Decon Solutions’ encounter with fentanyl in a vehicle and how the MX908 with Aero provided real-time intel at the point of need.
Analysis Comparison of Fentanyl
Read how the sensitivity of MX908 enables the identification of fentanyl and its analogues down to 0.1%, even in a complex mixture.
Mission Briefs
Podcasts
A Brief History of Field Technology
The guys introduce themselves and give a brief history of how laboratory technology has evolved for field use since the early 2000’s.
Anthrax vs Fentanyl
Get some perspectives on how the “white powder” call has changed dramatically from the anthrax attacks of October 2001 to the synthetic opioid epidemic of more recent years.
Figures of Merit
On the nerdiest show so far, learn some of the scientific terms used to define the performance of analytical technologies and how they apply to the meters you use in the field.
What Category is Your Meter
Dave leads a discussion on the categories of technologies defined by SWGDRUG and how those categories can apply to using your meters together in the field.
Infrared Spectroscopy
In the first of a 3-part technology series, Mark leads a discussion on the basics of infrared spectroscopy and the enabling factors that made this powerful lab technique useful for emergency responders.
Raman Spectroscopy
In the second of a 3-part technology series, Dr. Christopher D. Brown joins the show to discuss field Raman meters, and you’ll learn some tips for measuring solid mixtures effectively and explosive materials safely.
Mass Spectrometry and IMS
In the final of a 3-part technology series, Dr. Chris Weber joins the gang as a member of F.A.S.T. to discuss mass spectrometry, GC-MS, and IMS, and the implications for field use by emergency responders.
Published Articles
Specification Sheets
MX908 Specifications for Priority Drugs
With the enhanced selectivity of HPMS, users can conduct field analysis of unknown substances at trace levels to generate actionable intelligence in real time.
MX908 Specifications for Corrections
MX908 provides trace identification (nanogram/invisible level) of many drugs commonly smuggled into corrections facilities.
Tech Notes
Multi-Mission Threat Detection with Handheld HPMS
Next-Generation Handheld High-Pressure Mass Spectrometry
Analysis of Fentanyl and Its Analogs with a Handheld API Mass Spectrometer and In-Source CID
Aerosol Detection and Identification with MX908
Read this tech note full of field test data to understand how the MX908 with Aero works when detecting
aerosolized chemicals.
Testimonials
A Conversation with Michael Gray about Counterfeit Pills
Michael Gray is the CEO of Actus Analytical, Inc., which develops spectroscopy solutions for public safety. Michael and his wife, Nancy, founded The Actus Foundation in 2018, shortly after the death of their daughter, Amanda, who was killed by a poisoning of straight fentanyl at the age of 24.
A Conversation with Christina Baxter about Fentanyl
Dr. Christina Baxter is the CEO of Emergency Response TIPS, LLC and a partner in Hazard3, LLC which provides practical, evidence-based solutions for emergency response.
A Conversation with Patrick Glynn about Opioids and Officer Safety
Lieutenant Detective Patrick Glynn, a 36-year veteran of the Quincy, Massachusetts Police Department, is Commander of The Special Investigations and Narcotics Units, and is the director of the South Shore Drug Task Force.
Conversations with Patrick Glynn, Christina Baxter, and Michael Gray
A trio of industry experts shares their perspectives on the MX908.
Videos
MX Files – Episode 2: Destruction of Evidence
Watch this episode of the MX Files to see how the MX908 identified trace levels of residue left from drug evidence before it was destroyed.
MX908 Product Video
MX Files – Episode 1 – Aerosolized Fentanyl
Join us for this episode of the MX Files featuring Canadian Decon Solutions and a story about an encounter with fentanyl.
Benefits of the MX908 with Aero
Analysis Comparison of Fentanyl
MX908 Demo
Startup and Vapor Mode Demo
Trace Sampling Demo
Mission Mode Intro
MX908 with Aero
Webinars
Trace Identification of Fentanyl, Synthetic Cathinones, and Other Drugs in Corrections
Watch this on demand webinar to learn more about the challenges associated with the increased presence of drugs and how to protect officers and inmates from potential exposures.
Current Trends in Counterfeit Pills
Watch this on demand webinar as we discuss the importance of identifying controlled substances in the field due to the rise of high potency counterfeit pills.
Expert Roundtable: Trends in Illicit Drug Identification
Learn from a panel of law enforcement experts as they discuss challenges in keeping pace with an evolving drug landscape, and how they use new technology to detect and identify drugs in the field.
The Modern Day Challenges of Law Enforcement in Drug Detection
Presented by Patrick Glynn, Detective Lieutenant, Drug Control Unit, Quincy Police Department
Fentanyl: A Paradigm Shift in Drug Death
Presented by Michael Gray, Chairman, Fentanyl Awareness Coalition
When Two Worlds Collide – The Nexus Between Drugs and Terrorism
Presented by Dr. Christina Baxter, CEO, Emergency Response TIPS
Maine Drug Enforcement Agency Deployment of MX908
Presented by the Roy E. McKinney, Chief, Maine Drug Enforcement and Scott J. Pelletier, Commander, Maine Drug Enforcement
Current Trends in Counterfeit Pills
DEA Narcos – How We Took Down Pablo Escobar
Asset Forfeiture
Synthetic and Emerging Drug Trends
Aerosol Hazard Management 101
Panel Discussion: The Emerging Threat Landscape
The Expanding Value of Technology in Investigations and Court
White Papers
Using MX908 in Investigations and Court
Users can conduct field analysis of unknown substances at trace levels to generate actionable intelligence in real time to assess threat levels, establish probable cause, and prioritize investigatory resources accordingly, all while reducing operator exposure.
Trace Detection in the Field Expedites Prosecution
Mass spectrometry is classified as a Category A technique by the Scientific Working Group on Seized Drug Analysis (SWGDRG) and ASTM 2329-17 and has been admissible in court for more than 50 years. Download to read more.
Aerosol Hazard Management 101
Read this white paper to learn more about the hazard posed by aerosolized chemicals. You will learn about aerosols and their properties and how to successfully address them in the field.
A New Approach to Trace Detection
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