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The document discusses the challenges of identifying toxic gases, particularly due to interference from atmospheric components like water vapor and carbon dioxide, which are prevalent in the environment and can obscure spectral data. Traditional FT-IR methods struggle with these interferences, but the XplorIR® handheld device overcomes this limitation through advanced data processing algorithms, including Adaptive Atmospheric Correction and Intelligent Subspace Scaling. These techniques allow XplorIR to accurately identify toxic gases at low concentrations, even in the presence of water vapor and CO2, with high confidence levels. The device can identify a wide range of gases, including ammonia, sulfur dioxide, and hydrogen cyanide, with exceptional accuracy at operationally relevant concentrations. Extensive testing confirms the XplorIR’s ability to detect gases reliably, with minimal false negatives and no false positives, making it a crucial tool for emergency responders. Overall, XplorIR enhances the safety and efficiency of hazardous material detection in the field. 

[post_title] => Infrared Gas Identification in Any Condition: Adaptive Atmospheric Correction of the XplorIR [post_excerpt] => Learn how XplorIR achieves accurate gas sample identification. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => infrared-gas-identification-xplorir [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:13:31 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:13:31 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24666 [menu_order] => 18 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [1] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24662 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2024-06-14 09:24:16 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-06-14 13:24:16 [post_content] =>

In emergency response and hazmat situations, it's important to distinguish between a device's "limit of detection" (LOD) and "limit of identification" (LOI), as these terms refer to different performance metrics. While LOD indicates the lowest concentration at which a device can detect the presence of a substance, LOI refers to the lowest concentration at which a device can accurately identify a chemical by matching it to reference data. Factors like the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), operational conditions, and the chemical properties of the substance affect the LOI. The XplorIR®, for example, uses Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy and has two operational modes—Point Mode and Continuous Mode—both optimized for field conditions. LOI values are typically higher than LOD values and depend on factors such as humidity and the presence of interferents like CO2 or water vapor. Ultimately, understanding these metrics, including how mixed products and field conditions impact identification, is crucial for responders when evaluating device performance.

[post_title] => Understanding Limits of Identification of the XplorIR [post_excerpt] => XplorIR's Limit of Identification can be determined for a given meter and chemical product under specific operational conditions. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => understanding-limit-of-identification-of-the-xplorir [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:41:09 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:41:09 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24662 [menu_order] => 27 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [2] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 823 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2018-02-05 18:31:28 [post_date_gmt] => 2018-02-05 23:31:28 [post_content] =>

The MX908™ handheld high-pressure mass spectrometer is a cutting-edge device designed for effective threat detection across a wide range of target materials, including explosives, chemical warfare agents (CWAs), and drugs of abuse. It features a fast-switching dual-polarity ionization source and swappable front-end modules, enabling both real-time vapor monitoring at low ppb levels and thermal desorption of solid and liquid samples at nanogram levels. The instrument operates at higher pressures, eliminating the need for bulky, power-hungry vacuum pumps, and provides rapid sample-to-result times of about 30 seconds. Specialized mission modes, such as CW Hunter and Drug Hunter, optimize the device for detecting specific threats with high sensitivity and accuracy. The MX908 offers trace detection in both vapor and thermal desorption modes, with limits of detection in the low ppb and nanogram ranges, making it a versatile and efficient tool for real-time threat analysis.

[post_title] => Multi-Mission Threat Detection with Handheld HPMS [post_excerpt] => Download this tech note to learn more about how MX908 utilizes high pressure mass spec. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => mx908-tech-note-2-0-multi-mission-threat-detection-handheld-high-pressure-mass-spectrometry [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:37:35 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:37:35 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/resource/mx908-tech-note-2-0-multi-mission-threat-detection-handheld-high-pressure-mass-spectrometry/ [menu_order] => 114 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [3] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 758 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2017-04-04 19:09:53 [post_date_gmt] => 2017-04-04 23:09:53 [post_content] =>

The document discusses the development of a handheld high-pressure mass spectrometry (HPMS) platform, specifically the MX908, designed for use in field applications by military, law enforcement, and first responders. The device uses a fast-switching dual-polarity APCI (Atmospheric Pressure Chemical Ionization) source, enabling it to perform trace detection in both vapor and thermal desorption modes, with detection limits down to parts-per-billion (ppbv) in vapor mode and nanogram levels on swabs. The MX908 can analyze a wide range of threats, including explosives, narcotics, chemical warfare agents, and relevant precursors, all from a single sample. Its ability to operate at higher pressures (up to 10 Torr) eliminates the need for costly and bulky vacuum pumps, making it more portable and power-efficient. The system is capable of rapid analysis with a broad mass range (m/z ~50-550) and can detect multiple targets without switching samples or polarities. Key applications include the detection of drugs, explosives like PETN and RDX, and toxic chemicals such as sarin and VX, with further refinement and field testing underway.

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This work explores the use of a handheld mass spectrometer for detecting fentanyl and its analogs, with a focus on optimizing in-source CID (collision-induced dissociation) for high sensitivity and selectivity, even in the presence of cutting agents. The system employs a low-pressure ion trap, dual-polarity corona discharge ionization, and thermal desorption for real-time vapor analysis, enabling detection of low-volatility substances like opioids. The study demonstrates that the system provides nanogram sensitivity, strong selectivity, and the ability to identify unknown fentanyl analogs through predictive fragmentation patterns. Additionally, the system showed superior performance compared to traditional optical methods in the analysis of contaminated fentanyl samples, achieving detection limits in the sub-100 ng range. The algorithm used in the mass spectrometer effectively identifies a wide range of fentanyl analogs based on mass spectral dissociation patterns. Overall, the handheld device proves to be a versatile tool for opioid detection and other applications.

[post_title] => Analysis of Fentanyl and Its Analogs with a Handheld API Mass Spectrometer and In-Source CID [post_excerpt] => In this work we report on the results of optimization of an insource CID sequence and subsequent characterization of the handheld API mass spectrometer/algorithm performance for the analysis of both neat and heavily cut samples containing various fentanyl analogs. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => mx908-tech-note-3-0-analysis-of-fentanyl-and-its-analogs-with-a-handheld-api-mass-spectrometer-and-in-source-cid [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:23:09 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:23:09 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/resource/mx908-tech-note-3-0-analysis-of-fentanyl-and-its-analogs-with-a-handheld-api-mass-spectrometer-and-in-source-cid/ [menu_order] => 142 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [5] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 1192 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2021-05-07 19:26:49 [post_date_gmt] => 2021-05-07 23:26:49 [post_content] =>

The Aero attachment for the MX908 is designed for aerosol detection and identification, including chemical warfare agents and fentanyl analogs, by analyzing both vapor-phase and aerosolized particles. It captures particulate matter on a screen, which is then flash-heated for analysis by a miniaturized mass spectrometer, similar to thermal desorption techniques. The system is capable of trapping more than 80% of particles larger than 2.5 microns in diameter, ensuring effective detection of aerosols in dynamic, real-world environments. Testing under controlled and field conditions, including exposure to hazardous materials like Novichok nerve agents and fentanyl, demonstrated the Aero’s ability to detect aerosols at concentrations as low as 0.01 mg/m3. This makes the Aero a crucial tool for detecting a wide range of aerosolized threats, with minimal down-time and no need for user intervention.

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The document discusses the challenges of identifying toxic gases, particularly due to interference from atmospheric components like water vapor and carbon dioxide, which are prevalent in the environment and can obscure spectral data. Traditional FT-IR methods struggle with these interferences, but the XplorIR® handheld device overcomes this limitation through advanced data processing algorithms, including Adaptive Atmospheric Correction and Intelligent Subspace Scaling. These techniques allow XplorIR to accurately identify toxic gases at low concentrations, even in the presence of water vapor and CO2, with high confidence levels. The device can identify a wide range of gases, including ammonia, sulfur dioxide, and hydrogen cyanide, with exceptional accuracy at operationally relevant concentrations. Extensive testing confirms the XplorIR’s ability to detect gases reliably, with minimal false negatives and no false positives, making it a crucial tool for emergency responders. Overall, XplorIR enhances the safety and efficiency of hazardous material detection in the field. 

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Watch a dialogue about the current emerging chemical threats and the solutions that FTIR technology provides in response; featuring Dr. Christina Baxter, CEO of Emergency Response TIPS.

In April 2024, 908 Devices acquired RedWave Technology, a leading provider of portable FTIR spectroscopic analyzers for rapid chemical identification of bulk substances.

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[post_title] => The Pivotal Role of FTIR in Hazmat/Emergency Response [post_excerpt] => This webinar discussion highlights current emerging chemical threats and the solutions that FTIR technology provides in response. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => the-pivitol-role-of-ftir-in-hazmat-emergency-response [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:06:49 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:06:49 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24656 [menu_order] => 1 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [1] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24646 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2024-06-14 09:24:14 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-06-14 13:24:14 [post_content] =>

This webinar offers an in-depth look at the role of FTIR technology in accidental industrial chemical releases, featuring Dr. Christina Baxter, CEO of Emergency Response TIPS, and Dr. John Seelenbinder of 908 Devices. The discussion will focus on high-concern TICs, PBAs as weapons, 4th generation agents, and biological threats. While FTIR is a well-known solution for identifying powders and liquids, 908 Devices now provides a solution for the challenges responders face in gas identification. The ThreatID can measure over 5,600 gases at low concentrations and over 23,000 powders and liquids, with an easy transfer between modules.

In April 2024, 908 Devices acquired RedWave Technology, a leading provider of portable FTIR spectroscopic analyzers for rapid chemical identification of bulk substances.

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908 Devices was featured on The HazMat Guys Podcast to discuss how our technology has evolved along with the need to provide broad coverage of chemical warfare and pharmaceutical based agents. This podcast covers everything from our handheld MX908 with Aero module to the development of the new MX908 Beacon that provides remote area monitoring of aerosol and vapor chemical threats.

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[post_title] => The New MX908 Beacon for Area Monitoring [post_excerpt] => We recently caught up with The HazMat Guys Podcast to discuss what's new from 908 Devices for area monitoring missions. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => podcast-the-new-mx908-beacon-for-area-monitoring [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:11:42 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:11:42 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=22392 [menu_order] => 9 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [3] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24654 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2024-06-14 09:24:14 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-06-14 13:24:14 [post_content] =>

This webinar provides critical information on how innovative FTIR solutions are countering the threat of chemical suicides, featuring Dr. Christina Baxter of Emergency Response TIPS & Hazard3 and Dr. John Seelenbinder of 908 Devices.

In April 2024, 908 Devices acquired RedWave Technology, a leading provider of portable FTIR spectroscopic analyzers for rapid chemical identification of bulk substances.

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[post_title] => FTIR for Chemical Suicides - Responding to Emerging Threats [post_excerpt] => Dr. Christina Baxter of Emergency Response TIPS discusses how innovative FTIR solutions are countering the threat of chemical suicides. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => responding-to-chemical-suicides [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:11:52 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:11:52 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24654 [menu_order] => 10 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [4] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24647 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2024-06-14 09:24:15 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-06-14 13:24:15 [post_content] =>

Join industry experts as they discuss a groundbreaking FTIR technology designed to bridge the gap in the identification of gases for hazmat and CBRNe response. Most tools used by hazmat responders focus on real-time quantification of suspected gases without uniquely identifying them. The XplorIR addresses this issue with its ability to detect and identify gases in near real-time. This webinar also includes a comparison of the XplorIR to alternate methods of mass spectroscopy and colorimetric solutions.

In April 2024, 908 Devices acquired RedWave Technology, a leading provider of portable FTIR spectroscopic analyzers for rapid chemical identification of bulk substances.

Note: As of June 2024, the XplorIR Quantification Package is now available; offering real-time detection, identification, and quantification of nearly 5,000 gases and vapors in seconds.

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[post_title] => How FTIR is Filling the Gas Identification Gap [post_excerpt] => Industry experts discuss how FTIR technology is used to address gas identification in hazmat/CBRNe response. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => how-ftir-is-filling-the-gas-identification-gap [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:12:37 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:12:37 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24647 [menu_order] => 14 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [5] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24661 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2024-06-14 09:24:15 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-06-14 13:24:15 [post_content] =>

Listen to a dynamic panel of industry experts discuss the current methods for gas detection in hazmat/CBRNe applications.

In April 2024, 908 Devices acquired RedWave Technology, a leading provider of portable FTIR spectroscopic analyzers for rapid chemical identification of bulk substances.

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[post_title] => Transformative Impact of Gas Phase FTIR on Hazmat Operations [post_excerpt] => Listen to a panel discuss current methods for gas detection in the hazmat/CBRNe applications. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => transformative-impact-gas-phase-ftir-for-hazmat-operations [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:12:51 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:12:51 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24661 [menu_order] => 15 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [6] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24667 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2024-06-14 09:24:15 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-06-14 13:24:15 [post_content] =>

Listen as Dr. John Seelenbinder discusses with the Hazmat Guys how the XplorIR achieves accurate gas sample identification even with humidity and carbon dioxide interference.

In April 2024, 908 Devices acquired RedWave Technology, a leading provider of portable FTIR spectroscopic analyzers for rapid chemical identification of bulk substances.

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[post_title] => Adaptive Atmospheric Correction - XplorIR [post_excerpt] => Dr. John Seelenbinder discusses with the Hazmat Guys how the XplorIR achieves accurate gas sample identification, even with humidity and carbon dioxide interference. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => xplorir-adaptive-atmospheric-correction [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:13:04 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:13:04 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24667 [menu_order] => 16 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [7] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24645 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2024-06-14 09:24:15 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-06-14 13:24:15 [post_content] =>

Join us for a conversation with industry experts about real-world gas threats and the pivotal role of FTIR technology. Recent events and case studies of discussion include chemical suicides, accidental pesticide exposures, transportation accidents, and more. Our experts determine the top five chemicals causing acute injuries in the United States and address the challenges current detection meters face. Discover how the FTIR solution, XplorIR, is essential for identifying unknown gas threats beyond standard detection levels.

In April 2024, 908 Devices acquired RedWave Technology, a leading provider of portable FTIR spectroscopic analyzers for rapid chemical identification of bulk substances.

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[post_title] => Expert Panel Discussion - The Gas Threat Response [post_excerpt] => Learn about real-world gas threats, including chemical suicides, accidental pesticide exposures, and transportation accidents, and the pivotal role of FTIR technology. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => expert-roundtable-the-gas-threat-response [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:13:40 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:13:40 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24645 [menu_order] => 19 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [8] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24650 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2024-06-14 09:24:15 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-06-14 13:24:15 [post_content] =>

Listen as Lt. Brandon Gayle discusses with the Hazmat Guys the importance of knowing the identity and concentration of toxic gases. The Hazmat Guys present examples of chemical incidents to highlight current industry detection standards. Lt. Gayle shares insights on how the XplorIR enhances the capabilities of a PID, 4-Gas, and 5-Gas meters by providing precise and actionable gas identification.

In April 2024, 908 Devices acquired RedWave Technology, a leading provider of portable FTIR spectroscopic analyzers for rapid chemical identification of bulk substances.

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[post_title] => Traditional Air Monitoring and How FTIR Gas Identification is Changing the Game [post_excerpt] => Listen as Lt. Brandon Gayle discusses with the Hazmat Guys the importance of knowing the identity and concentration of toxic gases. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => ondemand-webinar-pid-and-ftir [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:14:39 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:14:39 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24650 [menu_order] => 21 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [9] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24669 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2024-06-14 09:24:16 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-06-14 13:24:16 [post_content] =>

Listen as Dr. John Seelenbinder discusses with the Hazmat Guys how the XplorIR now enables accurate identification of up to 6 gas components in-real time within complex mixtures.

In April 2024, 908 Devices acquired RedWave Technology, a leading provider of portable FTIR spectroscopic analyzers for rapid chemical identification of bulk substances.

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[post_title] => XplorIR's Gas Mixtures Analysis [post_excerpt] => Dr. John Seelenbinder discusses with the Hazmat Guys how the XplorIR now identifies up to 6 gas components in-real time within complex mixtures. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => xplorirs-gas-mixtures-analysis [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:34:05 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:34:05 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24669 [menu_order] => 28 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [10] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24475 [post_author] => 34 [post_date] => 2024-05-13 13:01:09 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-05-13 17:01:09 [post_content] =>

While the US is facing a severe synthetic opioid crisis, law enforcement is facing a trace identification problem. The outcome is a significant increase in overdose deaths related to fentanyl substances and their analogs. Transnational criminal organizations are exploiting the situation, especially in High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA), by introducing new synthetic psychoactive substances for substantial profits. Advanced trace-level identification technology is essential to combat this growing problem, as it surpasses mere detection capabilities.

Our panel of speakers describes how advanced trace-level identification technologies go beyond mere detection. The latest technology arms law enforcement and public safety agencies with new capabilities that can help disrupt and dismantle criminal organizations responsible for killing hundreds of thousands of Americans.

  • Learn about the latest advancements in trace-level identification technologies
  • Explore strategies for implementing these technologies through HIDTAs and beyond
  • HIDTA personnel
  • Partner agency law enforcement professionals
  • Public health officials
  • Policymakers
  • Forensic scientists
  • Substance abuse and mental health service providers
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[post_title] => Beyond Detection: The Imperative for Advanced Trace-Level Identification of Synthetic Opioids [post_excerpt] => This webinar explores strategies for implementing MX908 for HIDTA and Counterdrug initiatives. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => beyond-detection-the-imperative-for-advanced-trace-level-identification-of-synthetic-opioids [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-05-20 11:29:15 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-05-20 15:29:15 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24475 [menu_order] => 43 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [11] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 25649 [post_author] => 34 [post_date] => 2024-08-22 08:38:48 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-08-22 12:38:48 [post_content] =>

Discover how field chemical analysis is being revolutionized by the handheld and portable technologies from 908 Devices. XplorIR, ProtectIR, ThreatID, and MX908 will be highlighted in this webinar to demonstrate their quick, non-destructive chemical detection and analysis capabilities.

  • XplorIR: Quick identification and measurement of vapors and gases utilizing FTIR technology
  • ProtectIR: Rugged design for trustworthy chemical identification of liquids and large solids
  • ThreatID: Complete identification for liquids, gasses, and solids
  • MX908: High-performance, trace-level chemical identification that gives first responders real-time information
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[post_title] => Empowering Field Operations: Integrated Chemical Analysis [post_excerpt] => This webinar is designed for emergency response teams, defense personnel, and security professionals needing quick, accurate integrated chemical analysis. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => empowering-field-operations-integrated-chemical-analysis [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-17 12:06:59 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-17 16:06:59 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=25649 [menu_order] => 44 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [12] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 26356 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2024-11-15 14:18:18 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-11-15 19:18:18 [post_content] =>

This webinar introduces a cutting-edge solution for substance detection and identification in correctional facilities, combining the advanced capabilities of MX908 and MailSecur® technologies. As illicit substances continue to threaten the safety and security of these environments, the integration of these tools provides a powerful, comprehensive approach for law enforcement and corrections professionals.

RaySecur’s innovative terahertz (T-ray) imaging technology enables non-invasive detection of concealed substances within sealed mail and personal items, offering real-time visualization of potential threats. Complementing this capability, the MX908 employs high-pressure mass spectrometry (HPMS) for precise substance identification. Together, these technologies deliver a seamless process: identifying, localizing, and accurately characterizing threats to enable rapid response and effective containment.

This integrated system addresses critical challenges in correctional facilities by improving the speed and accuracy of substance detection and identification. It enhances safety protocols, reduces security risks, and streamlines operations, resulting in a safer environment for staff and inmates while optimizing resources and efficiency.

Designed for corrections officers, facility administrators, and law enforcement professionals, this webinar provides an in-depth exploration of the MX908-MailSecur system. Participants will gain valuable insights into its technical capabilities, operational workflows, and the strategic benefits of adopting this innovative solution to strengthen substance control measures.

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[post_title] => Improving Substance Detection and Identification in Correctional Facilities [post_excerpt] => Watch this webinar to learn more about MX908 for Corrections Screening and pairing with RaySecur's MailSecur system for robust narcotics identification in correctional facilities. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => improving-substance-detection-and-identification-in-correctional-facilities [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:27:22 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:27:22 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=26356 [menu_order] => 45 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [13] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 26616 [post_author] => 34 [post_date] => 2024-12-12 09:19:40 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-12-12 14:19:40 [post_content] =>

Join us for an insightful webinar featuring Phil Ambrose as he explores how advanced technologies like Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) and High Pressure Mass Spectrometry (HPMS) can simplify hazmat response operations. Moderated by Dr. Mark Norman, this discussion will cover everything from routine calls, such as carbon monoxide and odor detection, to more complex incidents involving multiple chemical substances.

Through real-world examples, you’ll learn how combining basic gas detectors with advanced tools can enhance your hazmat response capabilities. Whether you’re part of a first due engine company using essential gas detection equipment or a dedicated hazmat team with extensive resources, this session will demonstrate how integrating FTIR and HPMS into your protocols can accelerate decision-making and improve outcomes. Both recon operators and incident commanders will gain valuable insights into how these technologies can boost safety for responders, the public, and property during chemical incidents.

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[post_title] => Simplifying Everyday Hazmat Calls with Advanced Technology [post_excerpt] => From routine calls such as carbon monoxide and odor detection, to more complex incidents involving multiple chemical substances learn how hazmat response tools like XplorIR and MX908 allow responders to work smarter. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => simplifying-everyday-hazmat-calls-with-advanced-technology [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-05-27 11:35:16 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-05-27 15:35:16 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=26616 [menu_order] => 46 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [14] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 27222 [post_author] => 34 [post_date] => 2025-01-31 09:59:32 [post_date_gmt] => 2025-01-31 14:59:32 [post_content] =>

This webinar discusses the growing threat of nitazenes in the opioid crisis and how the MX908 can play a crucial role in detecting and addressing this emerging danger. It draws comparisons to the early fentanyl crisis, emphasizing the importance of proactive detection. The session focuses on optimizing MX908’s potential to aid law enforcement, forensic professionals, and medical examiners in analyzing highly toxic synthetic opioids. Real-world cases are examined to highlight the need for updated testing protocols, equipping professionals with the tools and strategies to stay ahead in controlled substance detection.

  • The latest insights on synthetic opioids, including fentanyl analogs, nitazenes, and dangerous adulterants like xylazine.
  • How nitazenes pose an emerging threat and their similarities to the early fentanyl crisis.
  • The role of the MX908 in detecting and analyzing emerging drug threats.
  • Best practices for using the MX908 in law enforcement, forensic labs, and medical examinations.
  • Real-world case studies highlighting the need for updated testing protocols and improved substance detection strategies.
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[post_title] => Unmasking Nitazenes: Novel Substances Joining Fentanyl in the Synthetic Opioid Landscape [post_excerpt] => This webinar explores the emerging threat of nitazenes, their parallels to the fentanyl crisis, and how the MX908 enhances detection and analysis for law enforcement, forensic professionals, and medical examiners. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => unmasking-nitazenes-novel-substances-joining-fentanyl-in-the-synthetic-opioid-landscape [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-05-27 10:47:09 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-05-27 14:47:09 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=27222 [menu_order] => 47 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [15] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 27459 [post_author] => 34 [post_date] => 2025-03-20 17:16:01 [post_date_gmt] => 2025-03-20 21:16:01 [post_content] =>

With increasing competition for public safety grants, it’s crucial to stay informed and strategic. Listen to our panel experts for an in-depth exploration of 2025 federal grant opportunities, key policy updates, and effective funding strategies. Designed for grant managers, financial officers, and agency leaders, this webinar will equip you with the tools to maximize funding and navigate the evolving federal grant process.

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[post_title] => Unlocking Public Safety Grants and Funding in 2025 [post_excerpt] => This webinar will equip you with the tools to maximize funding and navigate the evolving grant process. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => unlocking-public-safety-grants-and-funding-in-2025 [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-05-27 10:48:50 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-05-27 14:48:50 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=27459 [menu_order] => 48 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [16] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 27876 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2025-05-15 10:15:01 [post_date_gmt] => 2025-05-15 14:15:01 [post_content] =>

Step into the future of hazmat response with this dynamic, real-world webinar designed for hazardous materials teams. Learn how Asylon's DroneDog, a rugged quadruped robot, and 908 Devices' InterceptIR, a remote chemical identification sensor, are transforming the way hazmat incidents are approached.

Discover how these technologies allow for remote entry, live atmospheric monitoring, and rapid chemical detection—keeping your team safer and more informed. Featuring insights and field footage from experienced hazmat responders, Asylon Robotics, and 908 Devices, this session shows you how to integrate these tools into your current response protocols.

Whether you're first on the scene or part of a regional response team, this is your chance to see how leading departments are pushing the boundaries of safety and operational efficiency.

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[post_title] => Hazmat Response Reinvented: How DroneDog and InterceptIR are Changing the Game [post_excerpt] => Explore how cutting-edge tools like DroneDog and InterceptIR are transforming remote hazmat response. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => hazmat-response-reinvented-how-dronedog-and-interceptir-are-changing-the-game [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:28:58 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:28:58 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=27876 [menu_order] => 49 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [17] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24431 [post_author] => 34 [post_date] => 2024-05-10 09:18:20 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-05-10 13:18:20 [post_content] =>

Join us for an informative webinar on how to effectively employ First Line Technology's cutting-edge decontamination systems, including the innovative MX908, to decontaminate jails, cars, and hotel rooms. Our expert panel provides detailed information on how to use these sophisticated technologies to ensure thorough and effective decontamination processes in a variety of scenarios. Whether you work in law enforcement, facility management, or public health, this webinar will provide you with practical knowledge to improve your decontamination practices and protect your surroundings.

  • Demystify fentanyl risks: Understand the real dangers of fentanyl, rather than prevalent falsehoods, to help establish accurate awareness and suitable response plans
  • Identify pollutants: Learn how to use the MX908 to quickly identify a variety of chemical hazards and contaminants, which is essential for targeted decontamination efforts
  • Investigate disinfection methods and technology: Identify innovative decontamination methods and technologies, and then learn how to incorporate them into current protocols to improve efficiency and efficacy in specific contexts
  • Ensure safety and compliance. Learn the best practices for complying with health and safety requirements while conducting decontamination techniques
  • Assess decontamination efficacy: Learn how to measure the success of decontamination activities, guaranteeing a safe and contaminant-free environment after cleanup
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[post_title] => Maximizing Decon Efficiency: Solutions for Dangerous Drugs [post_excerpt] => Watch this webinar to learn how First Line Technology and 908 Devices products work together to provide robust decon solutions. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => maximizing-decon-efficiency-solutions-for-fentanyl-and-other-drugs [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-05-27 11:40:56 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-05-27 15:40:56 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24431 [menu_order] => 50 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [18] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24259 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2024-04-23 09:17:43 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-04-23 13:17:43 [post_content] =>

This webinar will equip law enforcement officers with essential insights into the geopolitical factors driving the shift from fentanyl to even more potent synthetic drugs. Participants will learn why new substances, such as xylazine and medetomidine, are emerging more frequently. In the face of a rapid escalation in drug production and distribution, the safety of law enforcement personnel hinges on their understanding of diverse drug classifications.

  • Powerful novel drugs that may replace fentanyl
  • Which novel drugs are skyrocketing in use
  • How geopolitics play a role in emerging drugs

By tuning into this webinar, law enforcement officers will be better equipped to understand and adapt to the evolving drug crisis, ensuring their safety and enhancing their ability to respond effectively to drug-related challenges.

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[post_title] => Staying Ahead of the Curve: Navigating Emerging Drugs for Law Enforcement [post_excerpt] => Learn about diverse drug classifications and why new substances, such as xylazine and medetomidine, are emerging more frequently. Stay ahead of the curve and navigate these emerging drug trends. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => staying-ahead-of-the-curve-navigating-emerging-drugs-for-law-enforcement [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:35:24 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:35:24 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24259 [menu_order] => 51 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [19] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24908 [post_author] => 34 [post_date] => 2024-06-10 11:07:46 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-06-10 15:07:46 [post_content] =>

This webinar will discuss the crucial role of gas detection in hazmat management, comparing existing methods and emphasizing the advanced application of handheld FTIR devices.

  • Gain an understanding of the fundamental principles behind various gas detection methods used in hazmat response.
  • Explore the advantages and limitations of traditional gas detection techniques compared to handheld FTIR technology.
  • Learn about the consequences of inadequate gas detection on safety, emergency response, and the environment.
  • Review case studies illustrating how imprecise gas identification can escalate hazard levels and pose challenges for emergency response.
  • Find out how handheld FTIR devices can improve situational awareness and decision-making in real time during hazmat incidents.
  • Identify strategies for integrating handheld FTIR technology into existing hazmat response protocols, thereby enhancing overall safety and efficacy.
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[post_title] => Critical Gaps in Gas Detection Methods in Hazmat Scenarios [post_excerpt] => This webinar will discuss the crucial role of gas detection in hazmat management, comparing existing methods and emphasizing the advanced application of handheld FTIR devices. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => critical-gaps-in-gas-detection-methods-in-hazmat-scenarios [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-05-20 11:28:51 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-05-20 15:28:51 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24908 [menu_order] => 52 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [20] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 24124 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2024-04-05 14:56:35 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-04-05 18:56:35 [post_content] =>

Join us for an educational webinar designed specifically for law enforcement and law enforcement grant writers who are on the front lines of the battle against the fentanyl crisis and are looking to acquire the MX908. This webinar provides you with strategies to navigate the complexities of the state and federal grant programs including opioid settlement funding.

  • Details on various grant sources and their different requirements.
  • How to craft compelling grant proposals that stand out.
  • Ways to align your department’s needs with grantor priorities.
  • Tips on navigating legalities and requirements when applying for and utilizing grant funds.
  • Expert insight on grant writing and government affairs professionals.

Whether you’re seeking to enhance your department’s resources or aiming to make a significant impact on the fentanyl epidemic, this webinar arms you with the knowledge and tools necessary for success. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the experts and take your grant acquisition skills to the next level.

“The instructors were very clear and extremely good speakers, making the information easy to understand. Instructors were also very knowledgeable.”

“This webinar provided valuable information about how to find different grants, and gave places to look for them.”

“I appreciate all the information provided. I found it all very helpful.”

“It was specific to our needs and the guidance was to-the-point.”

Samantha L. Dorm is a senior grant consultant for Lexipol, serving FireGrantsHelp.comEMSGrantsHelp.com and PoliceGrantsHelp. She first began working as a consultant for the grants division of Praetorian Digital (now Lexipol) in 2010. Dorm has been instrumental in providing grant writing guidance to various public safety and non-profit agencies throughout the United States to enable them to obtain alternative funding as well as provide instruction on statistical compilation, analysis and program development. Dorm is a reviewer for several federal agencies and also instructs grant writing workshops

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[post_title] => Grant Writing Strategies for Public Safety [post_excerpt] => Are you seeking to enhance your department's resources or make a significant impact on the fentanyl epidemic? Watch this webinar to learn about law enforcement grant writing and applications, to aid in acquiring technologies that are used on the front lines for public safety. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => grant-writing-strategies-for-public-safety [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:35:33 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:35:33 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=24124 [menu_order] => 53 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [21] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 22934 [post_author] => 34 [post_date] => 2023-12-12 17:23:49 [post_date_gmt] => 2023-12-12 22:23:49 [post_content] =>

The opioid crisis has plagued the United States for more than a decade and is now expanding globally. According to current DEA laboratory statistics, six out of ten fentanyl-laced fraudulent prescription tablets contain a potentially deadly amount of fentanyl. The particular challenge offered by these low-concentration yet very potent counterfeit tablets necessitates specialized training for law enforcement to investigate. This webinar presents an overview of the opioid epidemic in the United States, focusing on the growth of fentanyl. Real-life case studies will be used to teach you how to safely respond to and investigate an overdose incident. This webinar also teaches you to operate as an undercover agent, using social media to locate and investigate suspected distributors of counterfeit pills and fentanyl powder.

  • “Up-to-date information, videos and knowledge.”
  • “The event was well-detailed. It opened my eyes to how important it is to keep watch on our kids.”
  • “It was very informative. The use of actual photographs, videos, and stories assisted in learning.”
  • “Very informative and very fast. No wasting time.”
  • “Speakers were knowledgeable and well-spoken.”

Dean Cardinale, a Detective of the Fresno Police Department (FPD). Dean has spent the previous ten years in the Major Narcotics Unit, where he has conducted over 300 drug investigations. Dean has worked as a DEA Task Force Officer in Fresno, CA, since 2016, and he just established the Fentanyl Overdose Resolution Team, which includes DEA and HSI agents. Dean appeared in the Emmy-nominated documentary "Killer High: The Silent Crisis." Dean has educated the California Narcotics Officers Association on fentanyl overdoses and investigations, and he has garnered multiple accolades for his efforts in drug crime teaching and investigations.

Bruce Gentner is the Senior Law Enforcement Trainer for 908 Devices. Bruce retired from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department after serving more than 24 years in law enforcement, including patrol, narcotics, and federal drug task forces. Bruce spent 18 years as a case agent and undercover detective, with substantial experience in nightclub drug investigations, underground methamphetamine labs, marijuana grow operations, and fentanyl/synthetic drug operations. Bruce has served on a HIDTA interdiction and DEA task force, as well as with the FBI, HSI, and Nevada Gaming. Bruce is the Executive Director and Past President of the Nevada Narcotics Officers Association. He founded the Narcotics Education Foundation of Nevada, whose aim was to train and educate law enforcement officers about narcotics-related topics and occurrences.

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[post_title] => Deadly Drug Investigations [post_excerpt] => This webinar provides an overview of the rise of the opioid epidemic in the U.S.. Through the use of real-life case studies, you will learn how to safely respond and investigate the scene of an overdose. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => mx908-webinars-fentanyl-and-other-deadly-drug-investigations [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-05-27 11:51:32 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-05-27 15:51:32 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=22934 [menu_order] => 54 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [22] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 22501 [post_author] => 34 [post_date] => 2023-11-20 11:47:37 [post_date_gmt] => 2023-11-20 16:47:37 [post_content] =>
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[post_title] => Suspect Fentanyl Mail Analysis and Best Practices [post_excerpt] => Watch our quick webinar on suspect fentanyl mail analysis to learn best practices on utilizing MX908 for screening suspected mail. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => suspect-fentanyl-mail-analysis-and-best-practices [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-05-29 14:59:08 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-05-29 18:59:08 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=22501 [menu_order] => 55 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [23] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 21533 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2023-08-31 15:25:30 [post_date_gmt] => 2023-08-31 19:25:30 [post_content] =>

In addition to traditional chemical warfare threats such as G/V-Series agents and blister agents, the emergence of unconventional chemical threats such as fentanyl and other pharmaceutical-based agents, as well as A-series agents (Novichoks), poses a unique set of challenges to Hazmat and CBRN organizations worldwide. Join us for an in-depth look at the newest tactics, detection techniques, and processes for existing and emerging threats. We provide insights from real-life incident responses to help you prepare for the ever-changing danger landscape that first responders encounter around the world. By watching this on-demand webinar you will:

  • Get up-to-date information on emerging threats and responses, such as chemical warfare agents (CWAs) and pharmaceutical-based agents (PBAs).
  • Explain the distinction between aerosolized and vapor hazards, as well as existing detection systems.
  • Discover MX908 Beacon, an area monitoring device for identifying CWAs and PBAs.
  • Discuss recommended methods for dealing with these dangers.
  • “Very informative and thought-provoking presentation about the newest generations of chemical products.”
  • “Excellent presentation, linking it to real-world events.”
  • “Solid content by a speaker with infield background.”

David A. Godin is the Director of Field Forensic Applications for 908 Devices in Boston, Massachusetts. He holds a Masters of Forensic Sciences Degree from Boston University, and a B.S. degree in Chemistry from the United States Military Academy. Mr. Godin served five years as a US Army Chemical Officer in the 110th Chemical Battalion, Technical Escort. During that time, he served as Chemical Analyst and Officer in Charge of the Combined Explosive Exploitation Cell-North in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He has trained hundreds of Emergency Response personnel in the field analysis of controlled substances, HAZMAT Operations, and CBRNE Response.

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[post_title] => Responding to Chemical Warfare and Pharmaceutical Based Agents [post_excerpt] => A must watch for CBRN first responders. Receive the latest info on dangerous chemical threats, chemical warfare, and pharmaceutical based agents. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => on-demand-webinar-responding-to-chemical-warfare-and-pharmaceutical-based-agents [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:35:39 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:35:39 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=21533 [menu_order] => 56 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [24] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 7770 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2023-03-22 16:32:29 [post_date_gmt] => 2023-03-22 20:32:29 [post_content] =>

It is difficult to detect and identify narcotics as they enter correctional facilities. Drugs like K2/spice and synthetic cathinones can be sprayed onto paper and discreetly hidden inside a piece of mail, or drugs can be thrown over barriers and into facilities. This webinar will cover the challenges related with drug use in correctional facilities, as well as the drug landscape.

  • Guidelines for protecting police and detainees from potential risks.
  • Case studies from prison facilities.
  • “The speaker was very knowledgeable and presented the material so it was easy to understand.”
  • “Very informative. I got a lot of good information I previously did not have about the levels of the different drugs/substances that are dangerous/lethal as well as statistics on the level of use in institutions and the fatality rates.”
  • “Very informative, great information. Excellent presentation.”

Jeremy VanAuker is the field forensic application scientist for 908 Devices. He earned both his Master and Bachelor of Science degrees in chemistry from Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, Kansas and is currently working on his Master of Business Administration from the University of Texas at Dallas. After earning his B.S., he briefly worked at an explosives manufacturing facility as a laboratory chemist. He then worked as firefighter/EMT-Basic in Joplin, Missouri for almost five years, specializing in hazardous-material response and technical rescue. Before joining 908 Devices, Jeremy was a forensic drug chemist II for almost nine years with the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences in Dallas, Texas, where he analyzed unknown materials for the presence or absence of controlled substances.

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[post_title] => Trace Identification of Fentanyl, Synthetic Cathinones, and Other Drugs in Corrections [post_excerpt] => 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. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => trace-identification-of-fentanyl-synthetic-cathinones-and-other-drugs-in-corrections [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:36:00 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:36:00 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=7770 [menu_order] => 70 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [25] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 7769 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2023-03-22 16:26:14 [post_date_gmt] => 2023-03-22 20:26:14 [post_content] =>
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[post_title] => Field Detection of Pesticides: Suicide, Seizures, and Sickness [post_excerpt] => Watch this new on demand webinar as we explore the dangers of illegal marijuana grow operations and how to detect and identify toxic pesticides used in the cultivation process. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => field-detection-of-pesticides-suicide-seizures-and-sickness [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:36:05 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:36:05 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=7769 [menu_order] => 71 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [26] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 7751 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2023-03-22 16:19:34 [post_date_gmt] => 2023-03-22 20:19:34 [post_content] =>
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[post_title] => Responding to Emerging Threats: Detect, Decon, and Verify [post_excerpt] => Watch this webinar to learn more about the latest tactics, detection techniques, and procedures related to current and emerging threats. From fentanyl to unconventional chemical threats this is a must-watch for any first responder. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => responding-to-emerging-threats [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:36:11 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:36:11 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=7751 [menu_order] => 72 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [27] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 5791 [post_author] => 34 [post_date] => 2022-04-06 18:51:38 [post_date_gmt] => 2022-04-06 22:51:38 [post_content] =>
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[post_title] => Expert Roundtable: Trends in Illicit Drug Identification [post_excerpt] => 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. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => expert-roundtable-trends-in-illicit-drug-identification [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-05-27 12:01:13 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-05-27 16:01:13 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=5791 [menu_order] => 79 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [28] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 5620 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2022-02-28 14:00:15 [post_date_gmt] => 2022-02-28 19:00:15 [post_content] =>
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[post_title] => The Modern Day Challenges of Law Enforcement in Drug Detection [post_excerpt] => Presented by Patrick Glynn, Detective Lieutenant, Drug Control Unit, Quincy Police Department [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => the-modern-day-challenges-of-law-enforcement-in-drug-detection [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:42:00 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:42:00 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=5620 [menu_order] => 83 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [29] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 1213 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2021-08-02 16:52:12 [post_date_gmt] => 2021-08-02 20:52:12 [post_content] =>
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[post_title] => Novel Applications for EOD [post_excerpt] => Learn how the MX908 is capable of identifying a wide range of explosives, including commercial, military, and homemade variants. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => mx908-webinar-novel-applications-for-eod [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:37:31 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:37:31 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/resource/mx908-webinar-novel-applications-for-eod/ [menu_order] => 111 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [30] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 1198 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2021-05-27 12:22:52 [post_date_gmt] => 2021-05-27 16:22:52 [post_content] =>
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[post_title] => Aerosol Hazard Management 101 with The Haz Mat Guys [post_excerpt] => In this webinar you'll learn the definition and properties of aerosol threats, aerosol hazards and the challenge they present to first responders, why aerosols have been traditionally difficult to detect and identify with legacy technologies, and how to respond to and protect yourselves and the public from aerosol threats. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => mx908-webinar-aerosol-hazard-management-101 [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:22:30 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:22:30 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/resource/mx908_webinar_aerosol-hazard-management-101/ [menu_order] => 155 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [31] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 1048 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2020-05-22 13:56:42 [post_date_gmt] => 2020-05-22 17:56:42 [post_content] =>

Join us for a discussion of the Russian Novichok attack in Salisbury, England and its impacts on today’s first responders and military personnel. By watching this on-demand webinar you will:

  • Learn details of the high-profile poisoning attack known as the “Salisbury Incident” on March 4, 2018, involving the use of a Novichok nerve agent
  • Gain insights into the response in England that can guide future encounters 
  • Explore how the MX908 can support responders who may be facing a Novichok in the field 

Rick served in the fire service for over 45 years, retiring in 2018 as the Deputy Chief of a large Metro Fire and EMS Agency in Chesterfield County, Virginia. He previously served as the Vice Chairperson of the International Association of Fire Chiefs Hazardous Materials Committee and currently serves as the chairperson for the National Fire Protection Association Technical Committee on Hazardous Materials Response.

Dr. Baxter has her PhD in Analytical Chemistry and she is currently the CEO of Emergency Response Tips. She was previously the CBRN Program Manager at the Combating Terrorism Technical Support Office. And she currently chairs the NFPA Technical Committee on Hazardous Materials: Protective Clothing and Equipment, in addition to participating in various levels on several other NFPA committees.

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Watch a dialogue about the current emerging chemical threats and the solutions that FTIR technology provides in response; featuring Dr. Christina Baxter, CEO of Emergency Response TIPS.

In April 2024, 908 Devices acquired RedWave Technology, a leading provider of portable FTIR spectroscopic analyzers for rapid chemical identification of bulk substances.

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Webinars On Demand

The Pivotal Role of FTIR in Hazmat/Emergency Response

This webinar discussion highlights current emerging chemical threats and the solutions that FTIR technology provides in response.

FTIR for Industrial Chemicals – Responding to Emerging Threats

Dr. Christina Baxter, CEO of Emergency Response TIPS, discusses how FTIR technology can be deployed in industrial chemical accidents.

The New MX908 Beacon for Area Monitoring

We recently caught up with The HazMat Guys Podcast to discuss what’s new from 908 Devices for area monitoring missions.

FTIR for Chemical Suicides – Responding to Emerging Threats

Dr. Christina Baxter of Emergency Response TIPS discusses how innovative FTIR solutions are countering the threat of chemical suicides.

How FTIR is Filling the Gas Identification Gap

Industry experts discuss how FTIR technology is used to address gas identification in hazmat/CBRNe response.

Transformative Impact of Gas Phase FTIR on Hazmat Operations

Listen to a panel discuss current methods for gas detection in the hazmat/CBRNe applications.

Adaptive Atmospheric Correction – XplorIR

Dr. John Seelenbinder discusses with the Hazmat Guys how the XplorIR achieves accurate gas sample identification, even with humidity and carbon dioxide interference.

Expert Panel Discussion – The Gas Threat Response

Learn about real-world gas threats, including chemical suicides, accidental pesticide exposures, and transportation accidents, and the pivotal role of FTIR technology.

Traditional Air Monitoring and How FTIR Gas Identification is Changing the Game

Listen as Lt. Brandon Gayle discusses with the Hazmat Guys the importance of knowing the identity and concentration of toxic gases.

XplorIR’s Gas Mixtures Analysis

Dr. John Seelenbinder discusses with the Hazmat Guys how the XplorIR now identifies up to 6 gas components in-real time within complex mixtures.

Beyond Detection: The Imperative for Advanced Trace-Level Identification of Synthetic Opioids

This webinar explores strategies for implementing MX908 for HIDTA and Counterdrug initiatives.

Empowering Field Operations: Integrated Chemical Analysis

This webinar is designed for emergency response teams, defense personnel, and security professionals needing quick, accurate integrated chemical analysis.

Improving Substance Detection and Identification in Correctional Facilities

Watch this webinar to learn more about MX908 for Corrections Screening and pairing with RaySecur’s MailSecur system for robust narcotics identification in correctional facilities.

Simplifying Everyday Hazmat Calls with Advanced Technology

From routine calls such as carbon monoxide and odor detection, to more complex incidents involving multiple chemical substances learn how hazmat response tools like XplorIR and MX908 allow responders to work smarter.

Unmasking Nitazenes: Novel Substances Joining Fentanyl in the Synthetic Opioid Landscape

This webinar explores the emerging threat of nitazenes, their parallels to the fentanyl crisis, and how the MX908 enhances detection and analysis for law enforcement, forensic professionals, and medical examiners.

Unlocking Public Safety Grants and Funding in 2025

This webinar will equip you with the tools to maximize funding and navigate the evolving grant process.

Hazmat Response Reinvented: How DroneDog and InterceptIR are Changing the Game

Explore how cutting-edge tools like DroneDog and InterceptIR are transforming remote hazmat response.

Maximizing Decon Efficiency: Solutions for Dangerous Drugs

Watch this webinar to learn how First Line Technology and 908 Devices products work together to provide robust decon solutions.

Staying Ahead of the Curve: Navigating Emerging Drugs for Law Enforcement

Learn about diverse drug classifications and why new substances, such as xylazine and medetomidine, are emerging more frequently. Stay ahead of the curve and navigate these emerging drug trends.

Critical Gaps in Gas Detection Methods in Hazmat Scenarios

This webinar will discuss the crucial role of gas detection in hazmat management, comparing existing methods and emphasizing the advanced application of handheld FTIR devices.

Grant Writing Strategies for Public Safety

Are you seeking to enhance your department’s resources or make a significant impact on the fentanyl epidemic? Watch this webinar to learn about law enforcement grant writing and applications, to aid in acquiring technologies that are used on the front lines for public safety.

Deadly Drug Investigations

This webinar provides an overview of the rise of the opioid epidemic in the U.S.. Through the use of real-life case studies, you will learn how to safely respond and investigate the scene of an overdose.

Suspect Fentanyl Mail Analysis and Best Practices

Watch our quick webinar on suspect fentanyl mail analysis to learn best practices on utilizing MX908 for screening suspected mail.

Responding to Chemical Warfare and Pharmaceutical Based Agents

A must watch for CBRN first responders. Receive the latest info on dangerous chemical threats, chemical warfare, and pharmaceutical based agents.

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.

Field Detection of Pesticides: Suicide, Seizures, and Sickness

Watch this new on demand webinar as we explore the dangers of illegal marijuana grow operations and how to detect and identify toxic pesticides used in the cultivation process.

Responding to Emerging Threats: Detect, Decon, and Verify

Watch this webinar to learn more about the latest tactics, detection techniques, and procedures related to current and emerging threats. From fentanyl to unconventional chemical threats this is a must-watch for any first responder.

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

Novel Applications for EOD

Learn how the MX908 is capable of identifying a wide range of explosives, including commercial, military, and homemade variants.

Aerosol Hazard Management 101 with The Haz Mat Guys

In this webinar you’ll learn the definition and properties of aerosol threats, aerosol hazards and the challenge they present to first responders, why aerosols have been traditionally difficult to detect and identify with legacy technologies, and how to respond to and protect yourselves and the public from aerosol threats.

Emerging Chemical Threats: Novichoks, The Newcomers

This webinar focuses on England’s “Salisbury Incident”, dangers of chemical weapons, and the importance of preparedness in dealing with Novichok threats.

The Expanding Value of Technology in Investigations and Court

Watch this on demand webinar to learn how MX908 technology can be leveraged in investigations and court.

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Nitazenes are a newly emerging class of synthetic opioids that pose a severe and growing threat due to their extreme potency—some variants are up to 40 times stronger than fentanyl. This whitepaper explores the global rise of nitazenes, their impact on overdose rates, challenges in detection, and real-world case studies illustrating their dangers. It also highlights how advanced detection tools like the MX908 are helping first responders and law enforcement identify these substances at trace levels. Essential reading for public health officials, policymakers, and anyone involved in combating the synthetic opioid crisis.

Learn how advanced detection technology like the MX908 is helping law enforcement and first responders identify nitazenes at trace levels—saving lives and fighting back against this rising threat.

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Area monitoring is essential for detecting hazardous materials in the air, ensuring public safety, and enabling timely responses to environmental and health risks. Traditional technologies, such as photoionization detectors and radiation sensors, have been used for decades but are limited in their ability to identify specific toxic threats, particularly chemical warfare agents (CWAs) and pharmaceutical-based agents (PBAs). These traditional systems also struggle with detecting aerosolized threats and provide limited remote monitoring capabilities. The introduction of the MX908 Beacon™ has significantly advanced area monitoring by enabling first responders to detect and identify vapor and aerosol threats, including CWAs and PBAs, in real-time and remotely. The MX908 Beacon allows for extended operational durations and remote data viewing, enhancing the ability to manage hazardous material incidents safely and effectively. This innovation bridges critical gaps in traditional monitoring technologies, improving public safety and responder capabilities in hazardous environments. 

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The MX908 is a rapid and reliable handheld device used by law enforcement to detect drugs of abuse, including trace levels in mixtures with cutting agents, which are common in street drugs. It has a low false alarm rate of 1.4%, and with additional Reachback analysis, the rate drops to 0%. The device leverages high-pressure mass spectrometry to identify substances with minimal interference from cutting agents, which can often cause false positives or negatives in other field tests like colorimetric kits. The testing demonstrated that the MX908 effectively distinguishes between controlled substances and common cutting agents, even in low concentrations. Additionally, the raw data collected by the device can be reviewed by forensic chemists to further confirm results, making it a valuable tool for law enforcement in the field.

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Despite the global trend of marijuana legalization, the illegal marijuana market continues to thrive, with criminal operations becoming more efficient. Many illegal growers are setting up “trespass grows” on public lands, bypassing regulations that ensure consumer safety and causing severe environmental damage. These grow operations often involve the use of toxic cannabis pesticides that harm wildlife, contaminate water supplies, and pose health risks to law enforcement and cleanup workers. In the U.S., the Forest Service has dismantled over 1,000 grow sites between 2017 and 2020, finding significant amounts of trash, hazardous chemicals, and illegal pesticides. Traditional detection methods for these chemicals, like colorimetric tests or lab-based mass spectrometry, are either imprecise or slow. To address this, the MX908 handheld mass spectrometer was developed, allowing for rapid and accurate identification of cannabis pesticides at illegal grow sites, enabling safer and more efficient cleanup operations.

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The MX908 is a handheld chemical detection tool that uses high-pressure mass spectrometry to quickly and accurately identify unknown substances, making it invaluable for law enforcement and prosecutors. It helps identify controlled substances like fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine in the field, enhancing officer safety by reducing exposure to toxic materials. The device analyzes trace amounts of substances, including residue on packaging, to identify narcotics without opening potentially dangerous containers. The MX908 supports law enforcement investigations by providing presumptive evidence for arrests, search warrants, and court proceedings, while reducing lab backlogs and conserving resources. Its results are widely accepted in court, and proper training and procedural documentation ensure the reliability and admissibility of test results.

[post_title] => Using MX908 in Investigations and Court [post_excerpt] => 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. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => mx908-whitepaper-mx-investigations-court [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:37:24 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:37:24 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/?post_type=resource&p=4755 [menu_order] => 109 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [5] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 794 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2017-11-28 16:48:55 [post_date_gmt] => 2017-11-28 21:48:55 [post_content] =>

Hazardous materials response teams often face high-pressure situations where they must quickly gather actionable information about chemical incidents, especially in high-profile settings like buildings with multiple illnesses. Initial reconnaissance (recon) efforts, using tools like multi-gas meters and photoionization detectors (PIDs), help identify potential hazards but often lack the sensitivity and specificity needed for decisive action. In these scenarios, high-pressure mass spectrometry (HPMS) technology offers a significant advantage by providing rapid, reliable chemical detection with high certainty. HPMS devices can identify chemical agents in just seconds, allowing responders to make quick, informed decisions regarding safety and medical treatment. Additionally, HPMS can switch between vapor and trace modes for on-site analysis, reducing the need for multiple surveys and speeding up the response process. This portable, fast, and accurate technology enhances the ability of response teams to effectively address chemical threats in various emergency situations.

[post_title] => Actionable Information from High Pressure Mass Spectrometry [post_excerpt] => The detection and identification of chemicals with HPMS carries sufficient information to warrant definitive action, medical treatment and communication. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => actionable-information-high-pressure-mass-spectrometry [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:22:01 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:22:01 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/resource/actionable-information-high-pressure-mass-spectrometry/ [menu_order] => 126 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [6] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 885 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2019-03-15 14:19:02 [post_date_gmt] => 2019-03-15 18:19:02 [post_content] =>

The MX908 is a field identification tool that provides rapid, accurate, and reliable analysis of controlled substances, making it an essential tool for law enforcement. Powered by high-pressure mass spectrometry, it enables officers to quickly identify substances with minimal user interpretation and without exposure to toxic materials like synthetic opioids. The device can analyze trace amounts of drugs, including fentanyl and carfentanil, that other methods often miss. Its results can establish probable cause for warrants, facilitate plea deals, and expedite cases by providing immediate feedback, reducing reliance on slow lab results. The MX908 is admissible in court under Federal Laws of Evidence and has been proven reliable by multiple independent agencies, supporting its use in criminal investigations.

[post_title] => Trace Detection in the Field Expedites Prosecution [post_excerpt] => 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. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => trace-detection-in-the-field-expedites-prosecution [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:44:48 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:44:48 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/resource/trace-detection-in-the-field-expedites-prosecution/ [menu_order] => 144 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [7] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 1194 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2021-05-07 19:34:02 [post_date_gmt] => 2021-05-07 23:34:02 [post_content] =>

Emergency responders face unique challenges when selecting personal protective equipment (PPE) and responding to hazardous materials, especially aerosols. Aerosols, which consist of solid or liquid particles suspended in the air, behave like gases but retain the properties of solids or liquids. These particles pose significant risks due to their ability to remain airborne and be inhaled, potentially leading to severe health hazards. Traditional detection methods struggle to identify aerosolized chemicals, as they typically require substances to be in solid, liquid, or gas form. Recent advancements, such as the MX908® with the Aero module, allow responders to detect and identify aerosolized threats in real-time, improving safety and response effectiveness. This technology helps manage the complexities of aerosol hazards by providing accurate, on-site identification of airborne chemical threats, including toxic materials like fentanyl and chemical warfare agents. 

[post_title] => Aerosol Hazard Management 101 [post_excerpt] => 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. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => mx908-white-paper-aerosol-hazard-management-101 [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:22:22 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:22:22 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/resource/mx908_white-paper_aerosol-hazard-management-101/ [menu_order] => 161 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [8] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 1080 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2020-06-22 17:12:39 [post_date_gmt] => 2020-06-22 21:12:39 [post_content] =>

The poisoning of Sergei and Yulia Skripal in 2019 highlighted the global concerns about Fourth Generation Agents (FGAs), such as the Novichok series, which are highly toxic chemical agents. This document provides guidance for first responders on detecting, identifying, decontaminating, and destroying these agents using commercially available technologies. FGAs pose serious health risks, primarily through dermal exposure, but can also be absorbed via inhalation or ingestion. Detection technologies like Raman, FTIR, and colorimetric methods are inadequate for FGAs due to their high limits of detection. The MX908 from 908 Devices is the only portable device capable of identifying trace levels of A-series agents with high sensitivity. For decontamination, a hybrid approach is recommended, combining Fibertect wipes, Reactive Skin Decontamination Lotion (RSDL), and Dahlgren Decon, along with the use of detection devices to ensure complete removal of the threat.

[post_title] => Operational Response to Fourth Generation Agents [post_excerpt] => Read this whitepaper written by Christina Baxter Ph.D., to prepare responders with commercially available solutions to detect, identify, decontaminate, destroy, and confirm the destruction of the A-series agents. [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => mx908-white-paper-response-to-fourth-generation-agents [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-11 15:39:34 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-11 19:39:34 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://908devices.com/resource/mx908_white-paper_response-to-fourth-generation-agents/ [menu_order] => 163 [post_type] => resource [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [9] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 988 [post_author] => 29 [post_date] => 2020-02-25 13:49:14 [post_date_gmt] => 2020-02-25 18:49:14 [post_content] =>

Trace detection of hazardous materials, especially in light of the opioid epidemic and emerging threats like Novichoks, requires highly sensitive and reliable tools to detect both "invisible" (extremely small quantities) and "hidden" (small amounts mixed with larger, non-hazardous substances) threats. Current detection methods, such as ion mobility spectrometry (IMS), gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GCMS), and optical techniques, face limitations in sensitivity, specificity, and operational efficiency. High-pressure mass spectrometry (HPMS), particularly the MX908 device, overcomes these limitations by offering both high sensitivity and fidelity, capable of detecting substances at concentrations as low as 20 nanograms. The HPMS's ability to generate mass spectral images allows for accurate identification and differentiation of chemicals, even in complex mixtures, and it can detect novel chemical threats using predictive algorithms. The MX908 combines the benefits of both trace and bulk detection, providing a powerful tool for emergency responders to handle the increasing variety of chemical hazards confidently and quickly. 

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Nitazenes are a newly emerging class of synthetic opioids that pose a severe and growing threat due to their extreme potency—some variants are up to 40 times stronger than fentanyl. This whitepaper explores the global rise of nitazenes, their impact on overdose rates, challenges in detection, and real-world case studies illustrating their dangers. It also highlights how advanced detection tools like the MX908 are helping first responders and law enforcement identify these substances at trace levels. Essential reading for public health officials, policymakers, and anyone involved in combating the synthetic opioid crisis.

Learn how advanced detection technology like the MX908 is helping law enforcement and first responders identify nitazenes at trace levels—saving lives and fighting back against this rising threat.

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The Emerging Threat of Nitazenes in the Synthetic Opioid Crisis

Discover how nitazenes—synthetic opioids up to 40x stronger than fentanyl—are fueling a new wave in the overdose crisis. Learn about detection challenges, real-world case studies, and advanced tools like the MX908 in this essential whitepaper.

White Paper: Area Monitoring for Chemical Warfare and Pharmaceutical Based Agents

Learn more about area monitoring and how MX908 Beacon is the only area monitor on the market to identify chemical warfare agents, etc.

The MX908 Advantage in the Presence of Cutting Agents

Read our latest whitepaper to see how MX908 performed in a study of the most common cutting agents found around the world and, when combined with Reachback analysis, improved the false positive rate from <2%, to 0%.

White Paper: Pesticide Detection and Identification at Illegal Marijuana Grows

With pesticides posing an imminent danger for wildlife in the area, responding law enforcement also find themselves potentially exposed to the hazardous chemicals

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.

Actionable Information from High Pressure Mass Spectrometry

The detection and identification of chemicals with HPMS carries sufficient information to warrant definitive action, medical treatment and communication.

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.

Operational Response to Fourth Generation Agents

Read this whitepaper written by Christina Baxter Ph.D., to prepare responders with commercially available solutions to detect, identify, decontaminate, destroy, and confirm the destruction of the A-series agents.

A New Approach to Trace Detection

Today’s emergency responders and security personnel need detection capabilities which address both categories with high sensitivity (the ability to detect threat materials below harmful levels) and high fidelity (the ability to detect reproducibly and reliably).

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