US Army to acquire new Smiths Detection chemical detectors 42804162

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US Army to acquire new Smiths Detection chemical detectors
The US Army will acquire new chemical detectors from Smiths Detection. The USD17.2 million contract is a follow-on production order from the US Army, under the Defense Department’s Joint Chemical Agent Detector programme.
     
US Army to acquire new Smiths Detection chemical detectors
Smiths Detection's handheld Lightweight Chemical Detector can be easily clipped on
a belt offering ease of use to the soldiers (Photo: Smiths Detection)
     

The new systems will be based on Smiths Detection’s handheld Lightweight Chemical Detector (LCD). The LCD is a cost-effective solution for military and homeland security organizations, capable of detecting hazardous toxic and chemical substances.

Stephen Esposito, VP and General Manager of Smiths Detection Defense Solutions said: “SDI has a long relationship supporting the JCAD program, one of the most effective chemical warfare protection solutions for U.S. troops in history. SDI is committed to contributing to the success of this program and technology, which is used by service members worldwide.”