Powders & Liquids

Rapid, accurate identification of liquid and solid chemicals

Chemical liquids and powders pose a serious challenge for emergency and military responders. On any given day, they may arrive at a scene where controlled narcotics, toxic substances, acids, and even explosives may be present. Identifying the substance quickly and accurately is crucial for developing a mitigation strategy while keeping personnel safe.

Fast, accurate chemical identification

RedWave portable platforms accurately identify a vast array of chemical powders and liquids. With just a few particles of powder or a drop of liquid, our portable FTIR spectroscopy products can identify:

22,000 powders and liquids

Toxic industrial compounds (TICs)
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
Petroleum products
Solvents
Industrial chemicals
Refrigerants
Hydrocarbons
Chemical warfare agents (CWAs)

Differentiating chemicals

Is that liquid an acid or a base? Is that powder a household chemical or a controlled substance? Differentiating substances with similar appearances is crucial for addressing the threat safely. RedWave can accurately differentiate chemicals at operationally relevant concentrations. Our proprietary Threat Assist database provides detailed chemical information on the scene in seconds.

RedWave products for powders and liquids:

ThreatID

Versatile solution for identifying solids, liquids and gases

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ProtectIR

Compact platform for identifying powders and liquids

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