Improving the Quality of Forensic Evidence Improving the

Improving the Quality of Forensic Evidence

Improving the Quality of Forensic Evidence

Founded 1978 by Doug Foster + Bob Freeman Science Equipment Design & Forensic Manufacture Instruments forensic science, document examination and scene of crime investigation. foster+freeman § Export to over 160 countries worldwide § Large modern facility in UK with Sales office in USA § Global network of over 100 distributors Brochure QDE Brochure Trace About Us Markets Quality Products Brochure Fingerprints Brochure Crime-lites

Forensic Science Equipment foster+freeman Markets include: § § § Forensic laboratories and police forces Border control and customs authorities Banks and security printers Brand protection Insurance industry Brochure QDE Brochure Trace About Us Markets Quality Products Brochure Fingerprints Brochure Crime-lites

Forensic Science Equipment foster+freeman Quality Assured. . . § § § IS 0 9001/9002 ISO 14001 CE Mark Ro. HS Compliant WEEE Compliant EMC testing Brochure QDE Brochure Trace About Us Markets Quality Products Brochure Fingerprints Brochure Crime-lites

Forensic Science Equipment foster+freeman Questioned Document Examination Trace Evidence Analysis Fingerprint Detection, Capture and Enhancement LED Forensic Light Sources Brochure QDE Brochure Trace About Us Markets Quality Products Brochure Fingerprints Brochure Crime-lites

Trace Evidence Examination A range of analytical techniques for examining: Glass, Fibres, Body Fluids, Paint Chips, Gun Shot Residues, Drugs and Illicit Materials ff. TA Multi-functional modular system featuring Raman, microspectrophotometry, RI measuement and PLM Foram A single wavelength Raman spectrometer Brochure QDE Brochure Trace Brochure Fingerprints Brochure Crime-lites

ff. TA Modular system for trace evidence examination a system that provides a range of analytical facilities on a single microscope: • Glass Refractive Index Measurement • Raman Spectroscopy • Fluorescence Imaging • Image Processing • Micro-Spectrometry • Light Polarisation

ff. TA Modular system for trace evidence examination Multi-functional, modular analysis system High specification PC and Microscope Increased operator efficiency Cost effective Upgrade with new modules at any time

foram Single wavelength Raman spectrometers Foram is available with a choice of three laser wavelengths : • 785 nm • 638 nm • 532 nm Systems an be further enhanced through the addition of Raman databases to aid in the identification of unknowns

foram Single wavelength Raman spectrometers Video microscope for sample selection Almost immidiate results with no sample preparation Identification using optional databases Wide range of applications

Raman Spectra Libraries For use with ff. TA and Foram Raman spectrometers Spectra databases compiled by S. T. Japan Identify unknown substances 20 libraries contain 9, 000 spectra Libraries include: - Forensic compounds - Pharmaceuticals - Hazardous & toxic chemicals - Dyes, pigments, & stains - Solvents - Minerals and inorganic materials - Alcohols and phenols

Studies: new psychoactive substances First appeared in the early 2000’s The EU early warning system monitors over 300 new compounds. 73 new psychoactives identified in Europe in 2012, Up from 49 in 2011 and 43 in 2010. Accounted for 69 deaths in the UK in 2012. Studied to see if Raman could give spectra of the compounds, and help ID unknowns

Cathinone Derivatives

Other Cathinone Derrivaties

Street Cathinone derivatives

Studies: Methamphetamine Dangerous and highly addictive stimulent Growing worldwide problem Bulk manufacture in Mexico and South East Asia

Amphetamines

Studies: Explosives Used by terrorist groups and insurgents Ingredients in IED’s Used in Car bombs and explosive vests

Inorganic Explosives

DNTs

High Explosives

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