Approved Technologies

The SAFETY Act provides two levels of liability protections for approval: Designation and Certification. By obtaining either Designation or Certification, companies obtain a level of legal protection in case their technology is ever put to use during a terrorist attack. See below for a list of approved technology certifications.





Company/Technology

Nomadics, Inc.

Approved: December 03, 2012 | Expires: December 31, 2017

FLIR Systems, Inc., and its wholly owned subsidiaries, Nomadics, Inc., and ICx Technologies, Inc., provide Fido®. The Technology is a line of trace detection systems that detect vapors and particles from various explosive compounds. The Technology also includes all accessories associated with the product line, software, all technical/operator’s manuals, warranty and maintenance services, training and technical support services, and qualified personnel.


ICx Technologies, Inc.

Approved: May 26, 2010 | Expires: June 30, 2015

ICx Technologies, Inc. provides the IBAC (Instantaneous Biological Analyzer and Collector. The Technology is a continuously operating aerosol sensor that uses the elastic scattering and auto-fluorescence properties of particles to allow for the detection of various biological warfare agents. The Technology is best used as part of a nested biodefense system, with a pre-determined concept of operations. It includes some limited training services.