ChemImage, a leader in hyperspectral and chemical imaging technology, is pleased to announce the release of their new product, the HSI Examiner 100 QD, for examination of forensic documents. This product is being unveiled today at the American Society of Questioned Document Examiners 2009 Annual Meeting in Dearborn, Michigan.
The HSI Examiner 100 QD is a new hyperspectral imaging tool, based on tunable filter technology, designed for forensic document examiners to aid in the identification of altered, forged or counterfeited documents. These documents may include employment documentation, medical records, personal wills, financial records, personal checks, travel documents and more.
“We are excited to introduce the HSI Examiner in the market,” said John Belechak, Chief Operating Officer, at ChemImage. “This product will enable forensic document examiners to utilize a new, state-of-the-art tool that provides very useful information, yet doesn’t require them to be a Ph.D. chemist. The product was designed to meet the needs of users at a price they can afford.”
A number forensic labs and federal agencies have already adopted ChemImage’s hyperspectral imaging technology and have used it in case work. One such case includes the investigation of two members of an organized crime ring who were tried and convicted in connection with three home invasions/robberies committed in New York state. Document examiners at a federal agency utilized ChemImage’s hyperspectral imaging equipment during the investigation to look at biological stains on bank notes found in the victim’s home as well as on the suspects.
“Hyperspectral imaging has been available for forensic applications for a few years now, but the technology has not been as widely adopted due to the complexity and high cost,” said Belechak. “We are addressing these challenges with this easy to use and economical product. The HSI Examiner has been packaged so that users can capitalize on the powerful ink discrimination and visualization capabilities while still feeling comfortable testifying about it in the courtroom.”
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