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Forensic Marking.

Our unique SmartWater® forensic marking technology marks both assets and intruders, providing a legally irrefutable way to deter theft, identify assets and convict criminals. Our SmartTrace® and SmartSpray® products have been proven in domestic and commercial environments for over 20-years.
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SmartWater has a 100% conviction rate in contested court cases

Trace.

A trace of SmartWater the size of a full stop is all our forensic scientists require to identify the unique code and provide irrefutable evidence that links criminals to the scene of their crime.
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Protect.

SmartWater forensic marking solution is the toughest tracing system available, and can withstand explosive blasts, harsh solvents and the worst weather conditions possible for a minimum of five years.
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Convict.

SmartWater is the only forensic marking technology that retains a 100% conviction rate in contested court cases. The process of identifying SmartWater is fully compliant with the Forensic Science Regulator's Codes of Practice.
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Our successful track record.

Widely adopted by UK law enforcement, rail and highways network operators, the retail sector, and places of worship. SmartWater forensic liquid products have a successful track record in reducing crime; achieving an 86% reduction in cable theft for BT, and 57% reduction in catalytic converter theft nationally with Toyota.
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Forensic links.

Each solution of SmartWater contains a unique combination of elements that provides near limitless permutations, each of which can be linked to a single application. Invisible to the naked eye, SmartWater glows yellow-green under ultraviolet (UV) light, which is how it is detected by law enforcement.
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  • “Following a series of break-ins at the site a security review was carried out by DeterTech risk managers, following which the site was protected by SmartWater forensic marking solution and signage. There have been no further incidents since this installation was carried out.”
    - BOUYGUES ENERGIES AND SERVICES
    Energy Construction Director Martin Dowd - Solar
  • “Over the years DeterTech have provided a number of services relating to the reduction of trespass, vandalism and cable theft on the railway. From managing our covert camera operation to providing forensic marking solutions and more. Their partnership has certainly helped reduce the number of incidents we see, which I am very pleased with.”
    - NETWORK RAIL
    Regional Performance Improvement Manager Simon Martin - Rail
  • “With in excess of £1 million invested into our nationwide toilet hire fleet over the past twelve months alone, it made sense for euroloo to partner with DeterTech to protect our assets. Their revolutionary forensic technology provides robust traceability and is feared by criminals across the UK, making it an ideal security solution for our fleet.”
    - EUROLOO
    Founder Gary Mead - Utilities
  • “While arrests continue to be made, it is the preventative approach through the forensic marking of catalytic converters that gives motorists the opportunity to protect their property and stop the crime in the first place.”
    - BRITISH TRANSPORT POLICE
    NICRP Lead and BTP Superintendent Mark Cleland – Law Enforcement
  • “Having previously introduced the forensic spray (SmartTag) across West Yorkshire’s night-time economy, we have witnessed its positive influence upon public safety. It reduces the potential for serious violence to occur and by expanding its use and equipping our PSCOs, we will undoubtedly see more success on our streets.”
    - WEST YORKSHIRE VIOLENCE REDUCTION UNIT
    Chief Superintendent Jackie Marsh – Law Enforcement
  • “An initiative focused on deterring Domestic Abuse perpetrators and making victims feel safer. In addition to the reduction in the number of incidents, we have also seen that of those victims surveyed, 74% of victims now feel safer and 87% have reported that the initiative has had a positive impact on them. Thank you DeterTech, for helping us better protect the public. ”
    - SOUTH YORKSHIRE VIOLENCE REDUCTION UNIT
    Detective Chief Inspector Lee Berry – Law Enforcement

SmartWater forensic marking products 

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Fall in catalytic converter thefts thanks to SmartWater security initiative

Catalytic converter thefts have more than halved thanks to parts being forensically marked by SmartWater.
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