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  • Garrett launches Vortex CSI, a lightweight, ultra-efficient crime scene investigation tool.
  • Vortex CSI has specialized detection modes, 15-hour battery, and multifunctional controls.
  • Vortex CSI emphasizes officer efficiency and critical metallic evidence recovery.

Garrett Metal Detectors, based in Texas, has announced that its latest innovation, the Vortex™ CSI, a tool designed for law enforcement professionals engaged in crime scene investigations, is now available for purchase and shipping globally.

This new device, derived from the Vortex™ ground search metal detectors, boasts attributes that cater specifically to crime scene needs, such as lightweight construction, durable design, and waterproofing up to 16 feet. It is powered by Garrett's MD-MF multifrequency technology, enhancing its effectiveness in various environments.

Key Features and Functionality

The Vortex CSI offers a range of features aimed at enhancing the efficiency of crime scene investigations. Operators benefit from one-handed button controls, specialized detection modes for bullets and steel casings, and the ability to filter out unnecessary metal debris.

The Vortex CSI offers a range of features aimed at enhancing the efficiency of crime scene investigations

The device includes a USB-C rechargeable battery with a 15-hour lifespan and a backlit display for low-light conditions. The equipment also supports both wired and wireless headphone use, allowing users to focus amid the background noise of busy scenes, while its Auto Ground Balance feature mitigates soil interference effectively.

Commitment to Crime Scene Investigations

"Garrett has been serving crime scene investigators since before we had a Security division," remarked Steve Novakovich, CEO of Garrett Metal Detectors.

"For decades, we were the only manufacturer to provide detectors specifically for this market: the CSI 250™ and the CSI Pro™. Now, we're revitalizing our commitment to CSI excellence with the Vortex CSI. This product has all-new software, designed to deliver the performance this market demands with the simplicity it requires. In combination with our recently released PRO-Pointer™ AT Blackline Edition, this product will empower officers and technicians worldwide to identify and recover critical metallic evidence."

Available Options and Purchase Recommendations

Developed at Garrett's Garland, Texas, facility, the Vortex CSI and the PRO-Pointer AT Blackline Edition come with the necessary patent and trademark protections.

The Vortex CSI can be purchased as part of the Vortex CSI Field Kit or as a standalone unit. Garrett advises consumers to only purchase genuine products from reputable sources to ensure quality performance and to support effective security operations.

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