FAST-ACT Unveils Revolutionary DEFEND Kit: The First Comprehensive Detection and Eradication Solution for Fentanyl and Unknown Powders

[TOPEKA, Kan.] – 09/04/2024 – FAST-ACT, manufactured in the United States by Timilon Corporation and leader in dry decontamination solutions, announces the launch of its groundbreaking DEFEND Kit, a comprehensive solution designed to protect first responders, law enforcement, and other professionals from exposure to fentanyl, fentanyl derivatives, and opioids. The DEFEND Kit is the result of a strategic collaboration with operators in hazmat and law enforcement, aimed at developing a full-scale, ready-to-use solution. This kit provides end-to-end protection—from detection to correction—while addressing the critical risks of exposure to unknown powders, with fentanyl being the most common hazard.

Fentanyl exposure is a growing crisis, with over 1,000 deaths reported in the U.S. every week due to opioid overdoses, many involving the deadly powder. For law enforcement and hazmat professionals, time is of the essence—traditional decontamination products often require multiple steps, utilizing various tools not designed to work together, leading to delays in critical moments. These inefficiencies can cost lives, as every second counts when managing such potent substances.

The DEFEND Kit represents an innovative breakthrough in the field, offering more than just tools—it provides a complete process-oriented solution. Meticulously designed, the DEFEND Kit guides operators through every step of managing and decontaminating unknown powder substances, including fentanyl and its derivatives. By streamlining the detection, eradication, and decontamination processes into one cohesive system, the DEFEND Kit significantly reduces response times, ultimately enhancing the safety and effectiveness of those on the front lines.

What is the DEFEND Kit?

DEFEND Kit stands for Detection, Eradication, and FENtanyl Decontamination, and is a deeply integrated approach to remove unknown powders. The process is not merely a series of actions but a strategic framework that equips operators with the knowledge, methodology, and tools to handle potentially hazardous substances with ease, safety, and effectiveness. You can find more information here on the steps of the DEFEND Kit.

Key Features of the DEFEND Kit:

• Process-Oriented Decontamination: The DEFEND Kit’s process-driven design ensures that users are guided through every stage of detection, eradication, and decontamination. Unlike other solutions in the market, the DEFEND Kit is an all-in-one solution that supports first responders in high-risk situations.
• Fast Acting: From start to finish, every step is quick and effective, allowing response time to be faster and safer, reducing the time spent in potentially hazardous environments.
• Integrated Multi-Layered Protection: The DEFEND Kit features advanced eradication solutions and specialized detection tools, working together to enhance its protective capabilities.
• Ready-to-Use (RTU): The DEFEND Kit is designed to be immediately deployable, providing operators with a complete, ready-to-use solution that minimizes preparation time in critical situations.
• Broad-Spectrum Decontamination: Due to the incorporation of the FAST-ACT patented technology, unknown powders that do not register as fentanyl or opioids can be quickly treated and decontaminated, ensuring they no longer pose a threat to the operators.

“Having served on the front lines, I know the critical need for reliable decontamination tools in law enforcement”, said George Sichler, a former NYPD Detective. “The DEFEND Kit offers officers a full-scale layer of protection, ensuring they can respond effectively to chemical and drug-related threats while safeguarding their own health and safety.”

Timilon Corporation is utilizing subject matter experts to offer comprehensive training and demonstrations of the DEFEND Kit nationwide. For more information and for those interested in purchasing, please visit FAST-ACT.com or contact fastact@timilon.com.