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IMPRESSION EVIDENCELocating and Protecting…

Impression Evidence!Properly preserved impression evidence can

provide a positive match to the SHOESworn by the perpetrator, the TIRES on the getaway vehicle and the TOOLS

that may have been used in the commission of the crime.

Often thought of as a form of evidence nearly as valuable as fingerprints, impression evidence must receive priority handling. Impression evidence may exist in the form of footprints or tire tracks, tool marks and even bite marks.

The obvious place to look for tire and footprint impressions is in the soil at or near the crime scene.

Tool marks are found at the point of entry (or at-tempted points of entry) and bite marks are found on the victim. But all too often, invisible or very dif-ficult to see impressions are also present. This might include dust prints or the impressions made from wet shoes on dry floors.

A visual search is made prior to any attempts to locate and collect other forms of physical evi-dence. When outdoors, protect the area by erect-ing barriers and posting sentries. If tire and footprint evidence is located and the weather is threaten-

ing, it may be necessary to erect a tent or similar shelter in order to protect the evidence.

Many crime scene investigators view impression evidence as second only to fingerprints when con-sidering the relative value of physical evidence.

Just like fingerprints, the various points of com-parison are matched between the crime scene ev-idence and the actual object making the impres-sion. Thus far, no minimum number of points has been established. In other words, if the examiner is convinced that a perfect match exists, it doesn’t matter if there are six or sixty points of comparison.

Shoe print found in mud. Cast made from shoe print. Suspect shoe matches cast.

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Liquid Silicone Casting

SRK800 CONTENTS:2- 634C Liquid Silicone Rubber, 1 lb. (454g)1- 636C Silicone Rubber Thinner, 16 oz.

(454g)2- TM1 Vials of Catalyst1- SRA10A Silicone Rubber Release Agent

Pump Spray, 4 oz. (120ml)1- KCP199 Steel Spoon1- KCP198 Plastic Mixing Container, 1 qt.

(946ml)1- KCP201 Plastic Mixing Container, 1 pt.

(473ml)1- KCP155 Spatula, 7" (17.8cm), Steel Blade1- SRK8001 Molded Copolymer Carrying

Case; Dimensions: 12.125" x 7.25" x 4.5"(30.8cm x 18.4cm x 11.4cm);Weight: 4.92 lbs. (2.2kg)

CAT. NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE

SRK800 No. 2 Silicone Casting Kit $128.25

No. 2 Silicone Casting KitThis kit contains all of the necessary materials and tools for larger

impression casting applications. The kit is provided with 2-one pound (454g) jars of Liquid Silicone Rubber with Catalyst, as well as 4 oz. (120ml) of Silicone Rubber Thinner. A pump spray bottle of Silicone Re-lease Agent is supplied for use when casting on difficult surfaces such as deep impressions in wood or metal. Ideal for use on most crime scene impressions.

No. SRK800 Kit and Components

SRK700 CONTENTS:1- 634C Liquid Silicone Rubber, 1 lb. (454g)1- TM1 Vials of Catalyst1- SRA10A Silicone Rubber Release Agent

Pump Spray, 4 oz. (120ml)1- KCP199 Steel Spoon1- KCP198 Plastic Mixing Container, 1 qt.

(946ml)1- KCP155 Spatula, 7" (17.8cm), Steel Blade


SRK700 No. 1 Silicone Casting Kit $65.50

No. 1 Silicone Casting KitThis economical, space-saving kit

is the perfect choice for casting small crime scene impressions such as single footprints, tool marks, and bite marks. The liquid silicone medium can also be used for lifting powder-developed latent fingerprints from rough or tex-tured surfaces. It's easy to prepare and apply.

No. SRK700 Kit and ComponentsNo. SRK700 Kit and Components

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640C CONTENTS:2- 634C Liquid Silicone Rubber, 1 lb. (454g)1- 636C Silicone Rubber Thinner, 16 oz.

(473ml)2- TM1 Vials of Catalyst1- SRA10 Aerosol Silicone Rubber Release

Agent, 4.5 oz. (133ml)1- KCP142 Steel Spoon1- KCP155 Spatula, 7" (17.8cm), Steel Blade1- 642C Flexible Mixing Bowl, 4.25" (10.8cm)1- 643C Flexible Mixing Bowl, 4.75" (12.1cm)

1- 644C Flexible Mixing Bowl, 5.25" (13.3cm)1- SP1000 Snow Impression Wax,

Net Wt. 15 oz. (425g)2- 639C4 Base Builder, 8 oz. vol. (236ml)1- 638CA Aerosol Dust & Dirt Hardener,

Net Wt. 15 oz. (425g)1- SK900 Tape Measure, English/metric, 100 ft.

(30m)25- 608E01 Evidence Tags w/Ties1- KCP200 Surface Brush

1- FCF100 Adjustable Casting Frame, 7.25" x 12"-18" (18.4cm x 30.5cm-45.7cm)

1- Technical Instructions1- 640CC Black Molded Copolymer Carry-

ing Case w/Folding Handle and Locking Latches, Includes Molded Inserts; Dimensions: 17" x 13" x 7.375" (43.2cm x 33cm x 18.7cm); Weight: 16.5 lbs. (7.5kg)


640C Liquid Silicone Casting Kit $322.50


Liquid Silicone Casting KitThis is a complete field kit with all the materials for making accurate reproductions with liquid silicone.

Materials furnished permit casting of tire and footprints in snow, mud and sand, as well as other casting requirements.

No. 640C Kit and Components

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Silicone Rubber ThinnerThis product thins

the liquid silicone rub-ber, allowing it to flow more freely and cov-er a wider area. It is supplied in a 16 fl. oz. (473ml) bottle.


SRA10 Silicone Rubber Release AgentAerosol, 4.5 oz. (133ml)

$9.95

SRA10A Silicone Rubber Release AgentPump, 4 oz. (118ml)

$9.95


Liquid Silicone RubberThe most economical medium for producing

exact reproductions of virtually any surface. It features a long shelf life and is unaffected by temperatures from -70OF to +500OF. Quick-set-ting in 3-5 minutes and flows easily into hairline cracks (thin as necessary). Available in a 1 lb. (454g) jar with TM1 Catalyst.

No. 636C

No. 634C

No. SRA10 No. SRA10A

Silicone Rubber Release AgentUse this conveniently packaged product to aid in the sepa-

ration of cured silicone from impression areas. It works well with plaster and dental stone casting. Apply a thin, even coating over the surface to be preserved. Available in 4.5 oz. (133ml) aerosol or 4 oz. (118ml) pump spray.

No. 644C No. 643C No. 642C No. 641C

Flexible Mixing BowlsThese highly flexible, self-cleaning mixing bowls These highly flexible, self-cleaning mixing bowls

are ideal for mixing liquid silicone rubber, plaster, are ideal for mixing liquid silicone rubber, plaster, and HARD-CORE. The bowls feature a non-stick sur-and HARD-CORE. The bowls feature a non-stick sur-face that is resistant to chemicals and petroleum face that is resistant to chemicals and petroleum products.

CAT. NO. FLEXIBLE MIXING BOWLS PRICE

641C 3.5" dia. (8.9cm) $7.95

642C 4.25" dia. (10.8cm) $9.75

643C 4.75" dia. (12.1cm) $12.25

644C 5.25" dia. (13.3cm) $14.50

646C 4 Piece Set $49.95


634C Liquid Silicone Rubber w/TM1 Catalyst $32.95

636C Silicone Rubber Thinner, 16 oz. (473ml) $21.95

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Adjustable Casting FramesThese all-aluminum, adjustable casting frames restrict the

flow of casting compounds. Each size expands a full six inches in length. Manufactured out of 0.060" x 1.75" aluminum.


ZMP100 Zip-Mix™ Plaster Casting $19.95

Four Easy Steps:

STEP 1: Apply Dust & Dirt Hard-STEP 1: Apply Dust & Dirt Hard-STEP 1:ener onto shoe print.

STEP 2: Pour supplied water STEP 2: Pour supplied water STEP 2:into zip-top bag and seal.

STEP 3: Knead bag for 1-2 STEP 3: Knead bag for 1-2 STEP 3:minutes until well mixed.

STEP 4: Pour into impression STEP 4: Pour into impression STEP 4:(optional equipment shown).

Zip-Mix™ Plaster Casting

Casting plaster must be mixed uniformly and all lumps eliminated. Zip-Mix™ plaster ensures a uni-form, smooth mixture every time. Simply combine wa-ter and plaster in the zip-top bag and knead with both hands until no lumps are felt. The Zip-Mix™ set includes a pre-measured amount of plaster and wa-ter—enough to cast a full-sized adult footprint. Ev-erything needed is in one convenient package.


639C1 Casting Plaster, 10 lb. (4.5kg)

$12.95

Casting PlasterThis special for-

mula plaster is for tire and footprint evidence. An exo-thermic retarder slows set-up while mixing and reduc-es shrinkage while curing. Comes in a 10 lb. (4.5kg) con-tainer.

CAT. NO. ADJUSTABLE CASTING FRAMES PRICE

FCF100 7.25" x 12"-18" (18.4cm x 30.5cm-45.7cm)

$16.50

FCF200 12" x 18"-24"(30.5cm x 45.7cm-61cm)

$24.50

No. FCF200No. FCF200

No. FCF100

ZMP100 CONTENTS:1- ZMP101 Bottle of pre-treated

water, 16 oz. (473ml)1- ZMP102 Package of Plaster,

2 lbs. (907g)1- ZTE031 Zip-Mix™ Mixing Bag,

13" x 18" (33cm x 45.7cm)

Plaster Casting

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639C CONTENTS:1- SP1000 Snow Impression Wax,

Net Wt. 15 oz. (425g)2- 639C4 Base Builder, 8 oz. vol. (236ml)1- 639C2 Water Container, 32 oz. (946ml)1- 638CA Aerosol Dust & Dirt Hardener,

Net Wt. 15 oz. (425g)1- SRA10 Aerosol Silicone Rubber Release

Agent, 4.5 oz. (133ml)1- KCP142 Steel Spoon1- KCP155 Spatula, 7" (17.8cm), Steel Blade

1- 642C Flexible Mixing Bowl, 4.25" (10.8cm)1- 643C Flexible Mixing Bowl, 4.75" (12.1cm)1- 644C Flexible Mixing Bowl, 5.25" (13.3cm)1- KCP114 Retractable Measuring Tape1- KCP154 Pipette with Suction Bulb1- KCP200 Surface Brush1- 639C15 Tire and Footprint Casting Plaster,

5 lbs. (2.3kg)1- 639C5 Wire Mesh Reinforcement, 2" x 4"

(5.1cm x 10.2cm), 10 each

1- STM1003 Modeling Clay, 1/4 lb. (113g)1- FCF100 Adjustable Casting Frame,

7.25" x 12"-18" (18.4cm x 30.5cm-45.7cm)24- 608E01 Evidence Tags, Pre-printed1- Technical Information1- 639CC Black Molded Copolymer Carry-

ing Case w/Folding Handle and Locking Latches, Includes Molded Inserts; Dimensions: 17" x 13" x 7.375" (43.2cm x 33cm x 18.7cm); Weight: 18 lbs. (8.2kg)

Plaster Casting

Tire & Footprint Plaster Casting KitThis complete outfit is for making exact reproductions of footprints and tire prints in snow, mud, sand

and dirt. It is excellent for field investigations. Casting material (calcium sulfate) is finely ground for fast-setting and exact detailed reproduction. Application procedures and instructions are included.

No. 639C Kit and Components

Shoe print cast made using No. 639C Tire & Footprint

Plaster Casting Kit.


639C Tire & Footprint Plaster Casting Kit $249.50


IMPRESSION EVIDENCEFour Easy Steps to Casting with Shake-N-Cast™


SNC42 Shake-N-Cast™ Impression Kit, Net Wt. 42 oz. (1191.7g) $14.50

STEP 1: Apply Dust & Dirt Hard-ener onto shoe print.

STEP 2: Press bag to break in-ternal water capsule.

STEP 3: Shake and then knead bag for 1-2 minutes.

STEP 4: Pour into impression (optional equipment shown).

Shake-N-Cast™ Impression KitShake-N-Cast™ Impression KitA self-contained, pre-measured water cap-

sule is packaged with the proprietary gypsum sule is packaged with the proprietary gypsum casting material in a single, heavy-duty plastic pouch. This incredibly simple-to-use kit eliminates all the mess and guess-work inherent with other casting mediums—the mixture is always the right consistency.*

The Shake-N-Cast™ contains 2 lbs. (907g) of proprietary gypsum formula and 14 fl. oz. (414ml) of liquefier, factory-sealed in a tough plastic pouch. One kit is sufficient for casting a full-sized, adult shoe print. Simply apply pressure to break the water capsule, shake and knead the con-the water capsule, shake and knead the con-tainer for up to two minutes, cut off a corner of tainer for up to two minutes, cut off a corner of the pouch and pour it into the impression. When the pouch and pour it into the impression. When working in loose, dry soil or sand, we recommend working in loose, dry soil or sand, we recommend preparing the impression with No. 638CA Dust & Dirt Hardener.

* Shake-N-Cast™ is becoming the preferred choice of crime scene specialists and crime laboratory personnel due to its exceptional strength. Typical casts are just .5"-.75" (13mm-19mm) thick. No reinforcement is needed.

The most complete Impression The most complete Impression Casting Kit available today!

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SNC100 CONTENTS:5- SNC42 Shake-N-Cast™ Impression Kits,

Net Wt. 42 oz. (1191.7g)1- FCF100 Adjustable Casting Frame,

7.25" x 12"-18" (18.4cm x 30.5cm-45.7cm)1- FCF200 Adjustable Casting Frame,

12" x 18"-24" (30.5cm x 45.7cm-61cm)2- 638CA Aerosol Dust & Dirt Hardener,

Net Wt. 15 oz. (425g)2- SP1000 Snow Impression Wax, Net Wt. 15 oz.

(425g)

1- SRA10 Aerosol Silicone Rubber Release Agent, 4.5 oz. (133ml)

1- KCP142 Steel Spoon1- ESP30W Photo Scales, 10 pk.1- 608E1 Evidence Tags w/ties, 100 pk.1- Technical Instructions1- SNC100CC Heavy Duty, Molded Carrying

Case; Dimensions: 17" x 13" x 7.375"(43.2cm x 33cm x 18.7cm);Weight: 26.2 lbs. (11.9kg)

Master Shake-N-Cast™ Casting Kit

No. SNC100 Kit and Components

Master Shake-N-Cast™ Impression KitThis kit includes five pre-measured pouches of Shake-N-Cast™ casting material containing the correct

amount of proprietary gypsum* and water in a self-contained packet. One pouch will cast an adult size footprint up to 15" (38.1cm) long. Merely press down on the pouch to break the water packet, shake for 30 seconds, knead the pouch for 1-2 minutes, and then pour into the impression.

The kit contains 2 cans of our Aerosol Dust & Dirt Hardener for preparing impressions in loose or sandy soil, as well as Silicone Release Agent to simplify cast removal and cleanup. Two cans of Snow Impression Wax are included for casting in ice or snow. The 2 casting frames are easily sized—one for footprints and one for tire tracks.

* Shake-N-Cast™ is becoming the preferred choice of crime scene specialists and crime laboratory personnel due to its exceptional strength. Typical casts are just .5"-.75" (13mm-19mm) thick. No reinforcement is needed.

OUTSTANDING FEATURES:• No more guessing at how much

water and plaster to use• Make casts in all kinds of condi-

tions—mud, dirt, sand, even snow!• No messy mixing bowls or buckets• Kit contains all materials and tools

for the best possible results


SNC100 Master Shake-N-Cast™ Impression Kit $236.90

Cast made using Cast made using No. SNC100.No. SNC100.


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Casting with HARD-CORE BLUE™ in Standing Water:It is possible to make a cast of an impression that is found under water using the

following procedure:1. Carefully place a restricter/casting frame around the impression. If possible, the

restricter should be wide enough so that it stands above the water's surface.

2. Lightly sprinkle HARD-CORE BLUE™ compound to completely cover the impres-sion to a thickness dependent on the water depth.

3. Mix HARD-CORE BLUE™ with mixing solution and pour the mixture on top of the compound covering the impression. Be certain to break the fall of the mixture with a stick, spoon or spatula.

4. Let cast setup 4. Let cast setup for 30 minutes for 30 minutes and remove. and remove. Allow to dry 24 hours before examining.

HARD-CORE BLUE™ Casting Techniques

The ultimate in convenience and utility for tire and footwear casting.

The ultimate in convenience and utility for The ultimate in convenience and utility for tire and footwear casting.

STEP 4: Pour into impres-sion (optional equip-ment shown).

STEP 2: Apply Dust & Dirt Hardener to the surface of the impression.

The ultimate in convenience and utility for tire and footwear casting.

STEP 3: Knead bag for about 2 minutes until well mixed.

The ultimate in convenience and utility for

STEP 3: Pour mixing so-lution into zip-top bag and seal.

STEPS 3 and 4STEP 1 STEP 2

Casting with HARD-CORE BLUE™:Use HARD-CORE BLUE™ in the same

manner as casting plaster. Follow these procedures for consistently good casts:1. Remove any debris, twigs or leaves

found lying on top of the impression. DO NOT remove any object embed-ded in the impression. Place a cast-ing frame (No. FCF100) around the im-pression.

2. Prepare the surface by adding several light coatings of Dust & Dirt Hardener (No. 638CA). Allow two to three min-utes of drying time between coatings. Hard soil or clay generally will not re-quire hardening. Apply a light coating of silicone release agent (No. SRA10) to the impression.

3. Pour the required amount of mixing solution into the bag with the HARD-CORE BLUE™ casting material and seal the zip-top bag.

4. Knead the mixture until thorough-ly blended (approximately two min-utes). The entire mixture should be a uniform color.

5. Pour the mixture into the impression, breaking its fall using a stick, spoon or spatula. Begin pouring around edges and allow the mixture to flow over the impression. Generally, the cast should be .5"-.75" (12.7mm-19mm) thick. No reinforcement required.

STEP 1: Remove debris not embedded and place casting frame around the impression.

Due to their size, tire and footprint impressions require a different casting medium than tool marks. For many years, crime scene investigators preferred “Plaster-of-Paris” as their first choice for recovering large impressions. In recent years, investigators have switched to die stone or dental stone materials. Die stone or dental stone forms a verydurable cast, requires no reinforcement and demonstrates no apparent shrinkage.

Footwear impression shown prior to casting.

HARD-CORE BLUE™ is poured on impression.

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HARD-CORE BLUE™ IMPRESSION COMPOUND

HCB2001 4.4 lbs. (1kg) $16.95

HCB3001 8.8 lbs. (2kg) $29.25

HARD-CORE BLUE™ MIXING SOLUTION

HCB2002 32 fl. oz. (946ml) $4.95

HCB3002 64 fl. oz. (1.9L) $7.75

HARD-CORE BLUE™ Products

About HARD-CORE BLUE™

Dental Stone Casting Material

HARD-CORE BLUE™ is an all-purpose, gypsum-based casting material that offers Herculean strength, accu-rate reproductions, simplicity of use and long term econo-my. It is a “dental stone” cast-ing material proven to be the most efficient and prac-tical method for casting tire and footprint impressions. Its superior strength eliminates the need for reinforcement. Typical casts are only .5"-.75" (12.7mm-19mm) thick!

AMAZING PROPERTIESHARD CORE BLUE™ has been stored for months on end in the trunk of a vehicle with no apparent loss of efficiency—from subfreezing tempera-tures to an excess of 100Otures to an excess of 100Otures to an excess of 100 F (38OC). It sets up in shorter time and has only a minor exother-mic reaction. Only larger im-pressions require damming or flow restriction.

CAT. NO. ZIP-MIX™ HARD-CORE CASTING COMBINATIONS

PRICE

HCB100Z 2.2 lbs (1kg) HARD-CORE Compound and 16 oz. (473ml)

HARD-CORE Solution

$13.95

HCB100 4.4 lbs (2kg) HARD-CORE Compound and 32 oz. (946ml)

HARD-CORE Solution

$25.95

No. HCB100 No. HCB100 Zip-Mix™ Casting ComboZip-Mix™ Casting Combo

Zip-Mix™ HARD-CORE Casting CombinationsZip-Mix™ HARD-CORE Casting CombinationsPre-measuredPre-measured HARD-CORE Casting Material and HARD-CORE BLUE™

Mixing Solution ensure a uniform mixture every time. Simply add the blue Mixing Solution ensure a uniform mixture every time. Simply add the blue solution to the zip-top bag and knead with both hands until smooth. Then, solution to the zip-top bag and knead with both hands until smooth. Then, pour into prepared impression area.pour into prepared impression area.

HARD-CORE BLUE™ Dental Stone Casting MaterialHARD-CORE BLUE™ casting material and solution are sold in pre-

measured amounts required for mixing. Familiarity with the prepara-tory process and the material itself is essential. Trial casts should pre-cede any actual evidential casting.

No. HCB3001

No. HCB2001

No. HCB3002

No. HCB2002

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HARD-CORE Tire and Footprint Casting Kit

639HCB CONTENTS:1- HCB2001 HARD-CORE Casting Material,

4.4 lbs. (2kg)1- HCB2002 HARD-CORE BLUE™ Mixing Solu-

tion, 32 fl. oz. (946ml)1- KCP155 Spatula, 7" (17.8cm), Steel Blade1-EPS30W Photo Evidence Rulers, 10 ea.

25-608E01 Evidence Tags with Ties1- STM1003 Modeling Clay, 1/4 lb. (113g)1- 638CA Aerosol Dust & Dirt Hardener,

Net Wt. 15 oz. (425g)


1- 642C Flexible Mixing Bowl, 4.25" (10.8cm)1- 643C Flexible Mixing Bowl, 4.75" (12.1cm)1- 644C Flexible Mixing Bowl, 5.25" (13.3cm)1- SP1000 Snow Impression Wax,

Net Wt. 15 oz. (425g)1- FCF100 Adjustable Casting Frame,

7.25" x 12"-18" (18.4cm x 30.5cm-45.7cm)2- 639C4 Base Builder, 8 oz. vol. (236ml)

1- KCP200 Surface Brush1- SK900 Tape Measure, English/metric 100 ft.

(30m)1- KCP142 Steel Mixing Spoon1- 639HCBC Black Molded Copolymer Car-

rying Case w/Folding Handle, Locking Latches and Molded Inserts; Dimensions: 17" x 13" x 7.375" (43.2cm x 33cm x 18.7cm); Weight: 22 lbs. (10kg)


639HCB HARD-CORE Tire and Footprint Casting Kit $306.50

HARD-CORE Tire and Footprint Casting KitThis complete kit includes materials and supplies for casting tire and footprint impressions at the crime

scene. HARD-CORE casting material permits detailed reproduction of impression evidence. Resulting casts are rock-hard and require no reinforcement. Use this kit for recovery of impressions found in snow, mud, sand and soil.

No. 639HCB Kit and Components

A cast made with HARD-CORE Casting A cast made with HARD-CORE Casting Material is fully-cured in approximately Material is fully-cured in approximately 30-45 minutes.

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No. CSP1000 Kit and Components

Master HARD-CORE and Liquid Silicone Casting KitThis complete field kit contains all the materials necessary to recover most forms of impression evidence

found at crime scenes. From tool marks to tire tracks, this kit offers efficient, thorough evidence collection. This kit's flexibility becomes evident when confronting various environmental situations.

Master HARD-CORE and Liquid Silicone Casting Kit

CSP1000 CONTENTS"1- HCB2001 HARD-CORE Casting Material,

4.4 lbs. (2kg)1- HCB2002 HARD-CORE BLUE™ Mixing Solu-

tion, 32 fl. oz. (946ml)1- KCP155 Spatula, 7" (17.8cm), Steel Blade1-EPS30W Photo Evidence Rulers, 10 ea.1- EIL01R SIRCHSEAL™ Label Roll

25-608E01 Evidence Tags with Ties1- STM1003 Modeling Clay, 1/4 lb. (113g)1- 638CA Aerosol Dust & Dirt Hardener,

Net Wt. 15 oz. (425g)1- 634C Liquid Silicone Rubber, 1 lb. (454g)


1- TM1 Vial of Catalyst1- 636C Silicone Rubber Thinner, 16 oz.

(473ml)1- 642C Flexible Mixing Bowl, 4.25" (10.8cm)1- 643C Flexible Mixing Bowl, 4.75" (12.1cm)1- 644C Flexible Mixing Bowl, 5.25" (13.3cm)1- SP1000 Snow Impression Wax,

Net Wt. 15 oz. (425g)2- 639C4 Base Builder, 8 oz. vol. (236ml)

1- FCF100 Adjustable Casting Frame, 7.25" x 12"-18" (18.4cm x 30.5cm-45.7cm)

1- KCP200 Surface Brush1- SK900 Tape Measure, English/metric

100 ft. (30m)1- KCP142 Steel Mixing Spoon1- CSP1000C Black Molded Copolymer

Carrying Case w/Folding Handle, Locking Latches and Molded Inserts; Dimensions: 17" x 13" x 7.375" (43.2cm x 33cm x 18.7cm); Weight: 24 lbs. (10.9kg)


CSP1000 Master HARD-CORE and Liquid Silicone Casting Kit $339.95

Cast made with No. CSP1000.

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Cast made in snow(prepared with

No. SP1000).

Tire and Footprint Casting

Dust & Dirt HardenerThe use of Dust & Dirt Harden-

er is an efficient method of pre-paring footprints and tire tracks found in loose or sandy soil.

The 638CA features a quick-drying, clear acrylic formula that adds superior strength to im-pressions—lessening the chance of detail damage due to the weight of the casting material. Use it with Plaster-of-Paris, HARD-CORE, or Shake-N-Cast™ mate-rials. One 15 oz. (425g) aerosol can is enough to make up to 30 full-size adult shoe impression ap-plications.

Snow Impression WaxImpressions found in snow or ice

present unique difficulties for recov-ery. Due to the fact that most gyp-sum-based casting materials gener-ate heat during the curing process, it is necessary to provide an insulat-ing medium. Spray Snow Impression Wax into the impression to prepare the surface for casting. This locks the impression detail to prevent melting when casting medium is applied. Net Wt. 15 oz. (425g) aerosol can.

Cast made in sand (prepared with

No. 638CA).

STEP 2: Apply several light STEP 2: Apply several light STEP 2:coats of Dust & Dirt Hardener, allowing 2-3 min. drying time between coats.

STEP 3: Mix and pour cast-STEP 3: Mix and pour cast-STEP 3:ing material into impression, breaking fall with a spoon or spatula to .5"-.75" (12.7mm-19mm) thickness. Allow 30 min. to cure.

STEP 1: Apply 2 coats of Snow STEP 1: Apply 2 coats of Snow STEP 1:Impression Wax from 10"-12" (25.4cm-30.5cm). Then, spray 6 more coats from 6" (15.2cm). Allow 1-2 min. drying time be-tween coats.


638CA Dust & Dirt Hardener $16.95


SP1000 Snow Impression Wax $15.95

STEP 1: Remove debris not em-STEP 1: Remove debris not em-STEP 1:bedded and place casting frame around the impression.

STEP 2: Prepare sufficient STEP 2: Prepare sufficient STEP 2:amount of dental stone cast-ing material to make cast .5"-.75" (12.7mm-19mm) thick and cover. Cure 60 min., remove and dry 48 hrs.

How to Use Snow Impression Wax:

Three Easy Steps:

NO. SP1000 DUAL PURPOSE1. It provides insulation from curing heat

of casting medium.2. It hardens impression, preventing it

from being crushed by the weight of casting medium.

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Universal Photo Evidence Stand


UPS100 Universal Evidence Photo Stand w/UPS101W scales $249.50

WHITE MAGNETIC SCALE SETS

UPS101W English, set of 4* $5.95

UPS102W Metric, set of 4* $5.95

BLACK MAGNETIC SCALE SETS

UPS101B English, set of 4* $5.95

UPS102B Metric, set of 4* $5.95*Set consists of 2 long and 2 short scales.*Set consists of 2 long and 2 short scales.*Set consists of 2 long and 2 short scales.

No. UPS100 (camera not included).

SPECIAL NOTE: Some cameras SPECIAL NOTE: Some cameras SPECIAL NOTE:have a tripod mounting that isn't directly in line with the lens. Additional mounting holes have been provided (see photo above) that permit repositioning the tripod extension arm mount on the main frame. Remove the screw securing the mount and reposition it as required.

The No. UPS100 outperforms cumbersome tripods—and the entire unit disassembles in seconds!

No. UPS100 used in the field to photograph tire tracks.

Specifically designed for evidence photography!The UPS100 outperforms cumbersome photographic tripods—no tripod legs

showing up in photos and full-length photo scales are built-in on all four sides.The UPS100 frame is constructed of heavy duty steel. Polished steel is used

for photo scale mounting and it features an adjustable extension arm with quick-release, professional-duty camera-type mount. This copy stand is sturdy enough to support most digital and analog (film-type) cameras up to 2.5 lbs. (1.1kg) and for convenient storage, the entire unit disassembles in seconds.

Here’s the ideal companion for photographing impression evidence and other items as well. The evidence scales are printed on magnetic strips for easy replacement. The top and bottom scales adjust the full length of the frame as-

suring accurate measure-ments.

No. UPS101W, set of 4 magnetic English scales, is provided. Optional scales are available (both metric and English).

UPS100 SPECIFICATIONS:Frame Interior Area:

12.75" x 14.875" (32.4cm x 37.8cm)

Adjustable Extension Arm: 9.5"-16" (21.4cm-40.6cm)

Total Weight: 5.9 lbs. (2.7kg)Total Weight: 5.9 lbs. (2.7kg)

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Footwear Impressions and Lifters


BIF100 BIO-FOAM® Impression Kit® Impression Kit® $4.95

BIF101 BIO-FOAM® Impression Kits (case of 24)® Impression Kits (case of 24)® $99.95/24


FR001 Footprint Residue Lifters $24.25/12

CAT. NO. RUBBER/GEL FOOTPRINT LIFTERS PRICE

647C100 1 Black and 1 White $21.95

Resulting cast made fromNo. BIF100 Impression (right).

No. 647C100No. 647C100

SEARCH® Rubber/Gel Footprint LiftersThe SEARCH® Rubber/Gel Footprint Lifters are ® Rubber/Gel Footprint Lifters are ®

uniquely designed to allow for an accurate trans-fer of foot or footwear prints from dusty and/or dirty surfaces. They are particularly useful when deal-ing with lightly covered surfaces because they don’t generate static electricity like standard lifting tapes. No. 647C100 consists of two 6" x 15" (15.2cm x 38.1cm) rubber footprint lifters—one black and one white.

Footprint Residue Footprint Residue LiftersLiftersThe sensitive acrylic adhesive of these lifters ad-

heres to the most minute particles. The 6" x 15" (15.2cm x 38.1cm) lifters come with an adhesive protector and transparent plastic backing sheets. Packaged in sets of twelve.

BIO-FOAM® Impression SystemHere’s a quick and easy system of making footwear impressions without dam-

aging or contaminating the footwear. Simply press the footwear onto the surface of the BIO-FOAM®, spray on a thin coating of Aero-

sol Dust & Dirt Hardener (Cat. No. 638CA), and then mix and pour in Shake-N-Cast™ (No.

SNC42) ready-to-use casting materi-al. This makes a permanent impres-

sion of the footwear. The high density foam provides ex-tremely fine detail and comes packaged in a self-storing cardboard con-tainer.

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One of the most overlooked forms of physical evidence at the crime scene is impression evidence. This is largely due to a lack of specific training in the

proper search, collection and preservation of impression evidence, and to the fact that it is often undervalued or simply not understood.

Locating and recovering the obvious kinds of impression evidence—tire tracks and footprints—isn’t the problem. It’s the not so apparent kinds of impressions that are difficult to locate, accidentally damaged or obliterated, and are often missed during the crime scene search. We

are talking about dust print impressions. Many indoor crime scenes that you will investigate contain varying amounts of dust on different surfaces.

That’s where the ESP900 becomes most useful.

ESP900 Electrostatic Dust Print LifterThe ESP900 Electrostatic Dust Print Lifter consists of a high voltage power

supply/control unit, a nickel-plated steel ground plane and a metallized lifting medium. Older electrostatic models required the use of two lifting mats—one positively charged and one negatively charged. Our latest electrostatic lifter uses only one metallized plastic sheet and a metal ground plane. As high volt-age is applied to the lifting mat, it takes on a negative charge and the ground plane becomes positive. Any dust present under the mat will take on a positive charge and will then be attracted to the negatively charged collection mat. A dust print that is transferred to the lifting mat will appear as a precise mirror image of the original print and lifts made from rough-surfaced floor tile or irregular flooring of any kind are facili-tated using this method.

ESP900 CONTENTS:1- Electrostatic Voltage Control Unit1- Ground Plane, nickel-plated steel, 4" x 6"

(10.2cm x 15.2cm)1- Ground Plane Polycarbonate Insulating Sheet,

5" x 7" (12.7cm x 17.8cm)1- Insulated Roller1- 9V Alkaline Battery

1- Technical Information Packet

1- Static Discharge Cable1- ESP901 Metallized Lifting Mats in protective tube,

5 ea.1- Molded Carrying Case

Electrostatic Dust Print Lifter


ESP900 Electrostatic Dust Print Lifter w/ESP901 Lifting Mats $619.00

LIFTING MATERIAL

ESP901 2 ft. x 3 ft. (61cm x 91.4cm) Lifting Mats $15.50/5

ESP902 2 ft. x 3 ft. (61cm x 91.4cm) Lifting Mats $29.50/10

ESP905 12" x 25 ft. (30.5cm x 7.6m) Roll of Lifting Material $16.25

ESP906 12" x 50 ft. (30.5cm x 15.2m) Roll of Lifting Material $26.00

ESP909 Lifting Mat Evidence Boxes, 39" x 27" x 1" (98.1cm x 68.6cm x 2.5cm)

$49.95/10

Dust prints are not only found on horizontal surfaces, but from vertical surfaces like a door. These prints can be lifted by setting up the ESP900 as shown above. The resulting lift from the door is depicted below.

The ESP900—producing amazing results on a variety of surfaces!

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EZID400 CONTENTS:1- EZID402 Pre-impregnated

Inkless Impression Pad, 6.75" x 16.75" (17.1cm x 42.5cm); Good for 250-300 Impressions

1- EZID402C Preprinted Inkless Shoe Impression Cards, 5.5" x 16.5" (14cm x 41.9cm), 200 pk.

1- EZID403 Shoe Impression Rejuvenator Ink, 15ml bottle (ten 1.5ml applications)

1- KCP212 Molded Polypropylene Carrying Case; Dimensions: 17.5" x 7.75" x 2.375" (44.4cm x 19.7cm x 6cm)

The perfect Dust Print Lifter companion!

EZID™ Stainfree Footwear Impression System


EZID400 EZID™ Stainfree Footwear Impression System

$79.50

EZID402C Replacement Inkless Impression Cards, 5.5" x 16.5" (14cm x 41.9cm)

$44.95/200

Superior results with NO MESS!

STEP 1: Fill out the information STEP 1: Fill out the information STEP 1:side of the Inkless Impression Card.

STEP 2: Have suspect step STEP 2: Have suspect step STEP 2:onto inkless impression pad, rolling heel-to-toe.

STEP 3: Place card with un-STEP 3: Place card with un-STEP 3:printed side up on smooth surface. Place shoe on top of impression card and roll from heel-to-toe. Allow up to 5 min. for development

No. EZID400 Kit and Components

EZID400 Stainfree Footwear Impression SystemUp until now the choices for recording actual shoe print evidence to com-

pare against lifted impressions have been limited. Two of the more popular methods involved rolling fingerprint ink on the sole of the shoe and transfer-ring it to paper or applying black fingerprint powder to the sole, and then transferring it to an adhesive-coated surface. Both methods create quite a mess both before taking the impression and cleaning-up afterward.

After months of research, development and testing a completely for-mulation, SIRCHIE® is proud to introduce the EZID™ Stainfree Footwear ® is proud to introduce the EZID™ Stainfree Footwear ®

System—a system that produces quality impressions without the messy clean-up!

The EZID™ system consists of a pre-impregnated stainfree pad and pre-sensitized impression cards. More than 200 footwear impressions can be taken from a single EZID™ stainfree pad. And since no ink is visible on the surface it is applied to, no cleanup is necessary. Plus, the reverse side of the impression cards are printed with an im-pression evidence report for recording all pertinent information.

The EZID400 kit is the ideal tool for use in the crime laboratory, at the crime scene and is excellent for elimination of prints at crime scenes! It is simple to use and can record even the smallest details of wear and tear found on foot-wear. The most outstanding feature is that there is no messy cleanup after im-pressions are taken.

Sample shoe impressions

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DUROCAST™ Casting PuttyForced entry of any premises usually is ac-

complished with the aid of tools or jimmying de-vices. The indentations left by these tools should be preserved using SIRCHIE®’s DUROCAST™ Impression Compound. Its putty-like consisten-cy enables impression castings on vertical or horizontal surfac-es. Castings may be made of tool marks, firing pin marks and breech face marks, with exact detail.


DOC101 DUROCAST™ Compound 23.28 oz. (660g) w/DOC100C Catalyst 5g and scoop

$69.50

DOC330 DUROCAST™ Compound 11.64 oz. (330g) w/DOC100C Catalyst 5g and scoop

$25.50

DUROCAST™ Casting Products


DOC1000 DUROCAST™ Impression Compound Kit $89.50

DOC1000 CONTENTS:1- DOC1001C DUROCAST™ Im-

pression Compound, 23.28 oz. (660g)

1- DOC100C DUROCAST™ Impres-sion Compound Catalyst, 5g

1- DOC100S Plastic Measuring Spoon

1- DOC1 Carrying Case, Texturized Molded Plastic; Dimensions: 12.125" x 7.25" x 5.5"(30.8cm x 18.4cm x 14cm);Weight: 3.72 lbs. (1.7g)

STEP 1: Use one level scoop STEP 1: Use one level scoop STEP 1:of DUROCAST™ Impression Compound. For approx. area of 1.5" x 3" (3.8cm x 7.6cm).

STEP 3: Squeeze a line of STEP 3: Squeeze a line of STEP 3:catalyst along the length of scoop impression and mix thoroughly with hand.

STEP 4: Press compound into STEP 4: Press compound into STEP 4:impression. Allow 8-12 min-utes for setup and remove.

STEP 2: Flatten material in STEP 2: Flatten material in STEP 2:palm, making an indentation with overturned scoop.

No. DOC1000 Kit and Components.No. DOC1000 Kit and Components.

Cast of ink depth of $20 bill.

Cast of hammer claw.

Mixing Procedure:

No. DOC101

DUROCAST™ Impression Compound KitDUROCAST™ Impression Casting Compound highlights this convenient

field kit. Extremely fine detail is available for impressions ranging from stria-tions on a bullet casting to a footprint in hardened concrete.

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No. DSP100 Kit and Components.

TexturLift™ Silicone Casting Kit


DSP100 TexturLift™ Kit $99.50

DSP100 CONTENTS:1- SB201L Silver/Black Latent Print Powder,

2 oz. (59ml)1- 122L1 Fiberglass Brush1- MCM100W Mikrosil™ (white putty),

7 oz. (23ml) w/MCM100CA Mikrosil™ Catalyst

1- PFP602 PRINTMATIC™ Ink Pad1- LB002 Gloss White Backing Card Pad,

2.25" x 4" (5.7cm x 10.2cm), 50 sheets5- Wooden Applicator Sticks5- White Plastic Mixing Surface Cards1- DSP100C Black Molded Copolymer Car-

rying Case w/Folding Handle, Locking Latches and Molded Inserts; Dimensions: 12.6875" x 8.9375" x 4.75" (32.2cm x 22.7cm x 12.1cm); Weight: 2.6 lbs. (1.2kg)

Using TexturLift™ on Textured Surfaces:

STEP 1: Latent prints are dusted with STEP 1: Latent prints are dusted with STEP 1:SB201L Silver/Black Powder on crum-pled plastic bag.

STEP 2: Mix and apply lifting com-STEP 2: Mix and apply lifting com-STEP 2:pound to developed latents. Allow 10-15 minutes to set up.

STEP 3: Resultant cast lift.STEP 3: Resultant cast lift.STEP 3:

TexturLift™ lifts latent prints from soft or wet surfaces including wet paint. The lift on the left was inked before transferring the resul-tant print to a backing card (right).

TexturLift™ Silicone Casting KitDeveloping latent prints on textured surfaces is usually not a diffi-

cult task, but lifting those prints is. The TexturLift™ Kit provides a simple-to-use method that permits lifting prints from difficult surfaces such as computers and associated peripherals, automobile dashes and inte-rior side panels, leather goods, luggage, etc. The kit also simplifies lift-ing prints left in soft material such as wet paint, putty around windows, clay, etc.

The TexturLift™ Kit contains No. MCM100W Mikrosil™ plus catalyst and necessary mix-ing materials, No. SB201L Silver/Black Latent Print Powder (us-able on virtually any surface), and a PRINTMATIC™ Ink Pad (No. PFP602).

The most simple-to-use method of lifting prints from difficult surfaces such as wet paint and plastic bags!

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PVS100 CONTENTS:1- PVS100EG Extruder Gun

12- PVS100N Nozzles with spreader tips

12- PVS100NT Nozzles w/out spreader tips

1- PVS100W White Dual Car-tridge, 50ml

1- PVS100B Brown Dual Car-tridge, 50ml

1- PVS100T Transparent Dual Cartridge, 50ml

10- PVS100AS Applicator Sticks1- Molded Plastic Carrying

Case w/pre-cut insert

PVS100 FEATURES:• Eliminates mixing errors—a

perfect mixture every time• Sets up in 4-6 minutes• Available in Brown, White

and Transparent• Makes casts of tool marks,

bite marks on skin, lifts pow-dered prints from textured surfaces

• Lifted powder prints won’t rub off

• No waste—use only what you need for the task at hand

• Non-toxic formula

All-Purpose Evidence Recovery Kit


PVS100 All-Purpose Evidence Recovery Kit $189.50

PVS100W Replacement White Dual Cartridge, 50ml $30.45

PVS100B Replacement Brown Dual Cartridge, 50ml $30.45

PVS100T Replacement Transparent Dual Cartridge, 50ml $30.45

PVS100NT Replacement Nozzles with Spreader Tips, 12 ea. $23.50

PVS100N Replacement Nozzles w/out Spreader Tips, 12 ea. $10.80

No. PVS100 Kit and Components

How PVS100 Works:

Powder developed latent print is lifted from quarter with intricate detail.

Tool mark left behind in wood is cast using the brown compound of PVC100.

An easy-to-use, self-mixing, silicone-based casting kit!Here’s the newest addition to our silicone-based evidence collection ma-

terials. The PVS100 (polyvinyl siloxane) offers a unique method of mixing and applying liquid silicone for the collection of tool marks, bite marks, blood prints and even developed latent fingerprints.

An on-going problem with many silicone recovery methods is proper mix-ing of compound and catalyst. The PVS100 eliminates the mess and the guess-work by automatically mixing the exact proportions needed. Just squeeze the trigger and the two compounds are forced through a mixing tip and are dis-pensed onto the surface.

This incredible formula is the perfect method for lifting powdered latent prints from textured, irregular or curved surfaces. The transparent formula en-ables direct viewing of the print. Opaque formulas produce a reversed im-age. In many instances, transparent prints may be placed directly onto a flat-bed scanner and scanned into bed scanner and scanned into a computer (see coin and tool a computer (see coin and tool mark examples below).

STEP 1: Latent print is devel-oped on a soda can with SB201L Silver/Black Latent Print Powder.

STEP 2: Apply the silicone material to the surface with the Extruder Gun and allow to setup 4-6 minutes.

STEP 3: The resultant lift peeled from the can. Print will not rub off the lift.

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Mikrosil™ Casting Material Kit


MCM100B Mikrosil™ Brown Casting Material Kit w/MCM100CA Catalyst $26.95

MCM100BL Mikrosil™ Black Casting Material Kit w/MCM100CA Catalyst $26.95

MCM100G Mikrosil™ Gray Casting Material Kit w/MCM100CA Catalyst $26.95

MCM100W Mikrosil™ White Casting Material Kit w/MCM100CA Catalyst $26.95

MCM100CA Replacement Mikrosil™ Catalyst $5.95

MCM100 CONTENTS:1- MCM100 Mikrosil™ (white, brown, black

or gray putty—specify when ordering), 7 oz. (23ml)

1- MCM100CA Mikrosil™ Catalyst5- Wooden Applicator Sticks5- White Plastic Mixing Surface Cards

How to Use Mikrosil™:

STEP 1: Measure out lengths of base and catalyst. (Note that catalyst is slightly shorter than base.)

STEP 2: Mix thoroughly with supplied wooden applicator stick.

STEP 3: Apply to surface area you want to cast. Allow to setup 10 min.

STEP 4: After peeling the cast from the surface, compare with suspected tool.

MCM100B cast comparison of pry bar. MCM100G print lift from vinyl surface.

Use for high-contrast casts of small details!

When casting small details that need high-contrast for microscopic examinations, use the Mikrosil™ Casting Material Kit. It consists of two easy-to-use tubes, plastic mixing surface cards and wooden applica-tor sticks. The large tube contains putty material (available in brown, gray, black or white) and the smaller tube contains catalyst. Brown and gray are preferred by tool mark examiners while white and black are used to lift dusted latent fingerprints from rough or textured sur-faces.

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SIRCHTRAK™ Tire Tread and Footwear Print-Out System


STT100 SIRCHTRAK™ System $99.50

STT100 CONTENTS:10- STT103 SIRCHTRAK™ Print-Out Sheets1- STT102 SIRCHTRAK™ Impression Board,

13" x 19" (33cm x 48.3cm)1- STT101 Sheet of Foam Rubber Material

for shoe print impressions, 11" x 17" (27.9cm x 43.2cm)

How SIRCHTRAK™ Works:

STEP 1: Drive the vehicle with the suspect tire tread over a sheet of SIRCHTRAK™ attached to the impres-sion board.

STEP 2: Pressure of the tire under load transfers the carbon carrier to the ad-hesive-coated receiver sheet. Simply peel off carrier and discard.

POINTS OF COMPARISON:1. Overall tread design2. Dimensions between ridges and

sections3. Positions of ridges relative to one

another4. Unusual wear, markings and distinc-

tive features5. Amount and type of wear

An accurate “signature” of suspect tire!To accurately compare tire print evidence, the track left by the

suspect tire should be recorded under the pressure of the vehicle. SIRCHTRAK™ is a new, easy-to-use “drive over” system that gives a permanent record of the tire under load, making comparisons to casts and/or photographs more reliable and eliminating dusting or inking of tires to be examined.

How It Works:Simply lay a sheet of SIRCHTRAK™ on the impression board and

drive the vehicle over it. The pressure of the tire under load causes the interleaved carbon carrier to transfer to the adhesive-coated receiver sheet. Simply peel off the carbon carrier and discard.

System Benefits:Unlike conventional meth-

ods of making test tracks, the tire tread imprints are exact, uniform, high-contrast reproduc-tions which become an accu-rate “signature” of the suspect tire. The SIRCHTRAK™ printout is perfect for comparison purposes and ultimate courtroom presen-tations.

TIRE TRACKS—Tread impression of

suspect's tire.

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