Feb 3, 2017 | IR flag patch, IR patches, IR reflective film, Military, Thermal Film, Understanding IR Technology
IR reflective and Thermal films? What are they and why does it matter to you? For sure each film will ID you to protect against friendly accidents. But grasping how they ID is important to assure a safe, successful, operation. Each film is invisible infrared...
Oct 20, 2016 | IR flag patch, IR patches, IR reflective film, Military, Police
IR Reflective film has been reliable for IFF protection since WWII IR (infrared) retro-reflective film is probably the most popular and well known identification film used in military and law enforcement operations today. Since its inception in WWII, IR...
Sep 11, 2015 | IR flag patch, Police, Understanding IR Technology
IR.Tools™ builds Fusion patches. A merging together of 2 of our infrared films into one unique protective patch. The majority of our fusion patches are built with a covert infrared Field film with a photoluminescent (glow-in-the-dark) film. These patches give you the...
May 18, 2015 | IR flag patch, IR patches, IR reflective film, Military
Do you ever question how often friendly fire accidents occur? In any given conflict, statistics show there is up to a 20% casualty rate due to friendly fire. History reminds us of the infamous friendly fire death of Stonewall Jackson in the Civil War. The recent Iraq...
May 1, 2015 | IR flag patch, Understanding IR Technology
We are often asked, “How far away can I see a thermal ID marker ?” While this is actually a complicated question, let me breakdown it for you to help you understand. First, keep in mind that thermal imagers DO NOT amplify energy while...
Mar 3, 2015 | IR flag patch, IR patches, IR reflective film, Military
SandStorm Technology™ vs Honeycomb patch To answer the nagging question, “Which IR patch proves better in sandblast test?” we conducted a controlled test with a SandStorm Technology™ patch vs a honeycomb patch. Most buyers are familiar with the...
