Kromek’s D5 RIID selected by the UK Ministry of Defence
September 16th 2024 – Kromek, the designer and manufacturer of radiological and biological detectors, based in Sedgefield, Co. Durham, has won a £2 million contract from the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) for its D5 RIID and associated accessories.
The D5 RIID is a small, light, wearable Radioisotope Identification Device (RIID) with an expansive radioisotope library, an ultra low false alarm rate and a networked capability to allow for reachback to a command centre. It can be hand-held, body-worn or mounted on an uncrewed platform and remotely operated, and has exceptional endurance.
The UK MOD contract also includes the external Alpha Beta probe, which attaches to the D5 RIID and allows the device to also detect Alpha and Beta radiation. This makes the D5 RIID the most versatile detector of its size.
The D5 RIID combines small form factor with powerful radiometric performance and enhanced sensitivity at a medium resolution of less than 4% for accurate adjudication. Fast to start and identifies within seconds, the high sensitivity of the device means that any source, even very low activity sources, can be accurately detected, with very low false alarm rates. You will have data you can rely on to make those important decisions.
Commenting on the win, Craig Duff, Kromek’s Commercial Director (Nuclear), said “This major order from the UK MoD is a national endorsement of the groundbreaking capability of the D5 RIID. Coming so soon after the recent DIMS [Detection, Identification and Monitoring Equipment Uplift] contract award on the UK’s National Resilience Framework from Merseyside Fire and Rescue Services, this reflects a growing confidence in the capability of Kromek’s suite of radiation detection products.”
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