FLIR Introduces Fido X2 Handheld Explosives Trace Detector

FLIR Introduces Fido X2 Handheld Explosives Trace Detector A Cost-Effective Sensing Instrument for Law Enforcement Agencies That Delivers Exceptional Performance WILSONVILLE, OR--(Marketwired - October 22, 2015) - FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) today announced the launch of the Fido(R) X2, the latest addition to its leading-edge Fido X-Series handheld explosives trace detectors (ETD). Offering high sensitivity at an accessible price, the easy-to-use Fido X2 features FLIR's proprietary TrueTrace(TM) technology to quickly and accurately detect a broad range of chemicals used in the manufacture of homemade, commercial, and military explosives. At less than 1.5 pounds and featuring a new ergonomic design, the Fido X2 is ultra-lightweight and durable for maximum portability. Intended to be used by state and local law enforcement agencies and first responders at security checkpoints or during high alert stages, the Fido X2 screens vehicles and personal belongings for explosives residue that might indicate contact with explosives or incendiary devices. FLIR's field-proven TrueTrace technology features a proprietary multiplexed luminescence technique for sensing trace levels of explosive chemicals and is uniquely formulated to detect a broad range of explosives. With analysis provided in ten seconds or less, law enforcement officers can quickly and accurately screen for threats to mass transit, sporting arenas, and critical infrastructure with confidence. The Fido X2's guided user interface allows law enforcement to deploy units broadly across officers with minimal formal training. On-screen prompts and simple go/no-go alarms guide users through operation and aids sampling and decision-making. The Fido X2 also features on-device video training that provides real-time help and reduces the cost and logistical burden of recurrent training. "The Fido X2 is the latest FLIR product that strives to ensure public safety, and does so at a price-to-value ratio that is unprecedented," said Andy Teich, President and CEO of FLIR. "The extraordinary sensitivity of the Fido X2 means that users can detect the most minute explosives residue. Additionally, its focus on ease-of-use will allow it to be deployed broadly across many applications and its low price point will allow our life-saving technology to reach a wider base of customers." FLIR will showcase the Fido X2 for the first time at the International Association of Chiefs of Police Show on October 24 - 27 in Chicago, IL, booth #1640 and the Agency of Tomorrow Pavilion, booth #3211. The Fido X2 will be available globally through FLIR distribution partners in early 2016 with an MSRP starting at $9,995 USD. To learn more about the Fido X2, visit: http://www.flir.com/fidox2. About FLIR Systems FLIR Systems, Inc. is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of sensor systems that enhance perception and awareness. FLIR's advanced systems and components are used for a wide variety of thermal imaging, situational awareness, and security applications, including airborne and ground-based surveillance, condition monitoring, navigation, recreation, research and development, manufacturing process control, search and rescue, drug interdiction, transportation safety, border and maritime patrol, environmental monitoring, and chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosives (CBRNE) threat detection. For more information, visit FLIR's web site at www.FLIR.com. Forward-Looking Statements The statements in this release by Andy Teich and the other statements in this release about the product described above are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are based on current expectations, estimates, and projections about FLIR's business based, in part, on assumptions made by management. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements due to numerous factors, including the following: the ability to manufacture and deliver the systems referenced in this release, changes in pricing of FLIR's products, changing demand for FLIR's products, product mix, the impact of competitive products and pricing, constraints on supplies of critical components, excess or shortage of production capacity, the ability of FLIR to manufacture and ship products in a timely manner, FLIR's continuing compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, and other risks discussed from time to time in FLIR's Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports. In addition, such statements could be affected by general industry and market conditions and growth rates, and general domestic and international economic conditions. Such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and FLIR does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this release, or for changes made to this document by wire services or Internet service providers. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Media Contact Tim McDowd 503-498-3146 tim.mcdowd@flir.com Investor Relations Shane Harrison 503-498-3547 shane.harrison@flir.com Source: FLIR Systems, Inc. News Provided by Acquire Media