Pepper Spray, mace & Tear Gas – What are they?

Since ancient times the idea of chemical agents to disrupt and incapacitate attackers has existed. Over the past 60 years, chemical agents used in military and law enforcement has rapidly evolved. CN Tear Gas, CS Tear Gas & Oleoresin Capsicum are highlighted below.

CN Tear Gas (aka mace)

CN is a powerful lacrimator (tear-producing substance) & respiratory irritant. Common effects when exposed to CN include: uncontrollable tearing, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, nausea & stinging sensation of the skin. It may also induce psychological effects such as panic & fear.

CN Tear Gas relies on pain compliance and is therefore, most effective on individuals who are coherent and have a normal pain threshold. Those who are intoxicated, mentally disturbed or extremely agitated generally are less affected by CN.

CS Tear Gas (Military Tear Gas)

In the 1960’s, the US Army replaced CN with CS Tear Gas. Officials believed CS was far less toxic and more effective than CN. CS, also a lacrimating irritant, immediately affects the mucous membranes, causing perfuse tearing, runny rose and persistent coughing/sneezing. Also accompanied with CS is nausea, tightness of chest and burning sensation of the skin along with fear & panic. Like CN, CS relies on pain compliance.

Oleoresin Capsicum (aka OC or Pepper Spray)

OC is a natural substance produced from concentrated red peppers. OC is an inflammatory agent and upon contact, the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose & throat will become inflamed & swollen. Furthermore, OC produces involuntary eye closure, loss of breathe sensation, nasal/sinus discharge & redness/burning sensation of the skin. Fear, panic & anxiety may also be accompanied.

Due to OC’s inflammatory principles, it is more effective than CN or CS on those who cannot not feel pain (emotionally disturbed, intoxicated, drugged and mentally ill individuals). OC’s inflammatory effects have also proven very effective against animals comparatively speaking. OC is actually the active ingredient in bear sprays.

In short , OC is an inflammatory agent and unlike CS & CN Tear Gas, OC does not require the attacker/subject to feel pain in order to be effective.  OC’s inflammatory effects are more effective on those are who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, emotionally disturbed or goal oriented. Because of these reasons, law enforcement agencies worldwide trust & rely upon OC sprays.

Non law enforcement should also consider a defense spray which contains OC/Red Pepper (SABRE RED) or a blend of OC/Red Pepper with CS Tear Gas and Ultra Violet Marking Dye (SABRE Advanced 3-In-1 Formulation).  The SABRE Advanced 3-In-1 Formulation is not legal in MI, NY & WI. 

SABRE RED Pepper Spray on "The Doctors" this Friday 1/6/12

Great News - David Nance will discuss SABRE RED and Pepper Spray Performance & Safety Advantages this Friday on the National TV Show “The Doctors”.  Pepper Spray (aka mace) has been in the news recently with the UC Davis & Occupy Protests.  David addresses the myths and questions regarding pepper spray.

“The Doctors” The Emmy Award-winning show The Doctors: ER physician Dr. Travis Stork, OB/GYN Lisa Masterson, plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Drew Ordon, and pediatrician Dr. Jim Sears. This groundbreaking show, launched in 2008, does for health care what Dr. Phil has done for psychology – provides frank discussions in a fascinating, off-the-cuff manner. Expect these experts to weigh in on compelling guest issues and dispense valuable information about health topics du jour.

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“The Doctors” chose SABRE RED because we are the industry leader.  This will be fantastic exposure for SABRE RED.

Pepper Spray - Best New Packaging Winner

Security Equipment Corporation (SEC), manufacturers of SABRE pepper sprays and SABRE personal safety products, has been named by the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) as a 2011 New Packaging Showcase Winner in the marketing category.  The win comes as a result of SEC’s redesigned packaging for their popular pink pepper spray unit benefitting The National Breast Cancer Foundation (model # HC-NBCF-01 & KR-NBCF-02).  The SABRE RED packaging was redesigned to showcase SEC’s commitment to safety and education through their support of the NBCF as well as through the SABRE’s Personal Safety Academy (PSA).

The partnership between Security Equipment and the National Breast Cancer Foundation enables consumers throughout the United States to support an excellent charity while equipping themselves or a loved one with the increased safety provided by SABRE RED pepper spray.  Since 2009, SEC has provided the NBCF with incredible support donating over $350,000 to become a Platinum Level Sponsor.  Look for the new pink packaging and join the fight against both cancer and crime. “We are very honored and excited to win this award, especially since the show was sold out with nearly 5,000 booths”, said David Nance, SEC’s Vice President of Sales & Marketing.  The Best Packaging award was decided upon by The Institue of Packaging Professionals.  Excellent packaging, outstanding product reliability and smart branding strategies are top reasons why SABRE RED is the number one selling pepper spray worldwide.