Germany | NATO DIANA Energy & Power 2026
Field-deployed colorimetric detection of home-made and military explosives
NATO DIANA 2026 Cohort
Herges Detection GmbH specializes in field-deployed colorimetric detection solutions for both Home-Made Explosives (HME) and military-grade explosives. Their flagship products, the hergex® Multi-Stick 1000 and 2000, are designed as simple, disposable test sticks. These sticks provide rapid and reliable identification of high-energy substances, enhancing safety and operational efficiency for security personnel.
A key differentiator is the extreme ease of use, requiring no power, electronics, warm-up time, or professional training, making it ideal for immediate field deployment. Its high sensitivity allows detection of all classes of explosives, including both HME and military types, with immediate, visual results. The compact, lightweight design fits comfortably in a jacket pocket, offering unparalleled mobility and convenience compared to bulkier detection equipment.
This technology is crucial for defense and security as it provides rapid, on-the-spot threat identification, significantly reducing response times in critical situations. It enhances the safety of frontline personnel by minimizing exposure to unknown substances and enabling quick decision-making. The ability to detect both HME and military explosives addresses a broad spectrum of contemporary threats, making it a vital tool for human resilience.
The low cost per test stick, coupled with the elimination of expensive laboratory equipment, specialized training, and maintenance, offers a significant return on investment. It saves valuable time and resources by providing immediate results in the field, preventing the need for costly and time-consuming lab analyses. By enabling rapid threat neutralization, it helps prevent incidents that could incur immense financial and human costs.
Given its description as a 'field-deployed' product ready for 'on-site under real-world' conditions, the hergex® Multi-Sticks are at a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 8-9. This indicates a fully developed and proven system ready for or already in operational deployment. The product has undergone testing and validation for practical use in demanding environments.
Herges Detection GmbH offers hergex® Multi-Sticks, innovative colorimetric test sticks for rapid, field-deployed detection of home-made and military explosives. These easy-to-use, highly sensitive devices provide immediate, reliable results within five seconds, requiring no external equipment or specialized training. The solution significantly enhances safety and operational efficiency for frontline security personnel by democratizing explosive threat identification.