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Fingerprint Processing and Identification Equipment


AEL Category: 20. Intervention Equipment

AEL Title: Equipment, Fingerprint Processing and Identification

AEL Number: 20CS-01-AFIS

SAVER Project: Fingerprint Processing and Identification Equipment

Fingerprint processing and identification equipment is used to capture fingerprints, identify minute details unique to an individual, and convert those minutiae into a system of numerical values that can be searched using recognition software. This equipment is used to verify identities.

Find this project in the FEMA Authorized Equipment List and InterAgency Board Interactive Standardized Equipment List.

Attachment Ext. Size Date
Fingerprint Processing and Identification Equipment Highlight (February 2013) PDF 405.92 KB
Fingerprint Processing and Identification Equipment TechNote (December 2012) PDF 87.78 KB
Live Scan Fingerprint Systems Market Survey Report (September 2013) PDF 658.71 KB
Last Updated: 01/31/2023
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