The TRACE Ballistic Chamber: Revolutionizing Forensic Ballistics for Law Enforcement and Crime Labs

In the ongoing fight against gun violence, forensic ballistics plays a critical role in solving firearm-related crimes. The TRACE Ballistic Chamber is an innovative solution designed to streamline and revolutionize how crime laboratories and law enforcement agencies process ballistic evidence. With its cutting-edge technology and unmatched versatility, TRACE empowers agencies to process seized firearms quickly, accurately, and efficiently, making communities safer and investigations faster.

What Is the TRACE Ballistic Chamber?

The TRACE Ballistic Chamber is a compact, self-contained system that allows law enforcement agencies and crime labs to test-fire firearms safely and capture ballistic evidence such as bullets and casings. This evidence can then be analyzed and entered into the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) to identify links between firearms and crimes across jurisdictions.

With its mobile capability and space-saving design, TRACE offers a modern, efficient alternative to traditional ballistic water tanks or indoor shooting ranges, making it a game-changing tool for agencies and labs of all sizes.

Key Features That Set TRACE Apart

The TRACE Ballistic Chamber isn’t just another ballistic tool — it’s a revolutionary solution with unique features that set it apart from traditional systems:

1. Versatility for Crime Labs and Law Enforcement Agencies

• Crime laboratories can utilize TRACE’s compact, self-cleaning chamber to process a variety of firearms, from handguns to high-caliber rifles up to .30-06.
• Law enforcement agencies can deploy the mobile TRACE unit, mounted in a trailer, to process seized firearms directly at crime scenes or evidence facilities.

This versatility makes TRACE ideal for quick deployments and ensures that both crime labs and field investigators can leverage the technology.

2. Mobile Option for Law Enforcement

One of TRACE’s standout features is its mobility. Unlike traditional ballistic setups that require dedicated rooms and infrastructure, the TRACE Ballistic Chamber can be moved and used in different locations — indoors or outdoors — without the need for extensive setup.

For police departments, this means they can process confiscated firearms on-site and enter ballistic data into NIBIN without delays, reducing the backlog and improving investigative timelines.

How TRACE Enhances Ballistic Evidence Processing

TRACE allows agencies to:

• Test-fire seized firearms safely and efficiently.
• Capture pristine ballistic evidence for comparison.
• Enter ballistic data directly into NIBIN for national crime-solving efforts.

By speeding up the evidence processing timeline, TRACE gives agencies a powerful tool to identify crime-linked firearms faster, leading to quicker case resolutions and better public safety outcomes.

Real-World Impact: TRACE Deployed in Mexico

The Mexican Government recently purchased and deployed 26 TRACE Ballistic Chambers across the country as part of an aggressive strategy to combat gun crime.

With these chambers, law enforcement agencies in Mexico can:

• Process thousands of seized firearms more efficiently.
• Increase the size of their ballistic reference databases.
• Enhance their ability to connect firearms to crimes across jurisdictions.

This large-scale deployment demonstrates the real-world impact of TRACE and its potential to transform forensic ballistics worldwide.

Why TRACE Is a Game-Changer for Law Enforcement

For agencies struggling with backlogs in firearm testing or limited space and resources, the TRACE Ballistic Chamber offers a scalable solution that addresses their unique challenges. Here’s what sets TRACE apart from traditional systems:

How TRACE Helps Solve Challenges in Ballistics Processing

✅ Faster Evidence Processing

TRACE allows agencies to test-fire firearms and capture evidence quickly, reducing delays caused by traditional ballistic water tanks or reliance on external labs.

✅ More Efficient Use of Space

With its small footprint and self-cleaning chamber, TRACE is ideal for crime labs that lack dedicated space for ballistic testing. It can be stored out of the way when not in use, freeing up valuable lab space.

✅ Seamless Integration with NIBIN

TRACE streamlines the process of entering ballistic data into NIBIN, helping law enforcement agencies identify crime-linked firearms faster and with greater accuracy.

A Safer, Smarter Future for Ballistic Forensics

The TRACE Ballistic Chamber represents a significant leap forward in forensic technology. By making ballistic evidence processing faster, safer, and more efficient, TRACE is helping law enforcement agencies and crime labs solve gun crimes faster and keep communities safe.

Ready to Revolutionize Your Ballistics Processing?

At TSN US, we are committed to supporting law enforcement agencies and crime laboratories with state-of-the-art forensic solutions. The TRACE Ballistic Chamber is a powerful tool that can help agencies improve their investigative capabilities, reduce evidence backlogs, and solve crimes faster.

Visit our website at www.tsn-us.com to learn more or contact us to schedule a demo and see how TRACE can transform your agency’s forensic processes.

The future of forensic ballistics is here — and it’s TRACE.