
Project Details
Desing and manufacture a carousel scent wheel for imprint training dogs for the detection of explosives to assist in IED detection during the Afghanistan conflict.
Client: Ministry of Defence
Sector: Security
Status: Completed
Our scent training carousel is a high-precision instrument engineered for the rigorous demands of “imprint training” across the global security and medical sectors. This system has become the industry for elite search units.
The Engineering of Imprinting
The carousel utilizes a multi-arm configuration designed for high-repetition accuracy. Each arm houses a discrete canister for varying odours, allowing handlers to pair a target scent specifically with a high-value reward—typically the dog’s preferred toy. Through systematic rotation and detection, the dog develops a strong cognitive association between the target odour and the reward. Over time, this “clever” association allows the animal to identify complex substances with surgical precision.
Proven Deployment
Today, our scent wheels are mission-critical hardware for government agencies including Police Forces, HMP, UK Border Agency (UKBA), and the MOD, as well as private security firms and pioneering bio-detection medical centres. Whether for explosives, narcotics, or biological markers, our carousel provides the structural reliability required for world-class detection training.
For more information on our global deployment please our dedicated Scent Detection site






