SmartWater is a colourless liquid solution that is simply dabbed onto the uneven surfaces of your valuables.
It can be used to code all sorts of items such as jewellery, ornaments, electrical items and even your motor vehicle. Each bottle contains a unique chemical ‘code’ which is registered to an individual address – conclusively proving ownership. It cannot be easily seen by the naked eye and is almost impossible to remove. The liquid glows under ultraviolet light making it easy for the Police to detect.
The Police use it in undercover operations to catch and convict criminals. Criminals know about SmartWater and fear its power to forensically link them with the scene of a crime
So, by coding valuables and displaying the SmartWater deterrent signs, a powerful warning is sent to any thieves and burglars operating in your area.
The South Ward Neighbourhood Management Partnership have helped to fund a pilot of SmartWater to hotspots on the Bournville in March/April 2008. To date, the Police have had an amazing uptake of the system with 74% of households using SmartWater.
SmartWater 'Thieves Beware' Street signs have been put up in prominent positions.