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——— Stove Contol —-——
stabilization Technique
—————-(S.C.S)——————



S.C.S stands for Stove Control Stabilization

SFA has pioneered a groundbreaking process to secure and stabilize stove controls, addressing a significant issue that previously hindered forensic investigations. Prior to this innovation, stove controls —particularly the infinity switches— were highly susceptible to collapse from even the slightest movement or vibration, especially during fire scene examinations. This vulnerability often resulted in the destruction of crucial evidence, making it incredibly difficult to preserve and analyze stove controls both at the scene and in the lab. Even small fires on the stove could cause irreparable damage to the controls, rendering them nearly impossible to examine. Developed and rigorously tested in 2024, SFA's new technique reinforces the stove control housing, effectively preventing it from collapsing due to the slightest movement or vibration. This stabilization process not only protects the integrity of the controls but also enables them to be safely moved and examined in ways that were previously impossible. By allowing forensic investigators to handle stove controls without fear of damaging the evidence, this innovation greatly improves the chances of collecting accurate and reliable data from fire scenes, ultimately leading to more effective investigations.



Lab Tested



Stove Control STABILIZation Process



Unaffected stove control infinity switch



Beginning stage



Fire damaged Stove Control Infinity switch



When the control can be at its
most brittle and un-stable stage



Testing Stage



Testing the materials stage of brittleness



Solution application process



Re-stabilizing the stove control infinity switch



after treatment



The solution is absorbed into the delicate material creating a more solid foundation



Stabilized stove control cam in place



This process can also secure the
stove switch cam in place, allowing
the position to be frozen in time


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