“The CA2010 features Maintenance Check Technology™. This feature allows you to periodically run a unit self-check to help you determine whether or not your unit needs servicing,” stated Sarah Wieland, General Manager of the Q3 Innovations division of Quest Products, Inc. “This feature is new to the AlcoHAWK line of breath alcohol testers and we hope it helps to increase the customer’s understanding of the need for regular maintenance to ensure the product’s accuracy and longevity.”

The AlcoHAWK CA2010 also showcases an elegant and sophisticated design with a titanium-colored glossy front panel and soft-touch grip back panel. Dual LCD lights will display when a testing error is detected. Similar to other models in the AlcoHAWK line, the CA2010 utilizes replaceable mouthpieces which are ideal for sanitary testing of multiple individuals.

The AlcoHAWK CA2010 is now available for purchase at www.alcohawk.com!

“While we know that everyone wants to have fun, there is no safe level of alcohol when it comes to drinking and driving,” said Jenny Yoder, marketing executive for Q3 Innovations. “Guests should always designate a sober driver before consuming alcohol. No one should operate a motor vehicle with any level of alcohol in their body.”

Q3 Innovations offers a versatile line of breath alcohol analyzer products with various options and price points, making it affordable for all consumers. Having one on hand for parties and summer get-togethers helps both hosts and guests observe safe driving practices and promotes social responsibility and drinking responsibly.

“AlcoHAWK breathalyzers are easy to use,” said Yoder. “Most models use a one-button operation, making it simple and straightforward to measure breath alcohol content.”

The AlcoHAWK has obtained pre-market clearance through the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and meets the Department of Transportation (DOT) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Model Specifications for Breath Alcohol Screeners.

With the Holidays and the New Year quickly approaching, so is something else; Holiday Parties.  Too frequently, party-goers who are busy socializing often don’t realize how much alcohol they are consuming and when it comes time to drive home make the poor decision of thinking they aren’t drunk.  Often these people run into a DWI checkpoint and get a rude awakening when they blow above the legal limit or even worse, get into a deadly accident.  With the help of personal breathalyzers like the AlcoHAWK Slim, this problem can be avoided. [Full Story]

Source: Q3 Innovations AlcoHAWK Slim Breath Alcohol Tester – TechiTeens

The sleek design also makes the AlcoHAWK Slim Ultra very compact and easy to carry for personal use. It is the ideal solution for someone looking for a portable tester with professional quality with a consumer design and feel. [Full Story]

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So I was interested to play with the Alcohawk, which you can buy here. The one you can use lots and lots of times is about $45; the one for fewer uses is five bucks, which is a heckuva lot less dough than getting a DWI — not to mention avoiding the potential for killing or hurting yourself or somebody else. [Full Story]

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In time for the big July 4 weekend, an Iowa company that makes breathalyzers is trying to get the word out about its newest consumer-targeted product, a lightweight unit called the AlcoHawk Slim Ultra. [Full Story]

Source: AlcoHawk breathalyzer helps you know your limits – St. Louis Today

This personal breathalyzer is a battery operated product that can show the alcohol in the user’s bloodstream. The user simply presses a button and blow into a mouthpiece. After a few seconds, the LCD screen will show the user’s Blood Alcohol Concentration. [Full Story]

Source: AlcoHawk Slim Ultra – Coolest-Gadgets.com

It’s summertime, July 4 is right around the corner, and America’s soccer team has been doing great at the World Cup. And those are just a few excuses to drink and celebrate.

The question is, how do you know when you or your friends have drunk too much to drive? I have one answer, in a simple and compact form. It’s the AlcoHawk Slim Ultra breathalyzer. [Full Story]

Source: Stay safe partying with AlcoHAWK Slim Ultra | Crave – CNET

Boating, bonfires, cookouts, celebrations and holiday festivities are in full swing this summer season, and Q3 Innovations, a leading developer of products focused on personal safety and monitoring devices, is prepared to keep friends and family safe while consuming alcohol. Q3 Innovations’ AlcoHAWK® Series of breath alcohol screeners are capable of testing several party-goers one after the other, making it a must-have for any summer event.

In 2008, 44 percent of deaths that occurred during holiday weekends were related to alcohol use. And, roughly 1,400 alcohol-related accidents took place over Memorial Day, Labor Day and July 4th alone in the same year.

The AlcoHAWK Series of affordable breathalyzer devices test for the presence of alcohol at various levels, such as 0.02 percent no tolerance testing or 0.08 percent. The AlcoHAWK products are FDA- and DOT-cleared digital breath alcohol screeners.

Two of the most popular AlcoHAWK breathalyzers for consumers are:

The AlcoHAWK One Test, a single-use disposable breath alcohol test, features SmartCrystal Technology™ to determine the user’s Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) in a matter of seconds. The One Test is a cost-effective option for individuals testing themselves or loved ones just a few times or less per month.

The AlcoHAWK Slim Ultra operates on a single button and includes removable mouthpiece covers, allowing multiple testers to use the device back-to-back. The Slim Ultra is the ideal device for portable testing with professional quality. Its sleek and compact design makes it easy to carry for personal use.

“We highly encourage those who consume alcohol to do so in an appropriate and safe manner, and our AlcoHAWK Series helps support this important message,” says Don Ryan, co-owner of Q3 Innovations, LLC. “Too many unnecessary and preventable alcohol-related accidents happen during the summer months. The One Test and Slim Ultra provide an affordable means of testing family and friends, and it fits right in your pocket or purse.”

The AlcoHAWK One Test is available in a two-pack unit in the Wal-Mart pharmacies for $9.99. The Slim Ultra can be found at CVS for $49.99 and includes three mouthpieces, an owner’s manual, a quick start guide and a one year warranty. AlcoHAWK digital units may also be found in Meijer pharmacy departments, as well as Shopko. All AlcoHAWK Series products can be found at www.alcohawk.com.

Q3 Innovations

Q3 Asset Acquisition, LLC doing business as Q3 Innovations, is a Quest Products-owned Independence, Iowa-based product design, development and distribution company creating innovative products with an emphasis in personal safety and monitoring devices. The AlcoHAWK® Series breath alcohol detectors are designed to provide a series that could meet the needs for a wide range of personal and professional alcohol testing applications. From low-cost semiconductor screeners to professional fuel-cell screeners, the AlcoHAWK® Series are affordable screening devices that allow the user to test for the presence of alcohol at threshold blood alcohol levels, such as 0.02 percent no tolerance testing or other popular levels such as 0.08 percent. To learn more, visit http://www.q3i.com.

Q3 Innovations, LLC, a leader in the personal safety and monitoring device market, developed the AlcoHAWK® brand of breath alcohol testers, ThermoHAWK™ brand of infrared thermometers and UV HAWK™ brand of ultraviolet sunlight meters. The AlcoHAWK® brand is sold worldwide in over 30 countries, and can be found on retail shelves across the United States. “We are extremely proud of the brand recognition and distribution channels we have developed with the AlcoHAWK®, ThermoHAWK™ and UV HAWK™ product lines,” said Brian C. Eddy, CEO. “We have always stressed the importance of high quality products and brand recognition for our product lines,” emphasized Chad Ronnebaum, President. “As a co-founder of Q3 Innovations, the decision to sell the product lines we created wasn’t an easy one.  However, given Quest Products’ desire to maintain distribution, marketing, sales and servicing from our Independence, Iowa location, we are excited to see our product lines taken to a new level,” added Eddy. Sarah Wieland, Vice President of Sales of Q3 Innovations, has been promoted to General Manager of the Independence, Iowa facility.

Assets of Q3 Innovations will be managed from Quest Product’s company headquarters in Libertyville, IL while the main distribution and service facility in Independence, IA will continue to operate all day-to-day processes.  “It is extremely important for Quest to maintain the quality and integrity of the products and brands we have acquired. So, it was a natural decision to keep the Independence facility intact and functioning with the same employees who have helped it thrive,” added Ryan.

Quest Products, established in 2001 and based in Libertyville, IL, is a diverse consumer products company. Quest Products specializes in manufacturing, retail distribution and ecommerce drop-ship distribution of consumer products.  Quest was recognized as one of the fastest growing private companies in the United States by Inc. magazine in 2008 and 2009.