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About
Us
Guardian Interlock Systems (GIS) grew from Alcohol
Countermeasure Systems (ACS), a division established
by Borg Warner to
develop and design an alcohol interlock device to prevent
a driver from starting a vehicle after consumption of
alcohol above a minimum threshold level.
ACS
was established in 1976 for the purpose of applying the
interlock technology, and went on to develop a variety
of breath alcohol systems. Guardian Interlock Systems
(GIS) was formed as a separate entity in Canada.
More information
is available about interlocks from
Vic Roads
Transport SA
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History
In
1985 public intolerance of drinking drivers led GIS to
begin redevelopment of the interlock technology.
It
introduced the first generation, semi-conductor based interlock
devices which led to legislation for interlock devices, (in
conjunction with probation or restricted driving privileges)
for drink-driving offenders.
In
1992, GIS began the development of the third generation WR2
series with the first use of alcohol specific breath testing
technology, accuracy and durability over an extended range of
ambient conditions, and extensive anti-circumvention features.
WR2
The
WR2 Ignition Interlock was introduced into service in
May of 1994. Currently, thousands of WR2 units continue
to provide trouble-free in service in Alberta, Quebec,
Alaska, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Nevada, Pennsylvania,
Texas, Sweden and Australia. |
WR2
Guardian Interlock Unit
The WR2
was the first interlock device to meet all prescribed
standards for interlocks worldwide, and demonstrate the
commitment to quality by extremely high levels of reliability
worldwide. GIS has developed subsidiaries and partnerships
in Canada, Sweden, USA and Australia to market its products
and services. All are linked electronically to guarantee
the latest innovations in products and services are shared.
GIS continues to be the leader in interlock technology
with an ongoing research and development program and expanded
use of the WR2 in international programs.
Important
Notice of NSW Drivers
If you want an Interlock, you can only
have it if you ask for it when you go
to court the first time. You
CAN NOT APPEAL to get an Interlock later.
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