Designed by science.
Trusted by the front-line.
A drug testing solution in your hand. Safe, fast, easy and accurate.
How Lumi works
Lumi™ Drug Scan lets front-line officers quickly and accurately test suspected drug samples on the spot. Using the Lumi Nano portable NIR device, the Lumi Analysis app, and powerful cloud-based AI engine, Lumi delivers instant results to detect illicit drugs in real-time.
Secure by Design
Secure by Design
The Lumi Nano device and Lumi Analysis app feature end-to-end encryption with secure Bluetooth pairing. The app is deployed privately, with enterprise authentication controlling access and data. Security is independently assessed, law enforcement-aligned, and includes encrypted, backed-up data with multi-factor authentication for enhanced protection.
Analytics Dashboard
Analytics Dashboard
Gain insights across your jurisdiction with spatial and temporal drug trends visualised in the Lumi Analytics Dashboard. This supports data-informed decision-making, enabling more effective tasking and deployment within police management.
Electronic Evidence Record
Electronic Evidence Record
The Lumi Analysis app workflow, co-designed with front-line law enforcement, is intuitive and responsive, delivering results instantly. It creates an electronic evidence record for every sample with a digital chain of custody. Automated analysis summaries are emailed to officers, supporting case file management and disclosure.
Cloud-based AI
Cloud-based AI
The advanced Lumi AI engine detects drugs, with regular cloud-hosted updates eliminating the need for device updates. Developed from street-intercepted samples and supported by forensic drug analysis, it ensures reliability, backed by forensic laboratory validation.
Front-line Readiness
Front-line Readiness
Lumi is a portable, durable device that delivers rapid drug analysis anywhere, with results in seconds. It tests through plastic bags to ensure safety and sample integrity. Complete with training, deployment support, and an online help site, it’s designed for efficient frontline decision-making.
Lumi is the best choice for the front-line.
Safe
Analysis of items within plastic packaging protects front-line staff from exposure.
Accurate
AI-powered drug analysis for accurate forensic results.
Fast
Analysis results presented in the app within seconds.
Secure
End-to-end encryption with all data securely stored in the cloud.
Easy
Developed with front-line for ease and speed, including automated reporting.
Integrated
Mobile app and data analytics for comprehensive insights.
Portable
Small, lightweight and fits in the palm of your hand.
Long-lasting
Up to 1000 scans on a single charge and 3 months on standby.
Tough
Dust and water resistant, with a waterproof, highly protective pelican carry case.
“When you show them the evidence right then and there on Lumi saying: ‘This is what it’s come back with, it’s clear to both of us what the substance is’, it makes it easier to interact with them.”
- New Zealand Police officer
Your questions, Answered
The Lumi Nano is a handheld, portable near-infrared spectroscopy device weighing 250g. It has an OLED screen for status and battery info, with single-button operation. Powered by a 2400mAh rechargeable battery, it performs up to 1000 scans per charge and stays on standby for 3 months. Users can easily calibrate the device with a white reference puck, guided by the Lumi app. The device uses secure Bluetooth 5.2 for encrypted data transfer, and no data is stored on the device or app. Built for durability, it’s IP65 compliant, featuring Gorilla Glass 3, and comes with a 12-month warranty.
Lumi Drug Scan allows officers to screen suspected drug items directly on the street. Using the Lumi Nano device, officers can scan items through clear plastic packaging, eliminating the need to open packages and reducing exposure risks. After entering case details and taking a photo of the item, Lumi captures a spectral scan that is securely analyzed in the cloud using advanced drug detection algorithms. Results are delivered almost instantly within the app, and a summary report is automatically emailed to the officer. This helps maintain sample integrity and speeds up decision-making in the field.
The Lumi Analysis app, available for iOS and Android, is deployed securely via B-2-B and isn’t visible in public app stores. Co-designed with police, it streamlines the process of analyzing suspected drugs. With enterprise authentication, organizations control access, allowing staff to log in using existing credentials. The app records event details, including item descriptions, photos, and system data such as time, geolocation, and device info. After completing an analysis, the system automatically generates and emails a summary report, which can be filed or disclosed as needed.
Lumi uses Microsoft Azure for secure data management. All operational data is stored within Australia’s Eastern region, ensuring compliance with chain of custody requirements and within approved jurisdictions. Data is encrypted both in transit and at rest, with no analysis data stored on the Lumi Nano device or mobile app. Regular backups are taken, with point-in-time restoration available for seven days and long-term retention for ten years. Lumi is deployed on a secure, highly available Azure Kubernetes Cluster, ensuring zero downtime updates. Independent security tests have been completed, meeting both NZ and Australian standards for data security.
Comprehensive training is provided, including in-person courses, how-to guides, and an e-learning module. Users can access an online help site with troubleshooting information directly from the Lumi Analysis app. A full knowledge base is available for IT support desk staff to offer Tier 1 support. ESR uses ServiceNow to manage user incidents and can integrate with a customer’s existing system for seamless support.
Trusted by over 2,000 law enforcement officials.
Developed in partnership between New Zealand Police and ESR’s forensic labs.
Mt Albert Science Centre
120 Mt Albert Road
Mt Albert
Auckland 1025
New Zealand