A new security device known as the “Sound Grenade”  is gaining popularity on college campuses across the nation. The product, manufactured by a company called ROBOCOPP, emits a high pitched siren at 120 decibeles that can be heard from up to 900 feet away. The company has been in business for roughly two years. During that period, the product has spread to over 100 University campuses. The Sound Grenade can be used as an alternative to pepper spray, knives, whistles, and other self-defense/security products. The device can currently be purchased for $15.99 on the companies website, www.robocopp.com.