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Thu, 31 Jul 08
Bose Corporation
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/navigation/bose-corporation
In 1978 Dr. Amar Bose had an inspiration during a noisy international airline flight. At that time, electronic headphones to enhance passenger entertainment were replacing older pneumatic tube phones. Unfortunately the fidelity improvements were masked by cabin noise and distortion-the latter resulting from passengers increasing the volume setting to overcome background noise. Dr. Bose believed it was possible to achieve noise reduction in headphones by means of a closed loop feedback control.

Dr. Bose quickly initiated a research program to study the array of complex acoustic, electronic and mechanical challenges to practical active noise cancellation headsets. This research eventually led to the development of BoseÂ® consumer headphones and military headsets. The Bose Product Improved Combat Vehicle Crewman (PICVC) headset and the TriPortÂ® Tactical Headset (TTH) are currently used by the US Army and other military forces around the world.

NOISE REDUCTION + CLEARER AUDIO + COMFORTABLE FIT = INCREASED MISSION EFFECTIVENESS

The US Department of Defense considers 85dBA SPL as the maximum safe level for continuous noise over an eight-hour period, assuming a 16-hour quiet recovery period. And removal of a headset for even 15 minutes in a 95dBA SPL environment can cut the allowable exposure time in half. Even relatively brief noise exposure can induce short-term hearing loss, while long-duration operations can induce fatigue and permanent hearing loss.

To help reduce noise, conventional headsets rely on large earcups with heavy weight and tight clamping force. The result is often a headset soldiers don't want to wear for extended periods. But proprietary Bose technologies overcome the noise reduction vs. comfort compromise.

Bose military headsets offer active and passive technologies which together provide full-spectrum noise reduction with comfortable, lightweight designs that can be worn continuously during long missions. Bose active noise reduction enables lighter headset design and lower clamping force than typical conventional headsets.

High noise levels in military vehicles also affect situational awareness. Misunderstood commands and repeated instructions can increase operational risk and reduce mission effectiveness. Bose proprietary Acoustic Noise CancellingÂ® headset technology effectively reduces the low-frequency noise prevalent in modern military vehicles, while faithfully reproducing audio signals provided by the vehicle intercom system. In fact, US Army tests have demonstrated that use of Bose Acoustic Noise Cancelling headsets resulted in a 21% increase in voice intelligibility when compared with a conventional headset.

PRODUCT IMPROVED COMBAT VEHICLE CREWMAN (PICVC) HEADSET

The PICVC headset is our second generation Acoustic Noise Cancelling communications headset solution for military operations. It's designed to address the needs of tracked armored vehicles like the Bradley Fighting Vehicle, where noise levels can greatly exceed 103dBA SPL. The headset is integrated with the standard US military helmet liner and the DH-132A/B CVC hardshell.

TRIPORT TACTICAL HEADSET (TTH)

In 2004 Bose introduced the TriPort Tactical Headset (TTH) for use in wheeled vehicles. Tactical wheeled vehicles such as the HMMWV, while not as loud as tracked vehicles, may have noise levels of 95dBA SPL or higher-levels that can damage hearing and degrade communications.

Like the Bose PICVC, the TTH features our Acoustic Noise Cancelling headphone technology to dramatically reduce these noise levels. It fits under infantry ballistic helmets such as the ACH, and it's lighter, smaller and has less clamping force than many other tactical headsets. The TTH also features our proprietary TriPort acoustic headphone structure to help maintain clearer audio communications in real-world military conditions.

Please contact Bose to discuss your application and determine if our products are appropriate for your needs.

Thu, 31 Jul 08
Air Rover
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/electrical/air-rover
22 years ago, Air Rover introduced the first air-cooled portable air conditioners manufactured in the USA. Today, government, military, and commercial clients utilize Air Rover portable air conditioners and military environmental control units worldwide.

Air Rover has recently added a new series of trailer integration systems with the purchasing of Barnwell Trailer military humvee-towable tactical generators and trailers. With the AR MIL GEN series, Air Rover has expanded its capability to meet demands for military trailer integration including state-of-the-art split ECUs, MIL-STD-810F certified ECUs, generators and custom storage for harsh military environments.

25KW, 40KW AND 60KW GENERATOR TRAILERS

Air Rover offers three sizes of AR MIL GEN Series (25kW, 40kW and 60kW) brushless generators equipped with the following standard features:

Remote panels and filters

Automatic voltage regulator +/- 3%

Electronic governor +/- 2 Hz

Radiator-cooled with voltage fan (fan guards)

Dry type air cleaner

Spin-on lube oil filter, spin-on fuel filters

Critical exhaust silencer

Stainless steel exhaust flex

24V direct current starting motor

24V direct current battery charging alternator

24V direct current fuel pump

Safety shutdowns for high water temperature and low oil pressure

Set-mounted start/stop switch and hour meter

Multi-function digital display panel (AR MIL GEN Series)

Patent-pending foldable tongue ( for the trailer)

MILITARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL UNITS (ECUs)

In the early 1990s, Air Rover's engineering team designed Environmental Control Units (ECUs) to cool command centers for the J-Star program in operation Desert Storm. In 2003, Air Rover developed a lightweight ECU capable of providing cold, refrigerated air in ambient temperatures up to 150Â° F. Air Rover named this rugged line of ECUs the UL series. All branches of the US Armed Forces deployed the UL series ECUs for tent and equipment cooling in operation Iraqi Freedom.

Although recent engineering efforts have focused primarily on military HVAC solutions, Air Rover has continued product development in its XL Series line of commercial portable air conditioners. XL Series portable air conditioners are used in computer rooms, telephone equipment rooms, factory workstations, assembly lines, office and factory hot spots, or virtually any other location that requires additional cooling.

FIXED ECUs AND HVAC SYSTEMS

Product offerings include the UL Series lightweight environmental control units (ECU), the HT Series high ambient portable air conditioner systems, the ULV series vertical wall mount ECU systems, the WC Series water-cooled portable air conditioner systems, the TM Series trailer mounted ECU/generator packages, the ULS series hand-deployable split system environmental control units, XL series portable spot cooler systems, and a wide range of air conditioning accessories.

Tue, 29 Jul 08
Wasp Rapid Deployment Reconnaissance Vehicle (RDRV)
http://www.army-technology.com/projects/baewasp/
The Wasp rapid deployment reconnaissance vehicle is produced by BAE Land Systems OMC and was developed to satisfy the requirements for a light airborne rapid deployment vehicle.

The vehicle weighs 2,550kg, allowing it to be airlifted by medium-lift helicopters and also allowing four of these vehicles to be transported by a Hercules C-130B and deployed by parachute.

"The Wasp reconnaissance vehicle can be airlifted by medium-lift helicopters."

The Wasp rapid deployment reconnaissance vehicle has also been designed to be multi-purpose with a payload capacity of 1,350kg that allows the cargo area to be configured in a variety of formats including personnel carrier, 60mm mortar carrier, anti-tank vehicle, gun carrier, hostage release vehicle, surveillance vehicle or command vehicle.

WASP CONTRACTS

In April 2008 the Wasp was chosen by the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) for use by their special forces in covert operations as an air-droppable vehicle. The South Africans ordered 25 of these out of a total requirement for 40 vehicles.

The vehicle is known as the Hornet by the South Africans. The Wasp was originally developed in the early 2000s in response to a proposal from Armscor. By September 2000 a prototype had been completed, which was evaluated in the period up until June 2002. In July 2003 Armscor put in an order for 25 Wasps, 50 of the interchanging platforms and 25 weapons mounts.

WEAPONS

The Wasp has three side-by-side seats in the front row, the centre of which has dual positions to enable firing from a weapons mount on the windscreen frame. This could be a 7.62mm machine gun, a 12.7mm machine gun, a light-recoil 20mm MG-151 type cannon or a 40mm automatic grenade launcher.

In the rear of the vehicle there is a reconfigurable seat and a weapons pallet that may be fitted with various light support weapons. These can include a 60mm mortar, a 107mm multiple rocket launcher, a pedestal mounted 20mm cannon or 12.7mm machine gun. Variations of the configuration include an eight-seat troop carrier or a five-crew reconnaissance vehicle.

WASP ARMOUR

The vehicle has armour protection from three sides for the engine, transmission, transfer box, fuel tank and batteries.

"The Wasp rapid deployment reconnaissance vehicle is known as the Hornet by the South Africans."

From the front there is protection provided against 7.62mm armour-piercing attack, side protection is provided against 7.62mm ball. There is a 38mm armoured windscreen giving protection against 7.62mm ball ammunition.

Under-floor protection is provided against M26 hand grenades and 200g anti-personnel mines detonated beneath the wheels. There are additional armour protection options if required.

ENGINE

The Wasp is powered by a Detroit Diesel Corporation (DDC) (VM Motori), 2.8l four-cylinder that can develop 100kW at 3,800rpm. The transmission is based on an automatic four-speed Daimler-Chrysler gear box. The vehicle has a top speed of 116km/h and can carry 60l of fuel and 60l of water under normal operational conditions.

Fri, 25 Jul 08
Retia
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/data_management/retia
Czech-based company RETIA is focused on the manufacturing and development of products in the fields of radar and C4I technology, image processing, simulators, recording of voice and telemetric data, voice digitization, and real-time SW and HW applications. The company produces demonstrators, prototypes, serial products and also installs the above mentioned equipment. To satisfy its customers, RETIA also provides advisory and design services as well as training of operating personnel and both guarantee and after-guarantee service.

C4I, SYSTEM INTEGRATION AND IFF

RETIA aims to satisfy the needs of the defence sector both at home and abroad. The company&squo;s effort is predominantly focused on the development of new radars and C4I systems, modernization of radars and missile systems and integration of IFF (Identification Friend or Foe) systems. The main drive of this research is to standardize military technology in accordance to NATO standards.

RETIA has already been awarded numerous tenders by the Czech Ministry of Defence with projects including the modernization of the P-37 (Bar Lock), PRV-17 (Odd Pair) P-19/IFF (Flat Face) and ST-68 (Tin Shield) radar systems, and the S-10M (SA-13), KUB (SA-6), OSA (SA-8) missile systems.

In the field of C4I systems, RETIA is the key supplier of the RACCOS system which is deployed as a fire control system at battery and battalion level. RETIA is also producer of satellite communication systems, microwave parts, digital receivers and signal processors.

MODERNIZTION OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT

RETIA also conducts feasibility studies of projects for development and modernization of both military and commercial equipment including financial analysis and schedule. To finalize the development cycle RETIA offers demonstrators and prototypes production including trials and serial production. Environmental and climate resistance can be tested in our own climate chamber. RETIA offers thorough training to satisfy customers in both product utilization and maintenance.

ABOUT RETIA

Founded in 1993, RETIA is one of the leading Czech companies in the field of military electronics and military software. Reinvestment of all profits have allowed RETIA to outfit the company with modern equipment for production, development and testing. The company goal remains to create a recognized industrial company with a large technical and technological background, good management and perfect quality control procedures, where satisfied, well educated employees produce sophisticated products of utmost quality and technological level. RETIA was recently granted ISO 9001 and AQAP 2116 accreditations.

Fri, 25 Jul 08
GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/electronic/ge-fanuc
GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms is a leading global provider of embedded computing solutions for a wide range of industries and applications. Our comprehensive product offering includes many types of I/O, single-board computers, high performance signal processors, fully integrated, rugged systems including flat panel displays, plus high-speed networking and communications products.

The company is headquartered in the US and has design, manufacturing and support offices throughout the world. Whether youâ€™re looking for one of our standard products or a fully custom solution, GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms has the breadth, experience and 24/7 support to deliver what you need.

Our products include:

Rugged systems

Single board computers

Sensor and signal processing systems

Avionics

I/O and communications

Test and measurement equipment

Motherboards and computer on modules

Servers

PROCESSING I/O, VIDEO AND GRAPHIC COMPUTING PLATFORMS

Our flexible off-the-shelf computing platforms can be readily configured to meet the processing, I/O, video and graphics needs of a variety of different applications. Our platforms are based on open systems architectures, so they allow for technology insertion, and support the COTS concept.

Our systems products include:

Rugged Ethernet switches

Video tracking and image processing

Advanced vehicle computers

Rugged chassis

DINrail and boxed PC

Flat panel computers

Hazardous area computers

SINGLE BOARD COMPUTER (SBC)

We offer a comprehensive portfolio of single board computers and CPUs designed to meet almost any application need. The products are available in a multitude of form factors, processor speeds, memory configurations, I/O options, and levels of ruggedization. We also provide an evolutionary path for our processors which allows them to organically adapt to new technology.

Our SBC products include:

VPX Intel

VPX PowerPC

CompactPCI Intel

CompactPCI PowerPC

VMEbus Intel

VMEbus PowerPC

Processor PMC

Processor AMC

SENSOR AND SIGNAL PROCESSING

We satisfy the increasing performance demands of advanced signal processing applications with the latest DSPs, FPGAs and PowerPC-based multiprocessors. Our high-performance hardware is complemented by a full suite of development software and a large selection of data acquisition and recording capabilities. These include numerous high-speed acoustic data conversion boards plus high capacity data storage systems. Our single, dual and quad processor boards use FreescaleÂ™ PowerPC technology, and like many of our products, offer several different levels of ruggedization for commercial, industrial, defense and aerospace applications.

Our Sensor and signal processing products include:

AXIS multiprocessing, DSP tools and libraries

Sensor interfacing

Software defined radio

Multiprocessors

FPGA processors

I/O modules

AVIONICS COMPUTER PRODUCTS

Reliability is the only thing that matters in the aerospace world. A new technology may be impressive, but if it isnâ€™t reliable, itâ€™s worthless on the flight line. MIL-STD-1553 is still so important because itâ€™s so reliable. It has a well-deserved reputation for delivering commands when a pilot wants to turn left, drop a bomb or fire a missile. We also have a well-deserved reputation for delivering the products that get aerospace applications off the ground.

Our Avionics computer products include:

AFDX/ARINC 664

ARINC 429

MIL-STD-1553

10MBit 1553

ARINC 615 data loader

Data bus analyzers

Thu, 24 Jul 08
Saft Wins Primary Lithium Battery Contract for the US DLA
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/electrical/saft/press30.html
Saft has been awarded a major multi-year contract by the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to supply the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps with BA5590 lithium sulfur dioxide (Li-SO2) batteries. The terms of the contract include Li-SO2 batteries for several portable military applications such as communications and electronics systems.

This contract was awarded to Saft for 100 percent of the U.S. military needs for this type of battery. The contract with DLA is an indefinite quantity contract with a two-year base period for an amount of up to US$64 million and three one-year option periods for a total contract value of up to $170 million. Orders under the contract are demand-based, with the first one expected towards the end of 2008.

"Saft is very pleased to win this important contract," said Thomas J. Alcide, Saft Specialty Battery Group General Manager. "It shows the US armed forces' confidence in our ability to deliver large quantities of reliable, high quality batteries, and it reinforces our long-term relationship with this major military customer".

This new contract establishes Saft's position as the leading supplier of lithium batteries to the US Army. The contract will be supplied from Saft's Valdese NC facility that has been the leading supplier of these types of military batteries through both Middle East conflicts.

Thu, 24 Jul 08
Nicomatic
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/electronic/nicomatic
NICOMATIC is a 30-year old company with a worldwide presence. We are the inventor of the CMM micro-connector system developed for the defence, aerospace and transportation markets. As a specialist in the electronics field, we manufacture passive components for electronic on-board systems.

Our CMM interconnect system is a 2mm pitch connector with proven high reliability under the most extreme environmental conditions. Features include:

Board-to-board, board-to-wire and wire-to-wire connections

High density ‐ saves up to 50% space and weight over conventional connectors or Sub-D

One, two or three rows from two to 120 contacts

Harsh environment usage

Mixed layout option: high frequency (up to 6GHz), high power (up to 20A), and low frequency contacts (3A) in one connector

MIL-C-55302 and BS-9525-F0033

RoHS and whiskers-free

Rack and locked interconnection

In addition, we also supply PCB connectors, connectors for flexible circuits and flex-cable jumpers of our own production as well as connector cable assemblies and custom solutions according to your specification.

CMM MICRO CONNECTORS

The CMM micro-connectors are designed to meet or exceed the relevant electrical and environmental performances described in MIL and BS standards.

Our product range is divided into the following standardized series of connectors:

Low frequency:

CMM100 : one row, 02 to 25 ways, low frequency 3A and fixing by latch

CMM200 : two rows, 04 to 50 ways, low frequency 3A and fixing by latch

CMM220 : two rows, 04 to 60 ways, low frequency 3A and fixing by screw

CMM320 : three rows, 006 to 120 ways, low frequency 3A and fixing by screw

Mixed-Layout:

CMM220 : two rows, min. Low frequency 2 contacts + max. number of high power (up to 20A) or high frequency contacts (6GHz) = 15 & fixing by screw

CMM320 : three rows, min. low frequency 6 contacts + max. number of high power (up to 20A) or high frequency (6GHz) = 20 & fixing by screw

CMM340 : three rows, min. low frequency 6 contacts + max high power (up to 10A) or high frequency (1,5GHz ) = 64 & fixing by screw

CUSTOM CONNECTORS AND COMPONENTS

NICOMATIC is certified ISO 9001:2000 and our quality management system is applicable to any type of development, manufacturing, assembly and delivery of systems, components and connections.

Our know-how as a connector specialist and ISO 9001:2000 certified company allows us to reply to any project in applications including:

Electrical connectors design

Harnessing service

Micro-screw machining

Stamping

Assembly

Engineering

NICOMATIC has been involved in a large number of custom-designed connector assemblies over the last few years and has a proven track-record in avionics, military, space & transportation applications.

MILITARY AND CIVIL AEROSPACE MARKETS

The CMM microconnector has been developed for the aerospace, avionics, instrumentation and control, defence, and transportation markets, with applications that include IFES, HUDs, flight controls, FADEC units, radars, missiles, electro-optical sighting systems, satellites, mobile radios, power supplies and engine controls:

Civil aircraft

Fighters

Radar systems

Helicopters

Missiles

Armoured vehicles and main battle tanks

Weapon systems

Satellites

HARSH ENVIRONMENT CONNECTORS

Our harsh environment interconnectors' excellent mechanical and climatic features include:

Built-in screwjacks for high vibrations

High temperatures withstanding

Resistance to solvents, radiations, abrupt altitude changes and oxygen free

Peak reflow compatible 260Â°C

ABOUT NICOMATIC

NICOMATIC designs and manufactures interconnect solutions for the electronics market. We have seen steady growth for the last decade achieving a consolidated turnover of &uro;15.4 million in 2007. The company employs 140 people - 85 in the French head-office and main plant and 55 throughout its 3 subsidiaries in USA, Brazil and China. The company has established a network of distribution partners worldwide and sells across 40 countries, representing about 80% of its total revenues.

Wed, 23 Jul 08
Hirtenberger
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/artillery/hirtenberger
Founded back in 1860, today Hirtenberger Defence Systems offers top quality and precision-made ammunition for a range of mortars, tanks and artillery weapon systems. Sustained research, development and continuous search for improvement has made the company known throughout the world: the name Hirtenberger is a guarantee for quality and precision, certified according to ISO 9001:2000.

MORTAR SYSTEMS

A complete range of mortar systems in 60mm, 81mm (82mm) and 120mm calibre, featuring high firing power, long range, high accuracy and maximum reliability, is manufactured by Hirtenberger.

60MM COMMANDO MORTAR

The Hirtenberger 60mm commando mortar is an easy handling and highly accurate weapon designed for special missions. It displays extraordinary advantages in difficult terrain, such as mountains, jungle and desert, as well as urban areas. The unique handgrip / trigger system allows firing in flat trajectories.

M6-640, M6-895 AND M6-1000 60MM MORTARS

This conventional 60mm mortar is specially designed as a weapon for indirect fire support for infantry and paratroopers. It can be delivered in a standard barrel and a long range model.

M8-1165 AND M8-1365 81MM MORTARS

Developed for the Austrian Army, these mortars not only meet the highest tactical and logistical demands, they will also operate under extremely different topographical conditions. They are available in a standard and long range variety.

M12-1385 AND M12-1535 MORTARS 120MM

Also developed for the Austrian Army, these 120mm mortars meet the highest tactical and logistical demands and operate under extremely difficult conditions. Thanks to their high firing capacities, high accuracy and quick and easy operation these systems can be considered to be amongst the finest in their class.

MORTAR BOMBS

Hirtenberger mortar bombs are of the highest combat-effectiveness and provide maximum safety. Perfect operation even in adverse environments (such as deserts, swamps and jungles), high range, top precision and improved storage capability are just the major advantages of these state-of-the-art technical constructions.

The mortar bombs are produced in 60mm, 81mm (82mm) and 120mm calibres. The types available are HE, SMK-WP, SMK-TTC, Target Practice (TP), ILL-VIS and ILL-IR.

ILL-IR rounds are considerably enhancing night-fighting capability, providing a major tactical advantage on the battlefield.

105MM TANK AMMUNITION

Hirtenberger provides 105mm tank gun ammunition for L/7, CN-105-F1, RH-105, M68 and equivalent weapon NATO 105mm tank gun systems, regardless of whether these guns are mounted on Leopard 1, Centurion, Chieftain, Centauro, AMX-30, M60, M48A5 or Challenger tanks.

For the M105mm M57 tank gun for KÃ¼rassier and AMX-13 tanks, HE, HESH, HESH practice and APFSDS-T types are available, as well as other types on request.

105MM HOWITZER AMMUNITION

105mm howitzer ammunition tailored to the needs of customers' artillery weapon systems is also produced by Hirtenberger. 105mm howitzer ammunition is available as HE, SMK-WP and SMK-TTC types; blanks are available too.

155MM M107I HOWITZER AMMUNITION

Hirtenberger has developed an M107 type improved round (M107I), which eliminates all disadvantages of the classic M107 round, but features the same outer design and carries the same payload of explosives. By introducing a new metallurgical composition, the number of fragments is increased almost five-fold compared to a conventional M107 round.

Furthermore, the M107I can be fired with charge M203 (zone 9), enabling the round to achieve an additional 20% increase in range applicable to all 155mm howitzers in calibres 33, 39, 42 and 52.

155MM BASE BLEED AND BOAT TAIL ERFB PROJECTILES

Customers who do not wish to compromise range capabilities can further opt for ERFB projectiles, either in Base Bleed (BB) or Boat Tail (BT) versions. Smoke rounds and inert practice rounds with identical ballistic match complete the ERFB projectile family.

Wed, 23 Jul 08
Armoured Project Vehicles
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/ballistic_protection/armoured-vehicles
Armoured Project Vehicles (APV) is a European supplier providing armoured Toyota vehicles to the UN, peacekeeping forces and humanitarian organisations worldwide. All vehicles are produced in NATO-approved facilities. APV has developed a focus on the requirements of the special forces, long-range monitoring patrols, command vehicles and VIP staff protection. Toyota general specification platforms ensure durability and straightforward field maintenance.

APV provides units based on Toyota Land Cruiser platforms for both 100 series SUV station wagons and Land Cruiser 79 pick-ups with either turbo-charged diesel or petrol engines.

THE PEACEKEEPER: B6 CERTIFIED ARMOURED TOYOTA LAND CRUISER

The Peacekeeper Toyota Land Cruiser is armoured to B6 level and fitted with key options according to each customer's specific requirements. Based on the fully certified unit, the Peacekeeper enables buyers to tailor the vehicle to their specific needs by including design changes and incorporating extra equipment. This product has been constructed to include Electronic Counter-Measure (ECM) equipment.

Additionally, HF, UHF, VHF and satellite communications equipment has also been incorporated as well as differential locks to increase performance and enhanced blast protection for occupants. The Peacekeeper is built in close conjunction with APV and custom finished to meet the exacting demands of a modern stabilisation force.

The B6 certified Toyota Land Cruiser has gone through the full vehicle B6 ballistics and blast test certification process. An independent evaluation was conducted by the German government testing authority, Beschussamt Munich, involving 400 rounds targeted at the test vehicle to asses the protection level.

The B6 protocol tests not just the materials used to armour the vehicle, but most importantly the design and integration of the materials into the vehicle platform. The blast test simulates an attack by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and uses 15kg of high explosive placed 15m from the vehicle.

The Toyota Land Cruiser B6 is a protected vehicle fairly priced for customers who must satisfy protection levels within budget constraints.

MAINTENANCE AND DRIVING TRAINING COURSES

Toyota Gibraltar Stockholdings (TGS) provide training seminars and courses in maintenance, fleet and workshop management, off-roading and expeditions.

In recent years TGS has run a number of training seminars (in Sierra Leone, Chad, and Germany to name a few) where customers have been invited to take part in a series of workshops over a one or two day period with the aim of increasing their expertise, particularly in the areas of basic vehicle maintenance, accessorisation, winching and off-road driving. These courses are conducted in several languages.

Any driver operating a vehicle in an environment that exposes them to natural and social hazards would benefit from professional training in order to safeguard themselves, their colleagues and their equipment. In response to this TGS are now offering specialised training courses to all of our customers.

CONTAINER FREIGHT AND AIRLIFT DELIVERY

APV is fully experienced in the international movement of cargo by container freight and airlifts for faster emergency delivery.

Once a vehicle order has been processed, a computer generated freight booking is sent to the respective shipping line and they are requested to confirm acceptance of our booking within 24 hours.

Additionally, we operate a computer driven vehicle tracking system which allows us to monitor the journey of your vehicle and keep you informed of its location and status. Once a freight booking has been established with the shipping line, you are informed about the key stages of the shipping schedule in the form of a shipping update.

APV prides itself on the quality of its aftersales service. An armoured unit is a complex machine and as such APV maintains close contact with users to ensure 100% serviceability. APV's technical backup is second to none and calls upon a network of service partners to ensure that help is always available should it be necessary.

Wed, 23 Jul 08
Fabryka Produkcji Specjalnej (FPS Bolechowo)
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/ammunition/fps
Located near Poznan in western Poland, FPS Bolechowo is a leading producer of metal components for artillery shells and rocket ammunition and the only supplier of artillery cartridge cases in the country. Subsequently, the company is a key ammunition supplier for the state defence and military sectors.

The products manufactured by FPS Bolechowo are primarily made to meet state defence requirements. The company specialises in the production of 122mm rockets, 120mm and 125mm tank ammunition, 40mm - 152mm steel and brass cartridge cases, and cartridge belts of small-arms ammunition.

SPECIALIST ARTILLERY ROCKET WARHEADS

FPS Bolechowo&squo;s principal product is the 122mm extended range artillery rocket round for the BM21/RM70 launcher, which is used worldwide. In the late 1990s the company started to work on the modernization of the previous version of the rocket. Firstly, the following new types of warheads were designed, including High Explosive (HE with increased fragmentation) (SPALL), CARGO with HEAT bomblets (HESYT), and munitions for scattered mining (PLATAN).

PHENIX ARTILLERY ROCKET MOTOR

The next step was the upgrading of the motor in order to carry warheads launched from a standard BM21/RM70 launcher to distances of over 40 km. The result of this modernization is PHENIX, which has been regularly delivered to the Polish Armed Forces since 1999. Nowadays FPS is working on further improving PHENIX by increasing its range and accuracy.

SPECIALIST ORDNANCE AND AMMUNITION DEVELOPMENT

Apart from rocket ammunition the company takes part in many defense R&D projects such as 120mm tank ammunition. Long-standing experience, qualified staff, access to the latest technological solutions and the modern stock of machine tools give FPS the capability to face every challenge in the field of metalworking.

We also offer our clients a wide range of services for specialist ordnance and ammunition, including:

Stamping, extrusion, die sharing, bending

Machining

Chemical treatment such as phosphating, electrolytic zinc coating, chromating and anodizing

Painting

In order to meet high quality demands, the quality assurance office is equipped with modern apparatus and highly skilled supervising staff. All products are ISO 9001 and AQAP 220 compliant.

ORDNANCE DESIGN AND RESEARCH

FPS carry out design and research work with the cooperation of many scientific centres, such as Poznan University of Technology, Warsaw University of Technology, the Military Institute of Armament Technology in Zielonka and the Institute for Ferrous Metallurgy. The result was the development and implementation of many military products and introduction of new raw materials. FPS widely cooperates with several foreign companies in Europe, delivering different types of cartridge cases and rocket parts.

Tue, 22 Jul 08
Millbrook Proving Ground
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/manufacture/millbrook
Millbrook is one of the UK&squo;s leading centres for the enhancement of every aspect of vehicle quality and their performance. With the capability to evaluate and develop vehicles for almost any usage conditions worldwide, test reliability, refinement, safety and emissions, and homologate to any world standard, Millbrook is an ideal partner for the military and service vehicle industries.

The company&squo;s Bedford site is purpose-built for the rigorous testing of all sizes of vehicle. Resources include one of the world&squo;s finest off-road courses, a wide range of hills and special surfaces, laboratories for safety, powertrain and component testing and a dedicated VCA office to help ensure fast, efficient type approval.

The specialist expertise and resources at Millbrook are focused on two distinct areas: test programmes to help the UK MoD and its suppliers ensure their vehicles and systems work as the specification requires; and design and build work to upgrade new or existing vehicles, evaluate vehicle capability and investigate in-service failures. Complementing these is driver and service training and a hospitality business that allows customers to use selected areas of Millbrook&squo;s remarkable facilities for demonstrations and exhibitions.

SPECIALIST MILITARY VEHICLES TESTING

Millbrook&squo;s dedicated military vehicle engineering team, experienced in the design, evaluation, demonstration and construction of specialist vehicles, is ready to deliver everything from a seat test through to a sophisticated forensic investigation or Military Commercial Off-The-Shelf (MCOTS) design and build programme.

Extensive heavy vehicle facilities allow durability, performance, refinement and certification testing for every world market, complemented by an in-depth understanding of military vehicle usage and the highest &squo;list X&squo; security classification. Our on and off-road driver training programmes help users extract the maximum capability from their vehicles. The military team helps to ensure vehicles complete testing programmes in the shortest time possible and that cost-effective test solutions are developed that allow vehicles to return to the field quickly.

VEHICLE TEST TRACKS AND LABORATORIES

The outstanding field-based resources provided by Millbrook present an ideal environment for confidential trials and evaluation of any size of service vehicle. The wide range of tracks includes the world&squo;s finest commercially available off-road course, providing a wide range of surfaces and ground conditions, and is complemented by laboratories for safety, emissions and powertrain testing, component and systems testing.

In the event of failure in service, Millbrook&squo;s experienced forensic engineering team applies considerable expertise and resources to deliver fast, accurate answers and, where appropriate, can propose simple, cost-effective solutions.

MILITARY VEHICLE DESIGN, BUILD AND MAINTENANCE

Millbrook' military vehicle design and build programme helps its customers to cost effectively meet the operational objectives of military end-users, combining its military and service vehicle expertise with a value-driven approach based on the latest automotive engineering principles.

With its substantial workshops and a low-volume production line, Millbrook can provide build and up-fit programmes for new or existing military vehicle fleets as well as refurbishment programmes to extend the life and capability of older vehicles. Combining these capabilities with the expertise and experience of its engineering teams allows Millbrook to deliver programmes that integrate design, validation and type-approval for a fast, cost-effective solution.

Given the growing demand for military and service vehicles to meet the same environmental and safety standards as conventional vehicles, a detailed knowledge of world homologation requirements is essential. Millbrook&squo;s specialists can advise during the design phase, coordinate testing, prepare documentation, negotiate with certification agencies and project-manage programmes to enable sales in any market worldwide.

DRIVER TRAINING AND HOSPITALITY

At Millbrook, drivers can acquire a high level of expertise, quickly and safely, across almost every type of terrain. Courses can be tailored to particular customer requirements, including fast pursuit, anti-hijack, terrorist evasion and off-road in a range of vehicles.

Within the high-security Bedford complex is a selection of dedicated hospitality units with VIP viewing areas designed to allow confidential demonstrations of specific areas of capability.

Tue, 22 Jul 08
Millbrook Proving Ground
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/armoured/millbrook2
Millbrook is one of the UK&squo;s leading centres for the enhancement of every aspect of vehicle quality and performance. With the capability to evaluate and develop vehicles for almost any usage conditions worldwide, test reliability, refinement, safety and emissions, and homologate to any world standard, Millbrook is an ideal partner for the military and service vehicle industries.

The specialist expertise and resources at Millbrook are focussed in two distinct areas: test programmes to help the UK MoD and its suppliers ensure their vehicles and systems work as the specification requires; and design and build work to upgrade new or existing vehicles, evaluate vehicle capability and investigate in-service failures. Complementing these is driver and service training and a hospitality business that allows customers to use selected areas of Millbrook&squo;s remarkable facilities for demonstrations and exhibitions.

The company&squo;s Bedford site is purpose-built for the rigorous testing of all sizes of vehicle. Resources include one of the world&squo;s finest off-road courses, a wide range of hills and special surfaces, laboratories for safety, powertrain and component testing and a dedicated VCA office to help ensure fast, efficient type approval.

SPECIALIST MILITARY FIGHTING VEHICLES

Millbrook&squo;s dedicated military vehicle engineering team, experienced in the design, evaluation, demonstration and build of specialist vehicles, is ready to deliver everything from a seat test through to a sophisticated forensic investigation or MCOTS (Military Commercial Off-The-Shelf) design and build programme.

Extensive heavy vehicle facilities allow durability, performance, refinement and certification testing for every world market, complemented by an in-depth understanding of military vehicle usage and the highest &squo;list X&squo; security classification. Our on and off-road driver training programmes help users extract the maximum capability from their vehicles. The military team helps to ensure vehicles complete testing programmes in the shortest time possible and that cost-effective test solutions are developed that allow vehicles to return to the field quickly.

ARMOURED VEHICLE DESIGN AND BUILD

Given the growing demand for military and service vehicles to meet the same environmental and safety standards as conventional vehicles, a detailed knowledge of world homologation requirements is essential. Millbrook&squo;s specialists can advise during the design phase, coordinate testing, prepare documentation, negotiate with certification agencies and project manage programmes to enable sales in any market worldwide.

With its substantial workshops and a low-volume production line, Millbrook can provide build and up-fit programmes for new or existing fleets as well as refurbishment programmes to extend the life and capability of older vehicles. Combining these capabilities with the expertise and experience of its engineering teams allows Millbrook to deliver programmes that integrate design, validation and type-approval for a fast, cost-effective solution.

Millbrook helps its customers to cost effectively meet the operational objectives of military users, combining its military and service vehicle expertise with a value-driven approach based on the latest automotive engineering principles.

Fri, 18 Jul 08
Technological Innovations at AIS Secure New Contract Awards
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/training/ais/press1.html
In the international marketplace, AIS have recently expanded their presence in range design and simulation areas by winning a series of multi-system awards with law enforcement, government and private security agencies in the UK, Scandinavia, the Baltic States, Romania, Russia, North Africa and the Middle East.

Most simulator systems are custom built to meet end users' specific training requirements. The orders range from off-the-shelf single screen PRISimÂ® training Simulators with ShootBackÂ™ cannons and non-tethered recoil weapons to wide-screen multi-lane marksmanship training simulators, to wrap around live-fire duelling systems and portable laser/live fire simulators with live-fire screens and bullet traps.

Fri, 18 Jul 08
Ducts Unlimited
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/hvac/ducts-unlimited
New York Metro-based Ducts Unlimited is the design-engineering and sub-contract-manufacturer of flexible, non-metallic ducts to militaries and their defense contractors worldwide. We produce ducts measuring 2 to 48in (50 to 1,200mm) in lengths up to 50ft (15M).

MILITARY SPECIFICATION DUCT MATERIALS

Ducts Unlimited's manufacturing center houses a broad variety of performance-coated fabrics for military ducting: hypalon, neoprene, PVC, polypropylene, silicone, thermoplastic rubber and chemical-biological laminates, all dedicated to delivering portable air handling products for use in every operational environment for any mission. All processes within the center conform to the quality requirements of ISO 9001:2000.

MILITARY SPECIFICATION DUCT COLORS

Ducts Unlimited works with ALL the color charts from ALL the world's militaries. Whatever your requirement: DLA (Defence Logistic Agency), FS595 (Federal Standard 595, Rev. B) or RAL (German Institute for Quality Assurance and Certification), we can supply ducts in those exact colors.

MILITARY SPECIFICATION HVAC AND ECU SYSTEM DUCTS

Although outlet ports for HVAC and ECU systems are largely standardized within any one army, their specifications can vary from country to country, and sometimes even among services within a country. Ducts Unlimited supplies to a variety of fighting forces worldwide, so it is important that our range of ducts be as versatile as possible. With access to virtually all HVAC and ECU systems specifications, and with their country-to-country interconnect standards to tents or trailers available, Ducts Unlimited can always "cuff" ducts to the requirements of the appliance they will be attached to. From a simple belt and buckle to a more elaborate stainless steel twist and lock, a secure fit is assured every time. We also provide insulation where specified, in polyester fabrics or foams and in fibreglass blankets up to 1in thick.

A SPECIALIST IN MILITARY APPLICATION DUCTS As the premier ducting sub-contract manufacturer to primary defense contractors, Ducts Unlimited strictly adheres to all U.S. military specifications, including over 20 that are duct-related, notably SAE-AS38386 (aerospace), SAE-AS7365 (ground heaters) and MIL-H-18158E (shipboard ventilation). Today, Ducts Unlimited has over 100,000 linear feet of ducting in service worldwide. Their applications include: command posts, hospitals, decontamination facilities, communications centers and tactical shelters, in theatres all over the world.

Wed, 16 Jul 08
Micronora 2008
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/electronic/ati/press2.html
ATI will be present at 17th international microtechnology trade fair, Eurosatory 2008 from the 23 - 26 September at Parc des Expositions Micropolis to BesanÃ§on in France.Visit ATI in Hall A2 at booth 334.

Wed, 16 Jul 08
Saft Receives New Lithium Battery Order from the Australian Army
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/electrical/saft/press29.html
Saft has received a &uro;2.1 million order from the Australian Defence Materiel Organisation for BA-F300 lithium-sulphur dioxide batteries, with deliveries scheduled to begin later this year. The BA-F300 battery is a custom battery comprised of Saft LO 26 SX cells and is designed to withstand the demanding electrical and mechanical conditions encountered in combat and military training exercises. The batteries will be used to power a variety of portable military equipment, including Raven radios.

"This is a significant order for us. Saft has earned a reputation for superior product performance and our lithium technology has become the technology of choice for military organizations around the world," said David Anderson, Saft's Managing Director in Australia. "We look forward to expanding our relationship with the Australian DMO and providing reliable products that meet the demanding requirements of military applications."

Saft manufactures three primary lithium battery technologies (Li-SO2, Li-SOCl2, Li-MnO2) as well as rechargeable Li-ion, and has more than 30 years experience in developing lithium batteries for military customers.

Wed, 16 Jul 08
Retired Command Sergeant Major William Joseph Gainey Joins
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/personal/ess/press15.html
"I'm honored to be considered part of the ESS team because I believe in their products," said Mr Gainey.

"ESS is pleased to welcome Retired Command Sergeant Major Gainey to our Corporate Advisory Panel," expressed John Dondero, president of ESS. "We look forward to working with Mr Gainey and learning from his vast military experiences in order to ensure that ESS' eye and face protection products continue to provide our service men and women with the highest level of protection and user satisfaction."

Mr Gainey recently retired from the US Army, where he completed his distinguished career after being selected as the first Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. In that position, he interfaced with the most senior leaders of all military service branches and personally advised the Chairman on matters of professional development for enlisted personnel in a joint environment. Additionally, he has been fighting the Global War on Terrorism on the ground along-side Soldiers, Marines, Airmen and Sailors.

With tremendous insight and experience from the many positions he has held throughout his distinguished Army career, Mr. Gainey brings a wealth of knowledge to ESS. He enlisted in the Army under the Delayed Entry Program in 1974 and entered basic training at Fort Knox, Kentucky on June 17, 1975. During his 33-year career, this highly decorated Soldier served in every leadership position from command group gunner to Command Sergeant Major in support of numerous Operations including Operation Joint Endeavor (IFOR), Operation Joint Guard (SFOR 3), Operation Joint Forge (SFOR 8) and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Mr Gainey is a graduate of many military schools and training programs that include the Drill Sergeant School, Airborne School, Jump Master School, Air Movement Officer's Course, Observer Controller Course, First Sergeants Course, Pathfinder School, and the US Sergeants Major Academy, Class 41.

As a member of the ESS Corporate Advisory Panel, Mr. Gainey will serve as a senior US Military mentor. His intimate knowledge of the combat conditions in which modern Soldiers are required to operate and of the demands put on their gear will help ESS shape the future of its combat eye and face protection products and program development for the US Department of Defense.

Eye Safety Systems (ESS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Oakley, Inc. ESS creates advanced eye protection systems for military, law enforcement, and fire/rescue professionals. Designed for the planet's most hostile and unforgiving environments, ESS products feature cutting-edge technologies and patented innovations to ensure peak performance and uncompromised eye safety.

Headquartered in Sun Valley, Idaho, ESS is a leader in eyewear sold to the US military and firefighting markets.

Wed, 16 Jul 08
Blue Marines
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/field/blue-marines
Blue Marines Group is a leading logistical provider which specializes in delivering camp setup equipment and services to our customers. We offer a complete range of camp construction materials as well as peripheral supplies ranging from gaming consoles to gym equipment. We also provide structural elements for camps such as a range of perimeter fencing, and pre-fabricated containers including mobile offices and living trailers.

CAMP COMPUTERS AND ACCESSORIES

Blue Marines can supply camps with a full range of computers and computer-peripherals. These include:

Desktop PCs, laptops and notebooks

Internal and external hard drives

Mice and keyboards

Projectors

DVD RW (internal and external)

Blank CDs and DVDs

Graphic cards

RAMs

Cooling pads

Sandisks and USB flash drives

Digital cameras, camcorders and webcams

Entertainment peripherals such as MP3 players and gaming consoles

UPS

Photocopier machines, printers, scanners, and toners and cartridges

CAMP CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

Blue Marines also supplies a complete range of camp construction materials as part of their camp setup and installation service. Materials include cement, gravel, re-bars, wire mesh, roofing sheets, corrugated sheets, lumber and plywood, screws and nails metal sheets and bars.

CAMP PERIMETER FENCING

Blue Marine provide installation services and supplies for camp perimeter fencing. Fencing supplies we provide include:

Fencing

Barbed wire

Concertina wire

Tension wire

Razor wire

Fencing poles

GYM EQUIPMENTS FOR CAMPS

Blue Marines offer and supply camps with all kinds of gym equipments. Our wide range includes:

Dumbells and dumbbell racks

Adjustable bench presses

Olympic free weights

Spring clips

Squat pads

Treadmills

Exercise bikes

Eliptical runners

Rubber flooring mats

PRE-FABRICATED CONTAINERS, TRAILERS AND STORAGE CONTAINERS

Blue Marines also supplies and installs a wide range of pre-fabricated containers, trailers and storage containers. These include living trailers, Conex, Trimo, mobile offices, combination office / storage units and fiber glass cabinets and containers. These can be supplied in any size, subject to customer request.

CAMP PERIPHERALS

Blue Marines offer a diverse range of peripheral equipment critical to the day-to-day running of camps. This includes:

Aviation and infrared lights

Carpets and geo-textiles

Communication equipment

Concrete barriers

Electrical items

Force protection equipment

Furniture

Generator supply and maintenance

Heavy machinery

Plumbing items

Sports items

Tents

Tools

Wed, 16 Jul 08
Siemens
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/nbc/siemens
Based in Dorset, UK, Siemens Radiation Monitoring provides radiation detection and monitoring system solutions for the military, peace keeping, security and civil sectors to the international market.

Our detection systems are designed for use on vehicles, ships and submarines and for both local and wide area radiation monitoring networks. We design, develop, manufacture and support all our radiation detection systems including the NATO codified ANV S2 vehicle systems, the UK Radiation Incident Monitoring Network (RIMNET) and installed dockyard and command centre systems.

ANV S2 RADIATION MONITORING SYSTEMS

The Siemens ANV S2 system is a modular design which enables the user to specify a configuration to suit operational deployments and platform requirements. ANV S2 radiation monitoring systems are available as both vehicle and naval (ship-installed) systems.

The ANV S2 fighting vehicle system provides a continuous visual display of gamma dose rates, accumulated dose and associated alarms for the vehicle commander and their crew. System integrity is continuously monitored and any faults immediately indicated. A dataport is provided to interface with platform management systems providing comprehensive data in a standard format for on-board processing and, where appropriate, for radio relay to a command centre.

The ANV S2 systems have been designed to meet the full rigours of operational deployments. The systems have successfully completed type testing to UK defence standards which included wheeled and tracked vehicle levels of shock, vibration and electro-magnetic compatibility together with temperature, humidity and nuclear survivability.

Independent assessment of our detecting unit has predicted a Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) of approaching 15 years providing assured operation throughout extended deployments. Both the vehicle and the ship installed ANV S2 systems incorporate the same proven and rugged technologies and materials which provide the extended MTBF performance.

FIGHTING VEHICLE RADIATION DETECTION SYSTEMS

The fighting vehicle radiation detection system, ANV S2 FV, has successfully completed a Technical Demonstrator Project (TDP) sponsored by the UK MoD. The system was installed on a Spartan tracked vehicle and its performance assessed over a period of several weeks. Drive-by point source detection and low-level detection trials were completed to confirm the ANV S2 system's sensitivity and responsiveness to low-level transient radiation events.

Its modular design, product specification and options make it suitable for both civil and military applications. Typical systems comprise two or three wide-range detectors and a control unit (or control display unit). An optional remote unit can also be fitted to a vehicle.

Organisations using Siemens Radiation Monitoring systems currently include:

Military forces

Special forces

Police

Ambulance services

Fire services

Border security

Radiation Monitoring is a member of NBC (UK) and has accreditation for quality management systems to BS EN ISO 9001:2000 and for environmental management systems to BS EN ISO 14001:2004. We are an approved supplier to the UK Ministry of Defence with over 50 years experience of supplying radiation detection and monitoring systems to the military and to the nuclear power industry.

Our systems are in constant use in many countries, providing essential radiological data to ensure the safety of personnel against a radiation threat.

Wed, 16 Jul 08
Military-Industrial Company
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/vehicles/ooo-vpk
Military-Industrial Company was established in 2006 as the head office of the Arzamas machinery plant and Barnaultransmash plant. Nowadays it produces world renowned BTR series of APCs (BTR-80, BTR-80A, BTR-90), the VODNIK highly-mobile multi-purpose vehicle and a wide range of diesel engines including the famous UTD engine range for IFV BMP-2 and BMP-3. Military Industrial Company also manufactures and supplies the acclaimed and versatile GAZ family of armoured vehicles.

GAZ-2330 TIGR â€“ (TACTICAL INFANTRY GROUND ROAMER) - ARMOURED VEHICLE

Last year the full-scale production of a family of new armored GAZ-2330 TIGR vehicles was launched. These multifunctional vehicles can be used to deploy rapid-reaction teams, escort convoys, conduct routine patrols and carry out counter-terrorist operations.

TIGR vehicles can be used in adverse weather conditions and extremes of temperature ranging from 50Â°C to +50Â°C, and can withstand almost 100% humidity at +25

The TIGR provides fuel endurance up to 900km. This armoured vehicle also features all-wheel independent torsion suspension with hydraulic telescopic shock absorbers and a roll bar, high 400mm ground clearance, radial 12.00R18 tires with directed tread pattern, all-wheel drive with interaxle locking differential in two-stage transfer case, cross-axle self-locking limited slip differentials, a steering system with hydraulic booster, and a powerful turbocharged diesel engine, granting the vehicle outstanding cross-country mobility.

The TIGR can negotiate side slopes of 20Â°, gradients of 30Â°, trenches of up to 0.5m width and vertical obstacles of 0.4m in height. The vehicle incorporates a central tire inflation system which can adapt tire pressure to suit a variety of surfaces. The TIGR carries an electric winch with a pulling force of 4,000kgf and 20m of wire rope. The vehicle is also equipped with an automatic fire extinguishing system for the engine compartment.

The TIGRâ€™s armored hull provides protection against small-arms fire, shell fragments and IED blasts. The hull and door windows are bulletproof and the vehicleâ€™s spall liners protect personnel against spalls if the hull is hit by bullets or fragments and exclude ricochet from the opposite side if the hull is pierced.

Last year vehicles of the TIGR family were adopted into service by the Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia.

GAZ-233014 ARMORED SPECIAL PURPOSE VEHICLES

The GAZ-233014 is designed for the transportation of six people â€“ two crew and four passengers. The roof of the vehicle is equipped with a turntable for the installation of a 7.62mm Pecheneg or 12.7mm KORD light machine gun, or a 30mm AGS 17 automatic grenade launcher.

GAZ-233034 AND GAZ-233036 SPECIAL POLICE VEHICLE

The GAZ-233034 and 233036 are used as special police vehicles. They can carry up to nine people â€“ two crew and seven passengers. Hatches and brackets for installation of 7.62mm Pecheneg machinegun and 30mm AGS-17 grenade launchers are mounted on the vehicleâ€™s roof. The windows of GAZ-233036 special police vehicles are equipped with firing ports.

ARMOURED PERSONNEL CARRIERS

The GAZ-233014-0000186 and GAZ-233014-0000184 APCs are produced with a right-hand-side steering system. The vehicles are designed to transport of six (two crew and four passengers) and eight persons (two crew and six passengers) respectively.

GAZ-2330001 UNARMOURED VEHICLE

The GAZ-2330001 is an unarmored variant of the GAZ military vehicle range. It has five doors and a closed cargo compartment, and is equipped with four seats.

Tue, 15 Jul 08
Gulf Telecom
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/navigation/gulf-telecom
Gulf Telecom Government Services offers a breadth of end-to-end solutions and value-added services to meet the most stringent government communications requirements. We provide global satellite and terrestrial connectivity to deliver Internet voice, data and video systems to the military, government agencies and their strategic partners.

INTEGRATED SATELlITE, TERRESTRIAL AND HYBRID COMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS

Gulf Telecom Government Services recognizes the unique requirements of government and military customers and offers a wide range of reliable and cost-effective communications systems to meet their specific needs. A single source solution, Gulf Telecom designs and integrates satellite, terrestrial and hybrid networks to access even "hard to reach" regions seamlessly, rapidly and reliably.

COMMUNICATION NETWORK DESIGN AND ENGINEERING

After analyzing a client&squo;s applications and network requirements, Gulf Telecom will develop a design and engineering strategy to enhance your network performance. Engineering expertise includes:

Technology review Network architecture design, planning, optimization Management and control Requirements definition Protocol analysis Equipment specification, selection and sourcing

Gulf Telecom Government Services has developed and refined integration and testing provisions to ensure that the systems delivered meet customer design specifications and requirements. These include:

System analysis Network / link analysis and optimization Requirements analysis Reliability, Maintainability and Availability (RMA) analysis

DEFENSE TELECOMMUNICATION NETWORKS

Almost thirty years of experience, technical expertise and market knowledge enables Gulf Telecom to deliver a bespoke, high quality, total solution service. This includes initial design through to supply and installation of equipment to documentation, management and on-going support.

Staff at Gulf Telecom are highly qualified and trained to operate effectively in remote and hazardous conditions. Every project undertaken is backed by a 24-hour technical helpline and continuous monitoring from the service management centre. This commitment to quality of service before, during and after the implementation of effective solutions is recognized in an ISO 9001 accreditation.

LAND AND MARINE-BASED TELECOMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS Gulf Telecom employs a comprehensive portfolio of services for both land and marine use; including:

Voice Fax Data 2.4kb-2Mbit/s Videoconferencing LAN/WAN PABX Telemetry GMDSS CCTV Subscriber billing Alarm systems Meteorological systems

GLOBAL VOICE, DATA AND MULTIMEDIA CONNECTIVITY

Systems integration solutions: whether it's microwave radio links in the Arabian Desert or integrated VSAT DAMA networks offshore, Gulf Telecom systems help to create a "desktop environment" which means business as usual for the customer operating in a remote location where no other terrestrial infrastructure exists.

With broadband VSAT capability as its core focus, Gulf Telecom provides seamless global voice, data and multimedia connectivity from some of the harshest terrain on Earth - from deep within the Sahara to a cruise liner in the Pacific Ocean.

First-class telecommunications for remote and hazardous locations - whether on air, land or at sea - is the key factor behind every turnkey communications system designed by the company.

Tue, 15 Jul 08
Northrop Grumman Remotec
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/mines/northrop-grumman
Northrop Grumman&squo;s Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) operate in a world where failure is expensive in terms of human life and property. As the leading global supplier of generic UGVs for hazardous operations, the company combines unsurpassed field experience with the latest military-grade technology to offer the most versatile range of equipment available today. With exceptional performance from both ANDROS and Wheelbarrow ranges, Northrop Grumman offers a benchmark solution to the new asymmetrical terrorist threat, enabling Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) professionals to take considered decisions at a distance.

WHEELBARROW EOD UNMANNED GROUND VEHICLE

Building on Northrop Grumman&squo;s experience in delivering unmanned vehicles worldwide, Wheelbarrow has evolved to bring the most advanced technology to the aid of the EOD operator. Today Wheelbarrow is regarded by EOD and CBRNE specialists worldwide as the most capable and reliable unmanned vehicle available. Used in the most demanding of operations, it is unmatched for its combination of speed, dexterity, reach and payload capabilities.

CUTLASS BOMB DISPOSAL UGV

The largest UK UGV contract to date is for the MoD&squo;s CUTLASS EOD platform, an 80-vehicle contract won by Northrop Grumman in 2006, in the face of international competition.

Perhaps CUTLASS&squo; most notable feature is that its arm has nine degrees of freedom with resolved motion, giving the operator massively enhanced manipulation options. This is a world-first, and coupled with high speed and mobility characteristics, this vehicle takes UGV capabilities to a new level.

Northrop Grumman is also preparing a CUTLASS variant for export for 2009, either as complete systems or with the platforms and payload offered separately. In addition, the company plans to release a range of new developments for the Wheelbarrow range of products. There are also a number of other technical developments that are strictly confidential at present.

Northrop Grumman is also combining its talents from other areas to offer the operator a full Command and Control (C&C) suite for multiple UGVs. Phil Ripley, business development manager at Northrop Grumman Remotec, cites the company&squo;s new integrated collaboration environment based on TouchTable technology: "It&squo;s a display with a touch sensitive screen the size of a typical desk, providing a map viewed from above and overlaying data from different sources. This allows users to zoom in and out and move around to review ground scenarios in significant detail; and with the support of historical data it&squo;s a major development in command capability. The aim is to provide accurate, real time situational awareness in a user-friendly format ‐ giving an extra edge against potential threats."

EOD, SEVURITY, SURVEILLANCE AND SENSING VEHICLES

A leading supplier of unmanned ground vehicles for more than 30 years, Northrop Grumman&squo;s Remotec subsidiary designs, engineers and manufactures a range of EOD, security, surveillance and sensing vehicles, with additional HazMat and CBRN applications. The company is the UK MoD&squo;s sole supplier for this size of vehicle, and the company is a partner to police and military organisations worldwide, with well over 2,000 UGVs sold internationally.

ABOUT NORTHROP GRUMMAN

Northrop Grumman is a global defence and technology company and provides innovative products, services and solutions in systems integration, defence electronics, information technology, advanced aircraft, shipbuilding and space technology.

With headquarters in Los Angeles, California, the company has annual revenues in excess of $30billion and more than 120,000 employees operating in 25 countries serving international military, government and commercial customers.

In the UK, Northrop Grumman has successfully operated for a number of years and provides avionics, communications, electronic warfare systems, marine navigation systems, C4I and mission planning, unmanned vehicles, IT systems and software development. The company&squo;s primary UK facilities are based in London, Chester, Coventry, Fareham, New Malden, Peterborough, RAF Waddington and Solihull.

Tue, 15 Jul 08
DSM Dyneema
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/personal/dsm-dyneema
DSM Dyneema is the inventor and manufacturer of DyneemaÂ®, the world&squo;s strongest fibre.

Dyneema is an ultra-reliable polyethylene fibre that offers maximum strength combined with minimum weight, and is finding an ever-increasing array of uses in the performance-demanding life protection sector. Dyneema is available both as continuous filament yarn and Uni-Directional sheet (UD) for use against ballistic threats.

It is up to 15 times stronger than quality steel and up to 40% stronger than aramid fibres, on a weight-per-weight basis. DyneemaÂ® floats on water and is extremely durable and resistant to moisture, UV light and chemicals. The applications are therefore more or less unlimited.

Dyneema&squo;s key applications are highly diverse, ranging from bullet-resistant vests and helmets to ballistic protection for military and police vehicles.

Dyneema UD products offer high levels of protective ability whilst keeping weight to a minimum. Subsequently, when used in personal protective equipment and clothing, Dyneema UD provides for increased comfort and is therefore comfortable to wear in extreme circumstances and over long periods of time.

LIGHTWEIGHT FIBRE FOR BODY ARMOUR

When incorporated into body armour, Dyneema&squo;s light weight and flexibility allows the wearer an unparalleled freedom of movement without compromising protective value. Additional armour plates made with Dyneema UD can be moulded to fit the shape and size of the wearer&squo;s body and inserted into garments. This allows for protective products to be &squo;tailor-made&squo; to fit the wearer, enhancing both comfort and confidence for those in the line of fire.

VEHICLE ARMOUR PLATING

DyneemaÂ® UD can also be incorporated into custom-shaped armour panels for vehicles, offering improved design flexibility and protection. Dyneema UD is a light-weight, cost effective alternative to metal armour to protect occupants from direct fire, landmine and improvised explosive device (IED) threats. The lower weight of solutions based on Dyneema UD improves the vehicle&squo;s performance and payload, and facilitates easier installation of the armour.

DSM Dyneema has its own well-equipped testing facilities and is continuously looking at material improvements and application developments in collaboration with different institutes, customers and end users.

Tue, 8 Jul 08
Sandisk Launches Solid-State Drives for Ultra Low-Cost PC's
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/data_recording/reactive/press9.html
SanDisk Corporation today introduced a line of flash memory-based solid-state drives (SSDs) that are designed for an emerging new category of portable consumer electronics - called Ultra Low-Cost PCs (ULCPC) or â€œnetbooksâ€ - that allow users to have an enhanced experience while easily surfing the Internet using wireless communication. The SanDisk pSSD (Parallel ATA solid state drive) eliminates the need for a hard disk drive and can store both the operating system and application data for these new devices.

A pioneer in developing SSDs for laptop computers, tablet PCs and blade servers, SanDisk is making the new SSD modules available in 4-, 8- and 16-gigabyte (GB)1 capacities, with a streaming read speed of 39 megabytes per second (MB/s)2 and a streaming write performance of 17MB/s.2 Supporting both Linux and Microsoft Windows XP operating systems, SanDisk pSSD solid state drives are being shown this week at Computex Taipei, where SanDisk is exhibiting at Booth M320 in Nangang Exhibition Hall.

SanDisk's pSSD solid state drives, which are expected to be available starting in August, are built using the company's reliable Multi-Level Cell (MLC) and Single-Level Cell (SLC) flash memory. This technology is produced at fabrication plants in Yokkaichi, Japan, where SanDisk and its partner, Toshiba Corporation, share the output. The two companies have co-developed many of the designs and technologies in NAND flash.

ULCPCs are inexpensive handheld laptops - smaller than a conventional notebook computer but larger than a mobile 'smart' phone - that are easy to carry and cost in the range of US$250 to US$350. They enable consumers to browse the Internet on the go, with a user interface that replicates that of larger PCs. Originally, ULCPCs were developed as low-cost computing solutions for school children in developing nations. But the diminutive devices have caught on with adults, and now manufacturers are rolling out devices that are designed for general consumer use.

"We're excited to be involved in this emerging market of ULCPCs, which take the concept of affordability into new directions - ones that are ideally suited to the multiple benefits of SanDisk's technology," said Rich Heye, Senior Vice President and General Manager at SanDisk's Solid State Drives (SSD) Business Unit. â€œBased on consumer response to some of the first ULCPCs, these devices are quickly developing a popular following. Our new pSSDs are enablers for manufacturers to create what could become the next wave of personal and portable computing devices."

According to Joseph Unsworth, Research Director at Gartner: "The opportunity for SSDs in the emerging market of ultra low-cost PCs is promising." Gartner expects the low-cost SSD category to grow from 635,000 units in 2007 to over 33 million units in 2012, and that represents a five-year compound growth rate of 117 percent. "As semiconductor innovation enables more powerful functionality at lower prices, storage requirements will continue to be elastic, providing opportunities for companies that can command compelling low-cost SSD solutions," said Unsworth.

The ULCPC category includes devices that exclusively use solid state drives, rather than conventional hard disk drives, for the system volume. The devices require small form factor and low power consumption, thus providing a good user experience and a full day's work on a single battery charge. In addition to providing affordable computing solutions, these PCs are designed to withstand the heat, dust, humidity and unreliable power that can impact performance. Thus, ULCPCs leverage the main advantages of flash-based SSDs including reliability, power consumption, form factor and cost.

SanDisk Corporation, the inventor and world's largest supplier of flash storage cards, is a global leader in flash memory - from research, manufacturing and product design to consumer branding and retail distribution. SanDisk's product portfolio includes flash memory cards for mobile phones, digital cameras and camcorders; digital audio/video players; USB flash drives for consumers and the enterprise; embedded memory for mobile devices; and solid state drives for computers. SanDisk is a Silicon Valley-based S&P 500 company, with more than half its sales outside the United States.

Tue, 8 Jul 08
SANDISK CRUZER Encrypted USB
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/data_recording/reactive/press8.html
SANDISK's "Cruzer" USB secure memory stick product with 256bit AES hardware encryption (literature and pricing on request) is now certified to the FIPS 140-2 standard.

The "Cruzer" is ideal for storing sensitive data and protecting organisations against the security implications of device loss or theft. It has all the benefits of a primary hardware encryption solution, whilst providing central control of device allocation, access, and tracking with our optional server based CMC software. The CMC product also integrates well with industry standard port control software.

The "Cruzer" is fast and available in capacities up to 8GB. The Enterprise version forces the use of a complex password, and will be of interest to your customers, administrators, project managers and senior engineers that must work with sensitive data off-site and to those responsible for your IT security.

The use of the "Cruzer" should end the threat of 'embarrassing' headlines once and for all. We expect to be able to offer further secure versions of SANDISK's Solid State Disk (SSD) product range for embedded laptop and mobile tablet computer use, but this is only one reason to consider the use of SSD's to replace hard disks: SANDISK's SSD 5000 series SSD products are superior to hard disks (HDD) in all the criteria now important in all critical applications, namely:

Reduced power requirement by a factor of 2.5 over an equivalent HDD (20/30 minutes extended laptop battery life - a green solution) Improved speed (seek time and data transfer rate) two times the speed of 7200 rpm Seagate HDD; 65 times the IOPS (Vista OS) Maximum product life (up to 30 years and at least three times the life of an HDD), no "Blue Screen of Death" failures Enhanced reliability (2,000,000 hr MTBF; seven times the true MTBF of hard disk drives). Environmental tolerance (three temperature grades to full Mil-std 810F -40deg to +85degC operating). Minimum 30% wider temperature range than HDDs

Rugged, 1,000G versus 250G for a typical HDD Addition features include:

Lower cost of ownership in critical applications Embedded 20 second irrevocable security erase and seven selectable sanitisation, declassification protocols ("Classic" product range only)

Totally silent operation

Altitude independent (no flying heads) The SANDISK SSD5000 UATA (PATA) and SATA product range for rugged laptops is used by DELL, HP, and IBM, and approved by Microsoft WHQL for Vista. The new CF5000 industrial grade fast compact flash device may be used with our latest reactive SCSI-1 and SCSI-2 hard disk emulator (bridge to flash), for upgrading critical legacy defence systems that depend on unreliable and often obsolete tape and rotating magnetic disk drives.

Reactive provide dedicated high performance data storage solutions to primary defence contractors and government agencies with unique applications. These solutions range from the most advanced solid state disk products and subsystems for both airborne and rugged, reliable portable computing use, to the support of critical legacy defence systems with enhanced tape and disk drive hardware emulators. We are the SanDisk UK distributors to the defence and government sectors, but also offer other â€œbest of breedâ€ SSD products.

ADVANCED PRODUCTS

SANDISK's high performance, low cost, Solid-State Disk (SSD) products replace 1.8in, 2.5in and 3.5in conventional IDE+, PATA, SATA, USB and CF disk drives on a form, fit and function basis. No special software drivers are required and the products provide tolerance to harsh environments (many up to Mil-Std 810-F), together with lower weight and power consumption. The products offer totally silent operation, very high reliability and up to five-year warranty. The "Classic" mSSD/FFD products also feature built-in (20 second or 5 second) security erase, and selectable sanitisation (declassification) protocols approved by the NSA, DOD, IRIG and other bodies.

The embedded, patented, TFFS protocol on our Flash SSD products provides a 30+ year product life not possible with conventional Flash wear levelling protocols. High sustained W/R transfer rates make our PATA (UATA) and SATA products amongst the fastest SSDs available in classic disk form factors. Selected by BAE, SAAB, Thales, Ultra, SELEX, DRS, EDS, Ultra, Qinetiq and many others, our products have become widely used for airborne reconnaissance and mission memory and may be adapted to emulate magnetic tape units or earlier conventional SCSI-1, SCSI-2 disks.

DEDICATED SYSTEMS SUPPORT

Our standard legacy disk and tape drive hardware emulators are based on hard disk, hybrid and full solid state technologies and replace data storage devices (disk, tape, etc,) that are now difficult to repair or source, or are found unsuitable for the targeted application. We also supply the associated consultancy, dedicated design, and system integration services, to help in those cases where the best solution involves the matching of existing legacy system interfaces to the more future-proof and advanced interfaces common to modern data storage products.

To support our customers that rely on the obsolete SASI/SCSI-1 interfaces we have developed a SCSI/SCSI bridge product with programmable interface characteristics that allows our high performance FFDs to be interfaced to legacy host systems without software change. For low capacities, up to 16GB, the Reactive SCSI bridge product is available to accept our industrial grade, SLC compact flash 5000 devices and fits within the original 3.5in disk footprint.

At the extreme high performance end, our fibre connected "TMS", solid state disk products allow data rates as high as 350MBytes/second over multiple 4GB/s host channels (Over 400,000 IOPS). These products provide high transfer rates and unbeatable IOPS irrespective of record length, as a cost efficient alternative to RAID, where bandwidth is more critical than capacity (e.g., code and image recognition). The "TMS 500" system is the fastest memory product currently in manufacture.

Tue, 8 Jul 08
Remploy Textile Unit
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/nbc/remploy
Benchmark CBRN protection system provider, British firm Remploy Frontline, has a 30 year history of offering bespoke CBRN solutions for military and civil agencies.

Widely recognised as an established authority, Remploy Frontline has worked alongside a range of organisations to produce tailored CBRN protection systems, including the British military to produce the proven Mk 1V suit and the British police to produce the highly acclaimed CR1 integrated ensemble.

Continually assessing and evaluating new materials and techniques, Remploy Frontline's fully automated planning and production processes use a skilled team of designers, technicians and machinists who collaborate to create highly specified products.

CBRN EQUIPMENT

Working in close partnership with customers to provide bespoke and specific solutions, the company has built up unique CBRN expertise and, in its work in conjunction with the MoD, has also built up a unique capability to critically develop product specifications, convert them into operational manuals and manufacturing templates and provide an expert commentary on their workability and practicality. This very expertise has been used on innumerable occasions to modify and progress specifications for a wide range of products.

Mk 1V CBRN PROTECTION SUIT

An integral item of kit for the military for the last 15 years and originally designed and endorsed by the UK MoD and then further developed in partnership with NATO, the Mk 1V CBRN protection suit remains one of the most versatile and cost effective levels of protection available and is suitable for use across a wide range of operational environments.

CR1 CBRN PROTECTION SUIT

The CR1 CBRN protection suit, developed in partnership with the UK police, has re-writtten the established CBRN protocol in line with new civil requirements. Partnering the police to undertake extensive research and field trials on materials and different suit compositions at Dstl's Porton Down labs, Remploy Frontline has created the now widely acclaimed CR1 protection suit, in use throughout the UK's police services. This new concept integrated ensemble system offers unbeatable protection against liquid chemical splash, vapour and biological spore as well as providing a high performance Nomex flame retardent capability.

GLOBAL LEADERS IN CBRN EQUIPMENT

An authority in its field - Remploy Frontline utilises its renowned and relentless R&D to find appropriate, ground-breaking solutions - assuring its leading position within the global CBRN market.

For more info on bespoke CBRN protection solutions please contact us.

Tue, 8 Jul 08
CNIM
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/engineering/cnim
CNIM is a leader in the design and manufacture of fast deployment military bridges of all kinds, including floating, dry-support, assault, logistic and rafts.

ASSAULT BRIDGES AND RAFTS

Floating bridges and rafts: PFM-SIR, BAC20 and BAC60 One span bridges: PTA (modular assault bridge)

TACTICAL BRIDGES

Floating bridges and rafts: PFM, PFM-SIR, BAC20 and BAC60 One span bridges: PTA (modular assault bridge) and PAR 70

LOGISTIC (SUPPORT) BRIDGES

Floating bridge: PFM and PFM-SIR One span bridge: PAR 70

FLOATING BRIDGES AND RAFTS

All military floating bridges and rafts in this family build on the same technology, thus ensuring high reliability and low life cycle cost. They are launched and recovered by dedicated semi-trailers from unprepared banks and are autonomous once in the water. They require no additional means such as bank preparation dozers or tug boats. Land mobility is excellent thanks to their design, their reduced weight and their All Wheel Drive (AWD) devices. The prime mover is client's choice, upon specification.

PFM TACTICAL AND LOGISTIC FLOATING BRIDGE

The PFM floating bridge is a continuous assembly of motorized floating modules, which is linked to land by access ramps. Bridge construction is mechanized and PFM can be used either as a tactical in-stride crossing mean or as a logistic bridge.

The PFM features fast deployment time, ease of use and a reduced life cycle cost. PFM bridge is MLC70 in fast currents, offers excellent battle damage sustainability and can access banks up to 3 meters above the water.

PFM is in service with three European armies.

BAC20 AND BAC60 ASSAULT RAFTS

Both the BAC20 and BAC60 assault rafts use the highly reliable and cost effective technology of the PFM. They can be deployed within minutes under any bank conditions.

PFM SIR ASSAULT BRIDGE

The PFM SIR assault bridge is an improvement of the PFM floating bridge. Its modularity allows the military commander to build any combination of rafts or MLC70 bridges, and switch from one mode to the other within minutes, depending on operational conditions. A centralized command (new feature) makes the PFM SIR assualt bridge one of the most crew effective systems available today.

The PFM SIR assault bridge is currently being delivered to an Asian army. CLEAR SPAN BRIDGES - PAR 70 SUPPORT BRIDGE The PAR 70 support bridge is a rapid deployment, MLC 70 towed support bridge. It is transported, launched and retrieved by a dedicated semi-trailer with no additional equipment required. The prime mover is the client's choice upon specification. Mobility is excellent thanks to the overall reduced weight of the system and the AWD device of the semi-trailer (in option).

The bridge is 19.5m long with a trackway of 4m wide and weighs 9,000kg. It can be deployed within three minutes by a crew of three. A pipe-line crossing version is also available.

The bridge itself is in service with the French Army. Its launching device is an improvement of an existing device, also in service with the French Army.

PAR 70 support bridge can be adapted on any existing AVLB in order to upgrade it to MLC 70.

CLEAR SPAN BRIDGES - PTA MODULAR ASSAULT BRIDGE

The PTA is a MLC 70 modular assault bridge, whose length is adjusted by the crew according to the width of the gap. It comes in two versions:

PTA2: one vehicle can launch two 14.3m bridges or one 26m bridge before replenishment PTA3: one vehicle can launch three 10.5m bridges, or one 10.5m plus one 18.7m bridges, or one 27m long bridge

These systems offer an excellent operational flexibility as well as an unmatched life cycle cost. Both use the same 10x10 wheeled chassis, which offers state of the art tactical and strategic mobility.

Operation, launching and retrieving is fully automated. The system is operated by a crew of two under armour.

Development and initial production of the PTA modualr assault bridges is under progress for the French Army.

Tue, 8 Jul 08
Mercedes-Benz
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/vehicles/mercedes-benz
Daimler is the world's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, and an established supplier of Mercedes-Benz military vehicles to land-defence customers worldwide. With more than 200 standard and custom-built solution models, including vans, extreme off-roaders and heavy-duty trucks, you can rest assured that Mercedes-Benz has the perfect vehicle solution to meet your logistical and tactical requirements.

MERCEDES-BENZ MILITARY VEHICLES

Mercedes-Benz military vehicles are developed using the most modern resources and comprehensive data derived from extreme global operations. Outstanding features which no other manufacturer offers include:

Full-line military vehicle programme (0.5t and 100t military payload) for a broad range of missions All-wheel-drive, differential locks and high-torque engines for extreme conditions and terrains Advanced vehicle technologies (focusing on lifecycle costs) Logistic Support Analysis (LSA) Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) Worldwide logistic field service experience Financial services (financing, leasing, fleet management and more)

MB CROSS-COUNTRY VEHICLE

G-Wagon models offer two wheelbases and payload capacities from 0.7t up to 2t. The power comes from a 2.8L five-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel engine producing 130kW (190hp) 370Nm. The off-road capability is supported by an automatic transmission and a two-shaft transfer case plus 100% locking differentials on both axles.

MB MILITARY VAN RANGE

The Vito is available with a payload capacity up to 1.1t and is powered by two engines producing 80kW (109hp) 290Nm and 110kW (150hp) 330Nm.

Sprinter models have a payload capacity from 1t to 2.7t and are powered by three engines producing 80kW (102hp) 109Nm to 135kW (184hp) 400Nm.

The Vario 4x4 boasts a climbing ability of up to 73% and an outstanding payload capacity from 2.5t to 4.2t when considering its GVW of 7.5t. The power comes from three engines producing 95kW (129hp) 520Nm to 130kW (177hp) 675Nm.

MB MILITARY TRUCK RANGE

Atego, the lightweight, medium-duty truck range, offers a GVW range from 10t to 15t. Power comes from four inline engines producing 130kW (177hp) 675Nm up to 210kW (286 hp) 1,120Nm, which can move 3t to 5t payloads effortlessly.

Axor, the semi-heavy-duty truck range, offers a GVW of 18t. Power comes from four inline engines producing 175kW (238 hp) 850Nm up to 240kW (326hp) 1,300Nm which transport 5t to 7t payloads.

Actros, the heavy-duty truck range with a GVW up to 41t, is already well established in the civilian market and offers several axle variations: 4x4, 6x6, 8x8 and 6x6 truck tractor. Power comes from V6 and V8 engines offering seven different output versions, from engines producing 235kW (320hp) 1,530Nm to high-power 442kW engines (609 hp) producing 2,400Nm.

S-Type, the medium and heavy-duty truck range with a GVW up to 27t, offer two axle variations: 4x4 and 6x6. Its payload capacities range from 4t up to 10t. Power comes from a V6 engine which offers an output of 240kW (326hp) producing 1,300Nm.

MB EXTREME OFFROADER

The Unimog, with its unsurpassed off-road capability, offers three 4x4 model variations with payloads from 1.5t to 7t. Portal axles and 100% differential locks give the Unimog its outstanding off-roadability. The Unimog U3000 to U5000 model range offers three engine output ratings, from engines producing 115kW (156hp) 610Nm to 160kW (218hp) 810Nm.

Mercedes-Benz vehicles prove their economic efficiency thanks to their reliability during on and off-road missions, and in everyday practical operations throughout the world.

Fri, 4 Jul 08
More User-Friendly Website for FN Herstal
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/machine_guns/fnherstal/press11.html
FN Herstal officially launches its new website, which brings some major improvements. The Internet users are able to compare technical data of products of the same family therefore select quickly and easily the more appropriate weapon.

The new design gives more importance to interactivity and videos, including the new video that has been created for the international launch of the SCARÂ™ assault rifle at Eurosatory, Paris. No doubt this is a major improvement compared to the previous website.

The website is currently available in English, but further language versions will be announced in the next few months. Future improvements will include a downloadable section of the catalog, a photo gallery, some press reviews, to name just a few.

FN Herstal designs, develops and manufactures a full range of light and portable weapons, integrated weapon systems and ammunition for military and law enforcement agencies worldwide.

Fri, 4 Jul 08
Aimpoint's Smallest Tactical Sight
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/machine_guns/aimpoint/press14.html
In response to the need for smaller and lighter tactical sights, Aimpoint proudly introduced earlier this year the new Aimpoint Micro T-1 electronic red-dot sight. Built to offer the same battle-proven ruggedness as larger Aimpoint sights, the Micro T-1 sight is able to perform under extreme conditions while adding negligible weight to your weapon.

This new compact sight is suitable for use on rifles, carbines, shotguns, submachineguns and handguns. The Aimpoint Micro T-1 sight is ideal as a stand-alone sight, and can also be piggybacked on top of larger magnifying scopes, night vision, or thermal imaging optics.

The Micro T-1 weighs in at only 105 g. (3.7 oz.), and comes complete with a patent-pending integral Picatinny mount that is keyed into the sight body to absorb recoil. The Aimpoint Micro T-1 is a 1X (non magnifying) parallax-free optic that features a 4 minutes of angle (MOA) red dot for fast target acquisition. No tools are required to zero the sight, as the top of the caps covering the windage and elevation screws fit directly into holes on the adjustment screws to make the adjustment.

The Micro T-1 sight is waterproof to 25 meters (80 feet) and tough enough to stand up to the worst field conditions. Optimized for use with all generations of night vision devices, the Aimpoint Micro T-1 sight features a manual adjustment switch with 6 night vision compatible settings and 7 daylight settings (including one extra bright setting for use in desert sunlight or with laser protection filters).

Aimpoint s state-of-the-art ACET diode technology allows the Micro T-1 sight to operate continuously for over 5 years on a single CR-2032 battery. The Aimpoint Micro T-1 is a very exciting tactical optic not just because of its small size, but also due to its extreme versatility said Aimpoint President Lennart Ljungfelt.

Not only is the Micro T-1 a full-featured stand-alone combat optic, it can also be mounted on top of other magnifying optics, giving the operator dual capabilities to engage targets in a CQB situation as well as at longer ranges. Now, everyone can have the speed advantage of a red dot sight, no matter what type of weapon or primary optic they are carrying.

Fri, 4 Jul 08
Aimpoint introduces the new MPS3 Sight
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/machine_guns/aimpoint/press15.html
Aimpoint, the world leader and innovator of red dot sighting technology, has announced the latest generation of the company s heavy weapon sight the AimpointÂ® MPS3. Designed for use on medium to heavy support weapons, the MPS3 sight enables users to quickly bring a weapon on target, and greatly increases first hit probability.

The Aimpoint MPS3 is a passive electronic reflex collimator sight. It is a rugged, parallax-free, 1X (non-magnifying) optic with unlimited eye relief. The MPS3 sight features an adjustable brightness red dot with 9 daylight and 7 night vision compatible settings, making it suitable for use in all light conditions and fully compatible with all generations of night vision equipment.

The MOA red dot is ideal for engagement of targets at all distances. The MPS3 sight is designed for use in extreme conditions, and able to withstand heavy recoil forces. The MPS3 sight has many of the same electronic upgrades found in the Army s new Aimpoint M68CCO (CompM4) sights. The advanced ACET technology and an improved LED gives the MPS3 the same 80,000 hour constant-on power as the M68CCO using only a single AA size battery.

The brightness selection switch has also been redesigned for improved durability, and can be manipulated even while wearing gloves. Integrated rails on the top and side of the MPS3 sight allow for easy attachment of accessories such a laser aiming, white light or infrared illumination devices.

A new mounting system known as the Aimpoint MGMount has been developed for use with the MPS3 sight. The MGMount contains a simple but effective 3-step ballistic compensator preset for 200, 800 and 1200 meters. The ballistic compensation can quickly be changed using the selector lever without losing eye contact with the target.

This mount fits on a standard M1913 Picatinny rail. "Listening to the specific needs of our end users helps Aimpoint develop better products," said Aimpoint President Lennart Ljungfelt. "The company s development team constantly strives to exceed all expectations of quality, durability and functionality. Our company-wide commitment to providing our military end users with the best possible tools is something we are all very proud of. The MPS3 sight is a direct result of that commitment."

Fri, 4 Jul 08
PeltorÂ® Tactical Safety Products, Manufactured by Aearo Technologies, Announces New Military and Tactical Applications Eyewear
http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/personal/aearo-technologies/press2.html
Indianapolis, Indiana â€“ Aearo Technologies brands announce their new military products lineup for the first quarter of 2008 with innovative designs to address the specific needs of military and tactical applications.

Peltor NighthawkÂ™ â€“ the Most Advanced Combat Eyewear system for Today's Warfighter Introducing the most advanced, complete combat eyewear system ever created. Built from the ground up to provide serious protection for serious missions, this complete goggle and spectacle system's exclusive features fight against the relentless elements in real-life combat. Designed with US forces in Iraq and Afghanistan in mind, sand, dirt and debris are no match for the Peltor Nighthawk. Incorporated into its design are:

A sand-resistant filter with ultra-soft, ergonomic seal Our exclusive FitLoop for frame comfort and versatility Advanced ZeissÂ® optics with distortion-free 180Â° viewing Easy-change, impact-resistant anti-fog lens in gray and clear options Optional universal RX insert

The Peltor Nighthawk has been commercially available since February the 15th 2008.

Peltor(R) Patrol Series Tactical Eyewear

The street-tough design and authoritative styling of Peltor(R) patrol series tactical eyewear provides first-line defense for the eyes of law enforcement and military professionals. This durable, lightweight and comfortable eyewear combines tactical safety expertise with authoritative eyewear styling in three options to meet law enforcement and military requirements.

With anti-fog, abrasion-resistant lenses and offering 99.9% UV protection, the Patrol series meets ANSI Z87.1 and the military Vo high-velocity test protocol. It is compatible with helmets and other equipment and features highly protective, wrap-around design and neutral gray lenses for better color contrast in all lighting conditions.