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Cobham Antenna Systems Microwave Antennas

Cobham Announces Development of Customisable Dual-Polar C-Band Antenna Range

Cobham Antenna Systems, a market-leading supplier of antennas, has developed a range of dual-polar C-Band antennas covering the 4.40-5.00GHz frequency band.All antennas in the range incorporate interleaved elements, which provide dual vertical & horizontal (V&H) polarisation, within a single compact, rugged and stable radome. The antennas can also be configured to operate in dual circular…

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Donaldson Enhances Vibration Test Capabilities

Filtration technology expert, Donaldson now has the ability to perform in-house vibration tests on its products, with a new LDS V9 combo system. The company is developing a heavy truck air intake filtration system, which will undergo rigorous testing to ensure it is robust enough to withstand shock and vibration, during its operational lifetime.After seeking advice from several suppliers,…

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Data Device Corporation

DDC Launches Rugged Avionics Interface Computer To Support High Density Multi-I/O Data Networking

Data Device Corporation (DDC), the leader in multi-protocol avionics data bus connectivity solutions introduces its new Rugged Avionics Interface Computer. Ideal for both system upgrades and new systems, DDC’s Rugged Avionics Computer provides a flexible and scalable platform that supports a wide range of Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, ARINC 717, CANbus 2.0/ARINC 825, RS-232/422/485 and…

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FAUN TRACKWAY

FAUN Trackway USA to exhibit at AUVSI

FAUN TRACKWAY USA FOCUS ON UAV GROUND SOLUTIONS AT AUVSIFAUN Trackway USA, the leading manufacturer of portable roadways and runways, is heading to Atlanta to showcase its UAV Landing Mat at the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) defence show from the 4th to 7th May.Launched in 2011 as a temporary airfield for drones, the UAV Landing Mat was the first product of its…

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RUBB Buildings Ltd

Rubb building provides shelter for all terrain military vehicles in Germany

Rubb has provided a storage and maintenance hangar for all terrain armoured vehicles at a British Forces base in Bielefeld, Germany.The 20m span x 40m long fabric military building from Rubb’s EFASS range features 9.8m wide x 5m high roller shutter doors in each gable end for easy access to and from the facility.Storage and Maintenance Hangar for All Terrain Armoured Vehicles Rubb’s Rapid Erect…

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Data Device Corporation

“Now there is a Better Source for ARINC 429 Line Drivers!”

Data Device Corporation introduces a new ARINC 429 Line Driver, in an 8-pin, SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package, with exposed pad for thermal enhancement. The DD-4107X Line Drivers convert TTL/CMOS serial input data to ARINC specified amplitudes, and are a direct drop-in replacement for Holt and DEI line drivers.The ARINC 429 Line DriverBenefits include:Low Power ConsumptionDrop-in…

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RUBB Buildings Ltd

New aircraft hangars join fleet of refurbished Rubb buildings at Lithuanian air base

Rubb flew in to support the Lithuanian Air Force when some new flight line aircraft hangars were needed.The Lithuanian Air Force ordered three new 20.4m span x 12m long EFASS structures with Trident doors at each gable end. When the facility doors are closed the buildings measure 30m nose to nose.  The Lithuanian Armed Forces also requested Rubb refurbish four existing 20.4m span Rubb hangars…

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Cobham Antenna Systems Microwave Antennas

Cobham’s Extensive DAS Antenna Range now Available on iBwave

Cobham’s Extensive DAS Antenna Range now Available on iBwave Cobham Antenna Systems, a leading British company with over 20 years’ experience in the design and manufacture of antennas, is pleased to announce a selection of the company’s extensive range of antennas for Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) is now available on iBwave’s online components database.Cobham has developed this range of…

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FAUN TRACKWAY

FAUN Trackway USA to exhibit at NATA

FAUN Trackway USA is showcasing at the Northern Air Transport Association (NATA) in Canada (27 – 29 April) to showcase its suite of aviation solutions.FAUN Trackway USA will be in Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories, for the air show at NATA, the representative body for air carriers in northern Canada. The team will be highlighting the dual use of FAUN’s systems, which can be used for…

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BCB INTERNATIONAL LTD

Anti-smuggling innovation floated to Defence Secretary

In a week that has seen the human cost of people smuggling in the Mediterranean sink to new tragic depths, the UK Defence Secretary, Michael Fallon, was briefed about the merits of a British company’s boat stopping system which can quickly stop boats used in human trafficking without harming the boat or its passengers.Boat Stopping Systems During a visit to Cardiff, the UK’s Secretary of State…

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Peli-Hardigg™

Peli Products presents at Paris Air Show (Le Bourget) its Packaging and Lighting Solutions for the Aerospace industry

Paris, France - June 2015 – Peli Products, the global leader in design and manufacture of both high-performance case solutions and advanced portable lighting systems, presents its new lights and high-performance protective solutions for aerospace and defence at Paris Air Show (Le Bourget - Hall 4 / E108). Peli-Hardigg™ is the world’s largest manufacturer of Aerospace approved reusable plastic…

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J & S Franklin Ltd

J&S Franklin will demonstrate the total protection capability of DefenCell at Counter Terror Expo 2015

J&S Franklin will be demonstrating the total protection capability of the full range of DefenCell modular protection and construction systems on Stand No G83, at Counter Terror Expo, London on 21st and 22nd April 2015On display will be;DefenCell Profile 300DefenCell Profile 300 Protection System is the latest development in the DefenCell range. It is a cellular, textile containment system…

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A great acoustician is quiet

Per V. Brüel passes away on 2nd April 2015Co-founder of sound and vibration company Brüel & Kjær, Per V. Brüel, has passed away just a month after celebrating his 100th birthday.Born in Copenhagen on 6 March 1915, Per Brüel ‘s family expected him to become a forester. However, he showed a knack for technology and studied engineering at the Danish Technical University, where he met Viggo Kjær…

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Peli-Hardigg™

Peli Products presents at IDEF its lighting and transport solutions for the Military and Defence industry

Peli Products, the global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance protective case solutions and advanced portable lighting, presents at IDEF (Stand 223B) its wide offer of lighting solutions and Mobile Military product range for the Defence Industry.A selection of the new Peli solutions will be showcased at IDEF:Peli 9490 and 9480 Remote Area Lighting System (RALS) Both RALS are…

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FAUN TRACKWAY

FAUN Trackway to exhibit at LAAD

FAUN Trackway will be at the LAAD defence show in Rio de Janiero from the 14th to 17th April to demonstrate its suite of portable roadway and runway solutions.As a leading manufacturer of aluminium military products, the company will be focusing on its flagship Heavy Ground Mobility System (HGMS) model at the exhibition to raise awareness of its use in both military and disaster operations. HGMS…

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BCB INTERNATIONAL LTD

BCB are proud to unveil its range of Unmanned Air Systems

In the fight against terrorists and criminals, the ability to build an accurate picture of their movements and weaponry is vital.  Unmanned Air Systems are undoubtedly the most cost effective and preferred intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance platforms.Unmanned Air SystemsDrawing on its 160 years experience of manufacturing pioneering products for the defence industry, Cardiff-based BCB…

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L3 HARRIS WESCAM

L-3 WESCAM Launches High-Definition Color Spotter Sensor for Its MX™-10 EO/IR Imaging System

BURLINGTON, Canada, March 30, 2015 – L-3 WESCAM announced today the launch of a high-definition (HD) color spotter sensor for its MX™ -10 electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) imaging system. This additional capability has enabled L-3 WESCAM to be the first to market with a 10-inch stabilized turret complete with EO wide, EO narrow and daylight spotter camera offerings. MX™-10 EO/IR Imaging SystemL-3…

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SOFRADIR

Sofradir cuts the size and weight of SWaP-C Leo

Lighter weight Infrared detector enables system integrators to use smaller sensors while maintaining peak performance.Sofradir, the global leader of advanced infrared (IR) detectors for military, space and industrial applications, today announces that it will demonstrate SWap-C LEO at AeroIndia.  SWap-C LEO is a new generation VGA format IR detector optimized for size, weight, performance and…

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BCB INTERNATIONAL LTD

‘Wonderfuel’ military invention scoops award

A unique waterproof biofuel for military rations cookers called ‘FireDragon’ has scooped up an innovation prize from the respected Wales Quality Centre.‘FireDragon’ - Waterproof Biofuel for Military Rations Cookers  ‘FireDragon’ was developed by Cardiff-based BCB International Ltd; a long-established designer and manufacturer of specialist survival and protective equipment for the defence…

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Peli-Hardigg™

Right on time for Summer Peli Products brings the Peli ProGear™ 20QT Elite Cooler for extreme ice retention

This Summer, cold beverages won’t be getting warm anytime soon in the Peli ProGear™ 20QT Elite Cooler. Perfect for use while fishing, boating, camping, hunting, practicing team-sports or simply hanging out on the beach, the newest Peli ProGear Elite Cooler holds up to 20 liters. Additional camping and picnic friendly features include a stainless steel lock protector that can be used as a bottle…

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