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The latest news from defence suppliers across the globe

Vectronix

Vectronix to provide the U.S. Army with unique Handheld Precision Targeting Systems

Vectronix will provide the handheld precision targeting solutions to support the Handheld Precision Targeting Devices (HHPTD) solicitation awarded on July 3rd, 2012. The HHPTD, sponsored by the U.S. Army Rapid Equipping Force (REF), provides dismounted observers the ability to rapidly locate ground targets with a high degree of accuracy allowing target engagement with precision munitions.Handheld…

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Data Device Corporation

Real-Time LabWindows® / LabVIEW® MIL-STD-1553 & ARINC 429 Support!

Data Device Corporation (DDC) adds a boost of real-time LabWindows®/CVI and LabVIEW® functionality to its powerful and already popular LabVIEW® support package. With DDC’s newly expanded BU-69093 LabWindows® / LabVIEW® real-time support package engineers can now easily integrate MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429 hardware and software solutions ensuring the utmost data integrity while saving valuable…

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Data Device Corporation

Maximum Flexibility and Cost Savings with DDC’s New High Performance and Programmable 38 Channel ARINC 429/717 Cards!

 Data Device Corporation (DDC) introduces a new line of ARINC 429/717 cards offering the most advanced test features with individually programmable Transmit/Receive ARINC channels, allowing one card to support all levels of testing and simulation.ARINC 429/717 CardsDDC’s DD-40X00X series of cards are the only cards in the industry to offer up to 36 ARINC 429 programmable Tx/Rx channels, 2 ARINC…

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Avon Protection

Avon On Track for Creating a Global Training and Servicing Network

Avon Protection has appointed FORST – a leading French respiratory equipment servicing and training company –as its sole accredited service center for France, continuing Avon’s progress towards creating a full global servicing and training network.Avon Servicing and Training CentersSo far Avon has established nine servicing and training centers as part of a world-wide after-sales program for its…

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Roke Manor Research

MoD Accepts Roke Manpack Electronic Warfare System into Service

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has accepted Roke Manor Research Ltd's (Roke) Electronic Surveillance and Countermeasures system into Service as a core capability within the British Army and Royal Marines.Roke, a Chemring company, is providing a full support package for its Electronic Warfare (EW) Manpack product, giving UK Forces enhanced land EW capabilities to exploit and disrupt many types…

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DRASH / DHS Systems International

DRASH’S MX Solar Shade is Another Step towards an Energy Efficient Future

Military forces stationed around the world all share a common problem when it comes to battling environmental factors in the field. Extreme temperature conditions coupled with high fuel costs have made it difficult for warfighters to avoid heat exhaustion and fatigue without amplifying energy use. As fuel costs continue to increase, DHS Systems continues its efforts towards developing more energy…

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Containex

Flexible STORAGE or SHIPPING made affordable with CONTAINEX NEW 20’ ISO Boxes!

Large quantities of 20’ first trip ISO shipping containers are promptly available from various depots in the UK, like Felixstowe, Southampton, Widnes, Grangemouth, Derby, Leeds,…  All containers have been manufactured in 2012 to high specifications and have been verified and cleaned by authorized specialists once arrived in the UK.Now you can purchase and collect these containers any time from…

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DRASH / DHS Systems International

New DRASH Decontamination System is a "Completely Evolved Variant" of Previous Models

During a mass casualty event, emergency response personnel depend on reliable equipment to help them control hazardous conditions. Since acquiring Reeves in 2005, DHS Systems LLC has committed to upholding its reputation as a brand that produces high-quality emergency response products. Reeves decontamination systems are among the many trusted, state-of-the-art technologies used widely by first…

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DRASH / DHS Systems International

IPT Displayed at DHS Capabilities Demonstration

DHS Systems LLC displayed several of its innovative mobile infrastructure solutions at the company's third annual Capabilities Demonstration that took place on May 9-10, 2012. The event, which was held near DHS' manufacturing facility in Huntsville, AL., included industry leaders, military officials, and dignitaries from across the country as well as representatives from DHS Systems International…

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Survitec Group Ltd

Survitec is Key British Supplier to The First F-35 Delivery To The UK Ministry Of Defence

The United Kingdom recently accepted the first international Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II in a ceremony with senior representatives of the U.K. Ministry of Defence and the U.S. Department of Defense. Survitec Group is one of a number of select British suppliers and partners and was chosen to provide the below neck pilot flight equipment, pilot cooler unit, single person life raft and…

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L-3 Completes Acquisition of Thales’ Civil Aircraft Simulation and Training Business

L-3 Communications (NYSE: LLL) have announced that it completed the acquisition of Thales Training & Simulation Ltd’s civil aircraft simulation and training business effective August 6, 2012. The company paid £83 million (approximately $130 million), subject to certain contractual adjustments to the purchase price, and was funded with cash on hand.The business, which is now known as L-3 Link…

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Containex

Affordable Storage and Shipping made easy with CONTAINEX NEW 20’ ISO Boxes!

Large quantities of 20’ first trip ISO shipping containers are promptly available from various depots in the UK. All of them have been manufactured in 2012 to high specifications and can be purchased any time!20’ ISO Shipping ContainersSpecifications:External colour Gentian Blue or Moss GreenCSC Plates for 30 tonsSustainable Bamboo FlooringIntegrated LockboxThanks to their standard ISO dimensions…

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Sensitron Semiconductor

Sensitron Introduces RF Product Line

Sensitron, a price performance leader in power management, has added RF devices to our high reliability product portfolio. The RF Broadband Low Noise Amplifiers and Ultra Flat Gain High Linearity Amplifiers form a core product base for our standard and custom RF capabilities. The Sensitron engineering team has expanded, adding design capabilities with significant experience in key RF products and…

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L3 HARRIS WESCAM

L-3 WESCAM Selected to Provide Shipborne Electro-Optical/Infrared Imaging Turrets for the Australian Customs and Border Protection Service

L-3 WESCAM announce that it has received an order from Austal for 10 shipborne versions of the MX™-10 electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) imaging system, which will be fitted to new patrol boats being built for the Australian Customs and Border Protection Service. Deliveries will be made in 2012 and 2013 in support of the Cape Class Patrol Boat platform introduction into service scheduled for early…

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L3 HARRIS WESCAM

L-3 WESCAM Launches the MX™-10D EO/IR Imaging and Designating Turret

L-3 WESCAM announced the product launch of its MX™-10D electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) imaging and designating turret. The MX-10D will operate as a medium- to low-altitude tactical surveillance and target designating system for both fixed- and rotary-wing platforms, as well as tactical UAVs. The system will be on display at the Farnborough International Airshow in the L-3 Pavilion, OE-14, July 9…

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L3 HARRIS WESCAM

L-3 WESCAM Launches a Simulator for Industry-Leading MX™-Series Electro-Optical and Infrared Imaging Turrets

L-3 WESCAM announced the launch of its MX™-Sim, a training product that simulates the complete operations of WESCAM’s MX™-Series of electro-optical and infrared imaging turrets. The simulator was on display at the Farnborough International Airshow in the L-3 Pavilion, OE-14, July 9–13, 2012.“The MX-Sim will empower users with the knowledge and confidence needed to operate their MX turret to its…

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Survitec Group Ltd

US Navy awards Submarine Escape Suits contract to Survitec

Survitec Group is delighted to announce it has agreed an initial equipment order worth $25m+ USD to supply Submarine Escape Immersion Equipment (SEIE) to the US Navy. This firmly places Survitec’s RFD Beaufort Mk11 suit as the only technically acceptable product to meet the strict US Navy requirements for product quality and submariner safety.Submarine Escape Immersion Equipment (SEIE) The…

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Data Device Corporation

Data Device Corporation (DDC) Receives L-3 Communication Systems-West’s Platinum Award for Exceptional Supplier Quality and Delivery Performance!

L-3 Communication Systems-West (L-3 CS-West) has presented its 2011 Platinum-Level Supplier Award to DDC for exceptional quality and delivery performance. L-3 CS-West selected DDC as one of a select few recipients of this prestigious award based on DDC’s robust manufacturing processes, quality and delivery performance, and customer service.L-3 CS-West provides high-data-rate, wideband, secure,…

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Enterprise Control Systems Ltd

Evenlode ‘Ready to Fly’ at the Farnborough Airshow

Earlier this year, Enterprise Control Systems Ltd (ECS) along with other partners including Tecnam, Selex Galileo, FLIR Systems and Airborne Technologies, were selected by Indra to provide a cost effective, airborne surveillance system for installation into their P2006T MRI aircraft for maritime surveillance purposes.ECS Evenlode Lightweight COFDM TransceiverThe Indra Tecnam P2006T MRI Aircraft,…

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Survitec Group Ltd

German Navy chooses Survitec for Submarine Escape Suits

Survitec Group Limited (Survitec), global product and servicing supplier for the marine, defence and aerospace survival technology industries, is pleased to announce that it has been selected by the German Navy to provide cold water immersion protection. The contract has been awarded after extensive pre-test qualification by BWB (Bundesamt für Wehrtechnik und Beschaffung), the procurement agency…

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