BiP Solutions was established in 1984 to facilitate business between the public and private sectors.

Defence Contracts Online

Through a 16-year partnership with the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) as official publishers of their contract information, BiP provides a range of defence-specific products and services to assist private sector businesses to successfully compete in the defence marketplace.

MOD Defence Contract Information Services

MOD Defence Contracts Online (DCO - www.contracts.mod.uk) is the official online source of UK Ministry of Defence contract opportunities, giving private sector suppliers access to all UK MOD contracts of all values, in one place. Access to MOD DCO is completely FREE and registered suppliers can search for contracts 24/7.

By registering for free and entering keywords/phrases into their unique supplier profile, registrants will also receive tailored daily email alerts directly to their inbox containing the latest UK MOD contracts that match their defence product and service offering.

The aim of the MOD Defence Contracts Online service is to guide organisations through some of the steps they will need to follow to sell to the UK Ministry of Defence, while providing a gateway to new contract opportunities for both large and small organisations wishing to compete for defence business, either directly as a prime contractor or indirectly as a sub-contractor.

To register your business today, visit www.contracts.mod.uk and follow the simple supplier registration process.

Defence Contracts Bulletin

Published in association with two key UK Ministry of Defence procurement agencies – Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) and the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) – MOD Defence Contracts Bulletin (MOD DCB) is read by organisations that are serious about engaging effectively with the UK MOD as a supplier, as well as by the UK MOD’s own buying community.

Through this fortnightly publication, readers gain access to a wealth of UK MOD contract opportunities and key defence market intelligence, including:

• All UK MOD contracts valued above £10,000;
• A unique insight into the UK MOD’s spending plans;
• The UK MOD’s ongoing and upcoming equipment projects;
• Future UK MOD requirements;
• UK MOD procurement policies;
• Key defence industry analysis and features;
• Exclusive interviews and commentary from key UK MOD and defence personnel.

Defence Contracts International

Defence Contracts International (DCI) is the premium source of information on defence contract opportunities and a world leader in providing key defence and security contracts in the UK, Europe and worldwide.

Our dedicated business intelligence research department search over 400 independent sources every day, and we receive direct feeds from the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU) and Fedcon to provide unrivalled defence contract information that keeps your business on top of what’s happening in global defence markets.

Defence is one of the world’s most lucrative industry sectors, with thousands of defence and security contracts published each year. With a DCI subscription, you can also enjoy direct access to contracts from other related sectors, such as:

• Homeland Security
• Humanitarian Aid
• Counter Terrorism
• Emergency Services
• Aerospace
• Aviation

Access to these further defence-related contract opportunities will undoubtedly allow you to further expand your business within existing and new defence marketplaces.

Other key benefits from having a DCI subscription include:

• Your own interactive dashboard, allowing you to flag contracts of interest and track opportunities for tendering;
• A unique supplier profile, tailored to your exact needs to ensure you receive only the most relevant opportunities;
• Daily email alerts containing the latest contracts published, along with live alerts for new contracts published throughout the day – keeping you at the forefront of new opportunities;
• Dedicated Account Management throughout your subscription year*, providing the best service possible and ensuring you receive maximum return from your investment;
• A gateway to further contract opportunities of a similar nature, from non-defence buyers.

DCI is ideal for organisations of all sizes, from SMEs seeking defence business opportunities in their own regional areas to major multinational players looking to capture as large a share as possible of the global defence market.

Annual subscriptions start from as little as £280 per year.

To find out more about how Defence Contracts International can help your business grow, simply visit www.dcicontracts.com today, or to speak with a Defence Business Growth Advisor call 0845 270 7092. We’re open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

*Our Account Management Team fully support subscriptions over the value of £500 only.

Defence Procurement Events and Exhibitions

BiP Solutions also delivers a range of defence-focused exhibitions and training events throughout the UK each year.

The Defence Procurement Research, Technology and Exportability 2013 exhibition is a one-day event that will showcase innovative defence procurement for buyers and suppliers.

Taking place on Wednesday 20 November 2013 at the University of the West of England Exhibition and Conference Centre, DPRTE 2013 will provide the buyer and supplier communities with a unique opportunity to interact across a single platform in order to enhance effective collaboration and competition in all areas of defence research and technology.

Delegates will discuss the future shape of the defence sector, as represented by:

• Defence Agencies
• Central Government
• Academic Institutions
• UK MOD Project Teams
• European Partners
• Prime Contractors
• 1st and 2nd Tier Sub-Contractors
• SMEs and Micro SMEs

Exhibiting suppliers will enjoy:

• Promoting their capabilities to over 1000 buyers as well as end users;
• Identifying opportunities to transfer technology into new markets;
• Exploring international markets;
• Identifying potential partners and funding opportunities;
• Engaging with academia to understand the latest technology concepts.

For more information on this unique and innovative showcase event, visit www.dprte.co.uk

Our Procurement Advice and Support Service (PASS) is the training arm of the business and delivers a Selling To Defence workshop in various UK locations.

The one-day workshop aims to inform delegates of the vision for the future of UK defence and the implications of the ongoing changes within UK MOD procurement, including the recently announced ten-year equipment spending plan, with the ultimate goal being to assist delegates in developing their strategy and defining processes to win business within the defence sector.

Topics covered include:

• Understanding the UK Procurement Regulations;
• Selling to Defence – the UK MOD’s Perspective;
• Defence and Security Exporting – Support for Small Businesses:
• The Do’s and Don’ts of Tendering

The event is fully supported by the UK MOD, with dedicated speakers from Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) as well as the UK Trade & Investment Defence & Security Organisation (UKTI DSO).

To find out more about the Selling To Defence workshop, as well as dates and venues, visit www.passprocurement.com/events

Muscle Products Corporation. (MPC) is one of the leading manufacturers of advanced technology, specialty lubricants, additives and greases. Our products include greases, spray lubricants, cutting oils, automotive lubricants and specialty additives specifically designed for Military applications.

For over 25 years, Muscle Products Corporation has achieved growth because of its commitment to customers and product quality.
Muscle lubricants and additives are used worldwide in industries such as these: automotive, transmission rebuild, steel, mining, metalworking, manufacturing, construction, transportation, light and heavy rail, maintenance, general industry, marine, paper, firearms, agriculture.

Our Mission: is to provide lubricants and additives that exceed our customers' expectations.
Our continued success is driven by this foundation. Our goal is to keep your equipment operating efficiently so you can focus your time and energy on managing the rest of your business.  How? Because our lubricants, additives and greases are designed to reduce friction-related heat and wear resulting in:

• More effective lubrication
• Optimal equipment operation
• Less maintenance costs
• Reduced downtime
• Lower energy costs
• Longer equipment life
• Bottom line: more profit

Our Manufacturing Facility:
Starting with advanced equipment used in our facility enables us to blend our products to specifications, and then fill some of the smallest bottles available to larger containers, such as drums and tote bins. We can also process special bulk requests.

Our Products:
MPC’s lubrication technology is based on Tribologic methods that improve lubricity and load carrying capacity by improving surface characteristics and creating a stable, chemical, corrosion-controlled, halide boundary film. The keystone of Muscles product line is MT-10 Metal Treatment, a blend of highly refined oils and proprietary additives that contain no solid lubricants, chlorinated solvents or phosphate compounds. It’s active to provide five mechanisms of improvement.

• Advanced chemical boundary film formation through reactive chemical bonding.
• Ring opening, oxirane acid scavenging and advanced corrosion inhibition.
• Organo-metallic substitution of surface metal and free radical reactionaries.
• Improved surface smoothness and rolling out of irregular contacting asperities.
• Re-hardening and latticular reconstruction of initial contacting metal surfaces.

Our Commitment to Quality:
MPC is an ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 registered company. We are committed to being a world-class manufacturer of specialty lubricants, additives and grease. Our mission is to provide quality products that meet or exceed our customers' expectations while managing our facility in an environmentally responsible manner. MPC's excellent reputation is the result of a company-wide commitment to our Quality and Environmental Policies.
We are in continuous pursuit of excellence.

Customer Service:
The unified teamwork of customer service personnel enables prompt, accurate and efficient information processing. You can be assured of receiving a prompt response to your needs. Our main customer service objective is to provide informative, courteous and efficient service to all of our customers.

Order Processing:
Our product order entry, inventory management and manufacturing processes provide prompt shipment to our customers for stock items. Additionally, our lead-time for special-order items is exceptional. A variety of delivery options are available for your convenience. We understand that customer loyalty is only as strong as your satisfaction with our performance on your last order.

Our Technical Department:
With over 100 years of combined experience, our Quality Control is maintained by our industry leading blending technicians throughout our manufacturing process.
Muscle’s “Technical” resources are a very big part of the service we provide customers and potential product users. We offer a superior consulting service specializing in solving lubrication problems through the successful use of our lubricants, additives and grease.
 If you depend on successful lubrication, you need Muscle lubricants, additives and greases. "The Strength in Lubrication."®

Military Lubricants, Additives and Greases

Firepower FP-10™

Firepower is the ultimate lube in complete care of firearms, weapons and weapon systems. Firepower FP-10 possesses exceptional properties for an all-in-one firearms maintenance product. Firepower cleans the weapon, removes lead and copper, lubricates, guards against extreme pressure and wear, plus protects lubed surfaces from corrosion.

Many semiautomatic and full-automatic weapons will dysfunction after periods of fire sufficient to build up and transfer high heat to the receiver and its moving parts.
Two examples are Heckler & Koch’s MP5 submachine gun and Barrett Firearms’ M992A1 .50 caliber semiautomatic. Both models have a tendency to dysfunction after sufficient heat is generated through firing while using conventional lubricants. If Firepower FP-10 is applied, no dysfunctions associated with lubricity and tolerance change will occur. Feeding and extraction problems in the Remington 870 shotguns will also be rectified from the use of Firepower FP-10.

Military Industrial Lubricants, Additives and Greases

Antifriction lubricants and additives, extreme-pressure lithium greases, spray lubricants, penetrating oils, fuel additives, demoisturant, and cutting oils for your tough lubrication problems, or just for general, all-purpose lubrication and equipment protection.

Mobile Vehicle Lubricants, Additives and Greases

Antifriction lubricants and additives, extreme-pressure lithium greases, spray lubricants, penetrating oils, fuel additives, and fuel system cleaners designed for engines, transmissions, differentials, CV joints, fuel systems, and for general, all-purpose lubrication.

Muscle Products Corporation is committed to fulfilling your lubrication needs!

For more detailed information on our products, please visit our web site: www.mpclubricants.com.

Sensitron, established in 1969, is a leading manufacturer of high reliability power electronic solutions including motor controllers, smart power management and conversion, space diodes, voltage protection components and embedded boards. Sensitron, with a significant heritage in space power and space control systems, is positioned as a world leader in the advanced technology industry. Our products are designed, manufactured, tested, and qualified for applications where size, weight, and reliability are critical to mission success.
Sensitron has over 40 years heritage of serving the complete spectrum of reliability markets including space, aerospace, medical and defense. Sensitron is AS9100 Registered and ISO9001:2000 Registered

JAN QPL and Equivalent Diodes

Sensitron offers JAN, JANTX, JANTXV, and JANS QPL certified diodes and space equivalent diodes to meet your diode requirements. Sensitron has a wide portfolio of Power Rectifiers, Schottky Diodes, Small Signal Switching Diodes, Vf Controlled Diodes, Zener and TVS Diodes that are QPL or equivalent to the QPL Slash sheets.

Additionally we supply QPL extension products which support specification requirements beyond the QPL products available today and products to customer SCD’s. Sensitron’s diodes are available in axial and MELF packaging.

Die Products: Rectifier, TVS, Zener, Schottky and Small Signal/Switching

Sensitron’s Die Products are designed, manufactured, tested, and qualified for applications where size, weight, and reliability are critical to mission success. Sensitron can perform Lot Acceptance Testing to the process flow following MIL-PRF-38534, Class H and Class K, and MIL-PRF-19500, Class H and Class K. 

Sensitron’s die products include general purpose, fast, & ultrafast rectifier die, TVS die, zener die, schottky die, and small signal switching die.

Motor Controllers and Drivers

Sensitron’s offers a wide portfolio of COTS fully integrated motor controllers, modules, and assembles.  Our fully integrated three phase motor controllers include speed/velocity controllers, torque, sensorless, and sinusoidal motor controllers.

Sensitron also offers evaluation boards for quick system evaluation, easily used through a GUI interface. Sensitron’s IGBT and MOSFET bridges, field oriented controller, high power motor drive assemblies, and 3-Phase BLDC with EMI Filter are among the COTS Motor Controllers products readily available.

Solid State Power Controllers and Boards

Sensitron offers among the widest COTS portfolio of
SSPCs (Solid State Power Controllers),
combining functionalities of electro-mechanical breaks, solid state relays, and system monitors.

Sensitron’s portfolio includes Multi channel boards, single channel modules, relays/contactors, and MIL-STD-1275 Transzorb.

High Reliability Discretes

Sensitron’s high reliability hermetic discretes have been a part of Sensitron’s standard product line for over 40 years.

Available in various voltage and current ranges, Sensitron offers Schottky Recitifiers, Silicon Carbide Rectifiers and Bridges, MOSFET & IGBTs, Voltage Regulators, Zeners, and Power Packs.

Transient Voltage Suppressors

Sensitron’s Transient Voltage Suppressors meet and exceed high quality standards including, MIL-STD-1275, MIL-STD-1399, MIL-STD-2036 and MIL-STD-704.

Our products include MIL-STD-1275 Tranzorbs, TVS Arrays, TVS Modules, Lightning Strike Protection arrays, and die & diodes.

Custom Hybrids

Sensitron is positioned as a world leader in the advanced technology industry, with products that are designed, manufactured, tested, and qualified for applications where size, weight, and reliability are critical to mission success. Sensitron's custom hybrids offer:

• Superior thermal performance and high power density
• Flexible design configurations and various power device options
• Best performance/space ratio over competing technologies
• Sophisticated advanced simulation and modeling tools with an R&D team

Portable Aluminium Roadways, Runways and Helipads
for the Defence Industry

FAUN Trackway Limited, based on the Isle of Anglesey, North Wales, is the defence division of Europe’s number one municipal vehicle manufacturer, FAUN KIRCHHOFF GRUPPE.

FAUN Trackway designs and manufactures a range of high-quality portable access systems for use in military and civilian disaster and emergency relief operations at its internationally accredited production facilities in the UK.

Unbeaten in all trials, FAUN Trackway’s products are used in more than 40 different militaries worldwide. FAUN Trackway products were initially designed and developed for the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD). Now its products are widely used in a variety of humanitarian and disaster relief operations, where rapid access to cut-off areas is essential.

The utility and mining industries use FAUN Trackway products to explore areas where access would otherwise be impossible. FAUN Trackway employs a team of highly skilled engineers dedicated to exploring new product designs and working alongside future and existing customers to create bespoke solutions to their problems.

Portable Military Roadways

Heavy Ground Mobility System (HGMS)
and Medium Ground Mobility System (MGMS)

FAUN Trackway produces two complete portable roadways solutions: Heavy Ground Mobility System (HGMS) and Medium Ground Mobility System (MGMS)

The Trackway® on the HGMS has full capability of carrying loads of up MLC 150 dependent on ground conditions, and has approval for indefinite use with M150 loaded vehicles at ground condition of  3% California Bearing Ratio (CBR).

50m of M150 Trackway® can be deployed in under 10 minutes.

HGMS allows vehicles to move with ease over difficult terrain conditions such as sand, snow, mud, swamp and ice helping to speed mobility and protect assets.

HGMS can also carry an additional 50m TRACKWAY®, towed behind the chassis on a trailer. This enables longer roadways to be laid quickly and connected easily.

FAUN Trackway’s Medium Ground Mobility System (MGMS) consists of the same key elements as HGMS. MGMS comprises 32-metre lengths and can be deployed in under 6 minutes by two people.

Like all FAUN Trackway products, MGMS is unbeaten in all trials and can withstand repeated loads of up to 30 tonnes. It is most appropriate for vehicles with pneumatic tyres and can also be used with JCB and specialist dispenser for beach landings.

Temporary Runways and Helipads

FAUN Trackway has three aluminium panelling designs suitable to create Forward Operating Pads for Vertical Take Off and Landing (VTOL) aircraft – the Helicopter Landing Mat.

They are designed to alleviate brown out while marking out a clear landing area.

Aircraft Landing Mat (ALM)

FAUN Trackway’s Aircraft Landing Mat (ALM) is a rapidly deployable expedient runway for longer term temporary installations.

Rapid Runway Repair (RRR)

FAUN Trackway’s Rapid Runway Repair (RRR) mats enable critical sections of an airfield to be repaired in order for flying operations to be resumed following an enemy attack.

Bespoke Engineering Solutions

Trackway® continues to invest heavily into the research and development of new products.
FAUN Trackway’s team of engineers work close with key partners such as the UK’s Ministry of Defence – to which it is a prime contractor – as well as leading military institutions such as the U.S military’s Engineer Research and Development Centre (ERDC), in order to develop bespoke solutions to individual problems.

Consultancy, Design, Development and Testing of
Custom-Built Engines

The Special Products Division of E. P. Barrus Ltd is a dedicated team set-up to design and develop custom-built engines and accessories to meet the specific operational requirements of its professional customers. The team has the experience and knowledge to solve the stringent requirements and applications of specialist organisations including professional rescue services, the military and other government and commercial organisations.

Custom-Engine Building and Test Facilities

Barrus has made a substantial investment to create one of the world’s largest and most modern custom-engine building facilities at the company’s headquarters in Bicester, Oxfordshire. This enables Barrus to build engines in single units to production runs in excess of 100. Barrus’ test facilities enable delivery of fully tested run-in and first serviced engines.
Barrus facilities include:

• Five dynamometers capable of testing diesel engines up to 1600hp, with Europe’s only non-captive sterndrive dyno, a variable down-angle dyno and the world’s only Fabio Buzzi Trimax drive compatible dyno.
• Two overhead mono-rail production lines capable of taking outboard engines up to 350hp and inboard engines up to 500hp.
• An outboard test cell which can accommodate up to eight 350hp engines with transoms from 15” to 30”.
• A machine shop and welding centre for prototype and low volume manufacture.
• A dedicated engine overhaul area
• A spray booth with warm air ventilation for superior paint finish

Mariner and Mercury Outboard Engines

Mariner and Mercury are the leaders in outboard engine technology with the most advanced and broadest range of outboards available. Mariner outboards have an awesome reputation for reliability and durability with the latest engines delivering an unsurpassed level of smooth power, fuel efficiency and emission levels.

Mercury outboards are packed with features offering exceptional power and performance right through the range. The flagship Verado 4-stroke models offer the most advanced supercharged power with breathtaking top speed and acceleration. Barrus supply Mariner 2-stroke engines from 4 to 250hp.Mariner/Mercury 4-stroke engines from 2.5 to 90hp, Mariner/Mercury Optimax engines from 75 to 225hp and Mercury Verado engines from 150 to 300hp.

Post Immersion Restart Engines

Barrus leads the field in the development of Post Immersion Restart Engines for use in rescue and military operations. The unique, patented  FAST PIRSTM system enables an engine to be restarted after complete submersion within just 40 seconds. This entails evacuating all the water from the cylinder head, transfer ports and fuel system.

Multi-Fuel Outboard Engines

Another example of Barrus innovation is the multi-fuel 50hp outboard engine. This was designed and developed for the UK MoD and is capable of running on four different NATO fuels.

Yanmar and John Deere Inboard Engines

Yanmar marine diesel engines are renowned for their rugged reliability and economical operation with the light-duty commercial engines ranging from 53 to 530hp.
The Yanmar high-speed diesels offer a propulsion and auxiliary power range from 12hp to 911hp with the renowned reliability, durability and efficiency that are the trademarks of the Yanmar marine diesel engine range.

John Deere marine propulsion and generator engines (107 to 750hp) are designed and manufactured with the demands of the commercial user in mind featuring low noise, low vibration and excellent fuel economy.

Rescue and Disaster Relief
Air Liftable Pump

Utilised by H.M. Coastguard search and rescue helicopters, the 2” trash pump with a lightweight air portable frame can be used for salvage, fire fighting and general pumping.

Salt Water Pump

A Yanmar powered Barrus supplied salt water pump that is ideal for applications on salt water and mild base chemical.

SeaSearch Inflatables

SeaSearch inflatables from 3.9 to 4.2m have heavy-duty aluminium floors and can be rowed or powered by Mariner outboard engines up to 30hp.

MoD Emergency Relief Generator

The MoD specification Emergency Relief Generator is powered by a low noise, air-cooled, single cylinder Yanmar engine. The rugged frame with a durable electrophoretic coating makes it easy to move around and will withstand the rigours of continuous operation.

Custom Built Accessories

Barrus has designed, proven and patented a comprehensive range of accessories to enhance the operational tasks of its commercial users:

• Outboard Propeller Guards
• Twin Engine Single Tiller
• Engine Transit Frames
• Engine Lifting Harness
• Umbilical Tube
• Rotationally Cast Fuel Tanks
• Waterproof Hour Meters
• Reversible Carrying Handles

With decades of experience in the defense sector providing solutions for environmental control, power generation and integrated shelter systems as well as performance investigations, product support and spares CMCA have become recognized for their ability to deliver.

Boasting a product range of equipment that exceeds customer and user expectations through the ability to perform in the harshest environments and the ease of user interaction backed up by a 24/7 365 day worldwide technical support capability CMCA are growing in their ability to perform.

The CMCA group of companies offers the following main functions

CMCA Limited – 24/7 365 worldwide support
CMCA Integrated systems – Environmental, power and shelter systems
CMCA Technology – Electronics design and manufacture as well as research and development
CMCA International – Worldwide project management 

The main product divisions and services offered by CMCA are:

• Environmental control – Deployable air conditioning, shelter mounted air conditioning, electronics cabinet air conditioning, de-humidification systems.
• Power generation – Man portable field generators, shelter mounted power generators, hybrid power generation, vehicle charging systems.
• Integrated ISO shelters – Fully integrated shelter system using a proven CMCA COTS shelter design, with modular approach to environmental and power generation using CMCA COTS products or fully bespoke shelter design.
• Electronics systems – Control systems, wiring harnesses and full bespoke design, manufacture and testing capabilities.
• Product support - ILS and CLS packages, spare parts, preventative maintenance, equipment repair and upgrade

MILITARY PACKAGED AIR-CONDITIONING (MPA)

CMCA specialises in the design and manufacture of precision environmental control solutions and offers a range of equipment designed to operate in the most extreme environments on earth. Systems which routinely and reliably perform exactly to specification in environments so extreme that simple survival could be considered a success. With typical operating temperatures of -46°C to +58°C CMCA products have become renound for their ability to perform where other systems simply cannot and with EMC specifications to Def Stan 59-411 Land Class A CMCA environmental control solutions are first class in reliability and performance. CMCA offers both split systems and packaged systems for full modularity for ease of maintenance, repair and replacement under a full CLS package.

With COTS solutions ranging from1kW mobile environmental control for deployable electronic rack and satellite terminals, 10kW shelter and vehicle mounted environmental control for C4I and personnel to 25kw towable environmental control systems for large ground infrastructure, vehicle storage and aircraft hangers. CMCA also offers COTS NBC systems, air management systems and de-humidification systems.

CMCA offers full bespoke system design capabilities to customer defined specification or by working with the customer from day one to define a complete reliable, efficient high performing system.

As a testimony to their performance, CMCA environmental control systems can be found across a wide range of applications:

• Deployable electronics racks and satellite ground terminals
• ATC Radar systems
• Personnel tented infrastructure
• C4I and electronics shelters
• Vehicle integration
• Ground support equipment

MILITARY PACKAGED GENERATORS (MPG)

CMCA specialises in the design and manufacture of precision AC and DC diesel power generation solutions and offers a range of equipment designed to operate in the most extreme environments on earth. Systems which routinely and reliably perform exactly to specification in environments so extreme that simple survival could be considered a success. With typical operating temperatures of -46°C to +58°C CMCA products have become renound for their ability to perform where other systems simply cannot and with EMC specifications to Def Stan 59-411 Land Class A CMCA Power generation solutions are first class in reliability and performance. CMCA offers military packaged systems for full modularity for ease of maintenance, repair and replacement under a full CLS package.

With COTS solutions ranging from 2kW man portable field deployable diesel power generators for deployable electronic rack equipment and artillery posts to 65kW shelter and vehicle mounted diesel power generators for C4I and weapons systems. CMCA also offers military packaged hybrid generators utilizing the latest efficient diesel engines with the latest in battery technology to offer silent, economical power on demand as well as packaged vehicle charging and jump start systems for vehicle asset readiness and power distribution systems and vehicle and containerized UPS systems.

CMCA offers full bespoke system design capabilities to customer defined specification or by working with the customer from day one to define a complete reliable, efficient high performing system.

As a testimony to their performance, CMCA power generation systems can be found across a wide range of applications:

• Deployable electronics racks and satellite ground terminals
• Vehicle auxiliary power and charging systems
• C4I and electronics shelters
• Ground support equipment

INTERGRATED ISO SHELTERS

With decades of experience supplying and supporting ISO shelter integration CMCA have used the experience and lessons learnt to become a ‘one stop shop’ full shelter integrator. By offering a COTS 20 foot ISO platform with a modular approach to environmental control and power generation CMCA can offer a fully integrated shelter system tailored to customer requirements without the time and financial commitments to design a bespoke system from the group up.

Though CMCA offer full bespoke design and manufacture capabilities, understanding the market trend towards COTS equipment is the foundation for a modular COTS integrated shelter system. CMCA shelters systems can be deployed via road, rail, sea and air or a permanently vehicle mounted platform.

MILITARY ELECTRONICS SYSTEMS

CMCA design and manufacture electronics, electrical cabinets and wiring harnesses to the highest RFI/EMC requirements and to withstand the demands of the harshest battlefield conditions. With a fully modular approach CMCA electronic systems play a key role in the ‘line replaceable unit’ approach to aid front line equipment support and repair.

CMCA also offer remote RFI/EMC investigation and analysis to be able to fine tune an electrical/electronic system prior to committing to the financial commitment to a full RFI/EMC test chamber.

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

CMCA invests in the future through research and development into the latest environmental control refrigerant to ensure the highest possible performance whilst contributing to the reduction of refrigerants and environmental impacts. Further research and development into diesel consumption, emissions and logistics to offer a scalable line of hybrid generators which reduce noise, emissions, diesel consumption and the logistical burden posed to supplying vehicles and equipment with fuel.

By utilizing the latest 3D CAD, FEA and CFD software packages CMCA are able to fine tune a system design to ensure the highest performance, reliability and efficiency. Through the in house 3D printing and rapid prototyping CMCA are able to offer scaled design prototypes to ensure the form, fit and function of a system design. Once simulated CMCA are able to validate system performance through in-house testing including:

• Electrical safety testing
• Function test
• RFI/EMC
• Hot and Cold chamber
• Acoustic profiling
• Drop and topple testing

Product Support

CMCA are committed to providing a world class product support capability with technical engineers available for deployment anywhere in the world 24/7 365 days a year. CMCA understands the logistical constraints to returning equipment to a facility for maintenance, repair or upgrade and are able to offer deployable engineers and equipment to be able to carry out the necessary requirements. CMCA manage assets from cradle to grave offer full disposal and recycling capability to offer the most environmentally and economical solution to disposal of equipment including the safe handling and disposal of refrigerants, fuels and oils.

• Spares
• Preventative maintenance
• Repair
• Upgrade
• Disposal

INTERGRATED SOLUTIONS FOR THE GLOBAL DEFENCE MARKET

CMCA’s goal is to be the supplier of choice for the global defense market in the environmental control, power generation and shelter integration sectors, we will achieve this goal through clear communication and support to the customer from system concept to disposal. With a proactive and driven work force CMCA are committed to exceed customer expectations and deliver a market leading solution to customer KPI’s. The current customer base is a testimony to the performance of CMCA and its solutions and services.

Defence Power Systems

At the heart of many defence systems is power.  Without it command and control computers would not function, radars would not operate, satellite communications would remain silent, systems using re-chargeable batteries would degrade to become just extra weight – modern technology demands power. 

Leading Military Generator Supplier

Harrington Generators International, or HGI, is one of the leading providers of military specification integrated power solutions which use conventional fuels or green alternatives.

HGI has over 30 years experience of designing, developing and producing high quality power solutions which deliver what you want where you want it no matter how challenging.   We are committed to providing professional and economic solutions tailored to your power requirements whatever they may be or wherever they may be needed

This experience means that HGI can provide you with the right solution, the power solution which provides maximum efficiency and cost effectiveness for the task.  The solution could be a one-off or a bespoke fleet. By combining our unparalleled design, project management and world class manufacturing skills HGI can meet or exceed target deadlines and provide long term reliability for every project.

Military Generators

HGI is a leading military generator supplier to the UK’s Ministry of Defence and defence forces around the world, and the largest UK power solutions provider in the military field.

EMC Protection

Whether you need full EMC protection or Defence Standards quality, HGI has the experience and capability to meet your requirements.

Light Field Generator

Our integrated power solutions include standalone and portable equipment, fully integrated systems and specialist bespoke solutions. In all cases this equipment can have full EMC capability to the relevant DefStans and operate using a variety of fuels providing power from 2kW upwards as a DC or AC output or both.

Standalone Military Generators

The standalone solutions range from the ubiquitous Light Field Generator seen in many parts of the British Forces powering communications and C4I systems, perimeter security solutions, lighting and temporary infrastructure; to trailer mounted solutions for air defence, satellite communications, command and control systems and field hospitals.  HGI has a history of designing and producing bespoke solutions for a wide variety of applications, it can also take the full range of standalone products and adapt them for specific situations.

The standalone systems which rely on HGI power solutions include the ASTOR airborne stand-off radar where our generator powers the ground control station; CORMORANT the mobile strategic communications system; the export variant of the Rapier Air Defence System which uses a towed generator; and the Power Pack Repair Facility (PPRF) for Challenger 2.  All of these are fully militarised solutions and able to operate in extremes of temperature and in high and dusty conditions.

Integrated Military Generators

The fully integrated product range is designed to be a fundamental part of the whole solution such as the Reacher satellite communications ground terminal. Other fully integrated systems supplied are the power solutions for the SAAB Giraffe air defence radar and the Arthur weapon locating system where HGI has designed a solution which is integral but can easily slide out for maintenance whilst still ensuring compliance with shock, vibration, acoustic and EMC specifications.

Bespoke Power Solutions

Our bespoke systems cover a wide range of power solutions from COTS through to combining energy alternatives such as wind or solar working together as an integrated solution able to be deployed wherever required but without the need for significant amounts of fuel.
Through life support

HGI is dedicated to providing through life support to ensure that your power solutions keep running to maximum efficiency and effectiveness wherever you maybe in the world.  This includes providing engineers under CONDO conditions and full refurbishment in our factory at Wirksworth in the Derbyshire Dales.

Soft Walled Military Shelter Systems and Technology

DHS Systems International is a subsidiary of DHS Technologies LLC, serving as the global provider of soft walled shelter technology.

For more than 25 years, DHS Technologies and its subsidiaries have been leaders of mobile infrastructure technology – aiding military, medical, government and civilian agencies around the globe. Through continued ingenuity, DHS Systems International commits to developing the best products for its customers.

Among the many products available through DHS is the company’s core product, the Deployable Rapid Assembly Shelter (DRASH). DRASH is a quick set-up/strike soft walled shelter specifically designed for mobility and rapid deployment.  DRASH Shelters come in a variety of makes and models, fulfilling the diverse needs of its customers.

DHS also offers Utility Support Trailers (UST), DRASH Accessories and other technology for use in conjunction with the DRASH Shelter Systems.

To learn more about DRASH products, please visit our website at www.drash.com

Featured Products:

J Series Side Mounted Large Screen Display Systems

This quarter’s featured product is the J Series Side Mounted Large Screen Display System. It is the newest addition to the DRASH Deployable Command and Control Equipment.

The purpose of the J Series Side Mounted Large Screen Display System is to increase mobility throughout DRASH shelters by eliminating the need to set up DC2E along the shelters' width. Instead, the new Side Display System posts on the shelters' length. Such a design enables personnel and equipment to move freely throughout the length of a DRASH shelter without restriction. The new design also allows military personnel to connect various shelters as needed to increase the size of the overall system.

Rapid Military Deployable Shelter Systems

DRASH Deployable Rapid Assembly Shelters are the epitome of quick and efficient soft walled technology. Superior protective elements and reliable features are what make these shelters so functional and unique. All shelters are rapidly deployable and structured with an advanced, highly flexible composite material called Titanite®. The shelter’s frame is comprised of pairs of Titanite® struts that connect at key points in the framework called hubs. These hubs allow for rapid deployment, as they enable the entire shelter to be pushed up and out swiftly without additional assembly.  The shelter comes pre-attached with a double layer of Xytex, a high-tech fabric that provides insulation from hot and cold temperatures.  The specially coated fabric is fire retardant, water repellant and resistant to mildew, abrasion and ultraviolet rays.

DRASH Shelters come in a variety of sizes and divide into separate categories according to their width.  Beginning with the smallest C Series shelter, at 109 square ft. (2.3 meters) and ending with the largest J Series shelter, at 1,250 square ft. (116 meters), the range in size accommodates a diversity of client needs.  In addition, every shelter is easily connectable to any other shelter regardless of the series or model.
A key component to the DRASH Shelter System is the Utility Support Trailer (UST).  A UST is an integrated support system designed to provide mobility, power and or environmental control for all DRASH shelters.  USTs come in various models, tailoring to the energy needs of every mission. Depending on the model, a UST comes equipped with a generator and/or ECU. Models that are equipped with ECUs enable the shelters to function in harsh climates. Some trailers incorporate a new energy efficient Intelligent Power Technology (IPT), while other trailers have traditional analog systems.  All trailers are operable in rough terrain, and are easily towable by military vehicles.    
Every element within a DRASH Shelter System has undergone rigorous testing to meet all Military Standard Requirements.

Intelligent Power Technology™ - IPT

Interconnectable Trailer-Mounted Generators

Intelligent Power Technology (IPT) is a reflection of DHS’s effort toward creating energy efficient products. The DRASH IPT enables users to interconnect various trailer-mounted generators to form a micro grid of networked power.

When activated, each generator responds to real time power demands. The system is self-adjusting but users have the ability to monitor activity from inside the Tactical Operations Center.  Because IPT responds to the user’s power needs, it eliminates wasted energy expenditure in unoccupied areas of the shelter. Having, IPT reduces unused energy, which ultimately minimizes unnecessary fuel costs.

Deployable Command and Control Equipment (DC2E)

DRASH Deployable Command and Control Equipment (DC2E) encompasses projector systems, audio visual switching systems and system accessories , all designed to facilitate information management on the battlefield. 

DC2E equipment is portable and lightweight so setting up and dismantling requires minimal time and few personnel.  Front/Rear Projection Systems are available with Medium, Large, and now Side Mounted Screen Displays. Audio Visual Systems include Mini, Small, Medium and Large variants.  An Intelligent Data Distribution System, Microphone System, Clock System, IPT Remote Monitor and Tactical Utility Field Furniture are additional accessories that complete the DC2E line.

Accessories:

DRASH Accessories enhance the client’s experience within a DRASH Shelter. 

All accessories allow for easy installment so military personnel can perform assembly without outside guidance. However, DRASH field representatives are available for onsite support should one require it.
DRASH Accessories include the following items:

• D- 1000B Heater
• DrashLite
• DRASH Boot
• Shelter Anchor Bag
• Power Distribution Units (PDU)
• Shelter Electrical Kit
• Trailer Deployment Package
• Shelter Spare Parts Kit
• Connector Sets
• Extreme Weather Kit
• Plenum
• Turf Cart
• Hard Door

Applications:

DHS Systems International provides solutions to address the varying missions and requirements relevant to today’s military and first responders.

That is why DHS continues to research and develop new applications for its products.  Among the many possible footprints, the applications listed below are the most prevalent:

• Command and Control
• Medical
• Life Support Areas
• Maintenance
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Shelter Systems
• Satellite Support Systems
• Homeland Response Force
• Mortuary