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Anti-piracy device nets interest
A British Company which makes compressed air cannons has reported a surge in the interest for its new floating entanglement device which can stop pirate skiffs in their tracks. Cardiff based maritime security and survival experts, BCB International Ltd, have unveiled a new floating entanglement projectile which can be deployed from its British made compressed air launcher called the ‘Sea Stinger…
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High hopes for DSEi location balloon
A new location marker balloon which can help soldiers get rescued quickly is predicted to catch the eye of visitors at this year’s DSEi (Defence and Security Equipment International) Show, in London’s ExCel Exhibition Centre (13-16 September).UK-based survival equipment specialists, BCB International Ltd, have developed a portable Location Marker Balloon to help downed pilots and compromised…
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Military camouflage cream in sight for DSEi visitors
Camouflage cream used by armed forces worldwide is set to be a hit at this year’s DSEi Show (Defence and Security Equipment International) in London’s ExCel Exhibition Centre (13-16 September). For over a decade, UK based survival equipment specialist, BCB International, has been making camouflage cream for many thousands of soldiers worldwide. Arguably the pick of the bunch is BCB’s Chameleon…
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Dye’ another day with shark repellent and sea marker
BCB International Ltd, the Cardiff-based company which developed the world’s first life raft survival equipment, will be exhibiting its latest range of marine survival equipment at the Seawork Show (14-16 June 2011, ABP Port of Southampton) including a highly effective shark repellent and sea marker dye that can be seen for more than a mile. Since it designed and developed the world’s first…
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Defence Minister Meets Welsh Companies
During a visit to Wales, Peter Luff MP, the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Defence Equipment, Support and Technology met with leading Defence Companies in Wales to discuss the government’s consultation paper on equipment, support and technology for the UK’s defence and security. At a meeting held in Cardiff, Peter Luff met with representatives from BCB International Ltd, BAE Systems…
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MP visits Cardiff company
During a visit of Cardiff-based company, BCB International Ltd, former Deputy Home Secretary and Secretary of State for Wales, Alun Michael MP, praised BCB for making products that help our soldiers operate and survive in some of the world’s most dangerous places. He was shown around the site in Clydesmuir Road, Cardiff, by BCB’s Managing Director, Andrew Howell. For over 50 years, the family…
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British Blast Boxers hit the States
BCB International Ltd, the Cardiff-based survival equipment specialist is introducing to the United States an award winning undergarment called “Blast Boxers” that protects soldiers in Afghanistan and Iraq against roadside bombs. BCB has been manufacturing the garment, made of two layers of Kevlar and a flame retardant material in the UK. It has contracted Seneca Cayuga Industries, of Seneca…
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Defence Company boss looking for charity fundraising backers
A Defence company boss who is swapping spreadsheets for a fundraising trek through Nepal in aid of the childrens’ charity NSPCC, is encouraging people to sponsor his Trek to help make a difference to the lives of vulnerable Children. In March, Andrew Howell, the Managing Director of the Cardiff-based survival equipment company, BCB International, will embark on a Trek in Nepal at over 20,000…
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Cardiff company scoops Wales Innovation Award for Blast Boxers
Cardiff-based company, BCB International Ltd, scooped up the Wales Quality Centre’s Wales Innovation Award at a presentation ceremony last night in Cardiff City Hall for its Blast Boxers -a pair of boxer shorts which help protect soldiers against blast injuries to the groin area caused by Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs). Recently published data from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) shows that in…
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British Manufacturer Designs Anti-Piracy Mechanism Buccaneer Ship-Borne Shore Launcher
dWith the recent increase in pirate attacks in the Somali region, heavy emphasis has been placed on safety at sea and anti-piracy efforts by the EU in the Gulf of Aden. It has recently been reported that, larger ships sailing through the area are advised to use measures such as CCTV, alarms, razor wire and water sprays to detect and deter pirates. Having monitored the increasing incidence of…
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BCB LAUNCH C-IED LAUNCHER
BCB International, a long established designer and manufacturer of quality survival and protective equipment has designed a unique piece of equipment, which counters the threat of Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) globally. The Counter Improvised Explosive Device Launcher (C-IED) is non-explosive, accurately controlled and can be fired remotely from up to 500 meters away. The C-IED Launcher…
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The blast-proof boxers, They sound hilarious, but these Kevlar underpants could soon be saving British troops from the most feared injury of all
As Published by Daily Mail 27th June 2010. They are certain to prompt sniggers back at barracks, but their purpose is deadly serious. British troops in Afghanistan may soon be using a new item of protective gear – blast-resistant underpants. With more powerful roadside bombs causing a rise in the number of groin injuries and other lower body damage, protective pants could soon be an essential…
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The Chilly Water Cooler
BCB's revolutionary portable water cooler, 'The Chilly' provides a continuous supply of cool palatable water. It therefore encourages frequent sipping and so improves hydration. It also lowers the core temperature of the body. This ingenious product works by evaporation alone has the capability to reduce the temperature of your drinking water by up to 25 deg C. This simple and effective water…
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BCB International: Mistral Body Cooling System
BCB International, a long established designer and manufacturer of quality survival & protective equipment launches its latest essential piece of equipment for hot weather climate – The Mistral Body Cooling System. BCB’s innovators have devised a major leap forward in under-armour body cooling. The Mistral is designed to be integrated with the body armour or can be worn as a separate garment…
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BCB International: Exoflex
BCB International, a long established designer and manufacturer of quality survival & protective equipment launches its latest essential piece of equipment – ExoFlex Armour System. The ExoFlex Body Armour, will be shown for the first time at Eurosatory and is designed to offer superior comfort and freedom, in combat situations. The Exo Flex has quick release attachment points, allowing fast…
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