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The latest news from defence suppliers across the globe

Cobham Antenna Systems Microwave Antennas

Cobham Introduces Two Ultra-Wideband Gooseneck Antennas.

Designed for use on Ground Robots, Unmanned Vehicles, Manpacks, Broadcast Cameras and Vehicles, the wideband nature of these antennas allows users to future proof their systems and give increased flexibility when using software defined radios. These antennas can be used to replace several narrow-band antennas reducing a system’s ‘antenna real estate’ which is especially important on manned and un…

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DefenCell

Securing Public Spaces – An interview with Jeremy Milton of J & S Franklin

In the light of the recent appalling atrocity in Nice we asked Jeremy Milton of J & S Franklin, manufacturers and suppliers of specialist defence and national security equipment for more than 70 years, for his views on the best way to secure public spaces.“We have been serving customers in the defence and national security sectors for decades supplying  protection equipment (both personnel…

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DefenCell

J&S Franklin have announced further orders for their core protective DefenCell Barrier products

Supplied to various NGOs, the three orders worth over 2.7m USD include over 25,000 DefenCell Ranger units and will be deployed in Central Africa for general protection and security applications.DefenCell Ranger is the smallest and lightest DefenCell product weighing just 1.6kg but once filled in a few minutes is the equivalent of over 40 sandbags and will protect against 0.50cal and mortar…

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Simms International plc

Simms appointed distributor of Novachips products in the UK

Simms International plc is proud to announce that they have been appointed as the first UK distributor for South Korean manufacturer Novachips. Novachips is a market-leading provider of flash processors and high capacity storage devices ranging from 256GB to 12TB capacity with SATA3 and PCIe interface. The Express series of SSD’s offer blistering sequential read/write speeds of upto 1500 MB/s.…

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Peli-Hardigg™

Peli Launches The Vault Case - The Ultimate Protection for the iPhone 7

Peli Products, the global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance protective cases is launching the ultimate protection for the iPhone 7 – the Peli Vault. As the name Vault implies - a reinforced compartment where valuables are stored - this case offers the most protection of all cases in the Peli™ range. Available from today it carries a Lifetime Guarantee – which means that if…

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Brüel & Kjær UK launches 2017 training course calendar

Registration for Brüel & Kjær UK’s 2017 training courses, which offer a range of theoretical and practical classes, is now available.The company’s training starts in March, with the two-day PULSE™ User Training session. This specialist course covers both the basics and the more advanced features of Brüel & Kjær’s PULSE multi-analyser system. Delegates can also take advantage of an…

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Data Device Corporation

BETA Transformer Technology Corporation & CISSOID partner to provide Rugged, High-Temperature and High-Reliability Intelligent Power Modules

Bohemia, New York (November 2016) BETA Transformer Technology Corporation (BETA), the world leader in high performance military and space qualified magnetic products, and CISSOID, the leader in high-temperature and extended lifetime semiconductor solutions, partnered to develop compact and highly reliable Intelligent Power Modules (IPM). These modules are optimized for power converters and motor…

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BBI Detection

BBI Detection to launch new range of Explosive and Narcotic Threat Detection kits at UK Security Expo 2016

BBI Detection are proud to announce a partnership with S2 Threat Detection Technologies to bring their innovative Explosive and Narcotic Detection kits to the wider Defense and Security market.This unique product portfolio provides simple to use, rapid and low cost solutions for the presumptive identification of potential threat items in a variety of scenarios such as screening at secure…

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Peli-Hardigg™

Pelican Celebrates Its 40th Anniversary!

From a small Garage to a Global Leader in Extreme ProtectionBarcelona – November, 2016 – Pelican Products, the global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance protective cases and advanced portable lighting tools is celebrating its 40th anniversary throughout 2016. Peli Products, based in Barcelona, is the EMEA Headquarters of Pelican Products, Inc. Sensitive equipment requires…

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Peli-Hardigg™

At the UAV show 2016, Peli presents a Selection of its +500 Indestructible, Lightweight Protective Cases for Drones

Peli Products is the global leader in manufacturing the highest performance cases and containers. At the UAV show 2016 (Booth A23), Peli will present its expertise in protecting and transporting drones and UAV systems.The lightest cases in the planet protecting your dronesThe brand-new Peli Air protective case range is up to 40% lighter than other polymer cases and makes it the lightest protector…

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Peli-Hardigg™

At MRO Europe Show, Peli-Hardigg Presents its Wide Range of Bespoke and Lightweight Packaging Solutions

Peli-Hardigg is the world’s largest manufacturer of Military and Commercial Aerospace approved reusable plastic shipping and storage containers meeting ATA 300. At the MRO Europe Show 2016 (Hall 12. Booth 12-155), Peli-Hardigg shows its wide range of technical packaging solutions and its brand-new Peli Air lightweight protective cases.The Most Resistant Customised CasesPeli-Hardigg protector…

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Data Device Corporation

JLTV Utilizes DDC SSPCs to Enable Smart Electrical Power Management

Data Device Corporation (DDC) has been awarded a contract by Oshkosh Defense, LLC to supply Solid-State Power Control (SSPC) Power Distribution Units (PDUs) and modules for the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) program. The JLTV, a top priority for the Department of Defense, incorporates dramatic electrical power utilization improvements that are readily served by the advanced management…

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L3 HARRIS WESCAM

L-3 Introduces MX™-8 Electro-Optical/Infrared Imaging System for Lightweight Tactical Airborne Applications

L-3 Communications (NYSE:LLL) announced today that its WESCAM division has launched its smallest and lightest electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) airborne imaging system, the MXTM-8. The MX-8 is designed for small tactical UAVs, light manned Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft, and tactical aerostats requiring high- performing imaging solutions. The MX-8 will be on display…

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Peli-Hardigg™

Peli releases Voyager Case for iPhone 7 Clearly the Ultimate Protection for Every Adventure

Peli Products, the global leader in the design and manufacture of high- performance protective cases, today announced it is launching a clear Voyager case for the iPhone 7 that will showcase the colour of the phone while also giving it the ultimate protection for anywhere your travels may take you. The Peli Voyager case has a slim design that doesn’t compromise Peli’s DNA - protective cases that…

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L3 HARRIS WESCAM

L-3 WESCAM Appoints Mike Greenley as President

L-3 WESCAM announced today that Mike Greenley has been appointed president, reporting to Jeff Miller, president of L-3’s Integrated Sensor Systems (ISS) sector. Mr. Greenley joins L-3 from CAE Inc., where he served as vice president and general manager of CAE Canada. He will be based out of L-3 WESCAM’s head office located in Burlington, Ontario.“We are thrilled to have Mike join the ISS team,”…

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TSS International

B&G Electronics: Vehicle Intercom Systems, Active Battery Monitors and more

As of July 1, 2016, TSS International BV in The Netherlands were appointed official European distributor for B&G Electronics.The collaboration between Columbia-based B&G Electronics and TSS International ensures that B&G acquire a reliable and respected partner within Europe, and provides TSS International with a new product in their quest to expand their already high-quality…

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Electrothermal, a Cole-Parmer company

Electrothermal’s RAK 15/30 Units Improve the Quality of Life for Militaries Worldwide, Providing Safe Drinking Water and Hot Food

Bibby Scientific Ltd announced today that Electrothermal®, a leading manufacturer of robust field and laboratory technologies, now has more than 20,000 combat-tested RAK 15/30 units in military use across the globe, that have been installed into support and frontline vehicles including the Abrams M1A1, Bradley LAV and M109 Paladin. These RAK products are advanced water/ration heaters that are…

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Oxley Developments Company Limited

Oxley Shortlisted for Prestigious Exporter of the Year Award

Oxley Group has been shortlisted as a finalist for the prestigious Exporter of the Year 2016 in the CN Group Business Awards. The ‘Exporter of the Year’ category is aimed at companies who have developed new markets.  The judges were looking for evidence of significant export sales in relation to an entrant’s size and success in developing new overseas markets to sustain business growth. For Oxley…

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Tyron Runflat Limited

RUNFLATS AND WHEEL ASSEMBLIES ON DISPLAY AT AAD 2016 Tyron and Global Wheel show capability in Hangers 4 and 7

Runflats and wheels for off road vehicles are on display at Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) being held at AFB Waterkloof, South Africa, from 14 to 18 September 2016.Tyron Runflats and its South African partner, Global Wheel, are displaying a runflat on the UK display in Hanger 4, stand 4E13, and on the DCD stand in Hanger 7 is a complete wheel assembly in front of the Mountain Lion. “AAD has…

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Northrop Grumman Park Air Systems

Park Air Systems celebrates 50th Anniversary

Northrop Grumman’s UK-based air traffic communication systems subsidiary, Northrop Grumman Park Air Systems has been established since 1966 and this summer celebrates its 50th anniversary. Since its early beginnings in a small workshop above a grocery shop in Stamford, it has grown into a globally recognised brand designing, developing and manufacturing safety critical Air Traffic Control (ATC)…

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