Bel Fuse Inc. (NASDAQ:BELFA and NASDAQ:BELFB) announced today that it has closed the previously announced acquisition of the Emerson Network Power Connectivity Solutions (CS) business from Emerson (NYSE:EMR). Bel acquired the Connectivity Solutions business for approximately $98 million on a cash and debt‑free basis. The business had 2013 revenue of approximately $83 million and employs…
Read MoreFollowing a highly successful exercise staged in the UK at Bristol City Football Ground, Steven Pike, Managing Director at Argon Electronics, has offered a list of tips to get the most out of a CBRN response training exercise. Key to the success of the event was the innovative use of electronic CBRN detection simulators, which, integrated with a series of further measures, established a degree of…
Read MoreData Device Corporation (DDC) introduces a new speed and torque BLDC motor controller offering advanced programmability, via an easy-to-use Graphical User Interface (GUI), to provide a turnkey solution that can be easily tuned for use with a wide variety of brushless DC motors and loads using either Hall sensor or sensorless feedback. The PW-82560N0’s ease of programmability reduces time-to-…
Read MoreA Rubb aviation hangar building project has assumed a prominent position at Aerohub, the UK’s only aerospace focused Enterprise Zone, based in Newquay, Cornwall. The project will provide a large, bespoke space for Apple Aviation Group (AAG) increased Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) operations. Apple Aviation has selected Aerohub at Newquay Cornwall Airport as the location for its aerospace…
Read MoreVisit Chemring Technology Solutions at Stand 2C28D, Farnborough Airshow, 14 - 20 JulyChemring Technology Solutions and General Dynamics Mediaware have partnered to create a next-generation tactical video exploitation system which tracks vehicles and personnel in real-time using video streams from manned or unmanned aircraft.VTA (Visual Target Analysis)The new partnership combines Chemring…
Read MoreRubb Buildings Ltd will be showcasing a new UAV hangar design at Farnborough International Airshow.Following direct feedback from military and aviation clients and end users, Rubb found there was a significant demand for a smaller sized hangar with a wide opening to allow Unmanned Aerial Vehicles in and out of the building.EFASS UAV Hangar The new EFASS UAV hangar provides many advantage points…
Read MoreSystems Interface, based in the UK, has been awarded a consultancy services contract by the Ministry of Housing of the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain for the relocation of the Civil Aviation Authority’s receiver and transmitter station at East Hidd.Systems Interface will act as the Consultant to the Ministry of Housing and be responsible for the feasibility study, system design for the new…
Read More'Just in time' - the prototype of the MGS trailer was handed over to Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group. The trailer is part of the new ISTAR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance) ground control station to enter service with two Middle East armed forces. The whole system consists of the trailer and a Marshall shelter mounted on a military utility vehicle and…
Read MoreFAUN Trackway, the leading manufacturer of portable aviation and roadway solutions, will promote its innovative UAV Landing Mat at the Farnborough Air Show, Hampshire, from 14 – 20 July.UAV Landing Mat Launched in 2011, the UAV Landing Mat is the first product of its type to be developed specifically for use with unmanned systems. The matting, which acts as a temporary airfield for drones, can…
Read MoreHESCO defensive barriers are best known for protecting soldiers from attack during deployment in conflict zones, but throughout the Quad Cities, HESCO barriers have been defending against a different kind of threat; the Mississippi River. HESCO Defensive BarriersWith Iowa County declared as a local disaster by the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Iowa officials deployed HESCO flood…
Read MorePeli Products, the global leader in design and manufacture of both high-performance case solutions and advanced portable lighting systems, presents its high-performance protective solutions for aerospace and defence at the Farnborough Airshow (Hall 1 - B15Q).High-performance Case SolutionsPeli-Hardigg™ is the world’s largest manufacturer of Aerospace approved reusable plastic cases. When an…
Read MoreCobham Antenna Systems (Leatherhead) is pleased to announce the launch of its new Satcom Product Catalogue containing details of high-performance satellite feed chain, reflector and flat plate antenna products. The catalogue reflects 40 years of expertise in the design, development and testing of leading-edge satellite communications systems.High-performance Satellite Feed Chain, Reflector…
Read MoreArgon Electronics has been awarded a contract to supply CBRN simulation systems to Technische Hilfswerk (THW - the Federal Agency for Technical Relief), part of Germany’s Federal Ministry of the Interior. Supplied through OWR, Argon’s representative, the world-class simulation systems will be used to improve the realism of THW’s field training, which prepares its teams on how to respond to a CBRN…
Read MoreSupport for a range of containerised deployable systems for the UK Ministry of Defence is to be provided by Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group, with G3 Systems as its partner, following the award of an enabling contract. Named ‘Project Amphora’, this framework contract will last up to seven years and will enable numerous and varied equipments to continue to operate successfully as Force 2020…
Read MoreSystems Interface, based in the UK, has been asked to supply, install and commission a further two Nautel VR 125 Non-Directional Beacons (NDB) by the Air Navigation Administration of the Government of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.Nautel VR 125 Non-Directional Beacons (NDB)This order, to replace two end-of-life NDB’s, was received following the successful supply, installation and commissioning of…
Read MorePeli™ Products, the global leader in the design and manufacture of virtually indestructible cases and advanced lighting systems, is excited to announce its international Photo Contest for both professional and amateur photographers.Peli™ Products launches its international Photo Contest The competition is open to everyone, especially to photography and Peli products lovers, from anywhere in…
Read MoreArgon Electronics has recently provided Magnox – owned and operated by Energy Solutions – with a number of innovative radiation meter simulators. The new order supplements previous equipment purchased to enhance safety training for Magnox employees.Radiation SimulatorsA global leader in CBRN and Hazmat training systems, Argon Electronics produces simulators that exactly replicate original…
Read MoreSystems Interface, based in the UK, has been awarded a significant contract by DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH for the replacement of Non-Directional Beacons (NDB) at various locations across Germany.Non-Directional Beacons (NDB)The four year framework agreement includes the supply of up to twenty Nautel VR125 Non-Directional Beacons with Automatic Tuning Units (ATU’s). Systems Interface will…
Read MorePico1024E GenII gives military equipment extra performance to detect threats, while maintaining all-important low-level power consumption standards ULIS Megapixel Pico1024E GenIIULIS, a leading manufacturer of thermal image sensors for commercial and military applications, today announces the availability of Pico1024E GenII, a high-precision energy-efficient megapixel thermal image sensor.…
Read MoreQioptiq today announced from their UK facility that they will launch a modular weapon mountable laser pointing and illuminating device with range finding capability, named GRIFFIN at Eurosatory 2014.Qioptiq, an Excelitas Technologies Company – AnnouncementFurther seeking to enhance the dismounted warfighters capability, Qioptiq are pleased to announce this important development, further…
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