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Eurotech

Eurotech: Parvus Receives $4.9M Order for DuraCOR Rugged Mission Computers Deployed in Mine Detection

Parvus Surpasses $15M Order Milestone for Rugged Embedded Processor Subsystems Supporting Mine Detection.Eurotech subsidiary Parvus announced that it has received a $4.9 Million (USD) follow-on order for DuraCOR mission computer subsystems specified in the Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Husky Mounted Detection System (HMDS) developed by Virginia-based NIITEK (part of the Chemring Group). With the…

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DRASH / DHS Systems International

Drash and “UK's Leading Independent Medical Supplier,” Xograph, Produce World’s Smallest Medical Imaging Facility

When thinking about a medical X-ray facility, a large, static building full of high-tech equipment typically comes to mind. Usually, this type of facility is located within a larger hospital complex which may be geographically distant from a crisis or medical situation.  There is a need among the medical first response community for a more flexible and mobile solution. Portable Military X-ray…

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Marshall is Selected By NAMSA to Provide a CT Scanner for the French Army

Integrates Philips Brilliance CT Scanner into Marshall Expandable ShelterThe French Army is to use a deployable CT scanner from Marshall SV, part of Cambridge based Marshall Land Systems. Following a competitive tender exercised by NAMSA (NATO Maintenance and Supply Agency) on behalf of the French Ministry of Defence, Marshall SV has been selected as the lowest bidder providing the best technical…

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Systems Interface Ltd

Systems Interface Awarded Second African Contract

Systems Interface, based in the UK, has been awarded the contract by Metalite Aviation Lighting, a trading division of Aeronautical & General Instruments Limited, on behalf of a large multinational oil company for the supply, installation and commissioning of a Non-Directional Beacon (NDB) and MF Mast complete with Solar Powered Obstruction Light at Soyo Airport, Zaire, Republic of Angola.The…

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Avon Protection

Avon Young Designer Looks to the Future of Respiratory Protection

Avon Protection student design engineer James Carswell has unveiled a design for a revolutionary new personal protection device at this year’s Brunel University annual graduate design show in London.  The project, codenamed “Air Armour”, was conducted over 9 months under guidance and support from Avon’s’ UK design team; culminating in the production of a prototype respirator for army personnel. …

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New Add-On Armour On Display At DVD 2012

Ultra FlexFence Family of RPG Armour Protection on Display on Stand SP-06.Ultra FlexFence Add-On Applique Vehicle ArmourThe Ultra FlexFence Family of applique armour designed specifically to protect vehicles against the immediate RPG threat is on display at DVD 2012 by Marshall Land Systems and Plasan Sasa. Ultra FlexFence is a production ready, lightweight, proven armour solution suitable for a…

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Brüel & Kjær to supply Pratt and Whitney Static Engine Noise Test System

Brüel & Kjær is to supply Pratt & Whitney with a Static Engine Certification Test (SECT) System. Static Engine Certification Test (SECT) SystemsThe system will perform all tasks needed for static engine noise certification and development testing. The Brüel & Kjær SECT System follows the measurement requirements and procedures set forth by the industry noise certification standards…

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RUBB Buildings Ltd

New Web Showcase for Rubb Military Hangars, Sunshades and Workshops

Equip yourself with all the latest projects, news, events and social media featured on Rubb UK’s new-look military website.Rubb Web Developer Michael Halpin has been busy transforming the website into an informative and interactive site full of information about Rubb Buildings Ltd’s military products, accessories, services, project news, photographs and videos links. You can also interact with…

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Marshall Land Systems and Utilis UK to Co-Operate on Camp Infrastructure Solutions

Shelter and tent solutions will now be available from one team.Marshall Land Systems and Utilis UK have today signed a collaboration agreement to jointly market and supply camp infrastructure solutions where both shelter and tent based combinations are needed to meet the requirement.Supply Camp Infrastructure Solutions“This agreement provides both ourselves and Utilis with significant…

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Marshall Land Systems, MAN Truck and Bus Provide EOD Vehicles

Armoured Shelter Integrated onto RMMV HX60 by Marshall Land SystemsA fully integrated mobile Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) vehicle with an armoured shelter is about to enter service with a European customer following delivery from MAN Truck and Bus and Marshall Land Systems.Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) VehiclesMarshall Land Systems has exploited its integration and manufacturing skills…

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Marshall Land Systems Attends DVD 2012 In Force

Medical, forensic, workshop, vehicle engineering and systems integration on display on stand SP09- 11Marshall Land Systems is illustrating some of its many capabilities at DVD 2012 with medical, forensic exploitation, and workshop shelters, vehicle engineering solutions and unmanned ground vehicle solutions all on display on stands SP09-11 at the Millbrook Proving Ground, Bedford on 21 and 22…

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Enterprise Control Systems Ltd

Enterprise Control Systems Ltd Handyview Design Registered at Patent Office

Enterprise Control Systems Ltd (ECS) recently applied to the Patent Office for registration of the design for its Handyview hand-held receiver. This robust, compact, durable and operator-friendly design has now been registered. The Handyview can be configured as part of a High Definition (HD), Standard Definition (SD) or IP linked system receiving high quality video audio and data. The Handyview…

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Marshall Land Systems Demonstrates Its Vehicle Engineering Skills At DVD 2012

Load beds on display with General Dynamics and RMMVThe Load bed for the General Dynamics Land Systems – Force Protection Europe Foxhound Utility Variant and load beds for the UK’s Support Vehicle are on display from Marshall Land Systems at DVD being held at Millbrook, Bedfordshire on 21st and 22nd June 2012.Military Support Vehicle Load BedsThe Foxhound, Light Protected Patrol Vehicle utility…

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BCB INTERNATIONAL LTD

Camouflage Cream in sight for DVD Show

A British Company who made Camouflage Cream used by British troops fighting in the Falklands War 30 years ago will be showing its range of camouflage cream at this year’s DVD Show in Millbrook, Bedfordshire (20-21 June 2012). For several decades, Cardiff-based survival equipment specialists, BCB International Ltd, has been making camouflage cream for many thousands of soldiers worldwide.…

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Avon Protection

New Avon Filter Improves Safety with End of Service Life Indicator

Avon Protection has launched a new conformal military CBRN filter that provides an accurate measure of usable life span with a unique end of service life indicator. The MILCF50 filter claims a shelf life of up to 10 years, which far surpasses that of rival filters and promises considerable cost-savings for the company’s exensive global military and first responder customer base. Military CBRN…

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Wincanton

Optimising Defence Supply Chains

Managing equipment support and availability on a global basis.Weapon systems capability and availability is crucial to enable the armed forces to deliver their operational mission. With the defence community being challenged to achieve this in the most effective and cost-efficient manner we look to their supply chains to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness in getting supplies to the right…

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Smiths Detection

Smiths Detection Supplies Security to Major Rio Conference

Smiths Detection will supply the main security systems to protect the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development, held in Rio de Janeiro later this month.Smiths Detection Security SystemsThe so-called Rio Plus 20 conference, from 13 to 22 June, will attract more than 100 high-level delegations from around the world. A major security operation is planned and Smiths Detection Brasil will…

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Systems Interface Ltd

Systems Interface Awarded Zambia NDB Contract

Systems Interface, based in the UK, has been awarded the contract for the supply of two Non-Directional Beacons (NDB’s) for the Zambian Air Force by the Ministry of Defence of the Government of the Republic of Zambia. The Two Nautel VR125D NDB’s will replace existing beacons at Mumbwa Air Force Base and Samora Machel Air Force Base.Non-Directional Beacons (NDB’s)Using state-of-the-art technology…

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RUBB Buildings Ltd

New Orders Fly in for Rubb Military Hangars

Rubb has delivered 13 aircraft hangars within the first six months of 2012 – and is celebrating orders for six more.Rubb Buildings Ltd is an innovating world leader when it comes to the design, manufacture and delivery of relocatable helicopter and fixed wing aircraft ‘super hangar’ systems. The Expeditionary Forces Aircraft Shelter System, which also features sunshades and warehouses, is…

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DRASH / DHS Systems International

New DC2E J Series Projection Design Facilitates Movement And Increases Free Space Throughout The Length Of Drash Shelters

Originally designed to solve the issue of information dissemination and management on the battlefield, DHS Systems introduced its Deployable Command and Control Equipment (DC2E) to its DRASH product line in 2005. Since then, DC2E has provided military personnel around the globe with portable, reliable and convenient communications technology, most notably the Medium and Large Front/Rear…

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