Will-Burt Germany provides high-quality mobile mast systems and trailer solutions for military and security / rescue forces. They are used around the world: the armed forces of Germany, its NATO allies and other likeminded nations. Will-Burt Germany has progressively turned into a global player with subsidiaries and partners on every continent.

The object of Will-Burt Germany is the development, project planning, construction and system integration of our customized trailer systems. We carry out and follow your plan from A to Z. Special trailers for special tasks are our specialty. Many of our trailers are manufactured in small series. They are used by the German Army and other international forces. Our trailer systems are especially designed for missions involving extraordinary burdens in extreme and arduous terrain. High payloads in combination with low basic weights, maximum cross-country mobility, long life expectancy and low maintenance requirements are the characteristics of all Will-Burt Germany tactical trailers.

Our mast systems are used by international forces around the globe, including the German Army, to provide communications, surveillance, reconnaissance support etc. throughout the battlefield.

The Expedition series (Ranger mast) is the lightest, most durable, rapid deploying, single man-portable field masts in the world. This system is equipped with lightweight payloads and can be deployed quickly by extending 1.2m sections to heights from 2.5m to a maximum of 18.3m. It’s our system for the ‘last mile’.

The AntennaMast AM2 model is a portable, lightweight, rugged, aluminum tripod mast designed for rapid payload deployment. The AM2 can raise multiple devices on an individual mast and is highly flexible and reliable. Users can lift and lower larger payloads in a secure way without disassembling the mast system by using the EZ Raze™ system and its safety brake and cable winching device. The mast tube lift winch supplies mechanical assistance for mast tube lifting for heavier payloads, and the mast tubes and payload can also be elevated by breach loading the tubes through the tripod center collar.

Telescopic crank masts KVL and KVR (also called cable pulls) are for payloads up to 70kg and heights up to 20m. They are suited for heavy communication systems, monitoring solutions, direction finder, target detection systems, etc. and used by the market leaders. These masts uphold their reputation through their robustness and simple operation. The extension and retraction of this mast type is realized through a retractable rope and a separate return rope. This guarantees a reliable operation independent of the weather conditions.

The Spindle mast SPM is currently the best available mast system on the market. Grown against the hardest requirements, the SPM is specifically designed for use with large payloads and very high demands of accuracy. The retracting and extension occur through special spindle systems. A special honing procedure of the aluminum tubes and the use of high-precision spindles enables the manufacturing of nearly backlash-free telescopic spindle masts for heights up to 18m and payloads up to 600kg!

The spectrum of lattice towers starts with the ITS Towers. ITS offers an innovative line of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) tower solutions from 11.5m to 32m. Will-Burt Germany lattice towers are customized solutions, mounted on trucks or trailers, for heights up to 45m and payloads up to 1000kg. Our giants!

The Will-Burt Company is pleased to introduce the One Company initiative, a program designed to ensure that we operate as One Team, guided by One Vision, representing One Brand – Will-Burt. This initiative formalizes our way of thinking and our passion to serve our customers. It was created to make it easier for our clients to engage with Will-Burt, no matter where they are or whomever they communicate with in our global organization. All locations have been renamed Will-Burt followed by their geographic location. For instance, GEROH, located in Germany, has been renamed Will-Burt Germany Gmbh & Co. KG. Company web sites will be consolidated under www.willburt.com and the GEROH social media platforms will be renamed Will-Burt Germany.

Rapid Deployment are certainly the buzz words in all Military Forces presently, the capability to rapidly establish an airborne infrastructure is an essential part of strategies laid down by Joint Armed Forces worldwide.
The Mobile Visual Control Room (MVCR) or Mobile Air Traffic Control Tower is an integral part of any Joint Armed Forces Aerospace Surveillance and Battle Space Management System. The requirement of an operational airbase is essential to all operations in-theatre very early in any conflict and therefore the equipment used must reflect the requirements of urgency and the possible lack of lifting equipment or specialised vehicles for deployment.

Rapid Deployable ATC Towers

The trailer mounted system is designd specifically for rapid and simple deployment.

The Mobile Air Traffic Control Systems ATC tower is transportable by C-130, C-17 and has undertaken live trials with Chinook helicopter, and can be deployed by 2-4 personnel in an hour. All equipment needed to deploy is carried within the unit and there is no additional lifting equipment necessary.
Mobile Air Traffic Control Systems designed their tower to be trailer mounted so that it can be towed by various unspecified vehicles and removes the single point of failure of a truck-mounted system.

Mobile Elevating Towers

The tower elevates to 7m operator seated height and allows for 3 operators plus 1 supervisor position. The internal fit is designed specifically to meet the precise operational requirements of the end user but be flexible in terms of upgrades and/or additional equipment requirements to cope with local operating conditions.

Features

Mobile Air Traffic Control Systems have specifically designed their mobile system for uncomplicated Rapid Deployment with a minimum of parts.
Whether it is to be used for military applications, a stand-by or disaster relief, it is important that the unit can be deployed quickly and efficiently.
The Systems all feature a new Automatic Levelling System and remotely controlled deployment that levels and deploys the cabin to full  height and locks it in position hydraulically in under 5 minutes.

• The system has been designed to be deployed by 2-4 men in under an hour.
• All equipment needed for deployment is stored within the cabin or trailer system – the unit is completely self contained.
• No need for any special lifting or handling equipment to deploy
• Towers can be run off mains or powered by a generator.
• The Cabin is trailer mounted for reliability, ease of use and flexibility – the cabin can be removed in 15 minutes.
• Multi-level towing positions to cope with variety of different towing vehicles.
• Robust heavy duty trailer system with EBS that automatically adjusts the air suspension to ensure the system remains level when being towed.
• The trailer has adjustable air suspension to increase or decrease ground clearance.
• Simple deployment – ONLY FOUR BOLTS in the entire deployment so less to lose and less FOD.
• C-130, C-17, IL-76 and Heavy Lift Helicopter transportable
• Tower has 3 operating heights, elevating to a maximum of 7m operator seated height.
• Up to 4 operator positions
• Cabins fitted with fully plug and play integrated systems comprising usually of military or commercial air to ground communications, voice switching and recording, meteorological reporting, navigational equipment and ground to ground communications to customer specification.
• 360 ° vision from all operator positions.
• LED lights throughout including the stairs
• High spec ATC double glazed glass.
• Dual Air Conditioning Units
• Ballistic protection and Bullet Proof Glass options
• Operators can safely evacuate the cabin in under 20 seconds unlike some towers that require an elevator.
• Tower meets all Safety Regulations including Working at Height and evacuation procedures.

All Terrain Truck Mounted ATC

MATC introduced their new 6x6 All Terrain Mobile Air Traffic Control Tower at the World ATM Congress in Madrid 4-6 March 2014.  Described as a “game changer in tactical military ATC operations” the 6 wheel drive Mercedes mounted system had a lot of interest. Designed in principal for Middle East and Asian operators, the unit is autonomous with an in-built generator, automatic levelling and an operator height of 7.5 metres and is delivered plug and play. It features an automatic tyre deflation and inflation system to cope with wheel slip on sand or wet conditions whilst maintaining a fast on-road speed enabling quick location and relocation. The cabin is the same as the trailer mounted unit.

Added to this MATC introduced a new Compact ATC Cabin that can be towed and positioned by any four wheel drive. This is aimed at smaller strips and airfields where elevation is not required, it is equipped to the same ATC standard as the other models and has an onboard generator and fuel tank.

Honeywell Safety Products has become the world’s largest personal protective equipment (PPE) provider, with annual revenues of more than $2 billion. We are backed by the powerful global resources of Honeywell International and its $1.5 billion corporate R&D budget. Honeywell Safety Products draws on the corporation’s exceptional technology and innovation capabilities to develop new materials, electronics, sensors, and communication systems.

QUIETPRO®
Intelligent Hearing Protection and Communication Systems

QUIETPRO® QP400 is an intelligent digital communication headset and high-level hearing protector for military use. QUIETPRO® significantly improves communications and situational awareness in noisy surroundings while protecting the users’ hearing. It adds no weight to the head and is fully compatible with all military ground, vehicle and ballistic helmets and CBRN protection gear.

This unique combination of features is targeted to enhancing the capability of the soldier performing his duty in harsh and dangerous environments, and to allow for the use of one system only for all combat scenarios.

QUIETPRO® QP400 from Honeywell Safety Products is an advanced Intelligent Hearing System that provides high-levels of ‘verifiable’ hearing protection. Hearing protection that adapts to the noise environment to permit the user to hear sounds around them – when safe to do so.

Mission Safety Critical - Two-way Military Communications

QP400 ensures mission (safety) critical two-way communications are received clearly and accurately, first time in all noise scenarios.

QP400 connects to multiple two-way radio, platform intercom, soldier navigation solutions, sniper or gunshot detection systems, smart cell phones or personal music devices. With automatic configuration of the interface to the device connected, the correct equalization (matching) of the interface is assured without any user intervention.

QP400 is designed using the core processing architecture and algorithms developed for the successful QUIETPRO and QUIETPRO+ systems. More than 63,500 of these original QUIETPRO systems have entered service with a variety of Government user groups in 15 countries worldwide.

QP400 allows the user to enhance their natural hearing so that they can hear sounds that cannot be heard with their ears alone. It also enables the user hear sounds around them ensuring that retain their localized situational awareness. Vital for their personal safety and security.

QP400 continuously adapts to the noise environment, always providing the correct level of protection, but never over protecting. The QUIETPRO® is developed to only attenuate what is absolutely necessary and only for as long as the protection is needed. When the dangerous noise is no longer present, QUIETPRO® immediately restores full hearing capability.

QUIETPRO® is designed to allow for intelligible communication in high noise environments up to 110-115dB. QUIETPRO® attenuation > 40 dB for Impulsive noise protection. Overall passive attenuation of the foam tips - SNR 34dB (EN352-2).

QP400 incorporates digital Active Noise Reduction (ANR) that provides further attenuation for low frequency noises in additional to that provided by the foam ear tips. This highly stable digital ANR system automatically activates (only when required) and cancels out the rumbling of the low frequency noise from sources such as armoured vehicles (tracked and wheeled), large engines, boats, fixed wing aircraft and helicopters.

QUIETPRO® has undergone many extensive and rigorous evaluation and assessment programs by independent test and validation organizations in Europe, Australia and the United States. With the exception of impulse noise testing above 160dB (explosions), testing has been conducted on human beings to assure accurate and realistically reliably results.

Soldier Hearing Protection

QP400 automatically performs a FIT TEST of the in-ear headset to ensure that a good level of hearing protection and clear two-way communications are obtained. This feature provides the user with confidence that a high level of protection is being achieved.

QP400 can be configured to connect multiple radio and communication systems. Up to 4 separate communication channels.

QP400 can connect a variety of headset types, including; the QUIETPRO in-ear high noise headset, circumaural ‘muff’ headset, on-ear / single sided headset and less overt headsets. The user is able to choose the headset and adapt the QP400 to meet their requirements or personal preference.

QP400 provides the user with an intuitive MENU function with voice feedback provided through the headset. This enables the user to control the modes and operation of the QUIETPRO system to meet their requirements and preferences. This voice feedback can be provided in different languages.

The QP400 has been designed to facilitate rapid mount-dismount transitions with mobility platforms, while maintaining continuous connectivity to the communications network.

QUIETPRO In-ear Military Headset

The new QUIETPRO in-ear headset is now available with a custom moulded ear tip or the comfort improved ear tip PROTIP. The PROTIP provides a very high level of attenuation of noise (independently tested), with a significant improvement in user comfort. Consequentially, the headset can be worn continuously for extended periods of time.

The QP400 has been designed with the capacity to introduce new features and capability enhancements through software modifications only.

Overview of the QP400

The QP400 retains the core processing architecture and mathematical algorithms of the battle proven QUIETPRO® and QUIETPRO+ products. In excess of 63,500 of these original products have been delivered to customers worldwide.

The feedback and experience gained from this extensive base of installed products has driven the fundament redesign of the product to achieve the QP400.

• Redesigned the Control (processing) Unit. More tactile and simplified user controls.
• Intuitive Menu system to control functions and modes of the system. Spoken voice feedback is provided to user through the headset – greatly reduces the time required to train on the operation of the system.
• Comfort improved ear tips.
• Placement of all cables and connectors on one side of the Control Unit to allow greater mounting options on the vest or load carriage system to suit the user.
• Interchangeable headsets – user selectable depending upon mission or personal preference.
• Compatibility with legacy in-service headsets using QP400 adapter cables.
• User configurable Control Unit mounting options.
• Increased number of communication channels from 2 to 4 (independent channels)
• Automatic Configuration of system to communication device(s) connected.
• Dedicated tactical radio and platform / mobility connection points, with high reliability, rapid disconnect connectors.
• Reduced weight
• Quick release connectors for easy connection/disconnect
• Replaceable mounting brackets to provide full flexibility of mounting options

QUIETPRO System Components

• Headset with two lightweight in-ear earpieces.
• Control Unit with 3 PTT buttons (primary controls) and menu, confirm and volume buttons (secondary controls)
• Interface cables for other audio devices such as vehicle intercoms and alternative tactical radios.
• Optional wireless ‘dual’ PTT.
• Optional wired one button chest PTT or one button finger PTT
• Optional headset adapter cable to connect end customer legacy headsets to the QP400.
• Y splitter cable to enable two separate radios to be connected to the radio communication connector

The provision of an integrated capability that includes situational awareness pictures and a seamless Command and Control (C2) solution which is a force multiplier for military operations, homeland defence, crisis management and conflict resolution.

C4I Defence

Northrop Grumman offers an end-to-end capability for command and control (C2) and situational awareness (SA), including decision aids, planning tools and Blue Force Tracking (BFT).  Our Integrated Command and Control Framework (IC2F) capability integrates and scales to meet the full range of deployment options from Infantry Section to large scale Joint Force deployments. IC2F is made up of two integrated capabilities each of which deliver a complete solution including software, hardware and the Integrated Logistic Support (ILS).  I-JOCCS provides the capability to manage military tasking at the Operational level and I-TaCCS provides tactical capabilities either mounted or dismounted in the tactical domain.  Combined I-JOCCS and I-TaCCS provide a seamless and integrated C2 capability.

The flexibility of our architecture enables the specific needs of the customer to be delivered in a timely manner. Our hollistic approach to communications combined with our cross-domain security capability allows us to tailor solutions to meet the requirements either within an existing infrastructure or a completely new architecture and design. The extensible architecture allows the maximum use of COTS products and the incorporation of third-party applications to deliver mission specific services.

Over and above technology itself Northrop Grumman can provide full Integrated Logistic Support and Through Life Capability Management (TLCM).

I-JOCCS

• Strategic to Tactical Command and Control with flexible architecture for all C4I system requirements
• Robust, battle proven capabilities, supporting J1 to J9 staff instructions
• Interoperability between principle allied/coalition force systems
• Shared understanding across the military enterprise, leading to rapid and consistent decision making
• Embedded simulation and training within I-JOCCS allows for individual and coalition training for operators at both fixed and deployed systems.
• Our fully air deployable operational command system is able to provide joint command to all the capabilities needed for out of area operations whilst still operating in challenging climates
• Maintenance of the integrity of the national borders, including the protection of the National interests in adjacent maritime areas (Exclusive Economic Zone – EEZ)
• Enhanced capability to counter terrorism or other insurgent forces
• Co-operation with other nations in humanitarian missions and support regional stability

I-TaCCS

The system offers a scalable, flexible, secure, reliable, user-friendly solution that meets the demands of networked command, control and situational awareness.

• Scalable: I-TaCCS based systems represent a scalable solution from the dismounted soldier up to the permanent command centre, providing comprehensive data and voice solutions at all levels.  Filters, guards and dispatch mechanism can be provided to address security and data volumes across the network.
• Flexible: The system supports a range of platforms, from hand held computers, through rugged tablets to desktop computers, providing an effective form factor for all levels of command.  Operating over a variety of deployed communications networks, it is suitable for a wide range of operational scenarios.
• Secure: The system is designed and built with security as a principal requirement, both on the deployed platform and throughout the communications stack.
• Reliable: In operational use with UK, US, NATO and allied nations and coalitions, it provides a robust solution that has been tested in combat conditions.  I-TaCCS is based on the combat proven C2PC technology family.
• User Friendly: I-TaCCS offer familiar mobile and desktop user interfaces, minimising training requirements

C2PC

C2PC is the key ‘tactical’ software within the IC2F capability providing the core Command and Control services across the command structure.

• Easily Scalable providing a shared picture to multiple tiers of command.
• Co-existence and visualisation of near real-time and planned environments.
• Effective operation in unreliable tactical communications environments.
• Geospatial awareness of battlefield in near real-time, blending digital maps, tactical objects and plans.

ICS

ICS is the key ‘operational’ software within the IC2F capability providing the core Command and Control services across the command structure.

• Information from multiple data sources combined into a single Common Operational Picture (COP).
• Mapping interface supporting operational and intelligence planning.
• Interoperability with other key allied force systems.
• Improved sharing of situational awareness data in support of Operations in Joint environment or individual component command.
• Provision of framework and services needed for network-centric warfare.

C2PC Tactical

Tactical Command and Control Personal Computer (C2PC Tactical) is a variant of Northrop Grumman’s C2PC product, developed in close cooperation with combat experienced Special Forces and armoured soldiers.

C2PC Tactical provides a soldier-focused, easy to train-and-use interface to the extensive capabilities of the operationally proven and fielded C2PC product.

C4I Civil & Security

Northrop Grumman can offer an integrated Security, Policing & Public Safety architecture to support event & major incident management, site security, and border protection.  The capability offers a comprehensive solution including the integration of live sensor feeds (camera, IR etc), Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), consequence analysis, asset tracking, command & control (C2), CBRN monitoring & reporting, and voice/data transfer.

Northrop Grumman believes that our integrated Security, Policing and Public Safety solutions offer capabilities that can benefit a wide range of situations including disaster prevention, monitoring/planning, counter terrorism, business continuity and modelling and simulation.

MIDAS

A state-of-the-art net centric data aggregation, situational awareness, and decision support system. It fuses knowledge of current operational status with powerful consequence analysis functionality, delivering a real time geospatial framework used to manage critical fusion centre operations. MIDAS is accessed using an intuitive geospatial display and can be deployed in less than 60 days.

Provides fusion centres with a comprehensive set of tools to address command and control, communications, and intelligence sharing and analysis. The user-friendly touch enabled display allows the use of intuitive gestures to adjust imagery and access data and associated analysis.

Readily integrates security tools, databases, internet feeds and other information your fusion centre may be using. And better yet, as your needs expand, MIDAS allows you to establish performance specifications for expanded capabilities and seamlessly integrate best in breed advanced tools.

CommandPoint™

Capabilities include Computer Aided Dispatch, Mobile, Automated Field Reporting (AFR), Map, Law Enforcement records management System (RMS) and Fire RMS. Describing each in turn:

• CAD:  Features include Microsoft .NET client architecture, More consistent functionality due to fewer forms increase in speed in execution of commands
• MOBILE:  The application interface between the command centre and the field units provides ease of use in accessing data and unit statusing
• AFR:  An automated field reporting package that enables law enforcement units to complete reports quickly and accurately, thus increasing their time in the field
• MAP:  The mapping application designed for real-time command and control situations supporting Automatic Vehicle Routing and Recommendation (AVRR)/ Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL)
• Law Enforcement RMS:  A law enforcement records management system utilising the latest in technology to get information into and out of the system to assist in better decision making
• Fire RMS: A fire records management system that provides ease of use in collecting, sorting, and managing data for fire reports, inspections, and NFIRS reporting. CommandPoint is much more than an integrated first responder application suite

I-TRACE

• Flexible multi-layer solution for the effective monitoring of a CBRN incident.
• Collects relevant CBRN sensor data and provides local situational awareness that can be shared with all authorised users.
• Easily interfaced to third party applications e.g. hazard analysis software and personal monitoring equipment.
• Man portable version allows ultimate in deployment flexibility.
• Independent of sensors selection made by user.
• Vehicle mounted or man pack configurations available.

AirBorn has been manufacturing high reliability interconnect systems for over 60 years with leading-edge, innovative technology that is more reliable and better performing than practically all other alternatives.

Founded in 1958, AirBorn began producing electronic connectors for the military and aerospace industries. Growing a business takes drive, passion and determination.  Today, we are proud to be well-known as a highly-diversified manufacturing company employing roughly 1,400 people worldwide in nine plants with over 300,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space, so we are poised to provide you with the latest in AirBorn technology.

Military Interconnect Systems

Our advanced technologies, experienced design support, incomparable lead times and personalized customer service provide customers with complete solutions to a vast array of highly specialized design requirements in diverse markets and applications.

Our quality and commitment to our customers requires us to meet the highest standards of testing and certification to ensure high reliability under the extreme environmental conditions at 30,000 feet and beyond found in the Aerospace environment.

Innovative Interconnect Solutions

Providing support to the defense industry requires, top-quality products for mission-critical applications and industry-leading companies like NASA, Raytheon, Thales and Lockheed-Martin have come to rely on the quality and reliability of our innovative interconnect solutions to ensure their systems work in the most harsh and demanding environments.

Space programs supported include SBIRS, GOES-R, Globalstar, Swarm, New Horizon Space Probe, Mars Lander, Mars Rover, Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, and the International Space Station.

Over the years, our customer base has expanded to include commercial applications in fields such as medical technology and geophysical exploration.

Military Cable and Wiring Harnesses

AirBorn will also design and assemble cable and wiring harnesses for your custom interconnect requirement, including:

• Discrete wire harnesses – simple 2-wire to complex with PCB integration
• Multi-connector cables
• Over-molded cables
• RF cabling
• Ribbon cables (jacketed and shielded)
• Fiber optics
• Poly-tube harnesses

We use the phrase "value-added service" to describe our approach to providing our customers with a complete solution that matches their needs and requirements.

In some cases, this means supplying customers with one of our highly reliable standard connector products.  In others, it means supplying our customers with a complete chassis, or "box," that performs the function the customer desires.   To provide our customer with the best possible service, we offer turnkey solutions including:

• Standard Catalog and Custom Connectors
• Standard Catalog Jumper Cables (wire and flex circuit) and Custom Cable Harnesses
• Custom Flexible Circuits
• Custom Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)
• Power Supplies and Battery Packs
• Electro-Mechanical Assemblies (chassis/box-builds)
• Testing and Qualification services to ensure that product meets all requirements (include military qualification testing)


Custom Electronically-integrated Solutions

In short, AirBorn is ONE company that can provide you with a complete, electronically-integrated solution.

We believe our team of engineers are the most innovative and committed you will find in the industry today. If your part can be manufactured faster, stronger, or more efficiently, our design team will find a way to make it happen. AirBorn designs and builds all the tooling (including stamping tools, molding tools, and automation equipment), so that we are able to offer our customers a complete connector. Our designers and engineers work closely with the customer to determine part orientation, how the part will be carried, and if automation assembly will be used.

When you’re ready to prototype your part, we’re ready for you. Our ability to efficiently produce the first generation of your part, as well as the large production runs saves you time and money. We can often have a prototype run of small quantities of parts available in two to three weeks.

We have developed a team of the most experienced and innovative craftsmen in the industry. When your tooling is designed and built within our in-house tool room, you can be assured the quality you see on the first run will be the same throughout the life of your product.

AirBorn is bridging the gap between tomorrow’s technologies and today’s expectations. We are committed to the future of manufacturing with the introduction of leading-edge automation in both production and assembly.

Whether our customers require plastic injection, insert, or reel-to-reel-molding, we meet their varied needs with our wide-ranging expertise. AirBorn uses closed-loop molding machines ranging from 30 to 50 tons with shot sizes as small as 0.4 ounces. Our injection molding department work with most thermoplastic materials, and are capable of manufacturing products with extremely tight tolerances and dimensional needs.

AirBorn has gathered many years of customer feedback through on-site visits with key customers and through submissions on its website, and AirBorn has converted this customer feedback into a world-class website that addresses key customer needs in a simple and easy-to-use format.

Xplore Technologies is a global leader and recognized pioneer in the rugged mobile computing industry with more than 15 years of dedicated focus on developing and deploying fully-rugged wireless tablet systems. Our products have been engineered to meet our customers’ demands for reliable, fully-rugged mobility solutions that deliver superior performance and functionality, and can withstand the most extreme operating environments.  We deliver the most comprehensive and rugged tablet computing solutions in the industry.  Headquartered in the “Silicon Hills” of Austin, Texas, Xplore Technologies has spent more than a decade on research, development and product generation improvements culminating in the 2011 launch of the 5th generation system in the iX104C5™ product family.

The daily challenges faced by our clients in the field and on the front lines were the driving force behind Xplore’s “Voice of the Customer” product development methodology, which drives the engineering, testing and production of critical wireless, performance and expansion capabilities. Since inception, the company has sold approximately one hundred thousand systems globally across a breadth of industries and is a recognized leader and trusted source in the rugged tablet computing industry.

Xplore Technologies Corp. is a publicly-traded company (NASDAQ:XPLR).

Innovative Rugged Mobility Tablet PC Solutions

As demand for the tablet PC has surged, so too has the need for rugged mobility solutions with technology advances that allow greater reach into extreme environments. Xplore customers need mobile computing tools that match tough on-the-job requirements, whether those jobs take them deep underground, high above power lines or to the front line.
Driving rain, blowing sand and dust, temperature extremes, constant vibration, accidental system drops onto hard surfaces – Xplore tablets can go wherever users need to be, providing scalable performance, enhanced connectivity, flexible input methods, true portability and product lifecycles that match program and performance needs.
Xplore’s iX104C5 family of fully-rugged tablet PCs, vehicle/situational docking stations, enabling accessories, and peripherals deliver comprehensive solutions to meet the exacting needs of industrial, commercial and government customers.

XPLORE’s iX104C5 Dual-Mode Sunlight-Readable Tablet PC

Innovative Rugged Tablet For The Real World

Today, more than ever, mobile computing systems are relied upon by an increasingly diverse group of vertical professionals, military and security personnel to do their jobs. Xplore’s customers work in the toughest conditions and trust their tablet computers to be as rugged as they are. Beyond rugged, users demand scalable performance, enhanced connectivity, flexible input methods, true portability and product lifecycles that match their program and deployment needs. Xplore’s iX104C5 delivers with industry-leading ruggedness, performance data protection, meaningful innovation and longer-managed lifecycles.
Xplore’s 5th generation rugged offering enhances user productivity and safety by enabling work in the harshest conditions and by providing reliable operation while mobile in a standing position, vehicle or fork truck-mounted, or at a service desk. IT and program managers enjoy peace of mind in trusting their Xplore systems will operate when and where they need them, with advanced integrated technologies from industry leaders such as Intel® and Microsoft®.

Setting a New Rugged Tablet Computing Standard

• PROVEN RUGGED IN THE REAL WORLD – Industry’s Most Rugged Tablet PC
• XTREME PERFORMANCE – Industry’s Best Performance Platform for Today and Tomorrow
• FIELD-PROVEN DESIGN – Best Sunlight-Readable Dual-Mode Display
• TOTAL CONTROL OF OWNERSHIP – Long Lifecycles, Superior Management Capabilities

XPLORE: Proven Rugged In The Real World

Industry’s most rugged tablet PC

• Independently-tested to MIL-STD-810G, IEC IP67 ingress rating (10-cell battery), and Hazloc standards
• High-density, hardened magnesium alloy chassis with contoured bumper protection system
• Integrated piston gaskets on all user-accessible doors
• 3H hardened display protects against breakage and scratching
• 3rd party tested: 4' drop to concrete with system on; 7' operating drop to non-yielding surface
• Xplore’s Cool Touch thermal system, inclusive of multiple thermistors, regulate heating and cooling in extreme temperatures
• Exceptional data protection – Solid State Drive (SSD) storage, with dual SSD RAID (0,1) option

Military, public safety, field service and other front-line workers depend on their mobile computing systems to complete job tasks, execute mission plans and, in some cases, save lives. System uptime, continued deployed operation and data protection is paramount. Xplore’s iX104C5 is the gold standard in rugged tablet computing, delivering the highest degree of ruggedness in its class. Inspired by first-hand experience and input from utility and telecomm field service workers, military personnel, and law enforcement agencies, the iX104C5 can adapt to changing mission requirements and withstand harsh conditions.

Key Rugged Features Include:

• A drop specification that is more in line with real-life use conditions: 4', operating to concrete (a hard surface) 26x; 7' operating to plywood over concrete
• A unique piston sealing technology enables a higher level of ingress protection (IP-67 with 10-cell battery) from driving rain/snow, blowing dust/sand, and potential immersion in water
• An innovative data protection system utilizes a custom-engineered drive carrier, Solid State drive storage with dual SSD drive option, RAID (0,1) and JBOD array configurations which include advanced high-performance and durable solid state

XPLORE: Xtreme Performance

Industry ’s Best Performance Platform for Today and Tomorrow

• Intel® Core™ i7-620UE mobile processor, HD integrated Intel® graphics with dynamic frequency
• Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
• Up to 8 GB of fast DDR3 memory (Windows® 7, 64-bit OS)
• Multi-modal wireless options, including Intel® Centrino® Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Gobi™ 3000 Broadband
• Solid State Drive (SSD) for enhanced performance and durability
• Dedicated Fast Track GPS II – 2m and sub-1m models (optional)

The iX104C5 raises the bar for performance in the fully-rugged computing market by providing the most advanced performance platform in its class.
The iX104C5 is equipped with Intel®’s latest Core™ i7-620UE mobile processor, featuring the Intel® QM57 Express chipset, Turbo Boost Technology and integrated high-definition graphics with dynamic frequency.
This powerful mobile dual-core, hyper-threading processor with 4 MB of Smart L2 cache and up to 8 GB2
(Windows® 7, 64-bit OS) of DDR3 system memory supports higher-end applications like GIS mapping and mission planning that require real-time capabilities, fast processing and superior graphics performance to render images.
Multi-modal, integrated wireless options provide communications when and where customers need it.

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

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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

Despite the great ambition of Network Enabled Capability, the current approach to battlefield interoperability (which updates existing task specific military software with limited data sharing) is complex and continues to leave most assets and capabilities operating independently and unable to work co-operatively with other military systems.

From experience of observing the challenges and limitations of current interoperability, the 2iC software has been designed to deliver the power of enterprise middleware to coordinate distributed systems supplied by multiple vendors in challenging technical environments, such as the battlefield.

Battlefield Interoperability

2iC brings a new approach to battlefield interoperability. Its software enables users and experts to design Decentralised Operating Procedures (DOP) and easily deploy them into the distributed battlefield to meet military needs.

This unique approach is complementary to existing battlefield systems, assets and capabilities. It brings the flexibility, scalability and discipline of commercial enterprise orchestration software to the deployed and distributed environment of military operations.

Lean Services Architecture

The Lean Services Architecture is an open schema-based request/response and event message protocol and supporting architecture. It is designed to provide the features of a Services Orientated Architecture (SOA) in the operational and tactical military domain, or other similar environments using an implementation suited to such conditions unlike existing solutions.
The UK MoD has reviewed the Lean Services Architecture and included it in the Generic Base Architecture (GBA) Defence Standard (DefStan 23-13) and the Generic Soldier Architecture (GSA) Defence Standard (DefStan 23-12). It has also been proposed for the Generic Soldier Architecture (GSA) Defence Standard (DefStan 23-12).
The Lean Service Architecture was successfully trialled in October 2012 as part of the Land Open Systems Architecture (LOSA) development programme which is delivering the target architecture for Army 2020.

Decentralised Operating Procedure (“DOP”)

2iC Decentralised Operating Procedures (DOP) achieves business outcomes by defining the interactions across distributed systems. Every event, activity and data flow is in the context of a military objective and is tagged with security, priority and context information enabling effective systems interoperability. Once designed, DOPs are deployed to run alongside existing technology with negligible overhead.

Examples include requesting the use of a camera, patrol in contact or daily vehicle logistics reports.

2iC can provide interoperability across soldiers, vehicles and bases to support operational, technical and commercial flexibility.

Products/Services

Visual Modelling Tool

2iC’s Visual Modelling Tool provides a graphical user environment to model and define Decentralised Operating Procedures (DOPs). The work is typically performed with the end-users requiring the interoperability, the security accreditors and other supporting subject matter experts.

The flexible procedural coordination of systems is the goal of the 2iC Decentralised Operating Procedure (DOP) approach. Using visual models to represent and understand interactions, end-points, and business processes is a proven and routine approach in the enterprise, however until now equivalent tools have not been available for the tactical environment.  2iC delivers visual tools for defining DOPs that can be deployed to coordinate distributed systems in challenging technical environments.

Visual Modelling Tool to Deployed Environment

Off-the-shelf Adaptor Software Development Kit (SKD)

2iC have developed an off-the-shelf adaptor Software Development Kit (SDK) to allow any application to expose Lean Services.  Using the SDK an adopter is easy to implement which hides the underlying systems while making useful business services available as Lean Services.

The SDK exposes Lean and connects to systems by whatever interface they possess, whether open or proprietary, without needing deep knowledge of that system.

This SDK could be supplied to any party to quickly enable the provision of Lean Services without exposing their system. This approach in effect allows closed systems to have an easily secured standards based open architecture for a subset of the system functionality.

Run Time Node

A low-footprint software component called a Run Time Node (RTN) which executes DOPs, manages service availability and dynamically coordinates the linked systems using Lean Services . RTNs are installed on platforms throughout the environment.

Once designed, DOPs are deployed to RTNs which run alongside existing technology with negligible overhead. Each deployed RTN connects to its local systems (such as sensors or other computers within a vehicle) using a Lean Service adaptor (analogous to an electrical travel adaptor) and links to RTNs at other locations via the available communications systems.

The company’s range of service offerings include; Business Winning & Proposal Generation, Project Mobilisation, Control & Delivery, Systems & Software Engineering, Supportability Engineering, Support Solution Design Service, Safety Engineering & Assurance, Training Analysis, Design & Delivery, Human Factors, Operations Analysis & Modelling and Cyber Security.

Persides

Persides is an established and growing force in the defence, security and energy markets offering high calibre services for a diverse client base.

It is increasingly difficult for an organisation to predict exactly the skills and capacity it needs to deliver its dynamic and evolving objectives. Persides offers high quality management and engineering services to supplement client capability and enhance performance where required. Services offered include;

• Business Winning & Proposal Generation
• Project Mobilisation, Control & Delivery
• Systems & Software Engineering
• Supportability Engineering - Integrated Logistic Support (ILS), Reliability & Maintainability
• Support Solution Design Service
• Safety Engineering & Assurance
• Training Analysis, Design & Delivery
• Human Factors
• Operations Analysis & Modelling, Whole-Life Cost (WLC), Life Cycle Cost (LCC)

Persides has built its reputation on the foundations of a core set of principles which align to an approach of delivering Value, Trust, Excellence in support of our Customers. Persides provides a multi-layered approach to the way it contracts its services. Understanding the constraints faced by our clients, whether they be finance or policy driven, Persides tailors its’ offering to counter these constraints and is always prepared to share risk and accountability.

Our Key Products and Services include:

Key Land Based Equipment Programmes

• CBRN  - DE&S /Industry

Persides staff have directly developed various ILS deliverables including the ILS Strategy, ILSP, SOW, Use Study for Man-Portable Chemical Agent Detector (MCAD), Lightweight Chemical Agent Detector (LCAD), Collective Protection Chemical Agent Monitor (COLPRO CAM), Integrated Biological Detection System (IBDS), Maritime Biological Detection System (MBDS) and the Aircrew Protection Equipment and Detection (APED) programme.

• WCSP – DE&S

Medium Armoured Tracks Team (MATT) Warrior Capability Sustainment Programme (WCSP) – R&M Analysis: Persides conducted an independent review to re-evaluate and verify current MoD reliability figures from the WCSP System Requirements Document (SRD) and develop a generic WCSP reliability model to inform potential future requirements.

• PECOC DE&S

Personal Equipment and Common Operational Clothing (PECOC) for the UK MOD Defence Clothing Integrated Project Team (DC IPT) – Persides were responsible for the development of the ILS deliverables in particular in the ILSP, Use Study and the SOW. The aim of this Use Study was to provide an overview of the PECOC programme and the current logistic management and sustainment of the existing Combat Soldier (CS) 95 system.

• FIST - Future Integrated Soldier Technology - Thales Land and Joint

Persides worked as a Future Integrated Soldier Technology (FIST) tier one partner within the Thales Prime Contract Management Office (PCMO) during the Assessment and Delivery phases of the core programme and numerous Urgent operational Requirements (UORs).  Persides was responsible for the definition and delivery of the Support Solution with a particular focus on implementation of Operational Availability-based solutions.
Persides has conducted ILS programmes, developing and delivering support solutions for a number of FIST procured equipment’s. In addition to our work within the PCMO, we have provided support to suppliers of equipment into the FIST programme including Vectronix-Wilcox, Shield and Qioptiq.

Services:
Business Winning and Proposal Generation

Persides has a proven track record of winning and delivering defence and security programmes on behalf of a range of suppliers from small businesses to large multi-national prime contractors. Our expertise in business capture, bid management and programme delivery will ensure that you set out with a winning strategy that ensures a high probability of winning tenders and subsequently delivering profitable programmes to cost, time and performance.

Whatever the stage of the acquisition lifecycle, Persides has vast experience across all domains of programme delivery. We will assist you in making your bid strong in every area, and ensure that your buyer has high confidence in your ability to meet and even exceed their expectations.

Military Systems and Software Engineering

We have gained our wide engineering experience through participation in and management of multiple hardware, software and integration programmes where our staff have been fully committed to the delivery of innovative solutions in support of our customers. Our engineering capabilities include:

• Requirements and System Architecture development
• Software code development and verification
• Systems Integration
• Verification and Validation of both Hardware and Software programmes

Supportability Engineering

Persides has an extensive depth and breadth of capability and experience which enables the successful management and execution of Supportability Programmes. Our Supportability Engineering /ILS capability includes the following disciplines:

• Contractor Logistic Support
• Availability and capability contracting solutions
• Support Solution performance based modelling and simulation
• CONDO Management
• Supportability trade-off analysis
• Technical Documentation

 Support Solution Design Service

Persides has established a structured and proven approach to the design of support service solutions. The approach minimises likely exposure to potential risks and increases the likelihood of meeting contractual service and availability requirements. The approach combines service sector good practice techniques with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). The activities within this approach are tailored to suit project specific needs and applied by Persides consultants working closely with client organisation personnel. Example activities include; Stakeholder Analysis & Management, Value Proposition, Requirements Analysis & Modelling, Behaviour & Functional Analysis, Qualitative and Quantitative modelling, Structured Solution Design and Solution Test & Acceptance.

Safety Engineering and Assurance

Persides recognises that robust safety management is a demanding responsibility and dependent upon the application of sound analytical, creative and engineering skills, based on extensive technical and domain knowledge. Understandably, there is not one safety management approach that fits all situations and customers have very specific requirements to consider. Our safety specialists are suitably qualified, experienced and dynamic engineers with an unwavering focus on attention to detail and customer needs.

Our core safety knowledge and capabilities include:

• Def Stan 00-56 and 05-123, POSMS, JSP375, 418, 430, 454, 553, 602 and 815
• Independent Safety Advice and Audit
• Hazard identification, analysis and management using CassandraTM
• Safety Case construction and Safety Case Reporting

Human Factors and Training Analysis, Design and Delivery

Our Human Factors (HF) experts specialise in the application of UK MoD and US DoD HF standards such as Def-Stan 00-250 and Mil-Std-1472G, as well as the wider HF applicable standards such as Def-Stan 23-09 for Generic Vehicle Architecture.

We have applied our Training experience to develop a range of innovative tools to enhance the analysis and design process including an analysis methodology which evaluates the fidelity requirements of task characteristics, rather than of the tasks themselves. This innovative approach supports accurate quantification of low and high fidelity training options, increasing the cost-effectiveness of the selected training solution.

We meet the challenges of Training in today’s environment by providing:

• Expertise in Training Needs Analysis and Human Factors Integration
• Highly experienced Training design specialists
• Fully qualified and experienced Training instructors

Military Operations Analysis and Modelling

For any Defence or Commercial project, it is vital that a clear understanding is developed at an early stage of how costs will arise across the full system life-cycle, covering all Defence Lines of Development (DLoD). Persides has both the expertise and experience to quantify the variability and sensitivity associated with Whole-Life Cost (WLC) and Availability drivers, to determine potential risks of taking candidate solutions forward to maturity and in-service support, and delivering these key customer requirements. Exploitation of the Witness™ toolset enables dynamic process simulation providing a highly flexible and scalable capability for business process, cost and sensitivity analyses, including:

• Service based modelling techniques
• Operational Availability vs. cost
• Training regime effectiveness and cost vs. fielding and operational sustainment requirements
• Cost of production vs. capability fielding profiles
• Optimisation of support infrastructure solutions against affordability targets

Customers

Persides provides services to customer and industry organisations in the defence, security and energy markets. Example customers include; UK MoD, DE&S, Dstl, BAE Systems, Boeing, Thales, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Kelvin Hughes, General Dynamics, Vectronix Inc, Force Protection Europe, Jankel  Armouring and Selex ELSAG.

Personnel

Persides capabilities are delivered by a complementary blend of high calibre ex-Military, academic, professionally qualified and experienced personnel who are equipped with leading edge tools and processes. Persides employees are selected and tailored for specific roles based on their technical expertise, experience and personal skills. If you are interested in a career with Persides visit our careers pages www.persides.com/careers