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

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

Defence Contracts Online

Through a 16-year partnership with the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) as official publishers of their contract information, BiP provides a range of defence-specific products and services to assist private sector businesses to successfully compete in the defence marketplace.

MOD Defence Contract Information Services

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

Savox Communications is focused on providing professional radio accessories and communications equipment that improves the performance of individuals working in highly demanding environments around the globe.

Savox Communications has a unique combination of in-house design, engineering and manufacturing resources which in addition to its own range of branded products, it applies to making radio accessory products for many of the leading Radio and Personal Protection Equipment manufacturers in the world.
Serving the Police, Security, Fire, Search, Rescue, Defence, Maritime and Industrial sectors, Savox caters for the needs of the total spectrum of professional radio user.
With offices in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Finland, Luxembourg, USA, and a network of experienced distributors, Savox provides global support to you and your customers, wherever you are.

Military Intercoms
The Savox ‘ImP’ IP based Mobile Platform Intercom

‘ImP’ from Savox is the next generation military platform intercom system offering a lightweight IP based digital intercom solution where the man is the communication interface. ImP's unique features include the Personal Communications Unit (PCU) user interface. This is a lightweight and ergonomic voice prompted unit providing control of intercom functions and instant access to 2 tactical radios.

FEATURES

• Simple and Intuitive to use
• Easily scalable for multi user/radio configurations
• Full duplex wireless extension option
• High speed data transfer option
• Compatible with a variety of headset options including ANR
• Easy to install and maintain

Military Radio Controllers

The URIC Universal Radio Controller

With voice guided menu controls, respirator voice projection mode and an interface to smart mobile phones, The Universal Radio Interface Controller (URIC)  from Savox is a tactical speaker microphone which allows multi radio & intercom connectivity. Fitted with a variety of radio controls and in ear headset connectivity (HC150-300). The C-C633 is a very versatile tactical speaker microphone with an optional wireless controller capability.

FEATURES

• Up to 2 radio and intercom connectivity
• Supports dual net radio connectivity and a further tactical radio inputs
• Can be operated with SAVOX headsets, including in ear headsets
• Built in 'SICR' - system (SAVOX Intelligent Cable Recognition System)
  which automatically configures radio and headset input/outputs
• Integrated digital processor with software upgradable capability
• Rugged and reliable operation
• URIC to URIC connection providing local intercom capability
• Connection to mobile phones

Military Noise Protection Headsets

The Savox HP150 EarPAC In Ear Headset with Noise Protection and Boom Microphone

An in ear hearing protection headset with small boom microphone for improved radio speech intelligibility, impulse (gun fire) hearing protection and ambient peripheral awareness. Ideal for tactical firearms use and users operating around medium noise vehicles.

FEATURES

• Slim line boom with noise cancelling boom Mic
• Dual radio speakers for binaural radio inputs
• Foam and custom moulded eartips options
• Dual peripheral awareness microphones and speakers
• Kelvar lined cable for added strength and durability
• Compatible with most military tactical radios

The Savox HP300 EarPAC in Ear Headset with Noise Protection

An in ear hearing protection headset with impulse (gun fire) hearing protection, fitted with an in ear radio microphone to maintain peripheral awareness. Ideal for tactical firearms use.

FEATURES

• In ear radio microphone for radio speech
• Dual radio speakers for binaural radio inputs
• Dual peripheral awareness microphones and speakers
• Kelvar lined cable for added strength and durability
• Compatible with most military tactical radios

Military Tactical Headsets
The Savox HP200 Assault Communication Headset

A headset with hearing protection, peripheral awareness and ambient talk through. Designed for harsh environments including driving rain and also available in a fully waterproof variant.

FEATURES

• Provides optimum protection with high amplification electronic talk through
• Can be worn with most ballistic helmets
• Both earmuffs are shaped to suit both right-handed and left-handed shooters
• Boom Mic versions available, which can be fitted on left or right earcup
• Two separate, well-shielded microphones for optimum stereo effect and spatial awareness
• High amplification and natural sound reproduction without "chopping"
• Aux input for connecting external audio sources
• Watertight battery compartment

The Savox HC700D Dual Sided Headset with Boom Microphone

A general purpose lightweight dual sided tactical headset with boom microphone.

FEATURES

• Dual earphones
• Flexible boom microphone
• User replaceable ear cushions
• Rugged and reliable

The Savox HC700 Single Sided Lightweight Tactical Headset

A general purpose lightweight single sided tactical headset with boom microphone.

FEATURES

• Single earphone
• Flexible boom microphone
• User replaceable ear cushions
• Rugged and reliable
• Can be fitted to SAVOX PTT's

Military CBRNe Communications Equipment

Suitable for Crowd control ,  HazMat, Decontamination, Military, Police and Medical teams - Savox has a range of ‘in suit’ and mask communication accessory solutions to ensure the safety of your people and the success of your  operation.

Savox manufacture a variety of rugged voice communication accessories that can be worn in conjunction with respiratorsand encapsulated suits. These include, remote speaker mic,  throat microphones and bone microphones , lightweight headsets and voice amplifiers to name but a few.   Savox communication accessories are rugged and designed to operate in extreme situations  while providing clear communication that saves time and could save lives.

The Benefits    

• Provide clear communication when used under masks and respirators
• Ergonomic design
• Rugged design for use in the most demanding environments
• Modular ‘Plug and Play’ design
• IP rated and Mil Spec products  are available
• Intrisically safe versions available
• Savox accessories work with all the leading  radios used by the emergency services