VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (October 14, 2015) – Hyperstealth will be providing two types of its US4CES Transitional combat camouflage to the Infanteria de Marina, Naval Infantry of Mexico. The pattern was selected after rigorous objective testing proved the US4CES Transitional camouflage was almost twice as effective as their existing digital pattern and Multicam in three separate environments. The US4CES Transitional pattern has been renamed “Marina Trans Jungle” and will be used to replace all uniforms in the Infanteria de Marina.
The US4CES Transitional pattern originated in 2010 as a result of Guy Cramer/ADS, Inc.’s bid for the U.S. Army’s “Phase IV Camouflage Improvement Effort” designed to replace the existing camouflage pattern. The US4CES Transitional pattern was made available for consideration by other militaries and government agencies in 2014.
“These test results, demonstrate the versatility of this pattern, not just in competition with other patterns, but rather as being effective in its own right. Hyperstealth patterns are in demand because they continue to prove to be very effective, employing scientific doctrine which reduced detection by an adversary. Our patterns also capitalize on the disguising joint movement, tricking the brain into not triggering the ‘threat’ whistle. The results are astounding.”
-Guy Cramer, President & CEO of Hyperstealth Biotechnology
Objective testing in three separate environments, lowland forest, lowland scrub desert and riparian forest, pitted US4CES Transitional pattern against the existing force digital woodland camouflage. Over the course of multiple trials, the final results demonstrate that the US4CES Transitional pattern is significantly more difficult to detect than the existing Mexican Marine camouflage. It took 30 percent longer to detect the US4CES pattern than it did to detect the woodland digital pattern in the same environment whereas in one environment, a large percentage of the viewers could not even detect the target. The Marina Trans Jungle pattern demonstrates a significant improvement in performance over the previously used Mexican Marine pattern with regard to detection time and probability of detection in all tested environments.
“When the Mexican government decided that the US4CES Transitional pattern was the way to go, we knew that we had the resources to outfit the entire force,” said Akos “Ike” Horvath, ADS Operational Clothing and Individual Equipment (OCIE) product & application specialist. “The ADS and HyperStealth team has already demonstrated that we can outfit and design uniforms and hardware for any force in any terrain in any country. Providing this complete camouflage solution to the Mexican government is another way we can demonstrate the type of value we provide to our customers. We deliver complete solutions that really get the job done.” The charts below represent the results of the tests conducted by the Mexican Marina.
About HyperStealth Biotechnology Corp. First established in March 1999, by Guy Cramer, HyperStealth Biotechnology Corp. develops and provides cutting- edge military camouflage based on mathematical fractals, elevating the design process to a scientific level of scientific expertise. Cramer has developed more than 12,000 patterns, all of which are under international copyright. HyperStealth has delivered digital camouflage to more than 10 countries’ militaries, various police forces and organizations including the Kingdom of Jordan, Chile, United Arab Emirates (UAE), India, 3M®, Afghanistan, W.L. Gore & Associates (Gore-Tex®), Canada, Mexico, Afghanistan Civil Police (ANCOP), and the United States. HyperStealth is referenced in the NATO Programme for Security through Science. More than 4,500,000 uniforms and 3000+ military vehicles use HyperStealth® Camouflage patterns.
About ADS ADS Inc. is a leading solutions provider that proudly serves all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state and local government organizations, law enforcement agencies, first responders, partner nations and the defense industry. The company’s Operational Clothing and Individual Equipment (OCIE) team is provide a one-stop-shop for all uniform and outfitting challenges. From boots to gloves and everything in-between, ADS’ OCIE in-house experts bring valuable experience to the team. They are committed to building a custom solution if one does not exist. Overall, ADS is focused on solving customers’ challenges through the largest product and service offerings, the broadest array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions and legendary customer service. To learn more, please visit the ADS website at www.adsinc.gurumediadev.com.
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SIX15’s HALO Rx Puts Advanced Medical Capabilities on the Front Lines
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA. (September 23, 2015):
Current combat missions in austere environments with limited resources are changing the dynamics of battlefield medicine. The special operations community is quickly revising its standing medical care practices to address more prolonged care scenarios with an emphasis on developing new methods of communicating patient status and data as well as receiving remote medical assistance. Getting expert medical advice and treatment to wounded service members as quickly and efficiently as possible has always been a challenge for the U.S. military. Come to think of it, this has been the case for just about every military on the planet. While the standard MEDEVAC and CASEVAC conventions get the job done pretty handily, they are not as efficient as they could be due to information gaps and the lack of on-the-scene medical expertise. These are two of primary issues the HALO Rx. system, developed primarily by SIX15 Technologies, in partnership with ADS, Inc. hopes to address.
HALO Rx is a helmet-mounted monocle or eyeglasses with built-in heads-mounted-display (HMD) that highlights active patient data in the field of view. Patient vitals are collected by vital sign pucks and transmitted from forward-deployed medical stations via vital signs pucks to a Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) certified cloud. The HIPAA cloud can be accessed by an advanced medical provider at an off-site, fixed medical facility. Additionally, the system’s open architecture allows for any information gathered by medical devices with output capability to be collected in the field and transmitted back to the fixed facility. The HALO Rx is like having an on-scene medical expert, even in the most remote and challenging environments. On-scene medical personnel facilitate the interaction between off-site advanced medical providers and the patient. Live video, voice and patient data are captured from the point of injury or within an evacuation vehicle. This data is encrypted and transmitted over any network to the HIPAA cloud provided by Adhere2Care (A2C). This real-time consultation enables continuous medical treatment and reduces gaps in information and triage as a patient is administered care. Advanced providers can guide and direct medical treatment as required.
“We don’t have enough doctors to cover all the battlefields. Their advice is absolutely needed,” said Brad Stewart, ADS Medical Team Business Development Manager. “That’s the beauty of HALO. Anyone can use it, medical professional or not. It is designed to deliver real-time advanced medicine experts’ advice at the point-of-injury through point-of-view telemedicine. You become the eyes, ears and hands of the doctor.
Another benefit of having access to expert medical advice down-range is determining the appropriate response to medical issues. In the past, forward-deployed medical facilities would err on the side of caution when deciding whether or not to MEDEVAC a patient. The HALO Rx consultations with medical experts help on-site medical professionals determine the right treatment or level of care rather than defaulting to a MEDEVAC. This keeps the movement of personnel in and out of hostile areas to a minimum. It also supports the notion of prolonged field care (PFC) as opposed to the overuse of limited resources for unnecessary patient evacuations.
PFC is the result of longer times on station due, more specifically, to those operating in Africa, where even an emergency CASEVAC can take 36 to 72 hours to move from one echelon of care to the next. PFC is becoming a standard of care for SOCOM teams where CASEVAC and MEDEVAC missions are no longer a viable option. Telemedicine has become the key component to PFC. Currently there are courses of instruction that the U.S. State Department and various SOCOM units are developing through groups such as JTM Training Group in Las Vegas.
“The Halo Rx is a game-changer in the wearables and telemedicine revolution,” said Jim Donnelly, vice president of business development at SIX 15 Technologies. “As the adoption for devices like the Halo Rx continues to grow, we will see the walls of interoperability start to come down, investments grow and more partnerships start to form. We have the opportunity and honor to design innovative devices and technology that exponentially improve the care available to military personnel in remote areas and beyond. It’s no small task, but we are off to a promising start.”
About SIX15 SIX15 Technologies is the world leader in researching, developing and manufacturing wearable optical displays. SIX15 Technologies develop both off-the-shelf and customer smart glass solutions for Fortune 500 companies and government and defense agencies. We specialize in high-resolution, head-mounted displays (HMD) and optoelectronic module (OEM) manufacturing. Located in Henrietta, N.Y., our 9,000 square foot productions facility manufactures OEM components for thermal images, industrial display systems, R&D projects and customer computing and display solutions. SIX15 Technologies is at the forefront of wearable solutions for the defense industry, public safety, security, medical and first responder markets globally with about 250,000 wearable optical modules delivered and integrated into OEM’s systems.
About ADS ADS Inc. is a leading solutions provider that proudly serves all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state and local government organizations, law enforcement agencies, first responders, partner nations and the defense industry. The company’s medical team is comprised of multiple subject matter experts with backgrounds and experience in military medicine. Their specialties include, but are certainly not limited to, combat medicine, custom medical kitting solutions, domestic preparedness, emergency medical services, evacuation & rescue, battalion aid stations and medical treatment solutions. Overall, ADS is focused on solving customers’ challenges through the largest product and service offerings, the broadest array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions and legendary customer service. To learn more, please visit the ADS website at www.adsinc.gurumediadev.com.
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ADS, Inc. Enters into Definitive Agreement with Theodor Wille Intertrade
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (September 16, 2015) – ADS, Inc., a leading provider of value-added logistics and supply chain solutions, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with the shareholders of Theodor Wille Intertrade (TWI) to acquire all of the outstanding shares of TWI. TWI, headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, with operating subsidiaries in Germany and the United Arab Emirates, is a global provider of integrated supply chain solutions to customers primarily operating in the United States European Command (EUCOM) and the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) regions.
TWI delivers construction materials, equipment, hardware, food and food services as well as provides logistics and transportation management services to the U.S. military and other large government contractors.
“Acquiring TWI immediately combines the global capabilities of ADS with the deep local market expertise of TWI in Europe, the Middle East and Central and Southwest Asia,” said Karan Rai, ADS president and CFO. “TWI’s existing business and pipeline is highly complementary to our portfolio of contract vehicles and provides sound cost and revenue synergy opportunities. This acquisition will also allow us to accelerate growth in an efficient and disciplined manner.”
ADS and TWI are two of only 15 companies recognized as a Gold-Tier supplier for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) as part of the Department of Defense’s Superior Supplier Incentive Program or SSIP. The program is designed to identify the highest performing suppliers measured in areas such as cost, schedule, performance, quality and business relations.
The Gold-Tier distinction is the highest bracket awarded to a company. To be eligible, companies must have significant DLA contracts, a proven track record of performance and an established rating with the federal Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS). More than 150 suppliers were considered for these awards, with only the top 40 selected as DLA’s Gold-Tier suppliers.
“This recognition from DLA, confirms that both ADS and TWI are committed to providing the highest level of customer service,” said Jason Wallace, ADS CEO. “It will be a good fit when we are able to combine our efforts.”
The transaction will close, following satisfaction of certain conditions and approvals, which is currently projected to occur in the fourth quarter of 2015.
About TWI TWI provides innovative, integrated and trusted solutions that make challenging global supply chains work. The company leverages the latest technology and methodologies to develop smarter, more efficient and transparent international supply chain management, supply chain analytics and procurement outsourcing solutions. Putting their corporate and individual experience along with their unparalleled knowledge base to work for clients in a wide range of challenging markets is at the core of their business. To learn more, please visit the TWI website at www.twipv.com.
About ADS, Inc. ADS Inc. is a leading solutions provider that proudly serves all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state and local government organizations, law enforcement agencies, first responders, partner nations and the defense industry. The company is focused on solving customers’ challenges through the largest product and service offerings, the broadest array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions and legendary customer service.
ADS’ Leveraging Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) Technology to Enhance Legacy Military Systems’ Technology, Performance, Reliability and Maintainability
Parts obsolescence negatively impacts many warfighter programs and capabilities. Defining the issue is not as easy as simply saying that a part is not made anymore. Parts obsolescence also includes components that are incapable of supporting newer, more technologically advanced platforms and equipment. For the military, the issue of obsolescence is a challenging one because the critical systems that the obsolete components support cannot simply be abandoned. When the overall system outlives the function or relevancy of its embedded components, the system is considered obsolete. In a nutshell, components are considered obsolete if they are no longer produced or they don’t “speak” to the newer parts.
WEIGHING THE OPTIONS Obsolescence management solutions are risky. On one hand, the issue could be addressed by constantly developing new products or re-configuring and re-working internal components to accommodate their rapidly changing life cycle. However, developmental timeline setbacks are unpredictable, costly and require continuous management and oversight. In the end, the result might not be worth the long-term investment. One work-around for components that cannot be economically produced is a systematic cannibalization of older systems. Yet another option for Department of Defense (DOD) programs is to stockpile equipment as part of a “last-time buy” initiative. However, this is not only unnecessarily costly, it squanders the opportunity to improve capabilities as platforms age.
BRIDGING THE GAP To address this issue, the DOD is working toward a sustainment strategy for the capabilities these aging components provide that would bridge the gap between legacy and objective force infrastructures. Finding a long-term solution is particularly challenging, considering the dynamic trends in the consumer-driven marketplace and rapid technological advances. It is punctuated by the fact that the DOD’s supply chain of original equipment manufacturers (OEM) is focused on responding to unprecedented demand in a consumer-driven market rather than re-treading old-parts reproduction with the military. Companies are constantly answering consumers’ demand for the “latest and greatest” while at the same time discarding older, less-capable products still largely being utilized by the military. These newer product offerings exceed the compatibility parameters of legacy military systems.
With current DOD budget cuts hampering the production and development of newer systems, legacy systems are required to not only support the mission for which they were designed, but also accommodate newer evolving roles in the modern battle-space. Despite their maturity, these systems still maintain their significance in spite of the limitations of their embedded components. In short, the military is being asked to do more, both in size and scope, with outdated components and limited capabilities.
In response to the demand on aging military systems, ADS recently partnered with Harris Communications, FLIR, Synexxus and Granite Tactical to develop a concept, tactical vehicle that would address many of the obsolescence challenges faced by the military’s aging tactical fleet vehicle systems. The prototype demonstrated the flexibility of integrating newer components into older systems in order to maintain and increase existing capabilities. Using the military’s HMMWV as the base system, the prototype was affordably upgraded to a fully-capable and relevant armored tactical vehicle with COTS C4ISR technology that was available through government-wide acquisition contracts. These components were then completely integrated into rugged and modern crew stations. Improvements to the HMMVW ranged from an up-armored crew capsule with 360 degree ballistic blast/ballistic protection and cameras with motorized, protective lids to a high-performance, multi-sensor thermal imaging system and modular, open hardware and software interfaces, just to name a few.
TO BUILD OR NOT TO BUILD In a perfect world, critical embedded components would outlast the overall system. This is especially true when considering military systems as end-of-life schedules continue to be pushed to the right. Once internal components begin to fail, there is obviously a need for an “apples-to-apples” replacement, usually with little-to-no intent of an upgrade. It is at this point program managers are looking for a solution when presented with the issue of finding a part that is no longer being manufactured.
While the obvious solution may seem as simple as coaxing OEM’s to reproduce the original components, it comes at a cost. OEM’s are reluctant to produce outdated components that have been shelved for an indefinite period. Additionally, components that adhere to stringent and specific military specifications and requirements can be costly. One solution is to utilize companies like Crestwood Technology Group (CTG) to contribute to obsolescence management by using information provided by OEMs to affordably reproduce original components or modify existing commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) equipment.
Currently, ADS is working with its partner, CTG, to develop a solution for the Forward Observer/Forward Air Controller (FOFAC) kit, which replaces obsolete components in U.S. Marine Corps M1A1 Abrams tanks with new COTS systems. This kit seamlessly integrates existing M1A1 communications systems into modern C4ISR networks using “plug and play” architecture. The system integrates multiple components into the original equipment form factor, maximizing available space and heat dissipation within the vehicle, while minimizing power consumption.
LOOKING DOWN RANGE Given the current financial landscape, COTS components are the most efficient solution. It is important to note that obsolescence management goes beyond reproducing specific obsolete components. The full spectrum of issues should be addressed through analysis of obsolete items in order to research and locate similar COTS solutions for form, fit, function and “ruggedization.” This critical step is necessary in order to identify potential replacements, prevent counterfeits and prepare any engineering changes or waivers that may be required to adopt substituted items. Long-term considerations should be taken seriously when determining the potential for equipment redesign or reverse engineering that would eventually remove obsolete items at various system levels. This solution would ultimately enhance system performance and improve reliability and maintainability.
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About ADS ADS Inc. is a leading solutions provider that proudly serves all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state and local government organizations, law enforcement agencies, first responders, partner nations and the defense industry Overall, ADS is focused on solving customers’ challenges through the largest product and service offerings, the broadest array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions and legendary customer service. To learn more, please visit the ADS website at www.adsinc.gurumediadev.com
Wing Inflatables’ Welding Techniques Keep the Fleet On Their Feet
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (September 9, 2015) — Today’s Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) must perform in some pretty rough environments. When considering warfighters’ missions, those requirements run the gamut from daily patrols to special operations in austere conditions. These were some of the primary issues that the team at Wing Inflatables were looking to address when they developed their Combat Rubber Raiding Crafts (CRRCs).
Wing Inflatables has been making boat sponsons for more than thirty years. Currently, the company provides sponsons for approximately 90 percent of the U.S. military’s Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIB). It was only recently, the Department of Defense (DOD) approached Wing about producing CRRCs that would replace legacy inflatable boat systems with a high-performance, Berry Amendment-compliant, Made in America solution, using the same materials as Wing sponsons. The Wing team jumped at the opportunity and the result was their P-Series (P4.2,P4.7,P5.3,P5.8) CRRCs.
Wing’s reputation for excellent construction and cutting edge technology is apparent when considering the trademark method that sets their products apart from their competition. The standout feature of a Wing RIB is its durability. While legacy craft primarily use glue in the construction of their boats, the team at Wing Inflatables thermo-welds all air-holding seams on all their craft.
“Glue fails,” stated Jennifer Maxfield, vice president of international business development at Wing Inflatables. “Think about if our boats are being used in places with blazing heat like Afghanistan. They are delivered onto a blistering tarmac, then unloaded and inflated, over and over again. In time, the glued seams will fail. Our welding process helps mitigate the effects of heat and that constant contracting and expanding. It makes the craft more durable.”
When considering replacements to the U.S. Air Force Guardian Angel program, Wing Inflatables’ P4.7 CRRC went toe-to-toe with the competition over the course of a robust two-year evaluation period to determine the best platform. The Wing P-4.7 was recommended as the “craft of choice.” Due to a partnership on these efforts, ADS, Inc. was awarded a contract to deliver the cost effective Wing solution to U.S. Air Force Rescue Squadrons across the world.
“The entire program would not be possible without everybody’s input. From the Wing to ADS and the U.S. Air Force, it was definitely a team effort. It really goes beyond each group’s role within the program, even after an award is made because at the end of the day, we are all stakeholders. The success of this endeavor is a result of great partnerships. I’m proud to be a part of this solution.”
– Parker Jarvis, ADS Business Development Manager
Wing Inflatables and ADS have partnered to support the U.S. Army’s Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command Life Cycle Management Center (TACOM LCMC) to develop and supply a family of cost-effective inflatable boats and outboard motors (FoBaM) capable of fulfilling Army mission requirements. When implemented, this solution will develop into an efficient acquisition process to provide short- and long-term sustainment.
While Wing primarily serves DOD customers, it also serves Department of Homeland Security (U.S. Coast Guard, Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers and Border Patrol), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), State and Local Municipalities, Urban Search and Rescue (FEMA) and U.S. Foreign Allies .
“ADS, as a partner for Wing Inflatables, has been huge. The force of personnel they bring to the table, especially with their integration into the U.S. Military forces has been a tremendous help for us. Many of the individuals we currently work with at ADS were former operators of CRRCs. That’s great because they can validate the difference of our craft verses a legacy craft.” – Jennifer Maxfield, Vice President, International New Business Development
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ABOUT Wing Inflatables
Wing Inflatables manufactures the world’s best sponsons, using the strongest materials and the most advanced technology. For more than 30 years, Wing’s first-in-the-field innovative use of polyurethane and pioneering new technology have led to the development of lighter, longer-lasting, better-looking sponsons and now CRRC’s that out-perform the competition. All Wing’s products are essentially hand-built, one at a time, in their northern California factory. Armed with the most advanced materials and their custom built, proprietary software, Wing’s engineering and production teams have been setting new standards in fit, performance and durability. Wing proudly offers the world’s most advanced sponson and RIB construction, made right here in the USA. It is the cornerstone of their business. For more information on Wing Inflatables, visit Wing’s website at www.wing.com
ABOUT ADS
ADS Inc. is a leading solutions provider that proudly serves all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state and local government organizations, law enforcement agencies, first responders, partner nations and the defense industry. The company’s medical team is comprised of multiple subject matter experts with backgrounds and experience in military medicine. Their specialties include, but are certainly not limited to, combat medicine, custom medical kitting solutions, domestic preparedness, emergency medical services, evacuation & rescue, battalion aid stations and medical treatment solutions. Overall, ADS is focused on solving customers’ challenges through the largest product and service offerings, the broadest array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions and legendary customer service. To learn more, please visit the ADS website at www.adsinc.gurumediadev.com.
ADS Inc. to use wearable units to display video feeds from drones by operators
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (September 3, 2015) — Six15 Technologies received orders for wearable displays, valued at $1.1 million. The company is working with Virginia Beach, Va. based contractor ADS Inc, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD). The contract was awarded through the Defense Logistics Agency’s (DLA) Tailored Logistics Support (TLS) program. These displays will be used with tactical ISR receivers to provide UAV video information on the battlefield. Six15 Technologies is the world leader in researching, developing and manufacturing wearable optical displays. Six15 Technologies develops both off-the-shelf and custom smart glass solutions for Fortune 500 companies and government and defense agencies.
“Their technical capabilities and level of customer service, coupled with their unique ability to rapidly adapt, enhances ADS’ ability to offer the very best solution to the warfighter.” Said Justin Boyle, C4ISR senior business development manager at ADS.
When it comes to addressing issues in the wearable display space, Jim Donnelly, Six15’s Vice President of Business Development added, “Advancing our technology and integrating video feeds from UAV’s is helping us create incredibly powerful and applicable options for almost every market. Working with partners like ADS is helping us increase our speed to market of new and superior wearable technology.”
“Innovative, forward thinking businesses like SIX-15 Technologies, are valuable partners and a critical component to our success in the DOD arena”
– Justin Boyle, C4ISR Senior Business Development Manager, ADS
MEDIA & BUSINESS INQUIRES: Jim Donnelly www.six-15.com jdonnelly@six-15.com
About Six15 Technologies Six15 Technologies is the world leader in researching, developing and manufacturing wearable optical displays. Six15 Technologies develop both off-the-shelf and custom smart glass solutions for Fortune 500 companies and government and defense agencies. We specialize in high-resolution, head-mounted displays (HMD) and optoelectronic module(OEM) manufacturing. Located in Henrietta, N.Y. our 9,000 square foot production facility manufactures OEM components for thermal imagers, industrial display systems, R&D projects and custom computing and display solutions. Six15 Technologies is at the forefront of wearable solutions for the defense industry, public safety, security, medical and first responder markets globally with about 250,000 wearable optical modules delivered and integrated into OEM’s systems.
ABOUT ADS ADS Inc. is a leading solutions provider that proudly serves all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state and local government organizations, law enforcement agencies, first responders, partner nations and the defense industry. The company’s medical team is comprised of multiple subject matter experts with backgrounds and experience in military medicine. Their specialties include, but are certainly not limited to, combat medicine, custom medical kitting solutions, domestic preparedness, emergency medical services, evacuation & rescue, battalion aid stations and medical treatment solutions. Overall, ADS is focused on solving customers’ challenges through the largest product and service offerings, the broadest array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions and legendary customer service. To learn more, please visit the ADS website at www.adsinc.gurumediadev.com
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Department of Defense (DOD) Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) warfare capabilities exist to locate, identify, render safe and transport unexploded chemical ordinance to specified locations. Across all branches of service, EOD technicians embrace the same basic evolution of “Leak, Seal and Pack.”
To address this mission requirement, commands would each develop their own Initial Entry Team (IET) kit,, usually an expensive and cumbersome task with numerous variances from their other service counterparts. In short, the equipment used to accomplish the “leak, seal and pack” evolution was disjointed and varied from service to service. This somewhat hindered community effectiveness due interoperability issues. The question was, how to leverage EOD technician expertise, across services, in an attempt to mitigate variances in equipment and increase effectiveness. That’s when ADS got the phone call from United Tactical Supply (UTS) on behalf of the U.S. Navy EOD community. Recognizing that the issue was one of interoperability, standardization and effectiveness at a reasonable price, the partnership was designed to develop an adaptable kit, keeping the different requirements of the end-users in mind.
Recognizing that the issue was one of interoperability, standardization and effectiveness at a reasonable price, we here at ADS partnered with United Tactical Supply (UTS) to develop an adaptable kit, keeping the different requirements of the end-users in mind.
Feedback, knowledge, and real-world experiences from all U.S. EOD communities are at the core of the development of the Specialized Chemical Ordnance Transport System (SCOTS). Over the course of a year, we worked to identify EOD technician requirements, using them as a blueprint to develop a kit that addressed their concerns by using the latest products and technology in the industry. We filled the capability gaps, not just for the U.S. Navy’s EOD community, but also for all branches of the military. This kit is truly built by the EOD community, for the EOD community. Until the creation of the SCOTS kit, no standardized kit, with service-wide applicability, had existed.
“We at ADS, teamed up with UTS and the EOD end-use customers to develop a kit that could be used by every branch of service. Whereas before, EOD teams had their own kits, the SCOTS kit filled the interoperability void perfectly.” – Brad Riddick, Special Missions Business Development Manager
Each component has been carefully considered and evaluated, not only by EOD community expert technicians, but also by ADS and UTS experts. Some components include, activated carbon cloth technology, combined with a fully validated individual decontamination system. This technology not only aids sealing and containment of chemical rounds, it also allows for swift decontamination. The entire system is contained in a portable transport case, and can be tailored for multiple chemical round scenarios.
“We have fielded it [SCOTS] and, to date, everyone we fielded it to has given exceptionally positive feedback on it,” said Riddick. “It’s applicable, cost-effective and suitable to the task at hand. It’s a win for everybody.”
The SCOTS is a combination of manufactured nylon components, vetted decontamination media and activated carbon cloth, in conjunction with procedures directly out of the EOD publications, that make this a total solution for the decontamination, sealing, containment and transport of chemical ordnance.
ABOUT United Tactical Supply United Tactical Supply (UTS) is a well-established leader in the decontamination market, with a proven success in meeting the needs of consumers from government, military, law enforcement, civilian and corporate establishments. Our team of experts is available for consultation with military, law enforcement and private industries in the field of decontamination of chemical, biological and radiological waste. We work with clients to develop a range of products and services to meet a unique and specific requirement. UTS also provides this same military-spec equipment directly to the civilian world. We pride ourselves on the freedom provided us by the brave men and women of this great nation’s past, present and future. We will strive to continue to protect our community by supplying quality, proven products to the marketplace. Our products are American Made – ALWAYS. UTS is in complete compliance with the Berry Amendment (USC Title 10, Section 2533a)
ABOUT Integrated Textile Solutions As a contract manufacturer, Integrated Textile Solutions, Inc. has the experience and capabilities to provide all types of business manufacturing solutions. Formerly known as “Maid Bess Corp.,” ITS is now a woman-owned small business providing a diversified portfolio of services. Maid Bess Corp. was purchased by Joanne Thornhill (CEO) in 2002 and transformed from a traditional apparel manufacturing company into a contract manufacturer of industrial and military textile products.
ABOUT ADS “ADS is essentially the “equals” sign in the equation between the products that the vendors have to bring to market and the requirements that the customers have that are as of yet unfilled. We equalize it out and bring one to the other and make it to where everything balances out.” –Brad Riddick, ADS Special Missions Business Development Manager
ADS Inc. is a leading solutions provider that proudly serves all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state and local government organizations, law enforcement agencies, first responders, partner nations and the defense industry. The company’s medical team is comprised of multiple subject matter experts with backgrounds and experience in military medicine. Their specialties include, but are certainly not limited to, combat medicine, custom medical kitting solutions, domestic preparedness, emergency medical services, evacuation & rescue, battalion aid stations and medical treatment solutions. Overall, ADS is focused on solving customers’ challenges through the largest product and service offerings, the broadest array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions and legendary customer service. To learn more, please visit the ADS website at www.adsinc.gurumediadev.com.
Pop quiz: Would you rather call 40-plus vendors to determine the interoperability of their products in order to build a field medical facility, or would you prefer to make one phone call for one item to address every requirement on your list? Chances are, you are going to choose the second option. That’s exactly the type of challenge we at ADS, Inc. love to tackle for our customers.
For the last three years, ADS’s medical team has been working with HDT and a variety of our medical partners to develop a complete, turnkey remote medical facility solution. This solution can be procured as a single part number, customized to meet specific mission requirements and can be delivered to any destination in the world, kitted and ready to go.
Because of our strong ties with our manufacturing and service partners, we were able to develop a fully-integrated solution…every component represented in this kit works seamlessly with each other. By developing the field hospital solution from the ground up with our partners, we were able to provide our customer with the capabilities they required, when and where they needed it, without the massive time and resource investment that would have been needed on their end had they tried to develop it on their own.
This challenge originally stemmed from the State Department, via the Africa Contingency Operations Training & Assistance (ACOTA) program as a requirement to supply a United Nations (UN) approved Level II hospital to Togo to support Mali, a designated area of conflict. Once the requirements were defined, we worked with more than 45 manufacturers and service providers to address the stringent UN requirements, including everything from power sources, support systems and on-site training. The resulting solution is a UN-approved, standardized mobile hospital unit that can be transported anywhere in the world via 6-20ft shipping containers.
This mobile, deployable hospital system truly is all-inclusive. It provides just about everything you would expect to find in a traditional hospital, aside from consumables, including power generation and water support, in addition to the surgical, life support, hospital and dental capabilities as outlined by the UN.
As a humanitarian asset, the facility’s capacity, outlined by the UN, is to perform three to four surgical operations per day, while at the same time providing hospitalization for 10-20 sick or wounded for up to seven days. At least 40 outpatients can be seen and 5-10 dental consultations can be given every day. The facility is also designed to accommodate medical supplies, fluids and consumables for 60 days.
That’s no small order, but our initial solution was so effective, we are currently working on the second iteration of the system. Like the original request, future requests can be ordered through the U.S. State Department for distribution through the UN and ACOTA to a designated conflict area. ADS also has access to a variety of other simple, efficient contract options that can facilitate the procurement of these field medical hospitals for DOD or Federal Agencies.
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ABOUT ADS’ MEDICAL TEAM Our medical team is comprised of subject matter experts with military or law enforcement backgrounds and experience in medical response missions in non-traditional environments. Together, with our team of procurement experts, we can help you address your medical challenges. Our specialties include, but are certainly not limited to, combat medicine, custom medical kitting solutions, domestic preparedness, emergency medical services, evacuation & rescue, battalion aid stations and medical treatment solutions.
ABOUT ADS We are a leading solutions provider that proudly serves all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state and local government organizations, law enforcement agencies, first responders, partner nations and the defense industry. ADS is focused on solving its customers’ challenges with industry-leading product and service offerings, a broad array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions and legendary customer service.
How One Savvy Woman Turned Her Manufacturing Business on its Head
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (August 18, 2015) – When your family has been in the business of making field hospital beds for more than 60 years with designs that are still in use today, what do you do for an encore? You make an even better bed that adheres to the same standards of quality for which that the corporation has become known. That’s exactly what Christine Brenner did, and her attention to detail and dedication to her customers shine through in every aspect of her corporation’s products.
In 2011, Christine came into the family business spotlight as the owner and CEO after the passing of her husband Sidney Brenner. Ever since she took the reins of the 60-plus year-old company, she has continued to uphold Brenner Metal Products Corp’s reputation for quality while refining and redefining the corporation’s offerings and products to better suit customers’ requirements. But as Brenner will tell you, it has not been smooth sailing and she has done her fair share of kicking and screaming to get the corporation where it is today.
While the corporation makes more than adjustable field hospital beds, this product has certainly become the feature item as a testament to the exacting attention to detail and specifications that brought mainstream production of the bed back to Brenner. Brenner Metal Products Corp. was the original manufacturer for the Department of Defense (DOD) beds in the 1960s. While their original design has definitely stood the test of time, new requirements prompted U.S. Army Medical Material Agency (USAMMA) leaders to revamp the original design.
“I built it for the end-user. If anybody truly deserves the very best, our wounded warriors do.” – Christine Brenner, Owner and CEO of Brenner Metal Products Corp.
The request for a new design came out in 2012, during Christine’s transition to the president and CEO seat. The bid went unanswered and USAMMA officials, unable to find a design that met their specifications, settled on an unmodified bed. The contract went into limbo.
It wasn’t until 2013, after dwindling DOD requests and a noticeable shift in the way government agencies made purchases, Brenner began asking questions about new procurement methods before finally being directed to a “DOD Vendor Day.” It was there, she met USAMMA officials who informed her of the previous request in 2012 and the existing necessity for a modified bed that could meet all specifications. As Brenner stated, “I needed to find a place where I could fit back in. It felt good to finally find an audience because it gave me an opportunity to make Brenner Metal the corporation it needed to be. This was my time to define the business.”
Brenner asked for a shot at the contract and was given consideration for the bid based on the corporation’s past performance and a long-standing tradition of excellence with regard to the existing field hospital bed design. There was no doubt in her mind that her team could match the desired specifications, stating that this redesign was more than just a “square-filler” project but rather would be the result of thoughtful design. This was her opportunity to prove that Brenner Metal Products Corp. could once again deliver the types of products that would hit every mark and stand the test of time.
“When we received the request, my team and I were determined to give them [USAMMA] exactly what they were looking for,” said Brenner. “I can do it. I gave myself three months to give them everything they wanted. In the end, it was exactly what they needed. I went beyond what they had asked for and they didn’t change a thing.”
The team at Brenner was shooting for perfection, but that can only be achieved by asking copious questions, lots of trial and error and unwavering attention to detail, all the way down to what type of clip to use when securing the bed for transport and the length of the bedrails. There was obviously a deliberate hand in the creation of this product. Laughing, Brenner states that she will never be finished perfecting this bed. It’s the thing that keeps her up at night and she wouldn’t have it any other way.
“I was only given very general specs so I had to put this together in my own mind and think what would be best,” said Brenner. “But I knew, this would be the thing that redefined who we are as a company. After lots and lots queries and research, we made the bed what we thought it should be. I built it for the end-user. If anybody truly deserves the very best, our wounded warriors do.”
The field hospital folding bed is constructed of aluminum alloy and weighs only 70 lbs. It was modified for use by field medical personnel at fixed medical installations. Now, the bed consists of an outer frame with attached folding hinged legs and pad-type feet, modified to interchange with caster wheels at either end. The head can be raised to 65 degrees in order to support sitting or lowered for the Trendelenberg position, where the head is lowered and the feet are elevated. Accessories include a swivel tray, detachable side rails, adjustable feet pads, castor wheels, mattress pad, mesh under mount shelf and personal effects bag. The bed, along with all components easily fits into a nylon bag with Velcro buckles for easy transport, all proudly made in Wallington, N.J.
Improvements from the currently in-use field hospital bed are the adjustable side rails, a three-inch mattress pad for extended patient care, adjustable leg positions at one-inch increments, interchangeable six-inch castor wheels and a dual purpose swivel arm mayo tray, to name a few.
While this bed will undoubtedly see plenty of action in remote field hospitals around the world, its most noteworthy venue will be as one of the components of UN Level II hospitals currently being sourced by the U.S. State Department, through ADS, Inc. The latest request for these facilities was provided to Togo for support in Mali. The connection came as part of ADS’ kitted solution that provides fully DOD and FDA qualified UN Level II medical centers for use in designated areas of conflict. More than 45 partners joined with ADS, Inc., the Virginia Beach-based solutions provider and force multiplier to develop a one-stop medical solution for the U.S. State Department. The entire facility can be transported anywhere in the world via six, 20-foot shipping containers. Brenner’s portable, folding field hospital bed is an important part of that solution.
What’s the next step for Brenner’s team? After partnering with ADS, she began fielding orders from U.S. Marine Corps medical teams, as well as continuing to fulfill orders for adjustable field hospital beds to USAMMA and the DOD. Brenner views the ADS partnership as the game-changer when it comes to taking her business to the next level. “I’m really excited to work with ADS because our partnership put my product out there at different level. I have domestic and international exposure now. It’s really going to take me to the next level.”
Brenner also plans on revisiting and reengineering other medical field equipment, breathing new life into the tried and true designs of the business. Her take on this, “I am excited for the opportunity to modify and create products that will satisfy my customers and brand Brenner Metal Products as a leader in supplying medical field equipment for the next generation.”
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Ellen Bock Corporate Communication Specialist (757) 416-7566 ebock@adsinc.gurumediadev.com
ABOUT BRENNER METAL PRODUCTS CORPORATION Brenner Metal Products Corporation is a small, woman-owned, family business, headquartered in Wallington, N.J. We are proud manufacturers of medical and dental equipment and supplies for the U.S. DOD and Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). ABOUT ADS ADS Inc. is a leading solutions provider that proudly serves all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state and local government organizations, law enforcement agencies, first responders, partner nations and the defense industry. The company’s medical team is comprised of multiple subject matter experts with backgrounds and experience in military medicine. Their specialties include, but are certainly not limited to, combat medicine, custom medical kitting solutions, domestic preparedness, emergency medical services, evacuation & rescue, battalion aid stations and medical treatment solutions. Overall, ADS is focused on solving customers’ challenges through the largest product and service offerings, the broadest array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions and legendary customer service. To learn more, please visit the ADS website at www.adsinc.gurumediadev.com.