Tag: Avon Protection Systems

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Helmet Maker Team Wendy Acquired by Avon Rubber

The company says that the combination of Avon Protection and Team Wendy will create a global leader in head protection systems for the military and first responder markets, following Avon’s acquisition of Ceradyne from 3M earlier this year.

September 11, 2020

Technology

Hazardous Materials Response Equipment

Among the highest threats to officers on duty are hazardous materials and chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive dangers, also known as CBRNE. Many of these dangers can go unseen or are difficult to identify just by looking at them.

July 8, 2016

Technology

Avon Acquires Argus Thermal Imaging Camera Business from E2V Technologies PLC

Avon Rubber has acquired the thermal imaging camera business Argus, a subsidiary of e2v Technologies PLC. Argus, based in Chelmsford, UK, is a designer and manufacturer of thermal imaging cameras for first responder and fire markets.

October 19, 2015

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PC50 Air Purifying Respirator

Avon Protection Systems' new PC50 Air Purifying Respirator is a field proven, military pedigree, NIOSH-approved, non-CBRN respiratory device for use with the CTF12 canister providing protection against CS/CN agents.

March 17, 2013

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Avon Protection Introduces Air Purifying Respirator

Avon Protection Systems has introduced the PC50 APR, a NIOSH-approved, non-CBRN respiratory device that provides protection against tear gas when paired with the CTF12 canister.

December 18, 2012

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Avon Offers Agencies Lease-Purchase Financing for Respirators

Financial officers representing municipal customers can lock in a fixed payment and interest rate with flexible payment terms from 1-5 years. Agencies own the equipment at the end of the lease term.

March 15, 2012

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WMD Products for Law Enforcement

Today, there's less emphasis on equipping every law enforcement agency in America for responding to chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) incidents. But that doesn't mean that some officers at some agencies are in need of the latest personal protective equipment.

January 24, 2012

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9/11: WMD Preparedness Now

One of the reasons that agencies are more complacent about WMD training now than immediately after 9/11 is the economics of the issue. Training costs money and pulls officers off the line. Another reason that WMD training is unpopular at many agencies is that it's not by any means a pleasant thing to do.

August 31, 2011

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Playing the Grant Game

What could your department do with $250,000? Would you buy squad cars, add staff, purchase new equipment? What sounds like a pipe dream is actually a dream come true for those departments that have successfully pursued grant monies to fill budgetary shortfalls.

August 1, 2011

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Avon Protection Sponsors U.S. National SWAT Championships

Avon Protection Systems, a leading designer and manufacturer of respiratory protection products, will once again sponsor the 2010 U.S. National SWAT Championships (USNSC) held June 21-26 at the US Shooting Academy in Tulsa, Okla.

April 25, 2010

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ST53 SCBA System

The industrial certified Avon ST53 SCBA system is a back frame-mounted breathing apparatus with 30-, 45-, or 60-minute air cylinder options, and can be used with specified accessories including communications and additional visual enhancements.

April 11, 2010

Weapons

SHOT Show 2010: Best of Show

There was a lot more to see at this year's SHOT Show than backup weapons. Glock announced a major facelift of its duty pistols, Bushmaster launched a new combat rifle, and numerous companies pumped out cool police products. Here's a quick look at some of our favorites.

March 25, 2010