Avon
Protection will be demonstrating its revolutionary new ST53
CBRN mask and modular SCBA system for the first time at
NAVDEX IDEX 2011 with a series of dramatic live action,
simulated scenarios. Involving genuine military personnel,
visitors to the UKTI stand at NAVDEX will see how the ST53
provides Avon’s state of the art CBRN respiratory
protection in an imaginary law enforcement exercise.
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The
ST53 combines Avon Protection Systems’ FM53 mask
with new and innovative modular breathing apparatus technology
to provide positive pressure SCBA and/or PAPR capability
for specialist applications. The ST53 system also provides
the operator with total flexibility to select the necessary
level of protection quickly and efficiently whilst continuing
to operate effectively.
The
FM53 Mask is Avon’s most technically advanced mask
and has been specifically developed for specialist operators
requiring both positive pressure SCBA, CCBA, APR/PAPR
and negative pressure capability.
The
ST53 system is available with a wide variety of accessories
including a light and compact air cylinder that can be
efficiently carried on the waist. This provides the user
with the versatility to meet a variety of evolving operational
challenges with complete confidence.
The
FM53 is the only mask of its kind that has been specifically
designed to protect users against the multiple threats
involved with asymmetric warfare today. This is due to
the patented twin exhalation valve that provides end users
with the capability to use the mask as a negative or positive
pressure respirator. This enables different threat environments
to be entered without the need to change equipment. It
offers the user the highest levels of comfort, and is
available with a variety of features such as panoramic
optically correct flexible visors, clear, sunlight, laser
and blublocker outserts, voice projection units and interchangeable
nosecups for maximum comfort and fit. Finally, the FM53
is interoperable with a variety of communications systems.
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Both the
FM53, and the ST53™, provide protection against traditional
chemical and biological warfare agents, select Toxic Industrial
Materials (TIMs) and particulate matter, including radioactive
dust threats. This means a high protection factor for the
wearer, and therefore complete peace of mind. With CE approval,
and NIOSH last year, the FM53 is now accessible to a wider
range of users, from SWAT teams, worldwide Special Forces
and the FBI to leading European police forces, several of
whom are currently evaluating the system for their officers.
Alongside the ST53 will
be Avon’s unique 50 series of respirators, all of
which provide unprecedented levels of comfort and protection,
whilst providing communication and operational capability.
The 50 series represents the world’s latest CBRN respirators,
comprising the FM50, FM53 and C50. Through this range, Avon
has introduced novel ground breaking technology to the industry
with features such as a wide panoramic optically correct
flexible polyurethane visor for maximum field of view and
enhanced weapons compatibility.
The new 50 series also offers
a twin filter concept with close fitting conformal filters
and self sealing valves reducing contamination risk during
filter change, as well as an Electronic Communication Port,
which is universally compatible and provides internal microphone
connection to communication systems. |
