BCB DSEi 2011 Press Pack

BCB INTERNATIONAL LTD

DSEI 2011

PRESS PACK

STAND N7-100

OUR MISSION IS YOUR SURVIVAL

OUR MISSION IS YOUR SURVIVAL

www.bcbin.com BCB International Ltd is a family run designer and manufacturer of innovative quality military and survival equipment based in Cardiff, UK. The company started in 1854 when Dr. Brown invented a cough medicine for troops fighting in the Crimean War. So successful was it, that in 1914 he registered the company as BCB Ltd after its name – Brownʼs Cough Bottle.

Over the years, BCB has built up an expertise in designing and manufacturing equipment that help soldiers operate and survive in some of the most hostile environments in the world. Many of its products like its Survival Packs and Camouflage Creams are issued to and used by troops worldwide.

With a high proportion of the companyʼs revenue ploughed back into its Research and Development projects, innovation is clearly at the heart of everything BCB does. This focus on innovation is encapsulated in BCBʼs mission statement:

To save and protect life in hostile Environments through innovation.

BCB has development expertise in rapidly prototyping innovative solutions to the soldiersʼ needs in the following core competencies: • Light engineering • Load carriage• Survivability • Rations and cooking • Ballistic protection • Cooling• Hydration • Situational Awareness Working with Centres of Excellence including Cardiff University, BCB can develop complex projects quickly and at low cost in response to the rapidly changing combat and terrorist threats.

As BCB Internationalʼs Managing Director, Andrew Howell, explained: “Providing innovative quality products that help reduce our brave Armed Forcesʼ burden(less weight, less bulk, less stress) as well as maximizing their performance is what we are about. From heat-defying body armour and unique day sacks to groundbreaking portable personal water coolers and IED blast protective briefs, our commitment to innovation is shown in our latest range of products.”

Email: info@bcbin.com www.bcbin.com BCB International Ltd Clydesmuir Rd, Cardiff, United Kingdom CF24 2QS Tel: +44 (0) 2920 433 700 Fax: +44 (0) 2920 433 701 Email: info@bcbin.com

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Mistral Body Armour Cooling The heat-defying Mistral Cooling System represents a major leap forward in under armour body cooling. It can be integrated into all types of body armour including Osprey, Kestrel and Interceptor.

Using three cooling circuits which sequentially blow air to different zones under the body armour for up to 10 hours, the Mistral helps troops feel cool which improves their combat performance and concentration. The plug-in fan unit is easy to connect for replacement or to connect to combat vehiclesʼ air conditioning systems making the Mistral system ideal for troops serving in hot climates.

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Its unique “Intermittent Cooling” ensures you feel cool all the time The Mistral is a low profile lightweight blown-air cooling vest Compliments the bodyʼs natural cooling system by assisting the evaporation of sweat Patented construction has integral air ducts delivering targeted cooling air to the majority of the torso.

Sculpted inner face directs dry air onto skin and allows saturated air to exhaust easily Robust and Simple to operate Reliable and Comfortable Separate battery pack uses 8 AA batteries. Lasts 8 hours with alkali batteries, more than 10 with Lithium Quiet fan Integral filter which can be easily removed and cleaned Can be plugged into the vehicles aircon system Available separately or integrated into body armour Sweat can be reduced by 45% using the Mistral

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Exoflex–Articulated Body Armour This unique patented Body Armour offers advanced comfort in combat situations. The Exoflex has quick release attachment points, allowing fast access to injuries in high stress scenarios. As well as providing high quality ergonomic design, the Exoflex maintains its ballistic protection by using level IV armour plates.

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Superior comfort and freedom of movement Pivoted harness for consistent weight distribution Less muscle fatigue High quality ballistic protection

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The Crusader Cooking System An innovative new solid and gel fuel field cooker designed to allow the combat soldier to carry his entire cooking system in one webbing pouch.

An integral folding arm allows the cup to fit securely over a fuel crucible where gel fuel or solid hexamine fuel blocks can be lit. A small slot provides efficient air intake whilst the walls of the cooker provides shielding against the wind.

The gel sachets burn entirely with a small pale blue light, meaning that there is no litter, smoke or smell and very little light ideal for a tactical brew! It can boil 500ml of water in less than eight minutes.

In transit, the whole cooking system nests neatly and compactly beneath BCB始s Crusader Cup and will fit inside the water bottle. (image of it all stacking together) This set consists of; a standard issue plastic mug, a standard issue water bottle, a metal Crusader Cup, Lid & Cooker, 12x Ethanol Fuel Gel sachets, a Fireball Flint & Striker, all contained in a single standard webbing pouch.

Dimensions: 11.5cm x 12cm (4.5in x 4.7 in) Weight: 450g (15.9oz)

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Survival Kits An indispensable item in the daypack of a deployed soldier is a survival tin. At this yearʼs show, BCB International Ltd will be showing its survival kits which are used by military forces worldwide to help them operate and survive in hostile environments.

They are packed full of survival essentials to help soldiers survive, escape and evade capture. Many of the kits are sealed in waterproof protection pouches which can double as drinking vessels.

Ultimate Survival Kit Packed into our lightweight mini mess tin with a rubber seal and roll over clasps • Water bag • Whistle • Nylon cord • Snare wire • Button compass • Wire saw • Candle • Grip lock bag • Flint & Striker • Pencil • Hack saw blade • Survival instructions • Tinder • Weight: 250g (8.8oz) • Fishing kit • Extra water bag • Mini multi-tool • Vinyl tape • Matches • A4 waterproof paper • Sewing kit • Micro light • Purification tablets • Safety pins • Weight 290g (10oz) • Single edge razor • Size 13x9.5x3cm • Salt sachets (5.25x4x1.25 inches) Approx • Signal mirror • NSN 8465-99-270-7742 Combat Survival Kit • Water resistant tin • Vinyl tape • Button compass • Knife • Matches • Pencil • Purification tablets • Snare wire • Candle • Fireball Flint & striker

• Fishing kit • Whistle • Sewing kit • Safety pins • Wire saw • Survival instructions • Accident evaluation form • Weight: 195g (6.87oz) • Size: 11 x 8 x 2.8cm (4.5” x 3" x 1”) • NSN: 8456-99-126-6980

“I’d have no worries recommending this kit and think anyone that is going on an E&E course, or if that worst case scenario should happen, prepare for it and make sure you stow one of these in your gear.”

Bill Sparky, former Royal Marines Commando.

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Sandbagger BCBʼs unique sandbag filler applies the principle of brains not brawn to complete what is normally a thoroughly time consuming and energy sapping job. As a result, over 5 times more sandbags are filled per man-hour.

This robust, compact and flexible piece of equipment can be erected in less than a minute and can be used with any type of sandbag.

There are no mechanical parts to break and statistics say that without the sandbagger, 92 sandbags filled per hour. If you use the Sandbagger, approximately 480 sandbags can be filled per hour.

Will work with all types of Sandbags!

The wide mouth hopper combined with the unique twin bag slide system allows either: • One person to fill 2 bags at once or • Two people to fill sandbags continuously Units

WxLxH (cm)

Units Weight (Kilos)

1 Open

69 x 51 x 93

25.5

1 Closed

69 x 51 x 55

25.5

8 Per Pallet

100 x 120 x 120

210

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KIS (Kinetic Impact System) WBS (Wall Breaching System) The WBS (Wall Breaching System) is part of our range of KIS (Kinetic Impact Systems) and is our contribution to providing non-explosive Methods of Entry. It aims to safely minimise collateral damage and physical injury to trapped or captive personnel.

It achieves this by utilising standard aqualung compressed air which fires plastic bottles of water of different sizes. Its variable firing range means that it is effective from as close as 3 metres (10 ft) up to about 90 metres (300 ft). As a result it increases operational capability by allowing forced entry via upper storeys and other points of entry such as through doors, ceilings and walls.

Terrorist and criminals alike will not expect your response team始s point of entry to be straight through a solid wall, high window, or through the floor or ceiling giving your team complete tactical surprise.

It is also fantastic for clearing barricades, road blocks, or to stop a moving vehicle.

The WBS fires a standard 20.2 kg (44.5 lb.) drinking water container. These are inexpensive and readily available throughout the world. Fired at just 200 psi, the water bottles will blast a man sized hole through a double skinned concrete block wall. The WBS`s effective range and velocity is infinitely variable and is easily and remotely charged up to a safe maximum working pressure of 1,000psi.

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Chameleon® Camouflage Cream Compact For over a decade, BCB International, has been making camouflage cream for many thousands of soldiers worldwide. Arguably the pick of the bunch is BCBʼs Chameleon compact three colour camouflage cream which has proved to be a great success with service personnel and is currently issued to troops by the UK Ministry of Defence as well as being used by most NATO Forces.

Provided in a strong and durable plastic case with an integral acrylic mirror in the lid, it is non-irritant, non-reflective infrared and provides a high sun protection factor.

The colours are deep matt black, olive green and service brown, but tan and loam are also available to special order Dimensions: 8 x 7 x 1.5cm (3" x 3" x 3/4") • Weight: 50g (1.76oz)

Bushcraft™ Camouflage Cream 60g A Two-tone camo stick that creates pattern disrupting stripes quickly and effectively without the need for a mirror.

The IR reflective formula also moisturises the skin. It offers you a very high sun protection factor (SPF) which is in excess of 100 SPF.

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Anti-Riot Ensemble of Equipment A bespoke ensemble of Personal Protection Equipment for a Crowd Control / Public Order / Riot Control officer.

The kit includes: • Helmet with Visor • One Piece Fire Resistant Suit • Hard Shell Protective Suit & Guards • Gloves • Baton • Belt Order Kit • Boots • Equipment Bag • Shield The purpose of the kit is to protect the wearer from nonballistic threats during a period of civil unrest.

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Personal IED and Mine Extraction Kit (PMEK) BCB International Ltd始s Personal (IED and) Mine Extraction Kit (PMEK) is a compact lightweight kit which fits neatly in a MOLLE belt pouch.

It is designed for dismounted soldiers as well as vehicles to carry at all times when patrolling in an area of country where mines or IEDs could be lurking.

It can be assembled in seconds and contains all the components troops need to extract themselves out of a minefield confidently and safely.

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Blast Boxers Roadside bombs, better known as IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices), are the most common cause of death and injuries to soldiers serving in Afghanistan.

To help protect soldiers against potentially life threatening and life changing injuries to the groin area from IEDs, BCB has developed the Blast Boxers.

The Blast Boxers are a pair of protective shorts made from Kevlar and a special comfortable fabric worn instead of underwear which have been extensively tried and tested. Ballistic trials have shown that the Blast Boxers provide significant protection of the soft groin area against some of the fragments and upward blast from an IED.

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2 layer Kevlar zones to protect the groin and femoral arteries Lightweight mesh sides and lining to help relieve the heat and perspiration – anti-odour and fast drying properties External seams to maximise comfort Low cut leg to help protect the femoral artery

Fragment: 5.8grain V50 rating double layer: 227.8 m/s

“I would recommend your Blast Boxers for use with all those embarking on future tours.”Jason Palmer, Fusilier, Royal Welsh Regiment who survived a 170lbs blast in Helmand Province, Afghanistan in 2010.

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Modular Combat Sleeping System (MCSS) BCBʼs modular sleeping system is a complete 3-in-1 integrated system consisting of two sleeping bags and one liner that can all be combined or used independently. This gives you complete adaptability to your environment.

The smaller inner bag fits inside the larger warmer outer bag. The hygienic liner ties inside either bag. For its performance, this MCSS system is the most compact and lightweight synthetic sleeping system available today.

Each complete MCSS comprises of: • Outer Sleeping Bag • Inner sleeping bag • Polycotton liner • Large compression sack (for the complete system) • Smaller compression sack (for one bag only)

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Future Soldier Sleeping Mat Offering outstanding combined durable, non-absorbent and insulation qualities, this new sleeping mat which can be used fully unfolded or in a number of combinations, is a vital piece of kit for the comfort of any combat soldier.

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Folds quickly and can slot into the back of your rucksack Use as a sit-mat Lightweight at 370 grams

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Chilly Portable Personal Water Cooler

Because it can reduce the temperature of a soldier's drinking water by up to 25 degrees Celsius (77ºF) without using batteries, the Chilly is a vital piece of kit for soldiers who want to feel cool and hydrated in hot climates. It works simply by evaporation.

The device will significantly help to reduce heat stress injuries and dehydration.

In hot conditions water in a hydration pack can reach temperatures well above the core temperature of the body. However, the Chilly provides a continuous supply of cool, palatable water.

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Simple and effective water cooling works in the harshest conditions.

Clips easily and quickly to most quality in-line hydration systems such as Camelbak®.

Silent quiet operation.

No consumables. No batteries.

No malfunctioning mechanical parts.

Does not require any external cooling i.e. over night refrigeration.

Lightweight at 410 grams (14.4 oz) dry.

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Location Marker Balloon The Location Marker Balloon is a lifeline for any aircrews and dismounted forces operating in a jungle environment because when disaster strikes the balloon ensures that they can be rescued quickly, efficiently and more discreetly than alternatives.

Designed with Special Forces for improved ease of use, fits within Load Carriage System and Airframe and can be reused.

It also features a lightweight carbon fibre cylinder that significantly reduces the solider burden in a stressful situation.

How it works Compressed gas stored in the lightweight carbon fibre cylinder is used to fill the bright orange balloon. Chemical snap light type lights are affixed to the balloon for night time operation before it is released up through the canopy of the jungle. The rate of the balloon始s ascent is controlled by a high tensile strength string handled by the operative.

In normal operational use, the balloon is deployed, the inbound helicopter locates suitable landing/pickup point nearby and the team on the ground release the balloon and trek to the RV.

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OUR MISSION IS YOUR SURVIVAL SAVING AND PROTECTING LIVES IN HOSTILE ENVIRONMENTS, THROUGH INNOVATION. BCB ARE AT THE CUTTING-EDGE FOR DESIGNING AND MANUFACTURING OF MILITARY AND POLICE COMBAT EQUIPMENT.

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