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Chemring Technology Solutions Launches a New Timer-based Explosives Initiator
POOLE, England, August 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Chemring Technology Solutions today launches PED Mk2, the successor to its world
leading PED100 timer-based programmable explosives initiator.
PED Mk2, which has a countdown range from 1 minute to 30 days, is a third of the
weight of the PED100 system it replaces and now includes an integrated programmer. The
integrated programmer allows the timer to be set in the field to allow greater operational
flexibility. Its capability is also enhanced as it can now survive immersion to a depth of
30 meters. The PED Mk2 can be used to support operations that include general combat
demolitions, ammunition disposal and underwater mine clearance.
Despite its reduced size and weight, PED Mk2 has greater firing energy (1.5 joules)
and a higher countdown resolution of one second which allows for accurate synchronisation
of multiple detonations. The small size and near silent emissions profile of PED Mk2 also
reduces the probability that the timer will be discovered. If discovered, removal of the
tear-off keypad makes it impossible to re-programme or repurpose the device.
Mike Luedicke, General Manager of Chemring Technology Solutions in Poole, said: "PED
Mk2 has been developed to improve mission efficiency by minimising training needs and
delivering a more flexible and precise timing system. As it does not require a separate
programming device, it allows the user, such as military engineers, to rapidly set custom
time delays at the point of deployment."
PED Mk2 will be on display at DSEI (Chemring Stand S2-230)
About Chemring Technology Solutions
Chemring Technology Solutions, based in Romsey, Hampshire and Poole, Dorset, is the
principal electronics research and development centre of Chemring Group. Formed from Roke
Manor Research Ltd and Chemring EOD Ltd, CTS has the heritage of being one of the UK's
leading suppliers of innovative solutions and contract R&D, pioneering developments in
counter IED, electronic sensors, networks and communications technology. It employs over
450 staff and has over 430 patents to its name.
http://www.chemringts.com
Chemring Technology Solutions
CONTACT: For further information please contact: James Horne, Chemring Technology Solutions, +44(0)1794-833488, james.horne@chemringeod.com ; For photography of PED Mk2, please email: james.horne@chemringeod.com
Chemring Technology Solutions Launches a New Timer-based Explosives Initiator
POOLE, England, August 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Chemring Technology Solutions today launches PED Mk2, the successor to its world
leading PED100 timer-based programmable explosives initiator.
PED Mk2, which has a countdown range from 1 minute to 30 days, is a third of the
weight of the PED100 system it replaces and now includes an integrated programmer. The
integrated programmer allows the timer to be set in the field to allow greater operational
flexibility. Its capability is also enhanced as it can now survive immersion to a depth of
30 meters. The PED Mk2 can be used to support operations that include general combat
demolitions, ammunition disposal and underwater mine clearance.
Despite its reduced size and weight, PED Mk2 has greater firing energy (1.5 joules)
and a higher countdown resolution of one second which allows for accurate synchronisation
of multiple detonations. The small size and near silent emissions profile of PED Mk2 also
reduces the probability that the timer will be discovered. If discovered, removal of the
tear-off keypad makes it impossible to re-programme or repurpose the device.
Mike Luedicke, General Manager of Chemring Technology Solutions in Poole, said: "PED
Mk2 has been developed to improve mission efficiency by minimising training needs and
delivering a more flexible and precise timing system. As it does not require a separate
programming device, it allows the user, such as military engineers, to rapidly set custom
time delays at the point of deployment."
PED Mk2 will be on display at DSEI (Chemring Stand S2-230)
About Chemring Technology Solutions
Chemring Technology Solutions, based in Romsey, Hampshire and Poole, Dorset, is the
principal electronics research and development centre of Chemring Group. Formed from Roke
Manor Research Ltd and Chemring EOD Ltd, CTS has the heritage of being one of the UK's
leading suppliers of innovative solutions and contract R&D, pioneering developments in
counter IED, electronic sensors, networks and communications technology. It employs over
450 staff and has over 430 patents to its name.
http://www.chemringts.com
Chemring Technology Solutions
CONTACT: For further information please contact: James Horne, Chemring Technology Solutions, +44(0)1794-833488, james.horne@chemringeod.com ; For photography of PED Mk2, please email: james.horne@chemringeod.com