DRASH Shelter Deployed at Yale School of Medicine 1st Army

Spring 2011
VOL 6, NO. 1
QUARTERLY NEWS FROM DHS SYSTEMS LLC AND DHS SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL LTD
DRASH Shelter Deployed at Yale
School of Medicine
Red Cross Find DRASH Shelters
Crucial in Japan Relief Efforts
MEMBERS OF THE WEST HARTFORD BASED 947TH FORWARD
Surgical Team (FST) and personnel from the Health Care Recruiting Station based
in Wallingford, Connecticut, hosted a tour of one of the Army’s Deployable Rapid
Assembly Shelters, or DRASH, at the Yale School of Medicine this past month.
Attended by a steady stream of students, faculty members, medical professionals,
and curious onlookers, the event offered a rare glimpse inside modern emergency
military medicine that allows life-saving procedures to be performed immediately
on the battlefield.
In addition to showcasing the shelter, the team also spoke with visitors about the
medical equipment used by an FST and the numerous humanitarian relief efforts
conducted by Army medical units in addition to their critical battlefield missions.
This discussion also included input from General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal, now a
senior fellow at the Jackson Institute for Global Affairs at Yale, and Colonel Fredrick
Lough, a doctor and clinical director of cardiac surgery at George Washington
University Hospital and former senior surgeon in western Afghanistan.
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Japanese Red Cross Society worker steps back to examine an XB shelter that was
set up to assist with patient surge outside of the hospital in Ishinomaki, Miyagi
Prefecture, which is an area heavily damaged by the tsunami.
Yale students inside a DRASH shelter at a demonstration held at Yale School of
Medicine in April.
TSUNAMI WARNINGS WERE ISSUED AND EVACUATIONS ORDERED
along Japan’s Pacific coast. As a mega earthquake wound down, its violent tremors
triggered extremely destructive tsunami waves of up to 124 feet (37.9 meters) that
struck Japan. It was reported that some of the tsunami waves traveled up to 6 miles
(10 km) inland, with smaller waves reaching the shores of many other Pacific coast
countries who did not experience the same devastation that Japan did.
The earthquake and tsunami caused widespread and severe structural damage in
Japan, including heavy damage to roads and railways as well as fires in many areas,
and a collapsed dam. Around 4.4 million households in the northeastern section
of the country were left without electricity and 1.5 million without clean water.
Many electrical stations were crippled, and at least three nuclear reactors suffered
explosions after their cooling systems failed.
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1st Army Purchases Four DRASH
Large UAV Systems
DRASH HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AS AN IDEAL SOLUTION FOR THE
U.S. Army’s Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) requirements. The 1st Army Division
East recently purchased four DRASH Large UAV Systems to be used as training
platforms for units preparing for deployment at Camp Shelby, one of many highly
specialized training facilities throughout the United States that has been tasked with
educating soldiers who will be assigned to work with UAVs.
UAVs are playing a greater role than ever before in the theater of operations. From
reconnaissance to the tracking and delivery of munitions, UAVs provide today’s
combatant commanders with the resources they need to accomplish their mission.
UAVs are not only suitable for the warfighter, but can also be used by responders
for disaster relief efforts or to support homeland security missions as well. If there
is a tornado or a flood and one cannot get into the area without flying in, then
disaster responders can use them to go in to the area and determine conditions on
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An example of a DRASH UAV shelter system. DRASH offers 3 UAV variants: medium,
large and modular. Addition shelters can be booted to the main shelter to expand the
footprint creating additional workspace or living quarters for operators.
FEATURED NEWS
Extreme Cold No Match for DRASH
Member of the 5th Bridge exiting a DRASH shelter during a joint Canada/ United
States’ Army winter training exercise. The shelter withstood extreme temperatures.
IN FEBRUARY, THE CANADIAN FORCES 5TH BRIDGE CONDUCTED
a joint Canada/United States’ Army winter training exercise in Baie James, Canada.
DRASH Representatives were on hand to provide support for over 20 DRASH
systems used during the training exercise. Representatives from DRASH
demonstrated how their shelters can be rapidly deployed and used to shield
personnel from extreme weather conditions. Baie James, which is just outside
northern Quebec, is known for having harsh winters, sometimes lasting half the
year.
“For the duration of the exercise, evening temperatures fell well below negative
40 degrees, but our internal shelter temperatures maintained a temperature
of 70 degrees providing troops with a very comfortable working environment,”
reported Scott Jackson, Business Development Representative who supported the
training exercise. A mixture of XB and M models were used for various Brigade
missions sheltering soldiers from the bitter cold that otherwise may have hampered
operations. Six DRASH XB shelters supported the Brigade Command Post while an
MX shelter and D-1000B heater were used as the triage area to provide immediate
care to any soldiers who became injured while operating on site. This exercise was
yet another example of DRASH’s 25 year history of providing climate-controlled
shelter systems that allow warfighters to accomplish their missions even in the most
extreme conditions. In addition to vast empirical evidence accumulated, DRASH
shelters have met or exceeded all requirements for rain, wind, temperature,
durability, blackout and snow load at the Aberdeen Test Center (ATC) in Maryland.
TMSS showcased at LAAD 2011
DURING THE SECOND WEEK OF APRIL, REPRESENTATIVES OF DHS
Technologies demonstrated the company’s products and capabilities at the Latin
American Aerospace & Defence (LAAD) Exhibition 2011. This is one of the most
important trade shows for the defense and security industry in Latin America. The
exhibition took place April 12-15 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The show, which takes
place every two years and brings together Brazilian and international companies that
specialize in developing and supplying equipment and services to the armed forces,
civil defence, and security services, as well as consultants and government agencies
throughout Latin America. The conference enabled delegates to meet, exchange
ideas and learn about the latest advances in defense and security industry technology.
During the event, the company highlighted their Deployable Rapid Assembly
Shelters or DRASH shelter systems. With a DRASH system, operators can use them
for a variety of applications ranging from complete command and control, to life
support areas and disaster relief facilities. A highlight of the exhibition included a
presentation on the Trailer Mounted Support System (TMSS) Medium.
Four TMSS systems are currently being utilized as mobile field hospitals by the
Rio de Janeiro Fire Department and these systems have been deployed over 10 times
during the past two years to support natural disaster response efforts across Brazil.
DHS Technologies representatives displayed these capabilities to several prominent
Brazilian military leaders in addition to dignitaries from many other Latin American
countries represented at the conference.
“At the exhibition, DRASH conducted multiple discussions with military
organizations and other agencies around the need for improved disaster preparation
and response capabilities. At this show we were able demonstrate the full scope of
our capabilities to a far wider audience than we had previously. It was clear from our
meetings that the solutions and applications DRASH showcased have a role to play
in helping address the requirements of various military and disaster responders,”
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DRASH Refocuses Efforts at Ft. Bliss
BEGINNING THIS YEAR, DRASH WILL BE REFOCUSING ITS
capabilities at Fort Bliss as part of its ongoing efforts to better serve current and new
customers in the area. DRASH has relocated their office just off the service road to
the main gate, making it more easily accessible in order to continue providing the
high caliber of service and reliable product support that has become synonymous
with the company’s vast product line. Additionally, the company has already seen an
increased need for more assistance with the relocation of the 1st Armored Division
to the base. In the Department of Defense’s (DoD) 2005 Defense Base Closure
and Realignment Commission (BRAC) report, the Commission recommended
relocating the 1st Armored Division from Germany to Fort Bliss, Texas.
Joe Hulen, who has served as a Regional Support Facility Operations Supervisor
at Fort Hood for over the past 2 years was promoted in January and will be
relocating to the newly located office at Fort Bliss. Hulen will serve dual roles
as both a field technician to service shelters and support equipment, while also
assuming business development responsibilities for the area. In addition, he will
make himself available to assist units fielding or seeking DRASH equipment at Fort
Huachuca and Fort Irwin.
Hulen served in the Army as a 31 Uniform - Signal Support Systems Specialist
where he was charged with troubleshooting and repairing everything and anything
that had to do with communications. He said that he is looking forward to meeting
the challenges that
come with his new
His appointment underscores the
role and credits his
company’s continued commitment
Army experience
to understanding and supporting
with giving him
the needs of the troops we serve.
the background he
needs to succeed.
Mark Wlazlak, Business Development lead for AOR Central spoke
enthusiastically of Hulen. “Joe is the kind of guy we need on the front line right
now. His appointment underscores the company’s continued commitment to
understanding and supporting the needs of the troops we serve. Joe knows the
needs of the military and believes in the mission. His experience and abilities will
add another dimension to our strong DRASH team.”
reported Andrew Herrod, Business Development Representative for DHS Systems
International.
The exhibition concluded with a consensus from conference delegates, participants
and exhibitors that the protection of people, property and infrastructure should be
the core focus of defense and security efforts for governments across the continent to
maintain economic growth and regional stability.
Lt. Col Vuis of the Rio De Janero Brazilian Fire Department “Bomberios” back shown,
briefs a Brazilian Marine (backpack) on the TMSS capabilities and how its been
successfully deployed for natural disaster response across Brazil. Andy Herrod of
DHS International also briefs Brazilian Marine on DRASH capabilities at LAAD 2011.
TECHNOLOGIES REPORTER
FEATURED NEWS
Yale School of Medicine
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Many of the Army personnel who make up the 947th FST work and reside in
the states of Connecticut and Massachusetts while not activated by the United
States Army. Forward Surgical Teams such as the 947th, are typically staffed to
form a highly-specialized medical team of about 20, usually consisting of surgeons,
registered nurses, certified registered nurse anesthetists, licensed practical nurses,
surgical technicians, medics, an administrative officer, and detachment sergeant.
Several students who attended said that visiting the shelter was an eye-opening
look into modern military medicine and made them more aware of the Army’s life
saving capabilities. Some expressed interest working on an FST and performing lifesaving work in a mobile surgical shelter.
“DRASH shelters can be set-up in a matter of minutes to support urgent medical
requirements,” said Scott Jackson, a Business Development Representative for
DRASH. Jackson added, “our full capabilities also include shelter, power and heating/
cooling units.” Jackson went on to explain that in the 947th FST’s home state of
Connecticut, the Departments of Public Health has deployed their own DRASH
equipment. They fielded DRASH at the Kleen Energy Systems plant explosion
last year, when a fire broke out in the emergency room at the Lawrence & Martin
Memorial Hospital in New London and when the boiler malfunctioned at the West
Rock Health Care Center in New Haven. Whether deployed to a remote battlefield
by an FST or utilized by a state agency, DRASH systems provide the military and
first responders with the facilities they need to perform life-saving work.
1st Army Purchases
Four DRASH Large
UAV Systems
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the ground using the video feed. They have also been
used to help secure our borders. Some of the soldiers
currently stationed at Camp Shelby are training on
shadow version one and two UAVs that are part of the
Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System Platoon (TUAS).
Mark
Wlazlak,
Business
Development
Representative for DRASH said, “DRASH UAV
Systems provide units training at Camp Shelby
with a state-of-the-art mobile facility enabling UAV
unit readiness for combat and homeland security
operations. Because our UAV shelter systems are
based on the same technology that is part of the U.S.
Army’s SICPS program, personnel can be assured
they are using a system that meets all U.S. Military
requirements. Additionally, our UAV maintenance
facilities have already proven their effectiveness in
the battlefield. For the past 3 years our systems have
been fielded with Predator units that were stationed
in Iraq.”
DRASH UAV Systems help facilitate the operation
and maintenance of UAVs by offering a quick erect/
strike system that is rugged, reliable and combat
proven to protect both equipment and personnel
from the elements. Offering over 1,420 square feet
of usable space, the Large UAV System can be used
to store a range of UAVs, as well as prime them for
future missions. The entire system can be deployed
with 6 trained personnel and operational in about 90
minutes.
Additional DRASH shelters can be added to
increase the facility’s overall footprint to fulfill multiple
mission functions. Some of the missions DRASH
shelters have been used for include the staging and
servicing of UAVs during operations, the warehousing
of supplies, operations centers and sleeping quarters.
The U.S. Army in cooperation with the Yale School of Medicine staffed a mock version
of a forward surgical hospital on campus in April.
DRASH Crucial in Japan Relief Efforts
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Early estimates of the Tōhoku earthquake’s enables the shelters to be quickly erected alleviating a
magnitude make it the most powerful known lot of the problems of the past. The DRASH system
earthquake to have hit Japan, and one of the five features a unique one-piece structural frame that
most powerful earthquakes in the world overall since provides a clear, open-span, with no interference from
modern record-keeping began in 1900.
support poles providing a larger footprint of usable
As a result, DHS Systems in cooperation with Toyo workspace. The unique design allows the newer
Bussan, a partner company based in Japan, fielded shelters to be quickly deployed enabling the Japanese
several MX and XB shelters along with some fuel- Red Cross Society relief workers to focus on their true
fired heaters (D-1000B) to support recovery efforts mission to bring much needed relief directly to the
following the tsunami earlier this month that ravaged victims of this disaster.”
much of the country.
DRASH systems are extremely versatile and can be
“The people of Japan have been greatly affected by this utilized for a variety of purposes– from a command
disaster. Our shelter systems are
and control center, it can easily
a key component to providing
be converted into a 100-bed
Our shelter systems
the Japanese Red Cross Society
are a key component to medical surge facility, a billet,
with the infrastructure they
providing the Japanese a decontamination facility or a
need to help with stabilization
school. In Japan, most DRASH
Red Cross Society
efforts and serve as facilities to
shelters have been deployed as
with the infrastructure
provide direct relief to people
triage units.
they need to help with
suffering in affected areas,” says
Combined shelters may
stabilization efforts
Jeff Jackson, Vice President
create complexes ranging in size
and serve as facilities
of Business Development for
from 33 square feet to 15,000
to provide direct relief
DHS Technologies.
square feet or more. Minimum
Part of the U.S. Army’s
staffing can quickly erect or
to people suffering in
Standard Integrated Command
disassemble the shelters in a
affected areas.
Post System (SICPS), the
matter of minutes rather than
patented Deployable Rapid
hours, without any special
Assembly Shelter, or DRASH, is a mobile, quick-erect/ tools, and minimal site preparation.
strike shelter system that integrates shelter, mobility,
DHS Systems has a long history of providing shelter
lighting, heating, cooling and power distribution in a solutions for humanitarian relief efforts throughout
total system solution. DHS shelters are built tough, the world. In fact, DRASH shelter systems are
and they can operate in all climates from the Arctic to currently part of the relief efforts in Missouri. In the
the Sahara Desert.
past, DRASH was deployed to Haiti following the
“This is not a traditional shelter by any means,” devastating earthquake in January 2010, as well as
says Marcel Branis, Vice President of Manufacturing in the Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro after massive
for DHS Technologies. “The shelters of the past are flooding destroyed thousands of homes across the
no longer practical to meet today’s challenges. DHS region late last year. DHS Systems also fielded
designs and manufactures a modern system constructed numerous shelters to help with the relief efforts during
of the highest-quality synthetic fabric and space age Hurricane Katrina.
composites, the key being its patented design that
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FEATURED INTERNATIONAL NEWS
CELOX: What Does 2011 Hold?
CELOX: has quick blood stopping capabilities and has been proven to reduce
infection and contribute to an improved recovery time.
DHS SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL IS THE EXCLUSIVE UK DISTRIBUTOR
of all Celox products to the UK Armed Forces and UK Emergency Medical Services,
and also supplies a sub-distribution network that provides equipment for the First
Aid at Work, Industrial First Aid and Maritime sectors.
Celox is a hemostatic agent,
The success of Celox
and is used to control severe
across the globe is down
bleeding from battlefield and
to three main factors - it’s
workplace wounds and injuries.
effective, it’s safe and it’s
In the past two years, the Celox
easy to use.
range has become the UK’s
number one hemostatic agent,
and looks set to hold this position for the foreseeable future.
With regard to sales, the facts speak for themselves - in 2009, 7,385 Celox products
were sold in the UK. This rose to over 52,000 in 2010, and sales of almost 35,000
have already been made before the end of the 1st Quarter for fiscal year 2011.
The adoption of Celox Gauze as the UK Armed Forces hemostatic agent of choice
in early 2010 was pivotal to this success. Not only did this raise the profile of the
whole Celox product range, but because military doctors and clinicians work closely
with their civilian counterparts in the UK National Health Service (NHS), it enabled
civilian trauma experts to gain extensive feedback on how Celox can control severe
bleeding (and consequently save lives) in the pre-hospital environment, therefore we
are seeing a shift in our customer base to the civilian hospital setting as well.
Evidence shows that despite recent advances in treatment and protective equipment,
major bleeding still represents one of the biggest challenges to the medical first
responder and is the main cause of death on both the battlefield and back home.
Jon Davis, Emergency Services Product Manager says, “It has been very satisfying
to follow the success of this excellent product. It is clear that Celox looks like it will
exceed all expectations in the coming years. At DHS Systems International, we are all
incredibly proud to be associated with a product that is saving the lives of our soldiers
in Afghanistan on a daily basis. We are thrilled to see that Celox products are now
part of the equipment used by the Gold Standard Trauma Teams in the UK, such
as the London Air Ambulance, the inner-city Trauma Centres and Police Tactical
Firearms Units proof that Celox is becoming the hemostatic agent of choice”
DHS Systems International is in the process of expanding its distribution operation
throughout Europe, Asia and South America. With the feedback we have received
it is highly likely that Armed Forces and Government Agencies within all three areas
will follow the UK Armed Forces’ example, and adopt Celox Gauze as their agent of
choice to deal with severe bleeding.
DHS Systems employees Jon Davis and Andrew Herrod recently attended
exhibition events in Thailand and Singapore. Government Ministers and numerous
personnel from the Armed Forces, Police, Airport Authorities and the Thai Fire
Service all took an interest in the effective blood stopping capabilities of Celox. After
the exhibition we saw an increase in inquiries.
Jon Davis commented, ‘The success of Celox across the globe is down to three
main factors - it’s effective, it’s safe and it’s easy to use. When seconds really count, in
a life or death situation, you can rely on Celox to control even the most severe bleed
very quickly. It is clear that Celox has greatly contributed to a higher survival rate
following injury. The UK NHS has recently adopted all Celox products for use across
their operations, and this coupled with the Military’s continued confidence in Celox
should ensure a very bright future for this excellent addition to any first responder’s
trauma kit.”
Celox is distributed by DHS Systems International in the following countries:
United Kingdom, Italy and Thailand. For more information please contact Jon Davis
at DHS Systems International ([email protected]).
DHS Systems International Joins
Forces With Xograph in Forward
X-Ray Imaging Project
DHS SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL HAS INITIATED A JOINT PROJECT
with Xograph Healthcare, to produce a state-of-the-art, innovative forward X-ray
facility. Similar to other medical disciplines, X-ray and imaging technology is now
being deployed as far forward as possible in an attempt to improve patient treatment
survival outcomes.
Xograph Healthcare is an independently owned medical equipment company
based in the UK, with over 40 years experience in supplying imaging equipment to
hospitals, military and veterinary organizations. They currently supply the Dragon
imaging systems to the UK Military. The Dragon imaging unit is a lightweight and
mobile system which uses digital technology to create almost instantaneous imaging
at the point of care.
The project team from both companies, with input from Military Imaging advisors,
are developing a facility specifically designed for military and Emergency Services use
which can be rapidly deployed for use as close to the point of incident as possible. It
utilizes the latest development in Xograph’s portfolio, the DRGo.
The DRGo imaging system is more compact system than the Dragon, and is manportable. The digital technology used in the system means that images are viewable
almost instantaneously, and unlike normal imaging systems, the DRGo does not need
to be re-calibrated when moved, or when the environmental temperature changes.
The DHS/Xograph team are currently designing a custom-made support system
to enable the imaging plates of the DRGo to be used in conjunction with DRASH
shelters.
Although the system will be of great interest to the Military market, it will also be
of interest to major incident teams, scene of crime investigators and forensic teams.
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Deployed the DRGo is a perfect addition to a DRASH forward X-ray facility to improve
patient survival outcomes during the “golden hour” of injury.
TECHNOLOGIES REPORTER
FEATURED NEWS
DHS Systems Awarded U.S. Air
Force Contract for their HP-2C/33
PRODUCT WATCH
IDDSTM
INTELLIGENT DATA DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
DHS Systems is a reliable solutions provider for many standardized Department
of Defense (DoD) programs.
DHS SYSTEMS WAS RECENTLY
awarded a contract to supply several
HP-2C/33 Trailers for the U.S. Air
Force’s Support Operations Centers
Gateway (ASOCs) program. The
ASOC’s mission is to process and direct
immediate request for air support from
the Army.
The HP – 2C/33 is a trailer designed
to stow cargo and power facilities such
as the ASOC. Designed to operate in all
terrain acceptable for military vehicles,
the HP-2C/33 conforms to established
criteria determined by the Military
Transport Management Command
(MTMC) as suitable for secondary
and unimproved roads and sealift
transportability. The HP-2C/33 Trailer
is available in two variants: analog or
Intelligent Power Technology™ (IPT).
IPT is a digital smart system that
reduces fuel consumption and run
times by networking with other trailers
onsite.
U.K. Army Fields DC2E
DC2E helps commanders maintain situational awareness for battlefield decisions.
FIRST INTRODUCED IN 2005,
DHS Systems’ line of Deployable
Command and Control Equipment,
also known as DC2E, has been growing
in popularity among military and
emergency response personnel alike.
Recently, the 3rd Armored Division
of the United Kingdom’s Army took
delivery of a DC2E system at Division
Headquarters,
Bulford,
England,
in February.
Members of DHS
International were readily available
providing exercise support and
training, which resulted in a second
system currently being delivered to the
Headquarters of the 1st UK Armored
Division in Herford, Germany in March.
Steve Babbage, Business Development,
and Paul Emmett, Technical Manager,
both for DHSI reported that, “the UK
Army required a solution that could be
set-up quickly and help them organize
data at their workstations. When
we introduced them to DC2E, they
realized it came with all the capabilities
they were seeking.”
Comprised of various sized screens,
projectors, and audio visual systems,
DC2E increased and complemented
battlefield management and visual
display capabilities, as well as positively
influencing their battle rhythm.
Though DC2E is designed to integrate
with the companies Deployable Rapid
Assembly Shelters, it can also easily be
set up inside any other temporary or
fixed facility.
The newest product to join the DRASH line of Deployable Command
and Control Equipment (DC2E), the Intelligent Data Distribution System
(IDDS™) offers users a durable, cost-effective method of distributing power
and network connectivity throughout a temporary or fixed facility.
Able to connect to any table measuring one to two inches in thickness, the
DRASH IDDS allows personnel to store and protect cables while sharing
power and network connectivity with up to six workstations. As many as
three boxes can be daisy-chained together for extended power and network
distribution. Made to withstand the harshest of field conditions, the IDDS
is rapidly deployable and can easily be stored and transported from one
location to the next.
I/O Panel:
• 2 separate 1GB networks,
managed switches, 6 operator
ports and network activity window
• 15 AMP reset able circuit breaker,
power indicator L.E.D.
• NEMA 5-15 straight blade AC
input/outputs
• 1 Duplex GFCI Outlet with trip
indicator, 3 Duplex Outlets (GFCI
Protected)
• Labels above and below each
port for operation in either
orientation
• Separate network highlighted by
red background
• Stowed Dimensions: 44.5”L x
12.5”H x 10.5”D
• Stowed Weight (Calculated) : 40
lbs
CLAMPS
• Accommodates table thicknesses of 1 – 2”
LUGS
• Multiple clamp location options
• Stand off from table for cable routing
• Stand off from surface moisture
• Ability to hang from other surfaces
• Protects latches from damage
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Features Include:
• Supports a wide range of
communication technologies,
including VoIP, video streaming
and IP video conferencing
• Built-in lid prevents damage to
equipment from dust or moisture
• Reduces the amount of cabling
run across a facility to each
workstation/operator position
• Clamp design allows box to attach
to a wide range of field equipment
• Lightweight and stack able for
easy mobility
LID
• Transport mode. Latches to the front to prevent dust &
moisture intrusion and I/O panel damage.
• Operational mode. Latches to the back of the box to prevent loss. (Operational mode shown)
DIMPLES
• When boxes are stacked for transport they provide a positive lock.
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SPONSORSHIPS
DRASH is Hero Sponsor at Best
Ranger 2011
Trackside at Panther Racing
Robert Abbott, Business Development was on site to provide assistance during the
races. DRASH will staff all U.S. races with representatives.
DRASH MX shelter used to provide a place of refuge for Ranger Teams to regroup
in between events.
DHS SYSTEMS SERVED AS A HERO LEVEL SPONSOR AT THE 28TH
annual Best Ranger Competition held at Fort Benning, Georgia, which took place
April 15th -17th. During the 3 day competition, DRASH Business Representatives
Kevin Shirey, a former Army Paratrooper and retired First Sergeant, was on hand
with Eddie Hughes, a retired Marine Master Sergeant to provide logistics support
at the competition. Both Kevin and Eddie went through Ranger School and have
earned their Ranger Tab. At the event, several of the company’s shelters were set up
as staging areas to provide a place of refuge for the teams to regroup in between
events.
Started in 1982 and designed by the Ranger Training Department, the
competition can be described as a “Ranger Olympics”, where multiple teams
compete against one another to standards of performance that vastly exceed those
required by the average soldier. The competition places extreme demands on the
team’s physical, mental and technical abilities to determine who will emerge as the
best two-man team. The competitors are not given much opportunity for rest in
between events and must compete at peak performance levels to remain competitive
and avoid elimination. The events consist of an array of tortuous tests requiring
soldiers to march 25 miles after parachuting, river fording, remaining vigilant after
a restless overnight stay while engaging and destroying enemy targets, treating and
evacuating casualties and completing the dreaded Darby Queen obstacle course.
Competitors are not aware of the test sequence until arriving at the testing site,
where they also encounter new surprises they must endure.
The competition has evolved over the past twenty-seven years from one that
was originally created to salute the best two-man “buddy” team in the Ranger
Department at Fort Benning to determine the best two-man team throughout
the entire United States Armed Forces. The competition, which began with 51
teams but was completed by only 32, included first place winners Master Sergeant
Walter Zajkowski and Master Sergeant Eric Turk of U.S. Army Special Operations
Command (USASOC ) with an overall score of 3029.5 hard earned points.
THE COMPANY HAS ONCE
again joined forces with Panther Racing,
a championship-winning motorsports
team in the IZOD Indy Car Series. Since
the beginning of the year, all U.S. races
have been fully staffed with DRASH
Business Development Representatives
and Technicians to help support the
team’s racing efforts as it travels across
the country.
“DRASH has been a remarkable
partner”, said Mike Kitchel, Director
for Public Relations for Panther Racing.
“Last year our hospitality suite was, at
times, unbearably hot, now it is literally
and figuratively the coolest hospitality
suite on the racetrack after DRASH
stepped up to the plate and donated one
of their ECUs. This season, DRASH
has offered their assistance again. Now
attendees will be able to visit their
shelters in the Fan Zone and participate
in a wide-range of activities that will
be housed in their shelters during the
races,” Kitchel went on to explain.
Fans and servicemembers are
encouraged to visit the Panther racing
section to learn more about the Panther
Racing team, where they can also
participate in the interactive Fan Zone
and see firsthand the kind of capabilities
that are available from DRASH.
2011 SCHEDULE
MARCH
APRIL
MAY
JUNE
AUG.
SEPT.
OCT.
27
Streets of St. Petersburg
12:30 pm
10
Barber Motorsports Park
3:00 pm
17
Streets of Long Beach
3:30 pm
29
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Noon
11
Texas Motor Speedway
8:00 pm
19
The Milwaukee Mile
3:30 pm
25
Iowa Speedway
8:00 pm
7
Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
2:00 pm
14
New Hampshire Motor Speedway
3:30 pm
28
Infineon Raceway
4:00 pm
4
Streets of Baltimore
2:00 pm
2
Kentucky Speedway
2:00 pm
16
Las Vegas Motor Speedway
3:00 pm
All times Eastern. Schedule subject to change.
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University of Alabama Takes Delivery of ICPS
DHS SYSTEMS LLC RECENTLY PARTNERED WITH CRIMSON TIDE
Sports Marketing (CTSM), to deliver an ICPS Trailer to the University of Alabama
Department of Intercollegiate Athletics Program painted in the distinguished
crimson and white school colors. DHS Systems, a veteran-owned business with a
major production facility in Tanner, is well known for their line of ICPS Trailers
highly-regarded by National Guard units and first-responders because of its numerous
applications. Traditionally, the ICPS serves as a lightweight, mobile solution
consisting of a state-of-the-art trailer and military-grade shelter used for many
purposes in emergencies. It can be set up in minutes and ensures that users have the
space they need to handle any situation. From an incident command post outfitted
with interoperable communications equipment to a point of distribution (POD)
center able to store all of your medical supplies, the ICP can provide you with the
perfect portable facility to meet your department’s needs. The ICPS is so versatile it
has recently been converted to serve as a hospitality suite used by Wounded Warriors,
members of the Alumni Association and their families at the university.
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The new Incident Command Post System (ICPS) is the perfect solution for many
applications, including a highly-visible tailgating hospitality suite for sports
enthusiasts. The company also makes an ICPS for military recruiting stations.
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DRASH Product Support
Tech Tips
Keeping Your DRASH Equipment Rapidly Deployable Ready
DHS Systems offers a wide range of products and services through our
Regional Support Facilities conveniently located near several major US Army
installations and through our vast network of field representatives strategically
positioned around the globe. DRASH customers should take advantage of our
24/7 support hotline. DRASH customers can also order replacement parts for
individual components, repair kits for systems, deployment kits and schedule
appointments for training, repairs or routine equipment servicing by contacting
their local representative.
To learn more about any DRASH products or services see the last page of
DHS Technologies Reporter for your local representative’s contact information.
Shelters
1. Brush off all excess dirt/ debris with soft bristle brush.
2. Using a cloth, sponge or mop, the shelter can be manually cleaned using
a mixture of warm water and mild household detergents.
3. Remove grease, oil, or other heavy residue stains by scrubbing with
Simple Green or equivalent.
4. Rinse with clean water.
5. Allow shelter ample time to completely dry before repackaging.
Genset
1. Check/change generator fuel, air and oil filters.
2. Check fluid levels. Verify that fluids (i.e., oils, coolants) are at their proper
levels, no discoloration or indication of burning/overheating is present.
3. Check Genset Control Panel fuses.
4. Check all components (i.e.,switches, knobs, meter, lights, thermostat) for
damage. Replace bulbs if necessary.
5. Check radiator associated hoses and clamps for any type of damage or
deterioration. Ensure that hoses are not collapsed, swollen, excessively
soft or spongy. Ensure that no damage or corrosion is present to
associated clamps. Replace hoses and clamps as necessary.
6. Check water pump for cracks, leaks, or other damage. Replace if
necessary.
7. Check battery, cables, battery fuse and warmer. Ensure that all are
securely fastened. Ensure that no physical damage, (i.e., cracks) is
present to battery, cables, associated terminals, battery fuse, and
warmer. Ensure that electrical connections are correct. Ensure that all
are clean and free of excessive dirt, grease and grime. Replace battery,
cables,battery fuse or warmer as necessary.
8. Check muffler, spark arrestor and exhaust pipes for excessive corrosion,
dents, dings, holes, leaks. Replace as necessary. Check all belts and
associated pulleys. Belts should not show any signs of excessive wear,
cracking or other damage. Check belts for proper tension. Pulleys should
not contain any deformities or other signs of physical damage. Replace/
adjust belts as necessary.
ECU
1. Check ECU air filters, verify that filters are clean and free of excessive dirt,
grease and grime. Clean or replace if necessary.
2. Check condenser grill for damage. Check blower motor fan belt. Check for
excessive wear and proper tension. Replace if necessary.
Trailer
1. Check wheels and tires for damage, foreign objects, loose or missing lug
nuts, or unusual tread wear. Verify that tire pressure is correct.
Generally, highway is about 20 psi while off road is about 17 psi.
Replace tire if necessary.
2. Check trailer brakes to include master cylinder. Ensure that trailer brakes
are in proper working order.
3. Check brake hoses. Ensure that hoses are not collapsed, swollen,
excessively soft or spongy. Ensure that no damage, to include cracks
excessive wear is present. Check connections to ensure that no leakage
of brake fluid, excessive corrosion or other wear is present.
4. Check brake fluid. Ensure that brake fluid is full and is not contaminated. If
necessary add brake fluid.
5. Check brake lights for functionality and lens for damage. Replace/repair if
necessary.
6. Check safety chains for insecure mounting, damage, corroded, or loose
hardware. Replace/repair if necessary.
7. Check condition of skid plate/dolly wheel assembly for proper mounting to
landing post or tongue jack. Repair, replace/ if necessary.
8. Check crank handle for proper operation. Verify that no corrosion is
present on mechanism. Grease if necessary.
Remember, maintaining DRASH equipment can be easy following these
simple steps and others in accompanying technical support manuals. You
should always refer to the product’s technical support manual for step by step
care procedures.
DHS Systems offers a wide range of support products and services to ensure
that your equipment is always ready. DRASH spare parts kits, repair kits,
deployment kits and other support can always be provided by contacting
DRASH Regional Support Facilities. Please see last page for contact
information.
To learn more about these and other services or to make an appointment to
have your DRASH equipment inspected and cleaned by our field technicians,
contact the DRASH support team at 877-GO-DRASH or [email protected].
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Representatives are also available at the following
locations and their surrounding areas:
FT. Drum, NY: 315.767.9919
FT. Bragg, NC: 910.425.9614
FT. Stewart, GA: 912.877.3040
FT. Campbell, KY: 270.498.5402
FT. Riley, KS
785.537.8900
FT. Bliss, TX: 915.633.1156
FT. Hood, TX: 254.680.3004
FT. Carson, CO: 719.464.4687
FT. Lewis, WA:
253.964.8586
Germany: +49 160 930 85445
S. Korea:
+010.2962.8275
DHS Systems Int’l.: +44 (0) 1432 277 197
Individual representatives are located at various
other locations throughout the United States and
around the world. To find a representative near you,
visit www.drash.com/ContactUs.
About DHS Technologies LLC
DHS Technologies LLC is a global provider of quick erect/strike mobile shelter systems and accompanying
support equipment for military, medical, government and civilian organizations around the world. It is the parent
company for DHS Systems LLC and DHS Systems International Ltd and holds such brand names as DRASH
Reeves EMS.
Founded in 1984 under the name Deployable Hospital Systems, DHS Systems manufactures the Deployable
Rapid Assembly Shelter (DRASH) system and its components for the military and homeland security.
The company also offers a full line of emergency medical products and accessories through its Reeves EMS
brand, including a line of “turn key” shelter systems designed for emergency response, hospital surge and
decontamination, as well as patient movement equipment. The company’s ICPS provides an independently
operational tactical command post and can be used for numerous other applications by members of the National
Guard, first responders, police, fire rescue personnel and humanitarian relief organizations. DC2E is an advanced
information management system enabling users to extract information directly from the battlefield.
DHS Technologies was formed in 2004 when global private equity firm the Carlyle Group became an investor.
In 2005, DHS Systems International, formerly known as MilSys (UK) Ltd, was acquired as the company’s UK
subsidiary and is a platform to serve customers stretching across the globe, including those located in Europe,
the Middle East and Asia. The company’s continued success is its ability to be innovative, modular, rapidly
deployable, flexible and reliable.
The DHS Technologies Reporter is a quarterly publication written by the company’s Marketing
Communications team to provide up-to-date information about the company and its products.
To submit a story idea, comments or suggestions for the next Reporter, email us at [email protected].
Copyright © 2011, DHS Technologies LLC. All rights reserved.
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In order to better support our customers, DHS
Technologies’ representatives are available through
our 24/7 customer hotline at 877-GO-DRASH or
[email protected].
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