Military Application Products and Services

PF Fishpole Hoists The Fishpole Hoist is a lightweight lifting device for removal and installation of heavy equipment from aircraft. This product provides a boot strap lifting solution for hundreds of military applications on virtually all military aircraft models.

Military Reservoir Servicing Unit Tronair’s Military Reservoir Servicing Unit, NSN 4940-01-504-5279, is designed for the Apache, Blackhawk and Chinook helicopters. It offers a sight glass, sealed fill cap with pressure relief and vacuum break, bulkhead plate for installation of Q.D coupling, transparent return line for purging air and adapter fittings for connecting Q.D. couplings.

AV70 solar-powered LED airfield lights Avlite Systems’ AV70 solar-powered LED airfield lights are setup throughout Iraq by the US Army for strategic installations and across Australia by the Royal Flying Doctor Service for remote emergency airstrips. These completely self-contained units can be installed within minutes, creating reliable, maintenance-free airfields.

High output 12 & 24 volt lights Fire Research Corporations’ Optimum series of emergency scene lighting is now available for the aviation ground support industry. The 150 watt HID ( High Intensity Discharge) is revolutionary for the light it puts out versus the required power. The Optimum has a highly polished reflector, two optimizing mirrors, a large curved front lens and an exclusive ‘head down’ shape that maximizes and focuses 100 percent of the light directly where its needed most. It is engineered for fast restrikes, even when hot. Lamphead mounting options include adjustable telescopic poles, pedestals, roof brackets and recessed boxes.

64251 “Heavy Duty” nozzle The new 64251 “Heavy Duty” nozzle from Carter Ground Fueling offers a self-adjusting pressure loaded nose seal and is leak free under extreme side loads, worn adapters, extreme temperatures and austere conditions. Available with the D-3 universal inlet.

Optima Batteries Military Battery Systems, Inc. offers advanced Spiralcell batteries for military GSE. High power, long life and totally sealed. Also available: power products, conditioner/charger, Navy approved for GSE battery maintenance.

Cargo Restraints-Nets & Straps Cargo Systems Inc. offers cargo restraint nets and tiedown straps including military CGU-1/B straps, helicopter hoist nets and tiedown hardware. Cargo Systems has designs available for aircraft interior cargo restraint and extensive experience in custom designs and OEM coordination.

Solar Powered Aviation Windsock Carmanah Technologies Corp. is a manufacturer of solar-powered LED lighting and solar power systems for the aviation industry. Combining Carmanah’s Microsource™ and solar technology with an internally lit swivel windsock system, Carmanah’s windsock solar lighting features high visibility, easy installation and zero maintenance regardless of environmental conditions.

AGE Casters and Wheels For more than 50 years, Albion Industries has been manufacturing casters and wheels serving many markets including the aviation/ground support and automotive. Many products are available with 24-hour shipping with the Caster Express Program. Albion is the exclusive caster and wheel manufacturer of Vulkollan and the Never-Flat Tires in North America.

Safe-T-Alert 2200 The new Safe-T-Alert 2200 forward horns from Superior Signals produce a 107dB continuous tone when activated. The horns measure 4x2x3.5 inches and are built with encapsulated solid state electronics. The 2200 Series horns feature a black ABS housing that resists moisture, dust and vibration and can be sprayed clean. The horns survive in temperatures ranging from -40 to 165 degrees farenheit and operatewith voltages from 12 to 48, requiring only an input current of .4A at 28 VDC.

Industrial Size Aero Kroil Based on a scientific discovery at Kano Laboratories, Kroil creeps into millionth inch spaces, dissolves rust and lubricates to loosen frozen metal parts. Kroil is now available in a new 16.5oz. economical industrial size for sale direct to industry. Guaranteed to meet your expectations whatever they may be. Kroil is available in aerosol and bulk. No minimum order.

Electric Towbarless Tug JETporter, A Tronair Company, offers electric towbarless tugs to move aircraft safely and efficiently. The tugs are very maneuverable, have a tight turning radius and ample power and torque. Models range in towing capacity from 30,000 to 100,000 pounds. The tugs are designed to SAE specifications and are OEM approved.

SUPERIOR® InstantHeat™ aircraft ground deicers SDI Aviation designs, manufactures, distributes and supports the SUPERIOR® line of aircraft ground service equipment from its 44,000 square foot facility in Nackawic, New Brunswick. SDI is continuously striving to improve its product line with innovative features that provide the industry with reliable, efficient and affordable ground service equipment solutions. Its worldwide customer base includes aircraft manufacturers such as Boeing and Bombardier; airlines such as Air France, Asiana, Korean and Southwest Airlines; couriers such as DHL Worldwide; and airport authorities. Military customers include the United States Army, United States Air National Guard, United States Marine Corps, NATO and the UK Royal Air Force.

Electrical Load Banks Avtron Manufacturing Inc, is a supplier of ground support equipment, electrical load banks for testing ground power units and auxiliary power units, hydraulic test carts for aircraft hydraulic systems and electrical bonding meters for testing aircraft electrical bonds. Avtron’s equipment is designed for flight line and aircraft hanger applications.

400Hz-28Vdc Compact Diesel GPU Guinault’s range of ground support equipment includes a new generation of compact GPU, specific helicopter GPUs, frequency converters, air conditioning units and air starters. The new 400Hz-28Vdc diesel GPU is the most compact and light in the market insuring excellent handling and aero-transportability.

GlowSkin Active Illumination System Working both the airside and landside of airport operations can be dangerous, particularly at night or in inclement weather. That’s why Safe Lites built its GlowSkin™ Active Illumination Systems right into their BeaconWear™ safety vests. At the touch of a button, BeaconWear lights up to complement the reflective materials, thereby exceeding the ANSI Class 2 standard for high visibility safety garments.

Standby Compass Calibrator (SCC) The Firstmark Aerospace Standby Compass Calibrator eliminates need for physical rotation of aircraft to perform calibration of the standby compass. It cancels the local effect of the Earth’s magnetic field at standby compass location and adds a standard magnetic field which can be rotated to simulate aircraft heading, permitting compass error to be identified without physical rotation.

Blast-Safe™ Jet-Blast/Perimeter Security Fencing Transpo Industries’ Blast-Safe™ fence protects airport assets and features:

Double-Reverse Corrugated
(DRC) galvanized steel fabric
Safely diffuses jet-blast streams
Glare screen protection
Narrow profile, good for “tight” locations
Modular construction assures quick turn-around time
Custom designed for specific site

Portable Evaporative Coolers Coolspace introduces the CS5-48-2B, the largest and coolest 48-inch model of its kind. Built to cool down the big jobs with a 64 gallon water reservoir (no hose needed) and a thick 8-inch edge coated cooling media to give off temperature drops. It has a low water shut-off to protect the water pump and a powerful two-speed fan motor pushing 19,400 CFM’s, capable of cooling down large areas for a minimal cost.

Mohawk Lifts Mohawk Lifts is a supplier for government, state, utility and fleet lifting requirements. Mohawk’s products are based on a combination of safety systems, design, construction and an inclusive warranty. Mohawk offers environmentally safe, above-ground service lifts with capacities ranging from 6,000 to 320,000 pounds.

Desert TFX Hot Rough Out The new Desert TFX Hot incorporates Danner’s own Hot technology, specially created with a breathable Dri-Lex liner to reduce heat fatigue and perform in the extreme conditions of urban and desert combat. In addition, it’s constructed of durable rough out leather that meets tough military specifications.

50-foot Welding Cable Reel Reelcraft Industries new lighter weight reel for gas welding applications offers easy storage of welding cable, allowing longer cable service life while providing an extra edge for safety. The STW3450 OLP holds 50 feet of 1/4-inch twin welding hose for use with oxygen/acetylene gasses. Features include a snap ring that exposes seals in the event they should need replacement, corrosion resistant outer casing made from tough, UV-stabilized polypropylene material and a long-life drive spring is made from high-grade spring steel and conditioned to remove imperfections.

Aircraft Oxygen & Nitrogen systems AERO Specialties manufactures three-bottle and four-bottle oxygen and nitrogen systems for aircraft servicing. Systems can be configured according to customer requirements and can include boosters, regulators, adapters, service gauges and spare parts kits.

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