Department of Homeland Security opts for Arotech Training and Simulation systems

Jan. 1, 2008
Officials at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) required high-fidelity, interactive systems with which to ensure the comprehensive and effective training of homeland security personnel.

Officials at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) required high-fidelity, interactive systems with which to ensure the comprehensive and effective training of homeland security personnel. They selected driver-training systems from Arotech Corp.’s Training and Simulation Division in Ann Arbor, Mich.

Arotech’s Training and Simulation Division develops, manufactures, and markets advanced, high-tech, multimedia and interactive digital solutions for use-of-force and driver training of military, law enforcement, security, municipal, and private industry personnel. Arotech’s Training and Simulation Division encompasses FAAC Inc. and IES Interactive Training Inc.

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Arotech’s IES Interactive Training subsidiary won new U.S. DHS orders totaling more than $3.2 million. In fact, one DHS agency has procured 55 of the company’s MILO Range simulation systems over a 12-month period.

IES Interactive Training’s interactive driver-training systems incorporate vehicle simulator technology to enable training in situational awareness, risk analysis and decision-making, emergency reaction and avoidance procedures, and conscientious equipment operation. The division’s use-of-force training products and services help organizations train personnel in safe, productive, and realistic environments. The division also provides pilot decision-making support software for the F-15, F-16, F-18, and JSF aircraft, as well as simulation models for the ACMI/TACTS air combat training ranges.

For additional information, visit Arotech Corp. online at www.arotech.com.

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