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EaglePicher Technologies Receives Contract To Support Automated Manufacturing Of Missile Batteries
Joplin MO (SPX) Dec 06, 2007 EaglePicher Technologies has received a $2.9 million defense contract as part of the 2008 Defense Appropriations Bill. This government contract will fund the qualification of new missile, portable power and Department of Defense batteries at EaglePicher Technologies' new automated facility in Pittsburg, Kan. The new 30,000-square- foot facility positions EaglePicher at the forefront of U.S.-based battery suppliers for defense-related programs. "This funding will support EaglePicher as we identify new battery programs over the next three years and qualify them to be produced in our new automated production facility," said John Bennett, EaglePicher Technologies vice president and general manager. "Automated manufacturing provides the government benefits in areas of cost containment, quality control, production repeatability and speed to market. This further demonstrates EaglePicher's commitment to providing the Department of Defense with the most reliable products, every time, and on time." EaglePicher batteries are used to supply electrical power for missiles, bombs, fuses, sub munitions, guided projectiles, satellites and aviation applications used by the U.S. military. Community Email This Article Comment On This Article Related Links EaglePicher Technologies Orbital Sciences The latest in Military Technology for the 21st century at SpaceWar.com
Rafael Upgrades German Eurofighters With Litening Navigation And Targeting Pods
Haifa, Israel (SPX) Dec 06, 2007Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. will provide the German Air Force with Litening navigation and targeting pods for its Tornado Eurofighters. The $25M deal is a follow-up to the German's previous order for a similar amount. The Litening is one of the most advanced navigation and targeting pods available today. |
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