AeroArmor Vehicles Ltd. to manufacture armored vehicles

[3rd Herd]

Attention Business Editors:

Aerofoam Metals Inc. establishes AeroArmor Vehicles Ltd. to manufacture armored vehicles
    MISSISSAUGA, ON, July 19 /CNW/ - Aerofoam Metals Inc. (OTC: AFML)
(www.aerofoammetals.com) is pleased to announce that it has established
AeroArmor Vehicles Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary, for the purpose of
manufacturing, marketing, and distributing various classes of armored vehicles
for a variety of specialized applications.
    AeroArmor Vehicles Ltd. (www.aeroarmorvehicles.com) will manufacture 6
classes of armored vehicles and 1 armored amphibious unit - Strathcona(TM),
Hussar(TM), Vandoos(TM), Stegos(TM), Cambrian(TM), Garry Horse(TM), and Swamp
Fox(TM) - each with customized elements for the final use.
    "We are going at this very aggressively to establish AeroArmor Vehicles
Ltd. as the pre-imminent armored vehicle company in the industry. Utilizing
Aerometal(TM) will enable AeroArmor to manufacturer lighter, faster vehicles
for maximum evasion and avoidance capability while offering superior ballistic
and blast mitigation attributes. The Aerometal(TM) will give us this distinct
competitive edge in the industry. We will be building up and out as quickly as
possible to supply the great demand in the marketplace," said Paul Colacci,
President and Head of Product Demand for Aerofoam Metals Inc.http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/July2007/19/c8109.html

Further: http://www.aeroarmorvehicles.com/classes.html

Classes Of Vehicles:

A) Light Armor Patrol Vehicles

Designed for reconnaissance, patrol, convoy, and quick response situations. Vehicles are fast moving with maximum ballistic and superior anti-blast protection ensuring top speed for evasion, avoidance, maneuverability, and mobility to make it the choice of this class vehicle. Vehicles are configured for varying number of occupants.

(i) Strathcona - 6 persons
(ii) Hussar - 8 persons
(iii) Vandoos - 10 - 12 persons
B) Troop Carriers - Stegos

Larger troop carrier with the ability to achieve higher speeds due to lightweight anti-blast protection while maintaining optimal ballistic protection.

C) Tactical Response, Strategic Site Security, Asset Protection, Health Services - Cambrian

Custom models adaptable for specific special use applications.

D) Reconstruction - Garry Horse

Ultimate protection for operators of construction/reconstruction equipment.

E) Amphibious/Watercraft - Swamp Fox

Specialized armored protected amphibious and watercraft units.

All Classes of vehicles will be outfitted with:

a proprietary walled ballistic and anti-blast matrix configuration
a proprietary seat protection configuration for operator or driver

 

[ArmyRick]

Interesting. i checked out the web site and noticed they do not even have concept drawings or anything like that.

 

[3rd Herd]

Interesting. i checked out the web site and noticed they do not even have concept drawings or anything like that.

It looks like they are looking for investors:

Forward Looking Caution

Statements included in this press release which are not historical in nature, are intended to be, and are hereby identified as “Forward Looking Statements” for purposes of safe harbor provided by Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward Looking Statements may be identified by words including “anticipate”, “await”, “envision”, “foresee”, “aim at”, “believe”, “intends”, “estimates” including without limitation, those relating to the company’s future business prospects, are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the Forward Looking Statements. Readers are directed to the company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission for additional information and a presentation of the risks and uncertainties that may affect the company’s business and results of operations.http://www.aerofoammetals.com/Press%20release%20-%20July%2019,%202007.htm

 

[Staff Weenie]

I'm not an expert in this sort of industry, but doesn't it take huge financial backing to be able to develop a world-class armoured vehicle?

Over the last 10 yrs of looking at Jane's Defence etc, it looks like many of the major manufacturers have been forming joint ventures or even mergers due to the immense financial burdens involved. If somebody popped up out of nowhere, and said that in a realistic timeframe, and with no prior experience, they could develop a vehicle far superior to the LAVs, etc, I'd be very suspicious of their potential for success....

 

[Blackadder1916]

On first glance, I too am somewhat skeptical of a company suddenly jumping up and stating that they are going to start manufacturing a range of armoured vehicles, especially when they assign names to the vehicles before it appears project definition even begins (more so when the names appear chosen to appeal to Canadian military heartstrings and may not have any effect on the more potential overseas customer).  But due to the world situation, there is an increased market for these products, so it is not surprising that someone wants a piece of the pie.

AeroArmor, or more appropriately AeroFoam Metals seem to be making this step based solely on its 'metal process' and not on any experience it has in combat vehicle design.  They do, however, have some experience with their product in armoured vehicles.

 

[FoverF]

I expect they'll face stiff competition from conmpanies like Stavatti Heavy Industries

http://www.stavatti.com/index.html

;D

 

[Franko]

Hmmm...wonder how they can trademark a Regiment's name or nickname....

Regards