Hot Zone Solutions chooses Avon Protection

Following an extensive evaluation process, Hot Zone Solutions GmbH has selected the adaptable ST53™ multi-role modular Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) system as its respiratory solution of choice.

 Founded by former NBC Defence Officers with UNSCOM, UNMOVIC and OPCW experience, Hot Zone Solutions provides the World’s most realistic and practice oriented commercial CBRNE training and consultancy. It is the only organisation to provide live agent training on such a basis. Each part of its service has been designed to supply first responders, military and security personnel with the knowledge, skills and abilities to work confidently and safely in a toxic environment.

Hot Zone Solutions have chosen the ST53™ to be a part of the essential PPE staff should wear during such demonstrations as its Live Agent training, as well as for the CBRNE security it provides at large events and conferences. The ST53™ combines Avon Protection Systems’ FM53™ mask with new and innovative modular breathing apparatus technology to provide positive pressure SCBA and/or PAPR capability, making it the perfect fit.

Depending on the threat or operational circumstances at the scene of an incident, ST53™ can be configured to provide the ideal protection mode. Seamless transition between filter (APR) protection (negative pressure) and SCBA protection (positive pressure) ensures operatives can maximise their time on scene, whilst ensuring that the very highest levels of protection are available. It is available with a wide variety of accessories, such as Voice Projection Units and communication systems, which can be attached without the need for connecting devices.

 Dieter Rothbacher of Hot Zone Solutions explains: “Here at Hot Zone Solutions, we are focused on providing first class chemical, biological and radiological agent training to the law enforcement, emergency response and security communities. As a part of developing and delivering our specialised training, we require proven PPE that can withstand a CBRNE toxic environment. Avon’s ST53™ is ideal in such situations due to its flexibility and total protection.”

 Matt Evans, Avon Protection’s Sales & Marketing Director, adds: “In today’s constantly evolving CBRNE threat scenarios, courses such as Live Agent training are a very important part of first responders’ preparation for dealing with very real emergencies. As a part of the essential PPE required, the ST53™ has been designed to respond to the different toxic challenges quickly and efficiently, meaning the user does not need to leave the scene when the circumstances change. I am certain that our innovative respiratory solution will prove a huge success for Hot Zone Solutions.”    

 For further information on these and other key respiratory equipment, please visit www.avon-protection.com.

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Media contact at Avon Protection: Andy Parker on (0)1225 896556 or andy.parker@avon-rubber.com

 About Avon Protection:

Avon Protection, an Avon Rubber p.l.c. company, is a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of CBRN respiratory protection equipment. Avon has been supplying respirators to the UK Ministry of Defence and other NATO allies for over 80 years and is the sole supplier of military respirators to the US armed forces, supplying the M50 Joint Service General Purpose Mask. With new conflicts and threat scenarios creating additional daily risks for individuals in military, law enforcement, first responder and emergency service applications, Avon Protection maintains a market leading position by investing in continual research and development to meet changing operational requirements.