Texas Air National Guard

U.S. Air Force Selects Somewear Labs to Maximize Interoperability and Ensure Critical Situational Awareness

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Mittwoch, Dezember 13, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Somewear Labs, the technology company enabling critical communications for defense, public safety, and commercial frontline teams, announced it has received a $1.8 million contract from the U.S. Air Force. This award builds on the company's AFWERX SBIR Phase II contract through the Tactical Funding Increase (TACFI) program. This initiative integrates Somewear's existing commercial capabilities across USAF mounted and dismounted communications and networking systems, enhancing the full spectrum of Special Tactics (ST), Personnel Recovery (PR), and Terminal Attack Control (TAC) operations. The award comes in collaboration with the Special Warfare community across the National Guard and active duty units.

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  • The award comes in collaboration with the Special Warfare community across the National Guard and active duty units.
  • New missions and threats will require units to deploy faster, identify threats quicker, and survey areas further.
  • Through this contract with the U.S. Air Force, Somewear Labs will deliver enhanced capabilities to further integrate into the TAK ecosystem and other government systems providing critical interoperability between dismounted personnel and Air Support Operations Centers.
  • "With this contract, we are able to build on our interoperable solutions to break down communication barriers, redefine interagency collaboration, and ensure operators always maintain situational awareness, communications, and operational effectiveness."

Tekniam Partners with Rivada for Emergency Communications & Disaster Recovery

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Mittwoch, Dezember 6, 2023
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MUNICH and DENVER, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tekniam, a US based company providing emergency connectivity for disaster response and recovery, is partnering with Rivada Space Networks to use The OuterNET to provide a resilient and easy to deploy network that saves lives and livelihoods when normal communications fail.

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  • Even when not physically damaged by the disaster itself, existing communication channels are frequently overwhelmed by users.
  • Rivada's OuterNET™ is also particularly well suited for the low latency and secure connectivity required to support disaster recovery.
  • By using Rivada's OuterNET, Tekniam can provide an emergency network for businesses to get back on their feet and fully function to prevent major business interruptions.
  • Rivada Networks has previously provided award-winning emergency communication services in the US to customers including the National Guard and leading police forces".

North Texas Food Bank Honors Outstanding Supporters and Volunteers

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Freitag, Oktober 20, 2023
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Dallas, TX, Oct. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) recognized top supporters and volunteers at its annual Golden Fork Awards ceremony.

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  • Dallas, TX, Oct. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) recognized top supporters and volunteers at its annual Golden Fork Awards ceremony.
  • “The North Texas Food Bank is fortunate to have such rich community support in our mission of closing the hunger gap in North Texas.
  • The Jan Pruitt Legacy Award is given to a Food Bank employee or an employee of one of our partner agencies and it honors NTFB’s late CEO Jan Pruitt, who led the North Texas Food Bank for 20 years.
  • The award was presented to Dr. Valerie Hawthorne, who served as Director of Government Relations of the North Texas Food Bank for seven years.

Tom Rechtin Heating & Air Recognized as "Patriotic Employer" by the Secretary of Defense Office

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Freitag, September 1, 2023
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The "Patriotic Employer" award is a testament to Tom Rechtin Heating & Air's dedication to both its employees and the nation.

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  • The "Patriotic Employer" award is a testament to Tom Rechtin Heating & Air's dedication to both its employees and the nation.
  • One shining example of this commitment is Ed Krift, Jr., a dedicated employee of Tom Rechtin Heating & Air since 1997.
  • This steadfast encouragement, understanding, and unwavering support not only exemplifies the values of Tom Rechtin Heating & Air but also contributes to the greater fabric of our nation's defense.
  • "We are deeply honored to receive the 'Patriotic Employer' recognition," said Tom Rechtin, Jr., President at Tom Rechtin Heating & Air.

HII One of 37 Companies Awarded $32.5 Billion U.S. Air Force Training Systems Acquisition IV Contract

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Dienstag, Juni 13, 2023
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McLEAN, Va., June 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Mission Technologies division was one of 37 companies awarded the U.S. Air Force Training Systems Acquisition (TSA) IV contract.

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  • McLEAN, Va., June 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Mission Technologies division was one of 37 companies awarded the U.S. Air Force Training Systems Acquisition (TSA) IV contract.
  • The indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ), multiple-award contract has a 10-year ordering period with a potential value of $32.5 billion.
  • “This contract further expands the opportunity for HII to provide the U.S. Air Force with crucial training systems and support for the mission.”
    Under the TSA IV contract, HII will have the opportunity to provide analysis, design, development, production, installation, integration, test, database generation and sustainment to address requirements unique to each platform’s mission and unique training needs.
  • “Our team has the expertise to optimize systems and platforms to provide aircrews with the most realistic training environments that prepare them for any situation.

Texas A&M Health Prepares Next Generation of Emergency Medical Responders

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Montag, März 6, 2023
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For 15 years, Texas A&M Health has been at the forefront of this training with its annual Disaster Day simulation.

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  • For 15 years, Texas A&M Health has been at the forefront of this training with its annual Disaster Day simulation.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230306005685/en/
    Texas A&M Health School of Nursing students triage patients during the 15th annual Texas A&M Health Disaster Day emergency response training simulation on March 3.
  • This year, Texas A&M Health collaborated with St. Joseph Health and the United States Military to enhance the simulation.
  • The United States Air Force 59th Air Medical Wing and Texas Air National Guard 136th Airlift Wing provided medical evacuations by airplane, while St. Joseph Health Air Med 12 facilitated airlifts via a helicopter.

DataShapes Announces Formation of Strategic Advisory Board

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Mittwoch, Februar 22, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DataShapes, Inc., an edge solutions company, today announced the formation of a strategic advisory board comprised of distinguished members of the defense community. The board will provide insight, leadership, and expertise to facilitate growth and innovation at the company. Founded in 2020, DataShapes continues to expand its focus of delivering AI-driven solutions to the defense industry in global intelligence, electronic warfare, active and passive monitoring and field intelligence.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DataShapes, Inc., an edge solutions company, today announced the formation of a strategic advisory board comprised of distinguished members of the defense community.
  • The board will provide insight, leadership, and expertise to facilitate growth and innovation at the company.
  • "I am thrilled to join as a founding member of the DataShapes Strategic Advisory Board," said Major General Paul Weaver.
  • I look forward to influencing their expanding suite of ground-breaking products that support the strategic priorities of the DoD."

NOMAD Joins Team Selected by U.S. Department of Defense to Research Microgrid Energy Solutions for National Guard Facilities

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Dienstag, Februar 7, 2023
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“When we set out to design NOMAD, one of our first goals was to create a product that would deliver unrivaled emergency response capabilities,” said NOMAD Director Jay Bellows.

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  • “When we set out to design NOMAD, one of our first goals was to create a product that would deliver unrivaled emergency response capabilities,” said NOMAD Director Jay Bellows.
  • The effort comes in response to high energy infrastructure costs at National Guard sites across the U.S.
  • The EPRI research team will explore how advances in electricity, heating and cooling, and energy management can offer solutions for the National Guard.
  • “Our commitment is to deliver units assembled here in the United States to bring reliability and on-demand power to the National Guard.”

PlexTrac Adds Cybersecurity Powerhouse to Board of Directors

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Mittwoch, Januar 18, 2023
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BOISE, Idaho, Jan. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PlexTrac, the penetration test reporting and collaboration platform making security teams more efficient and effective, today announced that cybersecurity industry leader Stuart (Stu) Solomon has joined the Board of Directors.

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  • BOISE, Idaho, Jan. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PlexTrac, the penetration test reporting and collaboration platform making security teams more efficient and effective, today announced that cybersecurity industry leader Stuart (Stu) Solomon has joined the Board of Directors.
  • Of the appointment to PlexTrac's board, Solomon said, "PlexTrac is on an exciting trajectory and fulfilling a much-needed gap in the industry.
  • I'm honored to lend my experience to their board to support their critical mission of helping cybersecurity professionals win the right security battles."
  • "I am beyond excited to gain Stu as a member of the PlexTrac Board," said Dan DeCloss, founder and CEO of PlexTrac.

Trident Systems Incorporated to exhibit at the NGAUS 144th General Conference and Exhibition

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Montag, August 15, 2022
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FAIRIFAX, Va., Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trident Systems will exhibit at the NGAUS trade show, booth number 1252, from August 26th to August 29th 2022, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio, featuring their handheld tactical voice bridge, the Mini-Secure Communications Controller (Mini-SCC).

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  • Trident Systems Incorporated will present radio interoperability solutions at the National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS) 144th General Conference and Exhibition, booth number 1252, on 26 - 29 August 2022 in Columbus, Ohio.
  • Trident Systems is a NGAUS corporate member, and regularly works with the National Guard to improve communications with coalition partners, public safety, and other non-governmental organizations.
  • Trident Systems is a veteran-owned small business that delivers innovative and affordable technology solutions for critical government and commercial needs.
  • Trident develops products in two primary focus areas: Integrated C4I Systems and Electronic Systems .