Universal Guardian Holdings Announces Strategic Plans to Increase Focus in Non-Lethal Defense Products.Business Editors COSTA MESA Costa Mesa (kŏs`tə mā`sə), city (1990 pop. 96,357), Orange co., S Calif., on the Pacific south of Santa Ana; inc. 1953. It is a transportation, residential, and light industrial center. , Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 1, 2004 Universal Guardian Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB OTCBB See OTC Bulletin Board (OTCBB). :UGHO UGHO Universal Guardian Holdings, Inc ), a provider of integrated homeland security Noun 1. Homeland Security - the federal department that administers all matters relating to homeland security Department of Homeland Security executive department - a federal department in the executive branch of the government of the United States and personal defense solutions, today announced its 2004 strategic plans to increase its focus and investments in multi-dimension non-lethal and less-lethal weapons program through its subsidiary, Shield Defense Corporation. Shield Defense Corporation's new product range offers law enforcement, military, and consumers effective non-lethal and less-lethal defense products designed for a multitude of threat environments Shield Defense Corp.'s defense product portfolio include Cobra StunLight(TM), a patent-pending ruggedized flashlight, delivering a high-pressure stream of debilitating de·bil·i·tat·ing adj. Causing a loss of strength or energy. Debilitating Weakening, or reducing the strength of. Mentioned in: Stress Reduction chemical deterrent and LED light source integrated with laser targeting; a U.S. Navy patented non-lethal projectile projectile something thrown forward. projectile syringe see blow dart. projectile vomiting forceful vomiting, usually without preceding retching, in which the vomitus is thrown well forward. system and projectile launcher pistol; and a patented amplified acoustic device, called The Acoustic Defender. Cobra StunLight(TM) In October of 2003, Universal Guardian submitted its application to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for its proprietary non-lethal flashlight, Cobra StunLight(TM). The Cobra StunLight(TM) flashlight is a non-lethal, ruggedized flashlight that uses high-intensity LED light source and a built-in laser aiming device to identify and mark its target. Users of this device can defend themselves within 21 feet of their assailant by releasing high-pressure chemical stream through the flashlight. This device can accurately and effectively target and temporarily blind and paralyze par·a·lyze v. To affect with paralysis; cause to be paralytic. attackers, while enabling users to remain at a safer distance. "The Cobra StunLight is a breakthrough development for non-lethal defense products. Military, security guards, law enforcement officials and individuals can use this product for applications ranging from self-defense to crowd control, while minimizing the accidental death that is caused by today's less-lethal weapon products," stated Michael Skellern, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Universal Guardian Holdings. Python Projectile Launcher The Python Projectile Launcher, a non-lethal semi-automatic pistol A semi-automatic pistol is a type of handgun that can be fired in semi-automatic mode, firing one cartridge for each pull of the trigger. This type of firearm uses a single chamber and a single barrel, which remain in a fixed linear orientation relative to each other while being , has been developed, based on the exclusive licensing of U.S. Navy's non-lethal frangible fran·gi·ble adj. Capable of being broken; breakable. See Synonyms at fragile. [Middle English, from Old French, from Medieval Latin frangibilis, from Latin frangere, to break projectile patent that was assigned to Universal Guardian. The Python Projectile Launcher has the capacity of 10-shots or 180-round carbine carbine Light, short-barreled rifle. The first carbines, from the muzzle-loading muskets of the 18th century to the lever-action repeaters of the 19th, were chiefly cavalry weapons or saddle firearms for mounted frontiersmen. and can be supplied with a laser aiming device for better precision and accuracy. This launcher has an exceptional and effective range for a 9 inch circle at a 54 plus feet distance. "Our law enforcement and military personnel are increasingly called upon to manage volatile situations without the potential for escalation and accidental death of using live firearms. The Python Projectile Launcher is a versatile, effective tool for a wide variety of law enforcement and crowd control scenarios. This product meets the increasing demand for cost effective methods for individuals to protect themselves, while keeping their families safe from lethal weapons," commented Michael Skellern. "Universal Guardian continues to strengthen its relationships with the U.S. Navy and remains in good standing on this license," stated Michael J. Skellern. The projectile patent, No. 6145441, assigned to Universal Guardian by the U.S. Secretary of Navy, is an exclusive licensing agreement for 20 years, starting in 1998, that includes the right to six different projectiles based on, PAVA or OC Powder, Olfactory olfactory /ol·fac·to·ry/ (ol-fak´ter-e) pertaining to the sense of smell. ol·fac·to·ry adj. Of, relating to, or contributing to the sense of smell. Stimuli, Inert Liquid, Glass Shattering, Marking and Kinetic Impact. The Acoustic Defender The Acoustic Defender is a patented amplified acoustic device that delivers clear and audible broadcast warnings in any language at ranges up to 1,000 yards, and can be used as non-lethal use-of-force to debilitate de·bil·i·tate tr.v. de·bil·i·tat·ed, de·bil·i·tat·ing, de·bil·i·tates To sap the strength or energy of; enervate. [Latin d an intruder at ranges from a few feet to 150 yards. Product applications include security perimeters around military bases, port facilities and national borders. "Shield Defense products are designed to offer professionals and consumers the right non-lethal product for the right situation at the greatest standoff distance possible," stated Dennis Cole Dennis Cole (born July 19, 1940 in Detroit, Michigan) is an American actor. Before breaking into acting, Cole was a model for men's physique magazines. His first big acting break came when he landed a starring role in the ABC police drama Felony Squad , President of Shield Defense Corporation. "We believe our immediate non-lethal and less-lethal products provide tremendous growth opportunities for us," commented Michael Skellern. "Universal Guardian Holdings is in the process of negotiating the manufacturing of its projectiles and launchers with contract manufacturers in the U.S. and Asia. Concurrently, we are working to develop the sales and marketing channels to bring these products to the law enforcement, military and consumer markets worldwide." About Shield Defense Corporation Shield Defense Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Guardian Holdings, Inc., designs and produces non-lethal weapons and projectiles that are designed for use in environments where mobility, accuracy, and dependability are paramount, and meet existing consumer, homeland security, military and law enforcement use-of-force requirements. Shield Defense non-lethal weapons will provide military commanders with a variety of offensive and defensive options to address appropriate threat conditions in today's growing security and terrorist environment. About Universal Guardian Holdings, Inc. Universal Guardian and its subsidiary corporations provide products, systems, and services to mitigate security and terrorist threats worldwide. From integrated and intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance systems and interoperable command and control platforms to non-lethal weapons, UGHO companies cover a wide range of security applications and markets, merging cost-effective technology and ease of use, to secure entire threat environments. www.universalguardian.com. Safe Harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. Statement: This news release contains certain forward-looking statements pertaining to future anticipated projected plans, performance and developments, as well as other statements relating to relating to relate prep → concernant relating to relate prep → bezüglich +gen, mit Bezug auf +acc future operations and results. Any statements in this news release that are not statements of historical fact may be considered to be forward-looking statements. Written words such as "may," "will," "expect," "believe," "anticipate," "estimate," "intends," "goal," "objective," "seek," "attempt," or variations of these or similar words, identify forward-looking statements. These statements by their nature are estimates of future results only and involve substantial risks and uncertainties, including those detailed from time to time in Universal Guardian Holdings, Inc.'s reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. There can be no assurance that actual results will not differ materially from expectations. Further information is available on the Company's website: www.universalguardian.com. |
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