BlastGard International Inc. (OTCBB: BLGA) creates designs, develops, manufactures and markets proprietary blast mitigation materials. The company uses its patent-pending BlastWrap to create new, finished products or existing products. The BlastWrap concept was designed to reduce damage to valuable assets from explosions at facilities such as airports and other high-volume areas.
The creator of blast mitigation products and services today announced receipt of a $700,000 purchase agreement for 156 BlastGard MTR blast-mitigated receptacles for a major United States airport, where the receptacles will be installed.
“Receptacles, which are a necessity for waste management, pose a serious threat to public safety considering how easily they can conceal an explosive device. The installation of these blast mitigating receptacles is another step toward USA airports’ emphasis on safety, reliability, enhanced cleanliness and improved customer service,” Jim Gordon, chairman of BlasGard stated in the press release.
Gordon said the purchase order opens the door to the airport security market after one year of marketing efforts. “We believe that this is only the first of many orders from airports throughout the USA,” Gordon stated.
Results of the final testing of the BlastGard MBR Gard Cart (Mobile Suspect Package Removal Unit), which houses BlastGard’s MBR 300, gives the company confidence in its decision to ramp up production for its products. Designed for situations involving bomb threats, or when dealing with suspicious objects, the MBR Gard Cart has caught the attention of various airport security personnel. The company anticipates launching a full sales initiative within the next 90 days.
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