Fire fighting helmets and thermal imaging cameras

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introduction:GB SOLO offer the most ergonomically efficient protective helmets and the most versatile and rugged long-range thermal imaging cameras available today. GB SOLO’s technologically advanced designs, with CE Category III PPE approved safety features, bring them to the forefront as the ultimate range when it comes to firefighting, search and rescue and surveillance operations.

Our devices save lives! From the total head protection offered by the SOLOunifit through to the 1km detection range of the thermal imaging cameras, GB SOLO technology has helped both victims and rescuers.

GB SOLO products are unique. When you need total head protection, respiratory protection, two-way radio communication and integrated thermal imaging features in a completely balanced and universally comfortable range of helmets ... then you need a GB SOLO helmet. When you need to identify objects or victims over long distances through darkness, fog, smoke or blinding light, then you need a GB SOLO thermal imaging camera.

Owning a GB SOLO product means that you will benefit from the worldwide supply, technical & sales support, service and repair facilities from the custom built manufacturing facility of GB SOLO Ltd in Scunthorpe, England. Minor running repairs can be undertaken by a local agent, saving down-time.

Everyone from Firefighters, Crash Teams and Marine Rescuers moving quickly to accident sites through to Security Personnel identifying intruders on even the darkest of nights have benefited from GB SOLO products.

Whatever the task, don’t go it alone...go with SOLO.

Fire fighting helmets and thermal imaging cameras

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“GB SOLO’s technologically advanced designs, with CE Category III PPE approved safety features, bring them to the forefront as the ultimate range of protective helmets.” James BrooksMarketing Director GB SOLO Ltd

Fire fighting helmets and thermal imaging cameras

product range:SOLOvision S2

SOLOvision Fire

SOLOvision Fire Hand-held

SOLOvision S&R

SOLOvision Stealth/Combat

SOLOtic

SOLOunifit

SOLOsentry4

Product Development

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British Design Councilaward for innovation

Agencies worldwide. For full details or to arrange a demonstration with a GB Solo representative contact - GB Solo Ltd. Tel: +44 (0)1609 881855 • Fax: +44 (0)1609 881103 • email: sales@gbsolo.co.uk • www.gbsolo.co.uk

Fire fighting helmets and thermal imaging

cameras

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Our cutting-edge technology brings you the smallest fire fighting thermal imaging camera

S2

Half the size of the original SoloVision and the lightestfire fighting TIC in the world

Our lightest and smallest, long wavelength infrared camera core

The SOLOvision S2 can be used as a hands-free unit or it can be hung over the neck like a pair of binoculars using the neck strap. It is the lightest and smallest thermal imaging camera in the World. It is suitable for use with all known breathing apparatus and gas masks. As an all round camera with the capability to monitor for fire / search and rescue of victims, there is no better camera for the job.

Weighing only 750g with the ability to adapt the camera to suit individual requirements, the S2 takes hand held and hands free technology even further.

Specification:

• Direct temperature measurement

with box indicator to show the

measured area

• Scene colourisation with user settable colour scheme

• Time and date on the display

• Battery level indicator

• Customisable start up screen

Optional upgrades available soon:

• Graphical User Interface for setting up the camera

• Worlds first mission profiling imager

• Frame capture and storage

• Video capture and storage

• Digital zoom

• Ambient temperature measurement

• Integrated Internal Battery

British Design Councilaward for innovation

Agencies worldwide. For full details or to arrange a demonstration with a GB Solo representative contact - GB Solo Ltd. Tel: +44 (0)1609 881855 • Fax: +44 (0)1609 881103 • email: sales@gbsolo.co.uk • www.gbsolo.co.uk

Fire fighting helmets and thermal imaging

cameras

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Our cutting-edge technology brings you the smallestand most rugged long range imager available today

S2

Half the size of the original SoloVision and the lightest

TIC in the world!

Our lightest and smallest, long wavelength infrared camera core

The SOLOvision S2 Stealth can be used as a hands-free unit or it can be hung over the neck like a pair of binoculars using the neck strap. It is the lightest and smallest thermal imaging camera in the World. It is suitable for use with all known breathing apparatus and gas masks. As an all round camera the SOLOvision S2 Stealth is ideal for any situation that requires identification of objects over long ranges, through darkness, fog, smoke, or direct bright blinding spot lights.

Weighing only 750g with the ability to adapt the camera to suit individual requirements, the S2 Stealth takes hand held and hands free technology even further.

Specification:

• Direct temperature measurement

with box indicator to show the

measured area

• Scene colourisation with user settable colour scheme

• Time and date on the display

• Battery level indicator

• Customisable start up screen

Optional upgrades available soon:

• Graphical User Interface for setting up the camera

• Worlds first mission profiling imager

• Frame capture and storage

• Video capture and storage

• Digital zoom

• Ambient temperature measurement

• Integrated Internal Battery

THE MOST VERSATILE AND RUGGEDFIRE FIGHTING THERMAL

IMAGING CAMERA AVAILABLE TODAY

FIRE

For fire monitoring operations the SOLOvision Fire will easily identify the beginnings of even a small fire and given the temperatures of the fire base, the SOLOvision Fire will pick up the heat through steel and other metal work.

Any glare from a fire can be quickly identified and the fire suppressed. The SOLOvision Fire will identify exactly the seat of the fire, this camera has been designed specifically for close in fire suppression work.The SOLOvision Fire can be used like a pair of binoculars hung over the neck using the neck strap and is the lightest TIC in the World. However, if the situation calls, the unit can be used as a HANDS FREE fire fighting camera.One of the many benefits of the SOLOvision Fire is that it allows Fire & Rescue Services to move efficiently no matter what conditions are faced.SOLOvision Fire is water resistant, vibration proof and can withstand a flashover of 1000OC for 10 seconds. It is suitable for use with all known breathing apparatus and gas masks. As an all round camera with the capability to monitor for fire / victims there is no better camera for the job.

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• Thermal imaging sensor• Fire watch/suppression• Search and rescue • Industrial disasters• Weighs approx 650g • Water resistant• Vibration proof• Withstand a flashover of 1000oC for 10 seconds

Up to eight hours operation with 2 x fully charged NiMH batteries /Rapid charge facility / Wireless transmission system available

THE MOST VERSATILE AND RUGGEDTHERMAL IMAGING CAMERA

AVAILABLE TODAY

HANDHELD

The SOLOvision Hand-held is a state of the art thermal imaging camera with Virtual Reality Viewing Optics. The lightweight and unique ergonomic design enables both “hands free” or “traditional hand-held” operation.It can be used as an independent unit held and viewed similarly to a pair of binoculars, or as a unit which interfaces and seals against BA face masks, gas masks or helmet visors. SOLOvision Hand-held is waterproof, vibration proof and can withstand a flashover of 1000OC for 10 seconds. The image is picked up through a centrally mounted camera. Even in the thickest smoke with the face mask entirely covered, the image seen by the wearer remains undiminished in quality.

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• Ergonomic design allows for easy handling and use• Lightweight and portable - pass on to colleagues easily• Quick battery replacement and maintenance featuresWeighs approx 850g / Wireless transmission / Can withstand a flashover of 1000oC / Micro bolometer sensor / 4 hours operating time with 6xAA fully charged NiMh batteries / Rapid charge facility / Industrial Fires / Forest Fires / Search and Rescue / Underground Rescue / Available in a range of colours / Optional colour display and temperature gauge.

THE MOST VERSATILE AND RUGGEDLONG RANGE THERMAL IMAGING

CAMERA AVAILABLE TODAY

CAPABLE OF MAN OVERBOARD DETECTION

SEARCH & RESCUE

The SOLOvision Search & Rescue is ideal for any situation from surveillance and vessel security to ‘man overboard’. It can identify objects over long ranges through darkness, fog, smoke, or direct bright blinding spotlights but can still be used for close in operations.

This is the camera in use by the US COAST GUARD for search and rescue. They have used this camera for ‘man overboard’ and missing rafts/holiday makers. With this camera they can quickly identify and rescue the victims. The SOLOvision Search & Rescue can be used like a pair of binoculars hung over the neck using the neck strap and is the lightest TIC in the World. The many benefits of the SOLOvision Search & Rescue allow rescue services to move efficiently no matter the conditions faced, from Crash Teams and Marine Rescuers moving quickly to crash and accident sites, through to Security Personnel identifying intruders even on the darkest nights. SOLOvision Search & Rescue is water resistant and vibration proof. It is suitable for use with all known breathing apparatus and gas masks. It gives clear man detection of up to 1Km. As an all round camera with the capability to monitor for ‘man overboard’, give vessel security and identify objects over long ranges it is second to none.

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• Available in a range of colours• Thermal imaging sensor• Search and rescue • Surveillance• Vessel security operations• Man overboard detection• Identify objects through darkness, fog, smoke and blinding light• 1 Kilometre man detectionWeighs approx 650g / Water resistant / Rapid charge facilityUp to eight hours operation with 2 x fully charged NiMH batteries / Wireless transmission system available / Military operations / Civil disturbances / Riot control / Natural disasters / Anti terrorism / Airborne applications / Surveillance / Prison security / Piracy detection

THE MOST VERSATILE AND RUGGED LONG-RANGE IMAGER

AVAILABLE TODAY

STEALTH/COMBAT

The SOLOvision Stealth/Combat is ideal for any situation that requires identification of objects over long ranges, through darkness, fog, smoke, or direct bright blinding spot lights.

• Matt black tough-wearing finish. • Life-time warranty on shell.• Cordura battery pouch/neck strap with quick and quiet fasteners. • Graticules giving easy distance reference to user.• Tripod mounting system. • Tough wearing forehead mounted switch for illumination of LCD back lights. Once turned on underneath, the viewing optics will NOT illuminate without pressure being placed against the rubber viewing area. This means that the camera will not emit any unwanted light. Every time the user pushes on to the rubber viewing area (activating the LCD back lights) their face will prevent escape of any light in to the surroundings. • Manual focus lens, easy to operate even wearing large gloves. • AA battery packs available as option. Also, solar recharge available for the AA packs.

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Security/SurveillanceThe SOLOvision Stealth/Combat is a

long-range thermal imager, capable of

identifying intruders over 500 metres

away through smoke, fog, darkness

or camouflage.

Border Patrol/LawEnforcementThe SOLOvision Stealth/Combat

operates at its best in the complete

absence of light. This feature makes

it a MUST HAVE for Law Enforcement

and Border Patrol personnel.

Long-Range Man DetectionAble to penetrate smoke and fog,

the SOLOvision Stealth/Combat

can lead crash & fire rescue teams

directly to the crash site or lead

marine rescuers directly to the victims.

Equally important, it can help avoid

accidents along the way and because

it is completely portable, once at the

scene, it can also be used for internal

search and rescue.

Night VisionThe small, portable, and lightweight

SOLOvision Stealth/Combat penetrates

smoke, fog, and complete darkness.

Crash Teams can quickly move to

crash sites. Marine Rescuers can

move quickly and safely to accident

scenes. Security Personnel can identify

intruders even on the darkest nights.

Surveillance Teams can monitor

operation sites in complete safety.

In use in the White House for security issues, by special operations forces and dignitaries.

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• SOLOtic is approved and in use in various applications worldwide.• Padded ear protectors provide additional insulation to enhance radio communication and absorb side impacts.• Images are picked up through the centrally mounted camera.• Thermal images are displayed to the wearer through the augmented viewing lenses.• Glass fibre/kevlar® shell bonded with Class 1 fire retardant resin and Class 1 Gelcoat, will withstand a flashover of over 1000OC for 10 seconds.• Suitable for use with all known breathing apparatus.

Thermal Image System

The SOLOtic is fitted with a centrally mounted thermal camera specifically manufactured for GB SOLO Ltd. The image from the camera is displayed inside the face mask by augmented reality viewing optics. When no smoke is present the fire fighter looks through the optics and in smoke he sees the image in the optics. There is no need to change the eye line in any conditions.

A battery indicator is displayed in the augmented reality viewing optics.The battery is mounted inside the helmet with an operating ON/OFF switch mounted on the side of the helmet. These parameters have been optimised to provide enhanced image performance with longer battery life. Video output is provided by a miniature BNC socket on the battery housing.

The totally unique SOLOtic helmet combines full head and face protection with respiratory protection, “hands free” communications and “hands free” vision.You can identify objects through even the densest smoke by means of a fully integrated thermal imaging camera, which displays the image inside the face mask by augmented reality viewing optics. The ergonomic design gives clean lines to the outside of the helmet leaving nothing protruding which could catch on hanging debris in a fire situation.

HELMETTHE ULTIMATE ALL-IN-1 HELMET

SYSTEM OFFERING PROTECTION, COMMUNICATION AND VISION

The ShellThe one piece shell is hand moulded from tough fire resistant resin with glass cloth and Kevlar® fibre, coated in a Class 1 fire resistant Gelcoat. Impact resistance is provided by a Plastazote foam lining.

The shell incorporates a fully adjustable “skull cap” type head harness with neck strap, which affords the wearer good comfort even in long periods of wearing. A full Nomex® neck skirt slides into a rail on the lower edge of the shell and rests on the fire fighters shoulders.

The Face MaskThe face seal is hand formed neoprene bonded onto a G.R.P. former, designed to fit all face sizes with comfort and act as a suspension point to prevent side impacts breaking the face seal.

A full, wide vision Lexan® Polycarbonate visor is provided which is twice the thickness, 4mm, of a standard breathing apparatus face mask, giving the wearer increased protection against facial impacts.

A front port “unifit” demand valve adapter, which can be fitted with a range of different connectors, takes the supplied air through two inhale ports, in the lower section of the face seal, up the inside of the visor to ensure no misting, then through inhale valves in the inner mask for the wearer to breathe. The exhaled air is then expelled via an exhale valve, mounted under

the wearers chin. Having the exhale valve under the helmet also helps to prevent misting when the fire fighter is wearing a gas tight chemical suit.

A passive speech transmitter is fitted to the front of the visor to enhance normal voice communications between members of the fire team. The SOLOtic is “CE” Approved. Certificate Number 1719.

Communications PackageIt is essential in fire fighting situations that the fire fighter and his control can communicate clearly. The package comprises twin speakers mounted in ear pads, a microphone assembly mounted inside the inner mask and a helmet mounted with optional waist belt ‘press-to-talk’ transmit switch. A lead and radio connect facility plug complete the package. We can supply facility plugs for most makes of radio.

Technical Specifications• Intelligent Battery: Nickel metal hydride battery with integrated

electronics which allows the battery to self-protect via thermistors and self-resetable current overload fuse.

• Sensor: Centrally Mounted Micro Bolometer Sensor.• Viewing Optics: Augmented Reality Viewing optics mounted

inside the camera shell. Twin LCDs (180,000 pixels) and prismatic optics giving an indirect virtual image approaching infinity obviating need for sight correction aids.

• Field of Vision: Diagonally 50 degrees.

Case Helmet

Neck Skirt Battery Pack

HELMETTECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

HELMET

It is little wonder that the majority of the F1 Grand Prix refueling crew wear the SOLOunifit helmet.

The unique SOLOunifit integrated fire helmet combines full head, face and respiratory protection with “hands free” communications. The SOLOunifit is easily donned and can be adapted for most makes of breathing apparatus and radio systems.

Clean lines of the hand moulded outer shell helps prevent hanging debris catching and pulling on the helmet. The face seal is designed to fit all face sizes comfortably and act as a suspension point to prevent side impacts breaking the seal.

The Communications system is operated by a helmet mounted ‘press-to-talk’ transmission switch. Helmets are supplied with BA and Comms interfaces to suit your equipment. They are CE Approved with EN 443 /136 and 137 certification. The helmet shell is available in a range of colours to suit your company profile and a cap lamp is also available as an optional extra.

The SOLOunifit has also become the favourite head protection for the majority of the world’s cruise ships and Navies.

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Used On-board By:

TOTAL HEAD PROTECTION WITH INTEGRATED RESPIRATORY AND

COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

SENTRY4

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The Ultimate Life Support System - combining helmet, umbilical cable, communications console, command console and a 10 minute escape set.

SOLOsentry4 Life Support system is the ONLY such system certified as CE PPE Category III approved, making it the system of choice for catalyst handling companies worldwide, and frequently making it the only Life Support system permitted by the end-user client for inert atmosphere entry.

Each technician wears a locking, two-piece clam-shell helmet with adjustable head harness and neck strap, integrated face seal with wide visor, incorporating an inner mask and two independently operating demand valves. A positive pressure exhalation valve is mounted underneath to keep the mask free from dust, debris and misting. The helmet also contains an intrinsically safe communications headset with twin speakers, microphone assembly and plug for connection to the communications line within the umbilical.

Communications Command ConsoleThe Communications Command Console provides full duplex intrinsically safe communication with independent volume control for up to 8 operators.

Pneumatic Control ConsoleThe Pneumatic Control Console provides a common air supply line for all operators. Each technician is connected at all times to the common air supply and his colour-coded individual air supply via quick-release umbilical connections.

Optional Extras• Spare parts kit for complete system.• 3m commander’s communications extension cable with

‘mic-mute’ switch.• 65m communications extension cable with hook.• Commander headset with boom microphone.• Helmet bag unit.• Training given on the use of equipment/servicing equipment.

THE ULTIMATE LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEM

PRODUCTDEVELOPMENT

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There are always new developments in the pipe line at GB SOLO. We are constantly looking for ways to improve the range of SOLO cameras and helmets we supply.

We firmly believe that if you are in the business of fire fighting, search & rescue or surveillance there’s no better range of helmets and hands free thermal imaging products in the market place today. An extensive list of high profile clients ranging from the White House to NASA proves how versatile, functional and high quality GB SOLO products are.

GB SOLO has a permanent product development team based at our UK factory. This team are responsible for the development of all the new SOLO products found within this portfolio. However, if your company requires a new or different application for a thermal imaging camera from what you see within this portfolio, GB SOLO can offer you the services of our product development team.

We have manufactured many bespoke applications for our thermal imaging cameras around the world, quite literally for trains, planes and automobiles. Not forgetting ships as well.

So whatever your request, please contact us and we will endeavour to bring your thoughts and ideas to reality.

GB SOLO Product Development TeamTel: +44 (0)1724-858930Fax: +44 (0)1724-858906E-mail: info@gbsolo.co.uk

These pictures show the SOLOvision used on rescue vessels operating in Swedish mines for Skanskavici.

Fire fighting helmets and thermal imaging cameras

client list:Cruise Lines

Formula One Teams

Fire & Rescue

Search & Rescue

Military Authorities

Civil Authorities

Oil Companies

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client list:The following clients are both SOLOtic and SOLOunifit users:

CRUISE LINES :

NAVY SHIPS :

COMMERCIAL SHIPPING :

N.A.S.A.N.A.S.A. have taken a number of SOLOfit and SOLOunifit helmets.

The following clients are SOLOunifit users:

FORMULA ONE :

COSWORTH ENGINE TEST BED DEVELOPMENT BAYS:

For use when starting engines up for the run in period, the helmets are used with

bayonet click in carbon filters. The filter prevents fuel/smoke entering users airways.

In case of catastrophic fire/explosion, 17 BA sets are mounted in close proximity for

quick change over and fire fighting capabilities.

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• Carnival

• Royal Caribbean

• Celebrity

• Princess

• P&O

• Silver Sea

• Coral Island

• V Ships

• Viking Line Ferries

• Cable & Wireless

• Maersk

• Stolt Offshore

• RB Mining

“The SOLOtic is the best unit we have used in both training exercises and life-threatening situations. It has proved invaluable in the Fire and Rescue Service.” Captain Sven FenniupChief Fire Officer Fire and Rescue Service

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• Royal Navy

• Malaysian Navy

• Singapore Navy

• Australian Navy

• Italian Navy

• Pakistan Navy

• Hellenic Navy

• Dutch Navy

• Ferrari Formula One Pit Crew

• MacLaren Formula One Pit Crew

• Jaguar Formula One Pit Crew

• Renault Formula One Pit Crew

• Toyota Formula One Pit Crew

• Arrows Formula One Pit Crew

Fire

Combat

Search & Rescue

Surveillance

client list:

Fire fighting helmets and thermal imaging cameras

The following clients use variations of both the SOLOtic and SOLOvision:

TUNNELS :

We supply : Malmo, the Great Baelt and Oresund.Used purely for immediate search and if possible rescue. All helmets are fitted with either cable transmission or wireless transmission for overview at the surface.

CIVILIAN BRIGADES :

UK - Serco Fire Training College, Warsash Fire Training College.

FRANCE - Marseilles Fire Brigade.

FAR EAST - SCDF Singapore / Royal Malaysian Navy / Korea FB/ China Beijing / Shanghai / Guanghzou.

SWEDEN - Falcks / Malmo / Aalborg / Angelholm / Gothenburg / Skola / Eskilstuna Vasteras / Nerikes / Stockholm / Swedish Civil Air Authority / Swedish fire training schools.

DENMARK - Copenhagen Horsens Fire Training Schools.

FINLAND - Viking Life Safety.

TURKEY - Sancaktepe.

GERMANY - Cologne.

PORTUGAL - For use on fire trucks.

RUSSIA - Roman Abramovich body-guards have the SOLOvision Stealth/Combat.

Over 40 other cameras are sold into Fire Brigades throughout the world.

MILITARY :

UK - SAS have the SOLOvision Stealth/Combat.

USA - Alconbury Air Force Base use SOLOvision units.We have supplied a number of SOLOvision to the US Air force over the last year.

MIDDLE EAST - Saudi Special Forces use SOLOvision Stealth/Combat units.

DIGNITARY :

The White House bodyguards use SOLOvision Stealth/Combat units.

OIL :

Qatar FB / Ratqa Oil use SOLOsentry4 systems.Various other Oil companies use SOLOsentry4 systems.

“SOLOvision is the most versatile thermal imaging camera this department has used. We have 2 units in constant use.” Peter SamualsonChief Fire Officer Fire and Rescue Service

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Fire

Combat

Search & Rescue

Surveillance

For further information or to arrange a demonstration

please contact:Sales

James BrooksMarketing Manager

Tel: +44 (0)1609-881855Fax: +44 (0)1609-881103 E-mail: sales@gbsolo.co.uk

GB SOLO Limited Head OfficeUnit 10, 20 Park Farm Road

Foxhills Industrial ParkScunthorpe

North LincolnshireDN15 8PQ

United Kingdom

Tel: +44 (0)1724-858930Fax: +44 (0)1724-858906

E-mail: info@gbsolo.co.uk

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