VirTra Systems Installs First U.S. Army Simulator - June 14, 2005
ARLINGTON, TX - June 14, 2005 - VirTra Systems, Inc. (OTCBB: VTSI) today announced successful installation of an IVR HD-300™ training system for the United States Army.
The training simulator was installed last week at Fort Hood, in Texas. Fort Hood is the largest active duty armored post in the United States. The Provost Marshal's Office will utilize the system for situational awareness, use-of-force, and marksmanship training for both military police and civilian law enforcement personnel assigned to the post.
The specialized IVR HD-300 includes a large complement of recoil training weapon conversion kits, non-lethal accessories, and six patent-pending Threat-Fire™ belts.
"Realistic training is essential for the success and survivability of our law enforcement officers," commented Sergeant Doug West, a firearms instructor and range officer. "VirTra Systems' technology allows us to present real-world situations in a controlled-environment, and allows the trainee to utilize all levels of approved force-options. The instructor has the opportunity to professionally evaluate the officer's strengths and weaknesses."
Lieutenant Kevin May, a kennel master with the K-9 unit, commented, "The IVR HD takes training to the next level. This simulator delivers the most realistic training environment we have ever seen. Combined with the Threat-Fire belt's ability to simulate stress during a shooting, this 300-degree simulator will better prepare our law enforcement officers to deal with situations they face on post as well as in theater."
"Fort Hood's installation marks our largest IVR installation, as well as our largest Threat-Fire deployment, to-date," commented Michael Kitchen, VirTra Systems' executive vice-president of training and simulation. "Requests for product information and pricing continue to increase as the advanced technology within our IVR simulators is utilized in the field and observed in operation."
About VirTra Systems
Utilizing patented technology, VirTra Systems sells situational awareness firearms training systems to military agencies such as the U.S. Air Force, Army, and Department of Defense, and to national and international law enforcement agencies. The company also produces multisensory promotional virtual reality systems and 3-D theaters for clients such as General Motors, Pennzoil, Red Baron™ Pizza, and the U.S. Army. For more information, visit the company's website at www.virtra.com.
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