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Volume 8 • The Mk4 is a versatile pneumatic launcher that expands first responders capabilities by being able to deploy a range of payloads over long distances • Designed specifically for use in a marine environment being constructed from anodized 6061 T6 Aluminum with a Carbon fiber barrel • The unique shooting position allows payloads to be deployed when braced against a boat structure or when seated • The unit naturally falls into the correct launch elevation • The accumulator has been hydro-tested to 1,1000psi and operates at a pressure of 250psi • The unit has a built in HPA ( high pressure air tank ) that is charged from a SCUBA tank • Once charged can be fired three times in less than a minute • Disposable CO2 cartridges can be used with alternative charging line • The launcher can be pintle mounted Oct/No v 2016 Edition Shawn Splide and business partner Matthew Searle have been asked to make a co-presentation with Mark Dubina, VP of Port Security at Port Tampa Bay at the upcoming Port Management Network Forum, Long Beach in November. Maritime Arresting Technologies CTO, Matthew Searle, Shawn Splide, Director of Maritime Arresting Technologies and Port Tampa Bay Vice President of Security Mark Dubin, are scheduled to present at the upcoming Port Management Network Forum in Long Beach, CA, November 8-10th, 2016, to discuss the security benefits of the reel mounted security-boom system, and its effectiveness on the port’s ability to respond to threats. “There is no other product currently on the market that can allow a port to close off an entire waterway with a vessel arresting boom in under six minutes,” said Mr. Searle during a recent interview. “When the threat has diminished, the 800 foot booms can be automatically reeled back out of the water in as much time.” Maritime Arresting Technologies have also been nominated for awards for their technology. “We hope that with the amount of time and effort (See the MK Launcher in Action! A 120’ boat stopping munition. Bringing a 600bhp boat to walking pace without harming the vessel or the occupants. Courtesy of Maritime Arrest Technologies and YouTube) Both systems are available exclusively through Maritime Arrest Technologies, a firm based in Florida. “We’re glad to have been able to work so closely with Port Tampa Bay and it’s law enforcement agencies. Representatives from the Sheriff’s Department told us these systems can make a real difference” said Shawn Splide, Director of Maritime Arresting Technologies, when asked about the twomonth project. Maritime Arresting Technologies has been making waves through the news since the project commencement in August. we’ve put into the project, that other ports will recognize that we are able to help them from start to finish,” added Searle during a teleconference with members of the press. “We can advise on Port Security Grant applications, through to training on the delivered technology.” Maritime Arresting Technologies is a U.S. veteranowned company that develops and manufactures 21