Sonomax's 17th Licensee, the Shinar Group, Equips Military Personnel in Iraq and Afghanistan
12 Novembre 2007 - 1:31PM
Marketwired
MONTREAL, QUEBEC is pleased to announce an exclusive agreement
with The Shinar Group ("Shinar") to equip military personnel in
Iraq with Sonomax technology. The agreement also provides Shinar
with distribution rights in Afghanistan and Kuwait, where Shinar
will extend its marketing program.
"We're excited by the prospects of this technology on the front
lines," said Mr. James Filibeck, Shinar's Chief Information
Officer. "This is a piece of gear that many soldiers want and
desperately need. We looked at other options and solutions, but
frankly none of them match the efficiency and performance of
Sonomax."
Mr. Filibeck pointed out that hearing loss among soldiers in
theater, where improvised explosive devices have become a constant
danger to convoys, is one of the most common injuries in Iraq.
"That makes SonoCustom� protective earplugs a natural product for
tens of thousands of U.S. soldiers. We have already fit some
special forces members, and the reaction has been positive."
It is most likely, added Mr. Filibeck, that Sonomax's earphones
for MP3s will prove to be the most popular Sonomax product among
the various military personnel in Iraq.
"Soldiers on convoy almost always bring along their iPods, and
they have to be prepared to deal with explosions and gunshots on
the way," said Mr. Filibeck. "The Sonomax earphone connects into a
cut-off switch that connects to their radios if communication
becomes necessary. Otherwise, these soldiers listen to their music
all the while keeping their eardrums protected from high impact
noises which can results from roadside bombs. It would be an
understatement to say that those features are tremendously
attractive. We're convinced that this product will enjoy very wide
adoption in Iraq."
Shinar's supply and construction contracts with the Pentagon
have provided it with an entree to military bases in Iraq and
elsewhere. Shinar plans to train Iraqi nationals in the fitting and
verification of Sonomax technology.
About The Shinar Group
The Shinar Group, LLC specializes in assisting developing
communities throughout the Middle East to enhance their
self-sufficiency through development, training, and global trade
solutions. Utilizing modern methodologies and technologies, Shinar
is focusing its efforts on renewable energy, exportable
commodities, recycling, communications, technology, international
trade, and sustainable agriculture.
About Sonomax
Sonomax Hearing Healthcare Inc (TSX VENTURE: SHH) is a leader in
the development and manufacturing of intra-ear technology. Its
products include revolutionary hearing protection devices,
affordable hearing aids, and multi-purpose earphones for the
consumer entertainment and communications markets. The company's
patented custom-fit, instant-fit expansion earpieces deliver a
perfect acoustic seal every time and can be certified by SonoPass�,
the company's proprietary proof-of-performance software. Building
on its technological leadership in hearing protection, Sonomax is
expanding the applications for its technologies into high growth
consumer markets such as MP3 audio, multi-media, gaming earphones,
and Bluetooth� headsets for telephony, through its subsidiary
VitaSound Audio Inc, based in Ontario.
This news release contains certain forward-looking statements
that reflect the current views and/or expectations of Sonomax
Hearing Healthcare Inc. with respect to its performance, business
and future events. Such statements are subject to a number of
risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Actual results and events may
vary significantly.
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responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Contacts: Sonomax Hearing Healthcare Nick Laperle President
514-932-3745 nlaperle@sonomax.com www.sonomax.com