Signal & Soldier Survivability
Wescom Defence
Wescom Defence is a trusted global producer of pyrotechnics to the defence industry. Headquartered in the UK, our unrivalled reputation for technical innovation, expertise and reliability has been cemented by more than 100 years’ experience and is built on strong customer foundations. Whether you are a long-standing or new client, our aim is to develop a long-term relationship and provide you with an unmatched, bespoke service.
What we create
We design, manufacture and supply high-quality Class 1.1-1.4 energetic material and pyrotechnics at our facilities in UK, Germany and Spain that have a combined area of 293,000m2. For more than 100 years we have provided the expertise, reliability and collaboration that our customers know and trust and we will continue in our pursuit of excellence.
In 2021, we acquired PW Defence to expand our defence product portfolio, international sales network and benefit from new manufacturing and testing facilities. Our range now boasts more than 500 products and we manufacture more than 3 million pyrotechnic products a year. We are a trusted supplier to UK MoD, German BMVg, our NATO allies and friendly nations worldwide.
Why choose us
Unrivalled service
Our reputation is built on long-standing collaborations with our customers. You are at the core of everything we do and we aim to build a relationship that lasts by delivering a product and service tailored to your individual requirements.
Unmatched expertise
Our leading chemists, designers, energetic material scientists and industrial engineers work to create an extensive range of technologically advanced explosive and pyrotechnic products and payloads. Safety, quality, performance and reliability are paramount.
Security of supply
Providing assurance and a rapid response to your needs.
What we do
Our expertise covers four key areas:
Signalling and screening
Our products enable effective and reliable battlefield communication for the location and extraction of combat forces in challenging operating environments, including vehicle defensive aids.
Training and simulation
We maximise combat force readiness and effectiveness by creating immersive sensory training in a safe, realistic battlefield training simulated environment.
Man-portable obstacle breaching We clear the way ahead, facilitating effective, portable pathway clearance solutions for expeditionary forces and special operations.
Search and Rescue
We provide comprehensive, proven, and reliable capability to mark or communicate position. Effective critical asset marking, including solutions for submarines or individual position marking during daytime and night-time search and rescue operations.
270 EMPLOYEES
7 MANUFACTURING SITES
500 PRODUCTS
8 BRANDS INTL. PRESENCE 80 COUNTRIES
10 ACCREDITATIONS
Effective Battlefield Communication
Vehicle
Defensive Aids
Tactical Signalling & Marking
Search & Rescue
Perimeter
Protection
Light Sticks
Personal
Camouflage Systems
Cooking Equipment
Tactical Screening
Battlefield
Illumination
Signal
& Soldier
Survivability
First Aid Kits & Medical Aids
Field
Equipment
Battlefield Illumination
For modern militaries and law enforcement agencies, the ability to dominate areas of operations is largely dependent on having an effective and reliable night fighting capability. The most obvious effect of night time is reduced visibility – normally favouring offensive formations.
Wescom Defence has developed a range of hand-fired rockets, for various payloads and parachute suspension (large area illumination, visual and infra-red) or free falling signalling flares. Ranges from 300 to 1,000 metres.
Multiple Effect Rocket System (MERS)
MERS is a smokeless rocket system carrying various payloads for parachute suspension (large area illumination, visual and infra-red) or free-falling flares for signalling.
• Exceptionally lightweight and compact
• Excellent visibility > 200,000 Candela
• EDB Smokeless Propellant (qualified according to STANAG 4170)
• Unique tube design and induced tailspin provide high level of accuracy in flight (300-1,000m range)
• Enhanced safety with inherent over-pressure gas escape system
• No stored energy in the initiator
• Three-stage safety ignition system
Parachute Rockets
Wescom Defence has a rich heritage of developing handfired rockets. Terrain illumination rockets enable random surveillance to reveal enemy movement, illuminate ambush situations (to reveal targets) or used as target illuminators for weapon systems.
• Handfired Parachute Rocket, Illuminating (J301)
• Handfired Parachute Rocket, Red/Green (J302A & J303)
• Handfired Parachute Rocket, Radaflare (J304)
Multiple Effect Rocket System (MERS) Illumination Rocket
Handfired Illuminating Parachute Rocket
Radaflare Rocket
Handfired Parachute Rocket - Green , Red and Illuminating
Multiple Effect Rocket System (MERS) Infrared Illum Rocket
Tactical Screening
Wescom Defence has a long history of providing tactical screening products globally, a heritage borne out of necessity to protect troops, vehicles and objects from being seen and targeted. The requirement for this type of solution will always be required and Wescom continues to evolve its range of products to suit. Our current suite of products covers everything from ergonomic designs and high volume output to rapid deployment for critical situations. Our screening payloads are deployable by various means, including hand-thrown or vehicle-launched in most calibres.
Our screening payloads are also available with our proven rubber bursting technology. This family of products can enable the user to create a wider screen effect than some of the more conventional top or bottom venting products depending on the tactical situation. This feature also ensures the grenade cannot be thrown to a different location following function at the location of its intended use, further enhancing the level of protection to the user.
Screening Smoke Grenade
Hand Thrown Smoke Grenades, with an output in visual and/or IR, for use in various training or operational scenarios such as the rapid concealment of troops, the removal of target opportunities, or to provide essential cover for the deployment of friendly forces.
Low Toxic Screening Smoke
Screening Smoke Grenade is designed to produce a dense curtain of smoke masking the removal or deployment of personnel in tactical and training situations. The grenade can be used in various military and law enforcement operational and training situations.
Remotely Piloted Vehicle Target Smoke Generator
Used primarily for visual enhancement of an aerial target. The unit c an be integrated with, and deployed from remotely piloted vehicles.
Screening Smoke Grenade
Grenade Hand Compact Screening Smoke
Bursting Screening Smoke Grenade
Low Toxic Screening Smoke showing stay-in-place lever
Remotely Piloted Vehicle Target Smoke Generator
Vehicle Defensive Aids
Wescom Defence’s extensive SmokeShield™ range of 66mm and 76mm vehicle-launched grenades are integral to any defensive suite employed by mechanised units from Armoured Fighting Vehicles (AFVs) to Main Battle Tanks (MBTs). The threats to vehicles from being observed and targeted in both the visual and infrared spectrum through sensorguided weapons, rangefinders & traditional anti-vehicle weaponry are potentially lethal. When SmokeShield™ is deployed, these threats are significantly reduced, as the line of sight (LOS) can be obscured.
A modular concept has been developed to include ‘Air-Burst’ and/or ‘Ground Burst’ payloads, which together, are capable of providing instant protection, augmented with a longer, denser screen as required. Our HERO qualified stores are at the forefront of modern munitions, suitable for use on the most technically advanced weapons platforms where Radiation Hazards (RAD HAZ) are present.
The product range includes training and operational variants. Red Phosphorous products (RP) offer enhanced IR protection. Wescom’s comprehensive SmokeShield™ range includes non-RP variants, which are less toxic, whilst providing a robust and realistic alternative during training, or in environments where the effects to noncombatants within close proximity need to be minimised.
Wescom Defence’s solutions have been developed over many years in conjunction with a number of the leading launcher & vehicle manufacturers globally to ensure maximum interoperability and versatility
SmokeShield
76mm Vehicle Launched Grenade RP
76mm Vehicle Launched Grenade Multi-Spectral 66mm Vehicle Launched Grenade Screening 66mm Vehicle Launched Grenade Screening RP
Search & Rescue
Wescom Defence’s state-of-the-art pyrotechnic products provide comprehensive, proven and reliable capabilities to mark or communicate position. Effective critical asset marking (including solutions for submarines) or individual position marking during day and night time search and rescue operations. This is achieved by using smoke, dyes, signal cartridges and flares.
Miniflares
The Miniflare signal kit provides an individual with the means of achieving high intensity localised signalling for personal survival (to pinpoint location) or warn-off aircraft. The compact kit can be carried unobtrusively in combat clothing, or packed into personal survival packs (PSPs).
Signal Cartridges (19mm, 26.5mm, 38mm)
Signal cartridges are fired from pistols and provide a short/medium range signal in both white light and infra-red light conditions. They provide high-intensity localised signalling for land and sea operations. Multi-colour cartridges are available (red, green, white, yellow and illuminating). Cartridges are marked to facilitate night-time operations. Signal cartridges can also be used for communications between combat forces and night-time reconnaissance.
Signal Distress Day & Night
A dual-purpose compact personal distress signal for divers, or aircrew, features an orange smoke signal at one end for daytime use and a red flare for night.
Marine Sound Signals
Marine Sound Signal is a hydrostatically-operated explosive device for communications between the surface and a submarine. The device explodes under hydrostatic pressure emitting a distinct signal clearly discernible by a submarine at depth. Simplified operation includes several safety features, which reduce danger to personnel and craft.
Diver Recall Signal
Sea Location Markers are released to illuminate, for up to five minutes, landing zones for rotary wing aircraft. They are also used to indicate distress.
Buoyant Smoke Cartridge (40mm, Orange)
Designed for use by aircrew to assess wind speed and direction over water when carrying out Search & Rescue activities.
Sea Location Markers
Sea Marker is released from ships to illuminate, for up to 5 minutes, a landing zone for rotary wing aircraft. Also used to indicate distress.
Submarine Launched Markers
Submarine launched markers are designed to be deployed from the ejection tube of a submarine to indicate position. Available in red and green flare, plus white smoke.
Miniflares and Handheld Illuminating Rocket
Signal Distress Day & Night
Light and Smoke Signal
Marine Sound Signals
Tactical Signalling and Marking
Effective communication between forces is an essential element of military operations. Wescom Defence manufactures a range of Mini Flares, Multi Coloured Smoke and Signal Cartridges. These enable effective position marking to include landing zones and wind direction.
Hand Thrown Coloured Smoke
Smoke Grenades provide combat forces with a means of communication/signalling during daylight. Besides individual signalling codes, smoke grenades are used to indicate wind direction (helicopter landing) or marking drop zones.
Signal
Cartridges (16mm, 19mm, 26.5mm, 38mm)
Signal Cartridges are fired from pistols to provide a short range signal in both white light and infra-red light conditions. Multi Colour Cartridges are available (red, green, white, yellow and illuminating). These can also be used for communications between combat forces and battlefield reconnaissance at night.
Ground Flare Indicating Yellow
Marking landing zones, and wind direction indicators for aircraft as well as highlighting an emergency landing path.
Parachutist Signal Smoke
Wescom ParaSmoke™ was specifically designed for use by parachutists to mark their descent course during training and for parachutist displays. Can be used as a smoke generator for any situation where a large volume of coloured smoke is required.
Hand Thrown Coloured Smoke
Ground Flare Indicating Yellow
26.5mm Signal Cartridges
Grenade Hand Compact Signal Smoke, including low toxicity screening
Coloured Grenade Hand 83 Smoke, including low toxicity screening
Low Toxic Screening Smoke showing stay-in-place lever
19mm Signal Cartridges
38mm Signal Cartridges
Perimeter Protection
Effective manning of borders/perimeters is critical to ensure physical safety. Alarm and Trip Flares are often used both in a standalone mode and in conjunction with electronic surveillance equipment to effectively manage large perimeters/borders. Wescom Defense is a trusted partner of major military and law enforcement customers for alarm and trip flares around the globe.
Our trip and alarm flares are very versatile and offer a range of features and effects. Hand deployed and wire triggered when activated, they provide a combination of flash, sound signal and pyrotechnic flare (up to 150,000 candela) – disorienting and illuminating the trespasser.
Wescom Defence has extensive experience of designing and developing easy to use, safe and reliable ignition systems for Trip and Alarm Flares. Our unique ignition system provides the ability to connect multiple trip wires onto the same ignition systems and offers depending of the number connected trip wires multiple activation capability in a circle 360°.
Trip Flares
Our hand-deployable trip flare is a non-lethal device. When wire-triggered, it produces bright white light for ~30 seconds duration. This disorientates and illuminates an area of ~25m around the ignition point. Wescom’s infrared variant further enhances the night vision capability of the security forces.
Alarm Flares
Alarm Flares are hand-deployable, non-lethal devices. When wire-triggered, each unit produces a loud short bang at 15m height and bright white light of ~15 sec. duration. It disorientates for several seconds and illuminates an area of 25m around the ignition point.
Patrol Larva SF Multispectral Camouflaged (MSC)
Improve stealth and survivability with our cutting-edge technology, MSC Natural 3D fabric, which significantly reduces thermal signatures, ensuring troops remain undetected.
The cutting-edge thermal and IR Cloak is designed for military applications. Equip yourself with the ultimate advantage – a cloak that seamlessly integrates thermal and IR reflective technology, combined with comfort and light weight. Stay invisible to heat sensors or infrared detection and enhance your tactical edge with this versatile and essential tool for modern warfare.
• Comfortable
• Lightweight
• Water Resistant
• Fire Retardant
• Quiet material
• Visual Camouflage: 380NM-750NM
• Near Infra Red Protection: 760-NM-1200NM
• Thermal Protection (TIR)
• Includes a removable weapon concealment cover, as well as a extended hood to conceal optics
• Poppers seal the front of the cloak to allow rapid deployment
• Supplied with a repair kit, containment bag and stuff sack bag Specifications
• Size: 210 x 170cm • Weight: 1.72kg
• Material colours: Reversible woodland and dirty snow Characteristics
• Allows access to necessary equipment
• Can be used as a tarpaulin and installed in a shelter
• Protects against bad weather in low dynamic phases
• Reduces thermal signature and helps camouflage in visible areas
• Makeshift containment to limit transfers of contamination
Operational features
• PROTECTION: Water resistant ≤4/5 (Refer to Technical features)
• PROTECTION: Improves against chemical weapons/ decontaminability (*refer to Chemical resistance)
• PROTECTION: Fire Retardant (Refer to Technical features)
• VERSATILITY: Has attachment points which allow poncho to be fixed like a tarpaulin or to user
• CAMOUFLAGE: Poncho is reversible. One side intended for temperarate zone (Woodland) and the other for snowy zones (Dirty snow). Desert or multi-terrain on request
• STEALTH: Using the poncho as clothing or as a tarpulin is quiet and keeps sound to a minimum
• RESISTANCE: Strong and long lasting
• COMFORT: Poncho is sufficiently light in weight
Technical features
• Permanent thermal camouflage, 3 dimensional with crinkle surface
• Light weight (one sided print): 195 gr/m² ± 10gr/m ²
• Resistance to high (+70C °) & low temperatures (-45C °): No cracks in the product, break and deformation observed
• Flammability: Fire retardant (ISO 6941)
• Resistance to petroleum oils: No deformation
• Washing fastness: ≤4/5 (ISO 105 C01)
• Water fastness: ≤4/5 (ISO 105 E01)
• Rubbing fastness (dry): ≤3 (ISO 105-X 12)
• Tear resistance: Warp: 24N, weft: 23N (DIN EN ISO 13937-2)
• Strong breaking resistance: warp: ≥ 288N, Weft: ≥ 282N (DIN EN ISO 13934-1)
• Air permabilility: 2398,5 mm/s (TS 391 EN ISO 9237)
Chemical Resistance
Two types of tests have been performed to evaluate the decontaminability, by TNO laboratories using mustard agent (HD)
1. Determination of the desorbed quantity of HD after decontamination (DCAQ = Desorbed Chemical Agent Quantity)
2. Determination of the absorbed quantity of HD after decontamination (ACAQ = Absorbed Chemical Agent Quantity)
Thermal signature testing in Ukraine. Our system is number 3
(*) Negative blank (no HD contamination, only steam decontamination) to verify if any interfering components are affecting the analysis.
Sizes (approx)
S.T.A.C.S Ghillie Suit
Ultimate Stealth Technology - Introducing The S.T.A.C.S (Spectral, Thermal, Advanced, Camouflage, Systems), a revolutionary sniper ghillie suit designed to conceal snipers from visual, thermal, infrared (IR), and radar detection. Engineered to meet the demands of modern warfare, The S.T.A.C.S suit offers unparalleled protection against today’s most advanced threats, including drone surveillance.
The S.T.A.C.S suit delivers a cutting-edge solution for snipers facing today’s evolving battlefield, offering the ultimate stealth system for tactical superiority.
Key features
• Multi-Spectral Concealment: State-of-the- art materials provide complete camouflage across visual, thermal, IR, and radar spectrums.
• Drone-Resistant Design: Built to evade modern drone surveillance systems, ensuring maximum operational security.
• Adaptable Camouflage: Customizable 3D textures and natural foliage integration allow snipers to blend seamlessly into any environment.
• Durability & Mobility: Lightweight, breathable, and reinforced for long missions without compromising agility.
Specifications, functional properties
• Visual Camouflage (VIS): 380 nm - 760 nm
• Near Infrared Protection (NIR): 760 nm – 1200nm
• Thermal Protection (TIR): 3-5µm and 8-12µm
• Radar Protection: 2-100 GHz
• Production in colour and pattern suitable for the land (forest, snow, desert, urban, etc.),
• Double-sided use with different colour and pattern (forest/desert, forest/snow etc.
• Detachable leg concealment
Colour Chart
Camouflage Creams
Ensures soldiers remain concealed, increasing their chances of survival.
A convenient two-tone Multi Terrain Camo (MTP) stick that creates pattern disrupting stripes quickly and effectively without the need for a mirror. The IR reflective formula also moisturises the skin. It offers you a high sun protection factor (SPF).
• Sand/Brown (60g/2oz)
• Brown/Green (60g/2oz)
• Black/Green (60g/2oz)
• Brown/Green or Black/Green (30g/1oz)
• Trade pack of 50
• IR reflective
• Not affected by rain or sweat
• Non-toxic Sun protection factor (30+)
• Easily removed with mild soap & water
• Also Available in woodland, jungle, and arctic shades
• NATO approved: NSN-6850-99-371-1878
• Made in the UK
• Entirely compliant with (EC) EU Regulation No. 1223/2009.
3 Colour Camouflage Cream Compact
Ensures soldiers remain concealed, increasing their chances of survival.
We are the current suppliers of 3 colour compact camouflage cream to the British MoD and many NATO forces. This version of our camo cream is “non-irritant”, Infrared Reflective (IRR) and is standard issue to armed forces worldwide. Supplied in a strong ABS plastic case, Integral acrylic mirror in the lid.
• Green/Black/Brown
• NATO 3 Colour Green/Brown/Black
• Snow Terrain White/Brown/Green
• Multi Terrain/Desert: Green, Sand & Brown New formula “softer” cream, 45g camo compact
• Non irritant formula
• No anti-oxidants added
• Not affected by rain
• Shatter proof mirror
• Aroma free
• New longer lasting formula
• Deep dark colours
• Entirely compliant with (EC) EU Regulation No. 1223/2009.
• Made in the UK
• Compact size: 8 x 7 x 1.5cm (3” x 3” x 3/4”)
• Weight: 45g (1.58oz)
Fire Dragon Fuel and Mini Cooker
Provides a reliable means of preparing food and staying warm in the field. The FireDragon Folding Cooker is a compact and lightweight folding cooker made from aluminium.
It can store 3 FireDragon solid blocks inside the folded closed stove. This compact folding cooker is ideal for carrying and storing. The central fuel receiver helps to improve the burn efficiency so improving your cooking time and reducing the amount of fuel you need
Multi-Fuel: This cooker can be used with FireDragon Solid Fuel, other solid fuels, gels and some liquid fuels. (Not petrol)
• Compact and lightweight
• Durable
• Waterproof
• Easy to use
• Efficient
• You can burn many fuels (except petrol) in its central fuel receiver.
• Reusable
• MOD Issue
Set contains:
• Folding Cooker
• Fuel receiver
• Windshield
• Fuel not included – Highly recommended - Firedragon Solid , Firedragon Gel
Cooking Sets
Enable soldiers to prepare nutritious meals, maintaining their energy and health.
Survival kits contain essential items to sustain life in emergency situations.
The “Dragon” Crusader Cooker MK2 (aluminium) now available again.
Originally designed to meet the changing requirements of the future combat solider.
The original cherished Crusader system just got a whole lot better. Made from high grade aluminium and hard anodised,, it is; Lighter – Larger – With a Quicker cooking time Boil time is reduced for 500ml of water with an MRE retort ration to approximately 5.5mins using the fantastic Fire Dragon fuel.
This cooking system is perfect for the Outdoor adventurer
Only available hard anodised as it gives an easy to clean finished. Packed inside Pouch. (Black or Multicam available)
• 1 x Pouch - Black (Code CN014B) or Multi Cam (Code CN014A)
• 1 x NATO Canteen & Mug (Osprey)
• 1 x BCB Flint & Striker
• 1 x Crusader Cooker II
• 1 x Crusader Cup II
• Lightweight - Larger cup - Quicker boiling time
First Aid Kits & Medical Aids
A handy First Aid Kit in a Multicam pouch with zip closure that when opened reveals a number of pockets.
• Contains a variety of first aid products suitable for the treatment of minor injuries.
• Contents: tweezers, antiseptic wipes, waterproof plasters, wound close strip, resuscitator with one way valve, various dressings, paraffin gauze, triangular bandage, crepe bandage, anchor dressing, conforming bandage, disposable gloves, safety pins, scissors, plaster strip, microporous adhesive tape, zinc oxide tape, razor blades, pouch.
• Size closed: 18 x 12 x 9cm (7” x 4.7” x 3.5”)
• Size open: 38 x 12 x 4.5cm (15” x 4.7” x 1.7”)
• Weight: 430g (15oz)
The Severe Trauma Kit is perfect for treating a small penetrating wound caused by shrapnel, catastrophic haemorrhage, or a simple gun shot wound. This kit comes in a multi-camo pouch which fits perfectly in your daysack or a webbing pouch.
• Multicam hanging pouch
• Sterile compression bandage
• Tourniquet
• Celox rapid
• 6” tough cut scissors
Hypothermia Protection
Prevents loss of body heat, crucial in cold environments.
Hypothermia Space Blanket - Unpackaged
• The lightest and most compact survival blanket in our range.
• Handy pocket sized,, it assists in the retention of up to 90% radiant body heat. You’ll forget its even there (in your car, or in your bag etc) - until you need it.
• This could make the difference and keep you comfortable and safe from exposure
• Size: 202cm x 132cm (84”x 54”)
• Weight: 50g (1.7oz)
• Manufactured from 12 micron metallised polyester. size 213 x 132cm (84 x 54”)
• NATO approved: NSN-7210-99-991-0460
Emergency Foil Poncho
• Ideal to keep in your bag, car or pocket just in case you get caught out in the wet & cold.
• This could be the difference that keeps you or your loved one comfortable and safe from exposure, *
• Integral hood helps maximize body heat retention
• Pullover style provides maximum protection without restricting movement.
• Compact and lightweight
• Radar reflective properties
• One size fits all
• Size: 104 x 94cm (41”x 37”) Weight: 92g (3oz)
Deployment Bags
Durable storage solutions for carrying essential gear and supplies.
80 Ltr
• Interior Size: L84cm x W34cm x D24cm
• Huge, tough deployment bag with 5 pouches and loads of practical features
• Tough PU coated 1000D Nylon
• Capacity: 85 Litres (Total)
• Tough 2-way central zip
• Transparent interior document pocket
• Zipped pouch each end & 3 deep side pouches
• Side pocket with covered ID window
• Reinforced top handles
• Padded rucksack straps extended from base
• Rucksack straps stowed when not in use
• 6 rubber feet on waterproof base
• Extra grab handle one end
• Double slider zip opening has a weather flap to help keep out elements
• Internal compression straps
• Internal boot pouch to keep the footwear seperate
• Stow away shoulder straps for back mounted carriage. The straps are stored within the padded packets when not in use.
• Studded base and side for abrasion resistance upright or flat.
• Pull handle extends from a zipped pocket. The overall length of when extended is 112cm (44in).
• Carry handles on the ends and sides are all highly reinforced with robust webbing.
Field Equipment
Providing essential tools and shelters that ensure soldiers can rest, stay protected from the elements and maintain hygiene.
Camp Cot Bed (UK - MoD)
• The camp cot bed is designed for use on deployment operations, training, and other military uses in field conditions
• The Camp-Cot Bed is a lightweight and space efficient bed and is in current supply to UK and NATO forces
• Compatible with a camp-cot bed-mounted mosquito net and a free standing mosquito net
• Compatible with the mattresses supplied (optional)
• Robust and resistant to tears, puncture and stretching, and minor repairs are possible in field
• Compatible with a roll mat
• Deployable in under 5 minutes
• Stable on moderately uneven ground
• Manufactured of proofed fabric
• One person carry
• Flame retardant
• Typically 5 year service life
• Comfortable for 8+ hours
• Strong and stable
• Non liquid-absorbent
• Constructed from anti-corrosion treated, lightweight alloy.
• Designed to be stackable, when packed
• Packed in a carry-bag with zipped closure
• Thickness of Aluminium material approx. 1.4mm
• Material: Cover 600 D Polyester
• Packed size: 97L x 18W x 20H cm
• Unpacked size: 196 x 76 x 44cm
• Weight: 7.5 kg
• Load Capacity: 160kg
MOD Shelter Sheet c/w Carry Bag 2.6m x 2.16m
• A lightweight, robust shelter sheet to protect you from the harsh elements. Perfect to cover our camp cots or hammocks.
• Can be slung between trees, tethered to vehicles, supported on bivouac poles, or folded double for use as a stretcher. Main material is silicone elastomer coated nylon. Webbings are made of textile, nylon, single ply and the are 25mm & 55mm. All ends are heat sealed. Manufactured in the same material and colour as the main material of the shelter sheet. Comes with a drawcord closing system made of raided nylon, 9mm wide in light olive green.
• 100% Waterproof
• 5 Strong ridge eyelets
• 10 Edge eyelets
• Waterproof taped seams
• Offers protection against rain & damp
• Extra large
• Size - 2.6 metres x 2.16 metres (8.5 ft x 7 ft)
Sleeping Mat MOD Issue
• Waterproof, rot proof, lightweight, good thermal properties.
• Mat made from polyethylene foam (density of 30hg/m3)
• 2 Ribbon ties
• NATO Dark Green colour
• NATO Approve. NSN: 8465991305904
ULCAT Tunnel
ULCAT - Ultra Lightweight Camo Tunnel
• For rapid vehicle concealment and deployment The vehicle tunnel is made from specialised 3D material which is lightweight and snag free. It conceals in the Visual, Infrared and Thermal spectrums.
• Provides: VIS-SWIR-MWIR-LWIR Protection
• Natural 3D pattern blends with nature
• Non-absorbent. Non-snag and breathable material
• Quiet, Lightweight and Fire Resistant
• Excellent visibility from inside-to-out
• Material Operational Temperature range -45°C to +70°C
• Fast-opening front/back doors for rapid vehicle insertion/ evacuation
• Two quick opening lateral doors for personnel entry.
• Can also be used as a camouflage screen without poles, spreaders etc.
• ULCAT - Ample space for vehicle, supplies & command centre ulcat concealing Vehicle and personnel when viewed through Fusion IR scope.
• Fire resistance (ISO 6941)
• Wash Fastness: ≤ 4/5 ISO 105 C01
• Water Fastness: ≤ 4/5 ISO 105 E01
• Rubbing Fastness: ≤ 3 ISO 105-X 12
• Air Permeability (EN ISO 9237)
• Resistance to: Oil, Tearing (DIN EN ISO 13937-2) and Breaking (DIN EN ISO 13934-1)
• Reflectance Spectrophotometer: 800-1200nm
• Light Green: 13%- 16%
• Dark Green: 11% -14%
• Brown: 8%- 11%
• Black: 5%- 8%
• Set up time : 20-30 minutes (2-4 people) ULCAT
• Dimensions (deployed) 13.4 metres (Length) inc. door canopies x 4m (Width) x 3.5m (Height)
• Weight of camo Netting: Approx. 32 kilos
• Complete system weight (inc. spreader poles, pegs, stakes etc): Approx. 140kg
Signal & Soldier Survivability Product List
BATTLEFIELD ILLUMINATION
Multiple Effect Rocket System (MERS) Illumination Rocket, 300m
Multiple Effect Rocket System (MERS) Illumination Rocket, 600m
Multiple Effect Rocket System (MERS) Illumination Rocket, 1000m
TACTICAL SCREENING
Remotely Piloted Vehicle Target Smoke Generator
Grenade Hand Smoke Screening
Grenade Hand Bursting Screening
VEHICLE DEFENSIVE AIDS
76mm Vehicle Launched Grenade RP SmokeShield™
66mm Vehicle Launched Grenade Screening RP SmokeShield™
TACTICAL SIGNALLING & MARKING
Smoke Grenade, Coloured, 30 sec
Smoke Grenade, Coloured, 60 sec
Smoke Grenade, Coloured, 90 sec
Smoke Grenade, Screening, 30 sec, low toxic
Hand Grenade Smoke Coloured
Series Signal Smoke Parachutist
16mm Signal Cartridges
19mm Signal Cartridges
26.5mm Signal Cartridges
SEARCH & RESCUE
19mm Signal Cartridge Single Star Red, Green, White
26.5mm Signal Cart, Single Star Red, White, Green, Yellow, Flash Bang
Parachute Signal Cartridges & Illuminating
26.5mm Signal Cartridge, Single Star Red, White, Green, Yellow & Illuminating
38mm Signal Cartridge, Single Star Red, Green, White, Yellow & Illuminating
38mm Signal Cartridge, 2-Star Red, Green, White, Yellow
Salute Cartridge
Standard Military Rocket Para Illumination 9123600
Rocket Hand Fired Cluster - Red, White, Green Day & Night Signal
Linethrower 250
White Handflare
PERIMETER PROTECTION
Trip Flare DM 26
Alarm Flare DM 57
Multiple Effect Rocket System (MERS) Infrared Illum Rocket, 300m
Multiple Effect Rocket System (MERS) Infrared Illum Rocket, 600m
Multiple Effect Rocket System (MERS) Infrared Illum Rocket, 1000m
Grenade Hand Bursting Screening RP
Grenade Hand Compact Screening Smoke
Grenade Hand 83 Screenign Smoke
76mm Vehicle Launched Grenade Multi-Spectral SmokeShield™
66mm Vehicle Launched Grenade Screening SmokeShield™
38mm Coloured Smoke Cartridges
38mm Signal Cartridges
40mm Coloured Smoke Cartridges
Coloured Grenade Hand 83 Smoke – 30 seconds
Coloured Grenade Hand 83 Smoke – 60 seconds
Coloured Grenade Hand 83 Smoke – 90 seconds
Grenade Hand Compact Signal Smoke – 30 seconds
Grenade Hand Compact Signal Smoke – 45 seconds
Grenade Hand Compact Signal Smoke – 60 seconds
Red Handflare
Red Parachute Signal Rocket
Light & Smoke Signal
Smoke Signal Orange
Signal Distress Day & Night
Miniflare 16mm
40mm Cartridge Buoyant Smoke Orange
Rocket Handfired Parachute Illuminating
Rocket Handfired Parachute Red
Rocket Handfired Parachute Green
Rocket Handfired Parachute Radaflare
Marine Sound Signal
Diver Recall Signal
Ground Flare - Indicating Yellow
Tripflare Kit
Core Competence & Capabilities
Wescom Defence is a versatile and specialist manufacturer of energetic materials and pyrotechnics. Our Engineering and Technology Centres boast a highly skilled & experienced team from technician level through to engineering graduates and energetic materials scientists. The team specialises in engineering, chemistry, physics, computer modelling, data acquisition and analysis.
Our service involves working with and compliance with various United States Military Standards (MIL-STDs), UK Defence Standards (Def Stans) and The NATO Standardisation Agreements (STANAG) where applicable.
Pyrotechnics
Our highly experienced team are specialists in mixing and pressing of pyrotechnic materials including flash & flare. Controlling the environment during storage and processing remains critical for safe handling of pyrotechnics and explosives and ensuring a quality end product. We remain at the forefront of pyrotechnic manufacture, evolving to meet bespoke customer demands whilst remaining lean and providing value to our customers and partners.
Smoke Compositions
We have been at the forefront of developing and manufacturing smoke compositions for many years, hand-in-hand with supplying the carrying and ignitions system to match. Our portfolio includes low toxic products and RP smoke products, depending on the application required. Whether vivid signalling colour or rapid deployment of dense screening smoke is required, our solutions remain adaptable and robust for any environment.
Explosives
Throughout our history the presence of high explosive (HE) materials has been a common feature. In our early years, we stored, pressed and manufactured HE items for many different applications including pressed RDX pellets and canopy cutting cords for various fast jet aircraft as well as demolition stores including Beehives and Bangalore Torpedo. Presently we continue to import, store and manufacture raw HE materials for use in products with various applications.
Environmental Tests & Qualification
Wescom Defence’s environmental test facility and engineering team can provide a number of options for any scale of project. This includes the full spectrum of UN ‘Orange Book’ Series testing including packaged and unit drop testing (up to 12m), bonfire testing, vibration tables and climatic and conditioning chambers to name a few. Our specialist teams can provide all up project management for product and material qualifications from cradle-to-grave utilising our vast team of UKAS accredited partners for support where required.
