4C Controls, Inc. (OTCBB: FOUR)

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Often times as a business continues on its path to the execution of its business plan, the next step in growth is to broaden its footprint through strategic acquisition. This can take the form of new partners or in a more bold maneuvering toward acquiring market share and growing revenues. It appears that 4C Controls, Inc. (OTCBB: FOUR) has chosen the latter through the announcement that it will acquire up to 40% ownership of Australian security company BQT Solutions Limited and more recently, 80% of Zahra Technology LLC (see news below) which will significantly diversify its operations.

4C Controls, Inc. (OTCBB:FOUR) has been a stellar performer since our initial profile on August 19th. Since that time, its share price has risen well over 100% - during one of the worst market's in modern history. Investor's must be wondering how it could perform in less turbulent waters given its resiliency and that its hardly a contrarian play that would benefit from market chaos.

 

About BQT Solutions Ltd. Since the Company was founded in 1995, BQT Solutions has significantly increased its expertise in various smart card and related technologies. After listing on the Australian Stock Exchange, BQT Solutions expanded its solutions offering by diversifying into vertical markets to cater for increasingly demanding client requirements. With an International presence, BQT support installation and distribution partners all over the world and has become a valuable ally in the design and supply of key components for infrastructure projects and general distribution. Harnessing cutting edge technologies, BQT has delivered complex and integrated solutions to Corporate, Military and Government clients. Keeping ahead of the technology evolution BQT employ the world’s best firmware and software engineers contributing to the company’s ability to customise and integrate third party technologies to achieve specific functionality expectations. As a testament to these product champions, BQT has been firmly cemented as a formidable player in physical and logical security arena. Understanding the changing political and social climate in the modern world today, BQT has a vision to create sustainable solutions to protect the Future.

 

4C Controls Inc. (OTCBB:FOUR), offers high technology integrated security solutions providing real-time early warning and reduction of time scales from threat-detection to termination in the field.

Breaking *NEWS* from 4C Controls, Inc.

Press Release Source: 4C Controls Inc.
Thursday September 4, 8:00 am ET

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--4C Controls Inc. (OTCBB: FOUR - News) today announced signing of a binding agreement to acquire Zahra Technology LLC (http://www.zahratech.com) and its wholly owned subsidiary Zahra Security Systems and Electricals LLC (http://www.zahratechnology.com).
 

Mr.Sajwani founder and CEO of Zahra together with Mr. Jean-Robert Martin in Dubai upon signing of the acquisition agreement. (Photo: Business Wire). View Multimedia Gallery

Under the terms of the agreement, 4C Controls will acquire 80% of Zahra in return for an undisclosed combination of cash and securities of 4C Controls. The founders and senior management of Zahra will retain 20% ownership of Zahra. The parties anticipate signing a supplemental agreement regarding definitive details applicable to the transaction and closing the acquisition prior to the end of the third quarter 2008. The acquisition of Zahra is the first of further strategic acquisitions which 4C plans as part of its growth strategy and business model.

4C Controls intends to utilize Zahra to facilitate growth in international sales and operations. In 2007, Zahra had gross revenues of approximately US $11.8 million and expects to close 2008 with revenues of approximately US $25 million. Zahra currently has 105 employees of whom 37 are engineers, 44 are technicians and 24 are office staff. 4C Controls anticipates that substantially all will continue working for the company after the closing of the acquisition.

Since Zahra’s inception in 1983, the company has been a leading provider of high technology products, services and solutions for the security and communication industry in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and throughout the United Arab Emirates. Zahra is a manufacturer, trader & exporter of Access Control Systems, Building Management Systems, Intercom, Video Conferencing, CCTV Surveillance System, Communication Solutions- Telex, Copyette EH, EDAT/ZIN-Digital Conversion Cards, CDP 2001, XGEN, Narrator/Tutor and Replica. It is also a Card Solution supplier, integrator and provider.

Zhara’s integrated security, surveillance and access controls clients include the highest levels of governmental organizations, such as Crown Prince Management (Abu Dhabi), Central Military Academy (Dubai), Abu Dhabi Defense, General Postal Authority, Ministry of Labor Office and Social Affairs, Dubai Airport Facility, Dubai Broadcasting Corporation. Zahra's current portfolio of products and services is extensive, and Zahra foresees to further grow by continuing to align itself with the latest innovations in the field, and capitalizing on its track record with the many prestigious and noteworthy clients that Zahra has served, including the following

    * U.A.E. Central Bank, Barclays Bank, Citibank
    * ABN Amro Bank, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
    * Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Zayed University
    * Cisco Systems, Philips Middle East, Pfizer Intl. Corp.
    * Toyo Kanetsu, Nestle, ABB, CCC, Pepsi-Cola International
    * Reuters, Lucent Technologies, British American Tobacco
    * Estee Lauder, Kinko’s Middle East, Abbott Laboratories
    * Dubai Petroleum, Saatchi & Saatchi, Shell Middle East
    * Bechtel International, ETISALAT, Ford Direct Markets

A detailed list of Zahra’s clients may be viewed at: http://www.zahratech.com/references.htm.

The acquisition of Zahra will provide 4C Controls with high quality references and experienced high technology engineering and technical teams to execute large scale projects, especially in connection with the 4C Controls strategic alliance with Sire Contracting Company. Zahra will change its name to 4C Security Systems UAE to unify and extend the 4C Controls international brand.

Mr. Jean-Robert Martin, President and Chairman of 4C Controls, stated, “Government and commercial enterprises have complex security and surveillance needs, and they require more attentive and sophisticated partners to help them solve these challenges. With the addition of Zahra to our products and services capabilities, we can quickly customize and deliver integrated high technology solutions for our worldwide customers thereby being responsive to their unique needs on all fronts. Our end-to-end solutions will be significantly enhanced with broad scale security risk assessment, custom system design and specialized component structures. Zahra has a platinum quality track record working with major governmental and commercial organizations. We are very pleased to have Zahra join us and we look forward to having them grow with us.”

“The opportunity to join forces with 4C Controls and see our capabilities flourish inside a global satellite, satellite images, security, surveillance and access controls platform is compelling,” said Samir Sajwani, founder and Deputy CEO of Zahra. “We are confident that, with 4C Controls, we can continually improve results and aggressively grow our Middle East regional and international client base.”

Mr. Anastasios Angeloglou, CEO of BQT Solutions Limited with whom 4C Controls has a strategic alliance, said “We anticipate the acquisition of Zahra by 4C Controls to provide long-term developmental benefits to all parties. We expect Zahra to deliver strong sales and revenue channels for 4C Controls as well as BQT Solutions products and services in the booming market in the Middle East. We also intend to open up distribution for Zahra in our global markets.”

About 4C Controls

4C Controls Inc., "4C""FOUR" is an early stage company offering high technology integrated security solutions providing real-time early warning and reduction of time scales from threat-detection to termination in the field. 4C's primary focus is on cutting-edge technologies and large distribution networks including high resolution synthetic aperture radar satellites (SAR) and satellite images; ground high performance radars for intrusion detection and electronic surveillance access control markets such as biometric, radio frequency identification (RFID), real time locating systems (RTLS) and closed-circuit television (CCTV).

4C Controls is positioning itself as a leading international security and surveillance group serving security markets worldwide. 4C's aim is to achieve global superiority through cutting-edge technology and industrial development, offering diverse and integrated security and surveillance solutions. 

View a Full Profile on 4C Controls HERE

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Ground High Performance Radars for Intrusion Detection

4C perimeter intrusion detection radars
– GUIDAR and RADAR –
are designed to detect moving targets.

Other recent NEWS from 4C Controls

Press Release Source: 4C Controls Inc.
Thursday August 21, 8:30 am ET

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--4C Controls Inc. (OTCBB: FOUR.OB - News) today announced it has appointed Major General Khalid Abdulla Mabarak Al Buainain, Commander & Chief of UAE Air Force and Air Defense (Ret.), as Vice President for Middle East Military and Defense Security.

Major General Khalid possesses significant experience and knowledge in the security and surveillance industry, all of which will provide strong added value for 4C Controls in developing business operations in the GCC (Gulf Countries Council) and the extended MENA (Middle East North Africa) region. Given his worldwide network, he will be a significant contributor in the build-up and consolidation of excellent business relationships with government bodies and key industrial figures. MORE

Press Release Source: 4C Controls Inc. 
Monday August 18, 9:00 am ET 

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--4C Controls Inc. (OTCBB: FOUR.OB - News) today announced it has appointed FBI Supervising Special Agent (Ret.) Dr. Philip Hayden as its Vice President, Security Assessment & Threats Analysis. MORE
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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--4C Controls Inc. (OTCBB: FOUR.OB - News) today announced it has entered into a strategic alliance with Sire Contracting Company in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Under the terms of the alliance, 4C Controls will be the exclusive provider of high technology security and surveillance solutions for all of Sire’s current projects, including the following: 

Atlantis - The Palm Jumeirah – Ocean themed 2,000 room resort similar to sister hotel in Bahamas, to be on 120 acres of the Crescent on Palm Jumeirah; expected to have more than 65,000 marine animals on display. 
SAMA Lagoons – 40 kilometers of world class commercial office space, business and retail properties, residences, hotels, and leisure venues on Dubai Creek in a new city of 7 districts divided into 14 suburbs. 
Jumeirah Park Villas – 350 hectares in the heart of Dubai’s most desirable district being constructed as a secure, family-oriented residential community consisting of 2,000 properties. 
TechnoPark – Jebel Ali Free Zone labor accommodations for 6,000 persons in phase one with expected growth in subsequent phases to accommodate an additional 14,000 persons. MORE
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Financial Highlights For 4C Controls

OTCBB: FOUR

Recent Trade: $3.90
52wk Range: 0.15 - 10.69 
Avg Vol (3m): 125,895
Market Cap: 172.88M 
Sector: Protection Services

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The chart below tells a story to which every investor should pay close attention. 4C Controls has made a formal plea to the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) to take action against the perpetrators of intentionally misleading and negative misstatements made in public attacks on the Company. The Company has been subject to short sale attacks caused by websites known for disseminating misleading information to create panic in the market and artificially manipulate share prices. Initial analysis of the short sellers’ patterns indicates a highly organized attack by several players acting as a group. 

The company assets that this action has seriously and adversely affected the Company as a result of false accusations of violations of law, misleading and baseless innuendo impugning the Company, and other material misstatements and omissions. The Company has posted a copy of its letter to the Commission on its website.  Click on this link to read the entire letter: http://www.4ccontrols.com/news/18Aug08b.pdf

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Meanwhile, take a close look at this company, its cutting-edge technology, its depth of highly experienced management and the market opportunity that it enjoys.  Then take a look at the chart below and decide if this equity is trading where it should be or if indeed, its price may have been artificially deflated by the aforementioned misleading and negative misstatements - thereby creating an immediate opportunity for you.

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Company Contacts

4C Controls Inc.
1230 Avenue of the Americas, 7th Floor
New York, NY 10020

Phone: 917-639-4305
Web Site: http://www.4CControls.com

Investor & Media Contacts: Bob Leahy
202/550-4294 - rdleahy@msn.com
 

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