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Homeland
Integrated Security Systems Inc., (Pink Sheets: HISC) |
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Dear Reader,
The United States is at war.
And today's featured stock, Homeland Integrated
Security Systems (HISC), has
proven that its seaport-security products and services are of unique
and of immediate importance by developing a relationship with the
Tampa Bay Port Authority (Tampa is a huge jumping-off point for
the cruise industry) less than two months after Homeland went public.
As the nation undergoes a complete overhaul
of its security brought on by 9-11, Homeland is focused on transportation
protection primarily at U.S. seaports and secondarily at U.S. airports
and train terminals. With its five "port security products" and
management's extensive knowledge of port operations and public security,
Homeland is positioned to supply a market with a great deal of demand.
And port security is of course, a demand that has to be met.
The opportunities at hand are immense for
an up and running company with state-of-the-art, proven security
devices, and an experienced management team to implement a complete
security protocol at a port anywhere in the U.S. We are excited
to bring Homeland Integrated Security Systems to you because we
are patriots and we want a safer U.S. that prevents disaster and
hopefully never again suffers the treachery of terrorists.
We are also excited that Homeland Integrated
Security Systems has established its business model with the Tampa
Bay Port Authority of tracking, detecting, and alarming authorities
with instantaneous information to stop a disaster before it happens.
When stocks go public, there is the usual run-up in price,
profit taking, leveling out, and price fall until the company begins
reporting it's revenues. The potential for
growth at HISC seems obvious to us and we are confident that Company
management will succeed in providing shareholder value and more
secure seaports in the U.S.
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About
Homeland Integrated Security Systems |
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Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Homeland Integrated Security
Systems went public in October of 2004 and began trading on the
Pink Sheets. The Company owns proprietary technology and has the
right to use some of the most innovative and sophisticated patented
and seaport security products available today. Homeland's target
market is the 361 commercial seaports in the U.S. which are vulnerable
to terrorists and criminal elements.
Homeland provides five different security devices, ranging from
the large scale "Spreader Bar" for containers, to the small scale
"Cyber Tracker," a 5 inch square by 1 inch
thick battery powered GPS device that is placed on a vehicle or
asset when it enters the shipping process. Homeland also provides
complete vulnerability assessments to its clients and sub-contracts,
as needed, to bring in local and regional expertise to provide the
most complete security available.
Homeland began its first business
relationship with the Tampa Port Authority and is now active in
establishing itself with minor and major ports at every maritime
point of entry throughout the 50 states including the Great Lakes.
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HISC
has begun work at the Garden City port in Savannah with Georgia
Tech to test the Cyber Tracker.
HISC
has partnered with Sprint/Nextel Communications.
HISC
is working on a presentation for the Department of Defense with
Cyber Tracker.
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The
Tampa Bay Port is projecting additional projects for HISC in 2005.
HISC
has a partnership with RIM, the maker of the Blackberry, to develop
new technology.
HISC
is marketing a port security package to the TSA and the Dept.
of Homeland Security.
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Public Safety And The Ports |
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“I think for the time being we have
to say that America, as open and wide and diverse as it is, is
a target-rich environment.”
Department of Homeland Security Secretary,
Tom Ridge
Public safety and international security
continue to be a global concern due to the threat of international
terrorism. Many government officials and security experts have dubbed
our ports as the weakest link in our fight against terrorist activities.
The need to protect our borders, ports and airports from terrorist
entry and activity has never been higher. In some of our nation’s
busiest commercial ports, tractor trailer trucks by the thousands
enter and exit every day completely un-monitored.
A single terrorist could enter a restricted
area undetected and detonate explosives or a nuclear dirty bomb
and, in some instances, cause more collateral damage than we have
ever experienced on our nation's soil. Without the ability
to track and monitor those entering and exiting our ports, airports
and military facilities, a lone delivery person is fully capable
of dealing a crippling blow.
Even with armed sea marshals stopping and
boarding more ships than ever at the nation’s busiest ports, security
experts and port officials have warned that the nation’s seaports
still remain critically vulnerable to infiltration and attack. Nearly
half of the 12 million cargo containers in the world eventually
pass through U.S. ports during any given year, a fact that poses
a staggering challenge to those trying to secure cities along America’s
coasts and rivers against attack.
“Cargo containers offer a frighteningly
simple and anonymous way to smuggle weapons of mass destruction
into the United States.”
Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine
U.S. Coast Guard and private companies that
own and operate more than 1,000 port terminals are calling for greater
use of IT-based systems. Such systems would be used to alert officials
about cargo containers that have been tampered with before they
enter U.S. territorial waters and enable tighter personnel screening
and access control at all U.S. ports.
More than 7,500 foreign vessels make more
than 51,000 port calls in the U.S. every year. In addition, more
than 6 million containers, including 156 million tons of hazardous
material and 1 billion tons of petroleum products, enter U.S. ports
each year.
"Only 4 percent of all containers ever
get inspected."
Asa Hutchinson, Undersecretary for Homeland
Security
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Homeland Integrated Security Systems Products & Technology |
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Homeland Integrated Security Systems provides
proven systems for the monitoring and real time tracking of fixed,
as well as moving assets, in an unlimited number of specific applications.
The Company offers a reliable and compact tracking system that can
be easily integrated into existing security arrangements. The solution
offers protection by individually tracking and monitoring the movement
of all or selected vehicles and or assets.
Cyber Tracker
The Cyber Tracker, a 5 inch square by 1 inch
thick battery powered GPS device, is placed in the entering vehicle
or asset. A customized software application transmitted wirelessly
imposes an icon specific to that vehicle on a computerized map in
any number of on or off site locations. Administratively defined
criteria (i.e. speed, location, stopping time, and route designation
to name a few) can be set so that a series of alarms can be
triggered if the criteria are violated.
“Geo fencing”, a unique characteristic of
the Cyber Tracker, allows the administrator to define specific areas
that can be determined as “off limits” and as such will trigger
alarms if the assigned Cyber Tracker enters the defined space.
The reverse can also be used by “fencing” a vehicle or asset inside
a defined area. It is also capable of providing position reports
at predetermined intervals ranging from minutes to hours.
The alarm system can notify the individual
monitoring the computer screen by an audible alarm or a variety
of other short or long distance calls to any land line phone, cell
phone or pager. Essentially, an alarm can be triggered and
notification can be sent via any of a variety of means to anywhere
on the globe. Remote monitoring from multiple locations simultaneously
is also available.
RC/2 Portable Radiation Detector
Designed specifically for the scrap metals industry, the RC/2
Portable Radiation Detector is an extremely effective handheld detector
that utilizes a large 32 cu. In. internal PVT plastic scintillation
detector (up to 40 times larger than most other portable units).
In addition to Gamma and Beta radiation detection capabilities,
the RC/2 is also sensitive to Neutron radiation.
Operation of the RC/2 is fully automatic and designed to allow
fast and easy inspection of areas, containers or vehicles that may
contain radioactive materials, or to verify or separate radioactive
materials that have triggered radioactive alarms on large scale
detection systems. The RC/2 contains a state of the art microprocessor
and internal electronic circuitry that produces a varying audio
tone to help locate the source of radiation.
Photo Multiplier Tubes (PMTs)
Homeland Integrated Security Systems
has developed a vehicle radiation detection system that incorporates
Photo Multiplier Tubes (PMTs), high speed microprocessors, and infrared
vehicle presence sensors to evaluate potential radiation levels
as a vehicle transverses between the detector panels. To assist
in security control, a graphic indication with a variable alarm
level and source location indicator is triggered when a radioactive
source has been detected inside a vehicle. The information is transmitted
wirelessly over a secured network and stored in memory so it can
be retrieved, viewed or printed as required. An analysis can occur
on a stationary or moving vehicle. The system is user friendly with
menus and terminology that makes it easy and simple for an operator
to understand the overall operation. To assist the user with operational
issues or service there is an internal telephone modem with software
control program that allows the system to be accessed remotely for
technical assistance as is required.
Spreader Bar Radiation Detection System
The HISC unique spreader bar radiation detection system is highly
sensitive and can immediately detect lead-sealed and low-level radioactive
sources in container and bulk material shipments before they enter
the United States. The spreader bar radiation detection system provides
a level of detection capability required to instill the highest
degree of confidence.
The system performs all detector signal analyses to determine whether
a radioactive source is present in the container. In normal operating
mode, the system provides all the information necessary to inform
the crane operator of a radiation detection, system scanning condition
and system operating conditions. The data logging system can be
located in a central office up to 5 miles away (line of site). The
controller can transmit on a continuous basis, every 1-5 seconds.
The detection system operated in three modes: continuous area scanning,
selective load scanning and a manual search and find scan (to help
pin-point the cause of a radiation alarm).
The incoming signal data from the cargo will be analyzed in two
different ways: homogeneous and point sources. For
example, a load of Brazil nuts usually contain concentration
of N.O.R.M. that could emit a very low level of radiation, with
a high probability that would be homogeneously spread through the
cargo. The system will display a warning message and make a recommendation
that the cargo be inspected. In a situation where an alarm condition
occurs as a result of a point source, the measured radiation levels
will show a specific footprint to clearly indicate that a point
source is present and the alarm condition would be considered a
"positive alarm" telling the operator that the container must be
isolated and inspected.
Radiation Detection Monitors
Homeland can provide a proven system for the detection of radioactive
materials (gamma rays and neutrons), such as those used in radiological
dispersal devices (dirty bombs). As a reliable and compact detection
system, our products can be easily integrated into existing security
arrangements. Our solution offers protection by detecting the movement
of potentially hazardous radioactive materials and alerting security
so that quick and decisive action can be taken. Radiation Detection
Monitors are available for inspecting individuals through the use
of a walk-through portal radiation monitor and cargo containers
through the use of a spreader bar radiation monitor.
The Walk-Through Portal Radiation Monitor
The Portal Radiation Monitoring System has been designed specifically
for monitoring individuals as they pass within the range of the
detection unit, even if the materials they are carrying are concealed.
The system utilizes a series of large area Polyvinyl Toluene (PVT)
plastic scintillators situated in a dual detector arrangement. Utilizing
scintillators in this configuration will provide enhanced detection
capability for radioactive material located anywhere on a human
body and/or baggage that may be carried into a facility.
The system utilizes two relatively large volume detectors of high
grade specially prepared PVT scintillation material as the detection
medium. The detection medium is internally shielded on the back,
both sides and on each end, to ensure that maximum detection capability
is maintained in the area where personnel will pass. The detector
utilizes state of the art electronic components such as high gain/low
noise Photo Multiplier Tubes, high voltage power supply and signal
processing circuits. All components are modular in design requiring
little effort and time to replace a defective part in the unlikely
event that a repair is required. The detection system is an
extremely effective radiation detection system that is easy to use,
easy to setup and is completely automatic. The system technology
has proven its ability to provide reliable detection on a continuous
basis with an extremely low false alarm rate.
THE
KIOSK SYSTEM & THE TAMPA BAY PORT AUTHORITY PROJECT
Homeland Integrated Security Systems, Inc., initially conducted
its business relationship with the Tampa Port Authority for a single
purpose: To aide the Port in its quest to streamline traffic
and increase safety onto and off the Port property.
The process of entering the Port property was extremely cumbersome
and time consuming. A 10-minute wait was not uncommon for
trucks trying to gain access to a berth, which caused enormous traffic
congestion on roads leading to the entrance of the Port. Furthermore,
with the volume of trucks entering the Port, it was impossible for
a security guard at the entrance to visibly check the cargo of each
truck as it entered or exited the Port.
Until recently, full-access was granted to trucks and truck-drivers
with no regard for what was being carried on or off the Port property.
Today, thanks to the exclusive design and engineering efforts of
HISC, an unmanned Kiosk System has been created as a centralized
computer networking unit where multiple tasks can be handled simultaneously
and effortlessly.
Tampa’s
Port Authority Now Utilizes
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1) The
only unmanned Port Kiosk System in the U.S., where automation has
reduced the wait time to access the Port campus from 10-plus minutes
to 30-seconds
2) An
automated program with Event Logic, including a profile of the driver
and trucking company is checked via a state-wide database maintained
in Tallahassee, FL before the truck ever enters the Port property
3) A
prompt report detail which records the weight of the truck, what
the truck carries to and from the berths, and the amount of time
the truck was on the Port
4) A
computer system, which integrates simultaneously with the Port’s
previously existing computer hardware, camera systems, and programs
5) An
unmanned, streamlined and efficient process that controls access
on and off the Port
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In spite of the high-tech/streamlined additions that the inbound/outbound
Kiosk System brought to the Tampa Port Authority, there were still
a couple of areas where technology could further assist the Port
Authorities in their efforts to protect the Port from unwanted activities.
After entering the kiosk area, a dispensing system will be put
in place to distribute the “Cyber Tracker” units. The Tampa
size and flow is moderate compared to other Ports in America as
many have both more land mass and trafficking volume. Because
the Kiosk and the Cyber Tracker are 100% automated, a dispensing
system can be easily integrated by using barcodes affixed to the
Bills of Lading. In the return process, it will allow the
units to be collected in an easy to track manner, for subsequent
redistribution. This will also monitor who is on, who has
been on, and who is off the port property.
HISC
& SPRINT/NEXTEL
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The reason HISC chose Nextel to provide the monitoring
application for the CyberTracker is Nextel is the only wireless
system, and only GPS system, which uses a dual-band network.
The dual-band network is one level of voice communication and a
second level of data communication. The data communication
is wholly-sustained within the Nextel system, using JAVA-based language
to communicate from the unit to an encrypted storage facility.
In addition to the dual network, Nextel is currently being utilized
by the DOJ and DOD, along with the FBI and CIA, as its data systems
are 99.8% secure, making it the most secure network in existence.
The Nextel network also provides us with the ability to provide
carrier tracking, without the ports having to build costly infrastructure.
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Nextel tracking uses three forms of tracking, to create accuracy
within 3-feet.
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These are: satellite, cellular triangulation (this being an coordinate
drawn between 3 towers), and an Assisted Global Positioning System.
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The Nextel system tracks with 99+% accuracy and pings every 3 to
5 seconds, creating a “real time,” low-cost, tracking solution.
The primary purpose of the tracking system is to regulate the proper
movement of trucks to and from the berth, which is coordinated through
their Bill of Lading. In addition, it will allow security
to view trucks that are in unauthorized areas, or failing to report
properly. When programming the tracking system, and coordinating
it with a Bill of Lading, we will be able to provide ports with
policing functions, such as speed control, extended storage history
regarding truck and trucking company movements on port grounds,
and invaluable port usage reports.
This creates a virtual clearing house for both digital and analog
equipment to come together at one central point, thus allowing old
and new to work together to protect the Tampa Port. This is the
only system of its type, and is wholly and exclusively owned by
Homeland Integrated Security Systems, Inc.
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Recent News From HISC |
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Press Release Source: Homeland Integrated Security
Systems, Inc.
Monday December 13, 10:54 am ET
Homeland Integrated
Security Systems Announces that the Merger
of Nextel and
Sprint Will Open Doors as Well as Launch a New Level of Service
to Our Homeland and Our Nation's Ports
ASHEVILLE, N.C., Dec. 13, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- Officials at Homeland
Integrated Security Systems, Inc. (Other OTC:HISC.PK - News) reported
today that Nextel Communications Inc., the supplier of their data
pipeline, and Sprint Corp. has reached a tentative agreement to
merge. According to industry analysts, this will create the third
largest cellular communications company in the nation. When asked
how the potential merger might affect Homeland Integrated Security
Systems, Inc. and its port related business, Frank Moody, CEO, replied
by saying that the combined companies will most likely benefit from
economies of scale in purchasing. In addition, Moody feels that
Nextel-Sprint will complement each other's strengths and weaknesses,
and the joining of forces will make the new company that much stronger.
As far as Homeland Integrated Security Systems, Inc. is concerned,
Moody says, ``(they) are looking forward to being able to take advantage
of the potential that the possible merger will offer.'' To read
the entire release and disclaimer, the link is HERE
Press Release Source: Homeland Integrated Security
Systems, Inc.
Monday December 6, 9:34 am ET
Homeland Integrated
Security Systems is Pleased to Announce Broad Run Consulting of
Washington, D.C. has Agreed to Help Market Their Port Security
Products to the Federal Government
ASHEVILLE, N.C., Dec. 6, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- Homeland Integrated
Security Systems Inc. (Other OTC:HISC.PK - News) today announced
that it had retained Broad Run Consulting. Broad Run is a leading
government sales and marketing firm in Washington, D.C. Broad Run
will advise HISC on all matters regarding sales to the federal government.
``We need the expertise that Broad Run brings to the table in getting
the Federal Government's attention. Finding the right person to
talk to in Washington can take forever. Broad Run is extremely experienced
and well connected. We are thrilled to have them join our team,''
Frank Moody, HISC CEO, said.
Broad Run is a Washington based government consulting firm that
advises companies on selling goods and services to the Federal Government.
To read the entire release and disclaimer, the link is HERE
Press Release Source: Homeland Integrated Security
Systems, Inc.
Thursday November 18, 10:39 am ET
Homeland Integrated
Security Systems (HISC) to Partner with Government Agencies to
Increase Port Security
ASHEVILLE, N.C., Nov. 18, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- Homeland Integrated
Security Systems (Other OTC:HISC.PK - News) is pleased to announce
its Mission Statement: It is the goal of Homeland Integrated Security
Systems, Inc. to provide America's seaports with the most up-to-date,
leading-edge hardware and software available, to create a seamless
flow of information which benefits commercial carriers, while at
the same time providing the highest degree of security for seaports
and surrounding communities. To read the entire release and disclaimer,
the link is HERE
Press Release Source: Homeland Integrated Security
Systems, Inc.
Friday November 12, 10:30 am ET
Homeland Integrated
Security Systems (HISC) Announces a Study on Cyber Tracker by
the Georgia Tech Center for Maritime Technology
ASHEVILLE, N.C., Nov. 12, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- Homeland Integrated
Security Systems (Other OTC:HISC.PK - News) is proud to announce
that a study will begin mid-January on their Cyber Tracker line
of products. The study will be conducted by the Georgia Tech Center
for Maritime Technology under the direction of the Georgia Port
Authority (GPA). The Study will use the Port of Savannah for the
Prototype. The Study will test Cyber Tracker's ability to increase
Commerce as well as increasing Port Security. The center has reviewed
the technology and feels it is worthy of an eight week study. It
believes this product may benefit Commerce Development as well as
Port Security. Its Commerce Development Center is a ``Think Tank''
for ports to increase commercial efficiencies as well as increase
Port Security. To read the entire release and disclaimer, the link
is HERE
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Financial Highlights |
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Homeland
Integrated Security Systems, Inc.
State
of Incorporation: FL
Year
of Incorporation 2004
Fiscal
Year End: December 31
12/14
(Recent Trade) $0.014
Trade
Time: 2:50 PM EST
12/14
Change: +0.003 (+27.27%)
12/14
Volume 1,244,022
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Volume
Avg: 723,200
52-Week
High: 0.15
Estimated
Market Cap: 10.499M as of 2004-12-10
(based
on Outstanding Shares as of 2004-09-30)
Outstanding
Shares: 699,999,258 as of 2004-09-30
Authorized
Shares: 1,000,000,000 as of 2004-11-01
Float:
12,434,258 as of 2004-11-01
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TO CONTACT HOMELAND INTEGRATED SECURITY SOLUTIONS
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Headquarters
1 Town Square Blvd. Suite 347,
Asheville, NC 28803
828-681-5152 Office - 828-242-6652
Cellular - 828-681-9501 Fax
Contact: John Campo, Investor Relations
(410) 321-5454
For more information, visit the Company
Web site, the link is HERE
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