Innova Holdings Inc. IVHG), a
robotics and automation technology company providing software and hardware
systems-based solutions to the service, personal, and industrial robotic
markets, announced today that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) with Mesa Robotics Inc., (Madison, Ala.) that will integrate both
companies' successful technologies and proven products to further the
effectiveness of unmanned ground vehicles.
Mesa Robotics' rugged, reliable robotic vehicles are deployed in the United
States, Middle East and Japan, and also saw action in counter-explosives
operations in Afghanistan. The companies plan to integrate the Innova
Holdings patented robotic software solutions with Mesa's full line of
unmanned ground vehicles, ACER, Matilda and Marv. This combination of
Microsoft Windows® architecture with Mesa's rugged, versatile robots will
result in state-of-the-art platforms applicable for military, government,
Homeland Security, law enforcement and civilian markets.
"The combination of these companies' new 'smart' products will add
significant additional value across the full range of markets, including
the military, where the potential to save lives is compelling," said Walter
K. Weisel, Chairman and CEO of Innova Holdings. "What's exciting is that
the new products that come out of this alliance will advance robotics
development to a higher level than currently exists.
"After surveying the field of robots, we found Mesa Robotics to have the
very best range of vehicles to match current and emerging requirements for
robots in military and civilian applications."
Innova Holdings' innovative solutions include its control systems derived
from the Universal Robot Controller(TM) (URC(TM)), the world's first open
architecture PC-controller developed by Innova's wholly owned subsidiary
Robotic Workspace Technologies. Additionally, serviceability and modularity
of the unmanned ground vehicles in the field will be a top priority. That
includes ease of use, available spare parts and maintenance operations.
Innova Holdings has exclusive rights for sales and marketing to the
military, Homeland Security and commercial markets.
Mesa Robotics has a reputation for excellence in engineering, design,
development and integration of robotic vehicles and robotic vehicle
payloads. Its vehicles have a wide range of uses, including tactical,
search and rescue, remote material transport, and counter-explosives
operations including humanitarian demining.
"As demonstrated by our recent performance at a National Institute of
Science and Technology sponsored robotics evaluation exercise at Texas A&M
University, Matilda and Marv readily proved their ruggedness and
reliability," said Don Jones, vice president of Mesa Robotics Inc. "Soon,
with a Windows-based architecture, we're really going to have something
phenomenal.
"What's important to remember about Mesa's vehicles is that they have
already proven to be successful in negotiating rubble, operating in harsh
environments and saving lives. All of this at a lower-cost alternative to
what's currently available today."
The MOU is available on the Innova Holdings web site at:
www.innovaholdings.com/MOU.pdf.
About Innova Holdings, Inc.
Innova Holdings, Inc. (OTC BB: IVHG), Fort Myers, Florida, builds
shareholder value by developing and acquiring technology-differentiated
solutions with extraordinary potential for profitable and sustainable
growth. Innova Holdings is chartered to continue expanding its growing
suite of technologies through acquisitions and organic growth.
About Robotic Workspace Technologies, Inc.
Robotic Workspace Technologies (RWT), Fort Myers, Florida, is a subsidiary
of Innova Holdings, Inc. and a leading provider of open architecture,
patent-protected, PC controls, software, and related products that improve
the performance, applicability, and productivity of robots and other
automated equipment. RWT holds three pioneer utility patents issued by the
United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and patents pending
pertaining to the interface of a general use computer and the mobility of
robots, regardless of specific applications. Its technology has been
applied in industries ranging from agriculture to automotive, to medical
and R&D. RWT is recognized internationally for its pioneering contributions
to the robotics industry. Its founder, Mr. Walter Weisel, has been a
driving force in the robot industry for the past 33 years, and is a
recipient of the prestigious Joseph F. Engelberger Award recognizing his
contributions to the advancement of robotics and automation.
About Innova Robotics, Inc.
Innova Robotics, Inc., Fort Myers, Florida, is a wholly owned subsidiary of
Innova Holdings, Inc., founded specifically to enable development of
technologies, applications, and emerging markets in military, space,
undersea exploration, and homeland security. Innova Robotics will leverage
the patented products, technology, and robotics expertise of RWT, as well
as strategic relationships with system integrators and third-party
developers to earn a leadership position in this emerging industry.
RWT(TM), Universal Robot Controller(TM), URC(TM) RobotScript®, and
TeachPoint File Creator(TM) are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Innova Holdings, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the
trademarks of their respective owners.
Forward-looking statements such as "believe," "expect,"
"may," "plan," "intend," etc. contained herein are within the meaning of
the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements
involve risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company's beliefs and
assumptions it made using information currently available to it and which
reflect current views concerning those future events. Actual results could
differ materially. Therefore, undue reliance should not be placed on any
forward-looking statements, since they apply only as of today's date, and
accordingly, reference should be made to the Company's periodic filings
with the SEC.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Joseph Gonzales
Director of Corporate Communications
Innova Holdings Inc.
(239) 466-0488, extension 202
JGonzales@InnovaHoldings.com
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