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Australian Aerospace has selected ADG’s R4i CSDB Server suite for the production of ASD S1000D hardcopy manuals for the ADF’s new Multi Role Helicopter, the MRH90.

The selection of R4i for the MRH90 program leverages the existing R4i system which is used by Australian Aerospace to produce Interactive Electronic Technical Manual’s (IETM’s) for the Army’s ARH Tiger.  The MRH90 can carry 18 fully-equipped troops or 4,000kg of under slung load, plus four crew. Cruise speed is 300km/h and maximum range is over 900km.

It has state-of-the-art technology, a composite fuselage, a rear ramp enabling a small vehicle to be loaded, a full fly-by-wire control system and a digital cockpit.  The helicopter is fully marinised and thus able to operate from Royal Australian Navy amphibious ships.

“ADG are pleased to welcome the Australian Aerospace MRH90 project as a new customer in the region, and look forward to supporting the Australian Aerospace program’s in the delivery of PDF and IETP’s to our Defence Forces.  These are first class programs and we are proud of our association with Australian Aerospace”, said Absolute Data Group’s CEO, Tammy Halter.

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Dr. Timothy M. King, CEng MIMechE CITP MBCS PhD DIC ACGI, has extensive international experiences in through-life information exploitation to support high value, complex assets.

Since 1986, Tim has participated extensively in applying computer software to support the engineering process. He is a Principal Consultant at LSC Group (UK), where he has worked since 1998. He is a Chartered Engineer (Institution of Mechanical Engineers) and a Chartered Information Technology Professional (British Computer Society).

About Tim’s Presentation

Effective and efficient decision making is the fundamental business capability that drives the requirement for information interoperability and integration.

This interoperability and integration is more extensive if underpinned by open, neutral standards. Such standards include STEP and PLCS for engineering data (ISO 10303) and ASD S1000D for technical documentation.

These standards have been the subject of extensive investment and support from the UK Defence enterprise, within both the MOD and Industry.

The Defence enterprise is now ready to take full advantage of the standards and has built an understanding of how to address the associated practical issues through early examples of implementation.

These examples have already begun to demonstrate the achievability of the promised business benefits. These benefits will grow as implementation becomes more widespread.

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Effective 31 August, 2009.

S1000D specialist Absolute Data Group (ADG) has released the latest version of their S1000D compliant Publication Management System, R4i CSDB Server. This new release builds on R4i’s core strength; the ability to deliver smart, media rich and interactive electronic technical manuals (IETM) for Defence, Aerospace and heavy Industry. (more…)

Integrated Logistics Support specialists CHAND LLC has selected Absolute Data Group’s (ADG) integrated software suite to provide an advanced e-learning, planned maintenance and electronic technical manual capability for the new fleet of U.S Coast Guard Sentinel Class Cutters. (more…)

U.S. Reaps Benefits of Australian Expertise 

 Software developed by award-winning Australian IT company Absolute Data Group (ADG) has continued to impress international organisations, with the U.S. Air Force (USAF) being the latest to benefit from its cutting-edge solutions.

U.S. defence contractor, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., has selected ADG’s content delivery solution to provide interactive electronic technical manuals for the Air Force’s new unmanned aerial system (UAS), the MQ-9 Reaper.

The S1000D software, known as R4i CSDB, means that the USAF can now supplement its traditional high-quality printed manuals with more efficient, interactive, electronic manuals to allow personnel to maintain and repair the new UAS easily.

“R4i essentially creates ‘smart’ maintenance and operational applications that can link manuals, training modules, video and audio to stores systems for parts availability and information,” said Tammy Halter, CEO, ADG. 

“This is important because field personnel need easy access to an enormous amount of technical information.  The R4i application allows them to access what they need on the run and in several formats.”

ADG is becoming a household name amongst defence, automotive and IT leaders, not just in Australia, but throughout the world, said Tammy.

“It’s exciting to see ADG technology being used all around the world by some of the biggest organisations and for very important projects,” she said. 

“Large organisations and defence departments internationally are choosing R4i because it’s more cutting-edge, cost-effective, quicker to implement  and higher on features compared to other products available.  Customers also trust in ADG’s heritage of working with SGML, XML, Defence, Aerospace and Airline requirements for the last 15 years.”

R4i is currently in use by Australian Aerospace, Australian Defence Industries, Australian Submarine Corporation, the Australian Army, Boeing and Virgin Blue Airlines.

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About the MQ-9 Reaper

Predator B/MQ-9 Reaper is an unmanned aerial system  developed by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. and is currently operational with the U.S. Air Force, NASA and U.S. Department of Homeland Security/Customs and Border Protection and has been acquired by the U.S. Navy and the Royal Air Force.

The remotely operated aircraft is the Air Force’s first purpose-designed hunter-killer UAS designed for long-endurance high-altitude armed reconnaissance and surveillance.

The MQ-9 Reaper design utilizes a 900 shaft-horsepower turboprop engine that allows the aircraft to carry 10 times more ordnance and cruise at twice the speed of its predecessor, the MQ-1 Predator.

The aircraft can carry a variety of weapons, such as air-to-air missiles, air-to-ground missiles and bombs.

About Absolute Data Group

Founded in 1997, ADG provides organisations with the tools, training and services to manage their business-critical information requirements. ADG’s award-winning software helps organisations create, manage and deliver essential business information, including technical documentation such as maintenance manuals and operating procedures. ADG also offers software designed to help organisations create catalogues, directories and listings vital to their sales and marketing requirements.

ADG’s client list includes ADI Limited, AirServices Australia, Audi, Australian Aerospace, Boeing, Brisbane Airport Corporation, Daimler Chrysler/Jeep, Australian Department of Defence, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Lexis Nexis, Mitsubishi Motors, Qantas, Saab Systems, Telstra, Tenix Defence, Toyota, Unisys, Virgin Blue and Vodafone. Please visit www.absolutedata.com. 

For further information, please contact Tammy Halter, CEO, Absolute Data Group,
Tel: (07) 3832 6888, or E-mail: thalter@absolutedata.com.

Brisbane IT Company Absolute Data Group (ADG) have recently signed an agreement with Boeing Australia Limited to supply them its locally developed R4i S1000D software for use on upcoming Defence contracts.

ADG’s R4i software was chosen above other US and European vendors to establish Boeing Australia’s S1000D capability. This will enable them to provide S1000D compliant interactive technical manuals to meet upcoming Defence project requirements.

ADG’s CEO Tammy Halter said the decision shows that Australian IT firms can compete with the rest of the world when it comes to cutting-edge technology.

“Large organisations and defence departments across the globe are choosing R4i because it’s more cost effective, quicker to implement and higher on features compared to other products available.

“Customers also trust in ADG’s heritage of working with SGML, XML, Defence, Aerospace and Airline requirements for the last 15 years,” Tammy said.

R4i transforms static electronic documentation into “smart” maintenance and operational applications.  The software has the capability to allow interactive maintenance manuals or training modules, video, audio and written content to be linked to stores systems for parts availability and information.

R4i is already in use by Australian Aerospace, Australian Defence Industries, Australian Submarine Corporation, Australian Army and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems. 

For Boeing’s upcoming Defence projects, it will enable defence personnel to easily maintain Boeing Australia supplied products.

“Field personnel need easy access to an enormous amount of technical information and the R4i application allows them to access what they need on the run,” Tammy said.

Boeing Australia’s Product Support Systems Integration Manager, Steven Grant, said: “Boeing Australia have a long standing relationship with ADG and have selected R4i as a cost effective solution that provides the features we require to meet our customer’s expectations.

“This has also been a great opportunity for Boeing Australia to continue its support of local SMEs who produce world-class products and services,” Steven said.

About Absolute Data Group

Founded in 1997, ADG provides organisations with the tools, training and services to manage their business-critical information requirements. ADG’s award-winning software helps organisations create, manage and deliver essential business information, including technical documentation such as maintenance manuals and operating procedures. ADG also have software designed to help organisations create catalogues, directories and listings vital to their sales and marketing requirements.

ADG’s client list includes ADI Limited, AirServices Australia, Audi, Australian Aerospace, Boeing, Brisbane Airport Corporation, Daimler Chrysler/Jeep, Department of Defence, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Lexis Nexis, Mitsubishi Motors, Qantas, Saab Systems, Telstra, Tenix Defence, Toyota, Unisys, Virgin Blue, Vodafone. For more information, please visit www.absolutedata.com. 

About Boeing Australia

Boeing Australia Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary that reports to Boeing International Support Systems, is a high-technology aerospace company specialising in installation and support of systems for defence and commercial customers.

A unit of The Boeing Company, Boeing Integrated Defense Systems is one of the world’s largest space and defence businesses. Headquartered in St. Louis, Boeing Integrated Defense Systems is a $30.8 billion business. It provides network-centric system solutions to its global military, government and commercial customers. It is a leading provider of intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance systems; the world’s largest military aircraft manufacturer; the world’s largest satellite manufacturer; a foremost developer of advanced concepts and technologies; a leading provider of space-based communications; the primary systems integrator for U.S. missile defence; NASA’s largest contractor; and a global leader in sustainment solutions and launch services.

Media Enquiries

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Tammy Halter, CEO, Absolute Data Group

Tel: (07) 3832 6888 or Email: thalter@absolutedata.com.