Securaplane expands into Oro Valley, Arizona in 2013

Securaplane expands into Oro Valley, Arizona in 2013.

Securaplane Technologies, a leading supplier of avionics products for business, commercial and military aircraft, will move into a newly-constructed facility in   Oro Valley’s Innovation Park in December, 2013.  Securaplane’s continued strong market growth has made it necessary to increase the size of its operations to support production programs for business jet, air transport, rotorcraft and military customers.

At its new location, Securaplane will be among other world-class leaders such as Sanofi and the Roche Group’s Ventana Medical Systems. “Securaplane is a welcome addition to Innovation Park, which is fast-becoming a hub for bioscience and hi-tech industries,” said Mayor Satish Hiremath. “We’re also proud to announce that Securaplane will be the first business to benefit from the newly-established Economic Expansion Zone.” The Economic Expansion Zone, which Oro Valley Town Council approved on October 3, 2012, is an overlay district that streamlines the process and reduces the time required to establish or expand a business in that area.

Shubhayu Chakraborty, President, Securaplane Technologies, commented:  “This is an exciting time for us. The aviation industry is witnessing a period of prolonged, favorable growth, with Securaplane beating industry trends. We are delighted to be able to accommodate this expansion within Oro Valley’s Innovation Park – a beautiful setting that will help us to continue to recruit and retain top talent. The Town of Oro Valley has fostered a spirit of partnership with Securaplane from day one, so I am confident that we will be able to execute this project flawlessly.”

Securaplane is an operating subsidiary of Meggitt PLC. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, Meggitt PLC is an international group operating in North America, Europe, and Asia. Known for its specialized extreme environment engineering, Meggitt is a world leader in aerospace, defense and energy markets.

For further information contact: Steffen Spell

Vice President, Sales and Marketing

Securaplane Technologies, Inc.

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Securaplane inverter selected by Embraer for KC-390 military aircraft

July 2, 2012

Securaplane has been selected by Embraer Defense and Security as its sole source, tier 1 supplier to provide a static inverter for their new fleet of KC-390 military aircraft.  

The unique design of the 3-phase inverter provides superior power density and peak power transfer.  The inverter transforms DC electrical power input, from the aircraft’s batteries into 200 VAC, 400Hz 3-phase connected supply. The inverter is composed of high frequency converters which are suitable to handle the total power needed with very low weight.

The Securaplane inverter has proven reliability and durability making it an excellent fit for a military cargo aircraft application as is the KC-390 aircraft.  Embraer projects 180 of this medium size, twin jet engine military transport aircraft will be built.  The aircraft is a military multi-purpose cargo aircraft with the ability to serve the civil aviation cargo market as well. 

Securaplane, a Meggitt company, offers a uniquely varied range of devices converting AC to DC, DC to DC, DC to AC, low voltage to high and vice versa.  Its high power solutions to conversion are based on skilled internal thermal performance management and are designed to be the world’s quietest.

Securaplane Technologies has longstanding experience in inverters, converters, mainship and emergency batteries, battery chargers, controllers and wireless devices and extensive experience in commercial aviation electronics design, test, certification and build. 

For further information contact:

Chris Heredia
Product Marketing Director
Securaplane Technologies, Inc.

+1 (520) 425-8010

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1. 1.     Securaplane, based in Tucson, AZ, specialises in energy storage, power electronics, airborne cameras, cellular security and wireless control systems.  With extensive technical capabilities and industry experience, Securaplane works with airframe manufacturers and operators.  

1. 2.     Meggitt acquired Pacific Scientific Aerospace in April, 2011, adding capabilities in electrical power generation, linear motion control, cameras, safety, security and associated repair and overhaul services.  For further information on Meggitt’s capabilities, go to www.meggitt.com

1. 3.     Headquartered in the United Kingdom, Meggitt PLC is an international group operating in North America, Europe and Asia. Known for its specialised extreme environment engineering, Meggitt is a world leader in aerospace, defence and energy markets.

Meggitt Aerospace Asia Pacific now Securaplane distributor

August 23, 2012

Securaplane, a Meggitt company, has chosen Meggitt Aerospace Asia Pacific (MAAP), Singapore, as its Pacific Rim distributor. This will help Securaplane support its customers in the Asia Pacific region with local MRO, AOG and spares support, rotable exchange and repair services from a CAAC, EASA, and FAA-certified facility.

 “With the rapid growth of aviation in the Pacific Rim, we needed specialized support and additional customer service for a market that’s very important to us,” says Steffen Spell, Securaplane VP of Sales and Marketing, “MAAP will fill that role.”

MAAP supports airlines, the aftermarket organizations of the major aircraft constructors and engine overhaul facilities and distributors across the whole Asia Pacific—India, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia and New Zealand. MAAP will offer Securaplane’s full line of products for both commercial and business aviation.

Please contact:

Chris Heredia, Product Marketing Director

Securaplane Technologies Inc.

+1 (520) 425 8010

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Allegiant Air selects Securaplane batteries

June 18, 2012

Allegiant Air has selected Securaplane as the provider of Sealed Lead Acid Emergency Batteries (XL-246) for their fleet of MD-80 aircraft. Allegiant Air is based in Las Vegas and operates a fleet of 66 Boeing MD-80 aircraft as well as a handful of Boeing 757 aircraft.