U.S. Army Features OHAUS DefenderTM Scales in Capitol Hill Briefing Targeting Soldier Body Armor

The OHAUS Corporation, a leading manufacturer of balances for industrial, laboratory, education and specialty markets worldwide, saw its new DefenderTM 3000 Series Bench Scales help settle a national debate.

Pine Brook, N.J. (PRWEB) June 8, 2007 -- The OHAUS Corporation (www.OHAUS.com), a leading manufacturer of balances for industrial, laboratory, education and specialty markets worldwide, saw its new DefenderTM 3000 Series Bench Scales help settle a national debate.

The U.S. Army has been testing its standard issue Interceptor body armor against a newer product, called "Dragon Skin," and the testing has lead to a debate over whether the Interceptor body armor is the best product to protect American troops. Part of the Army's recommendation to stay with the Interceptor body armor was based on the weight of the protective vests.

Using two OHAUS Defender 3000 bench scales at a Capitol Hill briefing for lawmakers and staff on May 24, Army representatives proved the Interceptor body armor is 19.5 pounds lighter than Dragon Skin, indicating this lower weight is an additional benefit for troops in the field.

The Defender 3000 Series is a new line of OHAUS bench scale products for industrial and laboratory use. The Defender 3000 are simple, yet rugged, bench scales that are ideal for general weighing and simple counting applications. For instance, warehouse and shipping and receiving departments can use the scales to get quick, accurate weights of boxes before shipping.

About OHAUS Corporation
Headquartered in Pine Brook, N.J., OHAUS Corporation manufactures an extensive line of high-precision electronic and mechanical balances and scales that meet the demands of virtually any weighing need. The company is a global leader in the laboratory, industrial, and education channels as well as a host of specialty markets, including the food preparation, pharmacy and jewelry industries. An ISO 9001:2000 manufacturer, OHAUS products are precise, reliable and affordable, and are backed by industry-leading customer support. For additional information, contact OHAUS Corporation at 973-377-9000, or visit the Web site at www.OHAUS.com.

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