EFJohnson Portable Offering Meets Federal Standards for Immersion
Irving, TX – August 16, 2006 – EFJ, Inc. (NASDAQ: EFJI) announced today that its EFJohnson subsidiary has added submersibility to its Project 25 compliant portable radios.
“Our portable radio products continue to evolve as we deliver new solutions to meet the increasing requirements of our customers,” said Michael E. Jalbert, chairman and chief executive officer of EFJ, Inc. “This rugged radio meets military specifications (MIL SPEC) 810C through 810F for immersion. The submersible radio opens new market opportunities for us and will be available for delivery in the fourth quarter,” Jalbert added.
About EFJohnson
EFJohnson is a leading provider of two way radios and communication systems for law enforcement, fire fighters, EMS, and the military. Founded in 1923, the company has a lengthy history of leadership in numerous communication industry standards initiatives and organizations and was one of the first developers of wireless communications products to be fully compliant with federal government Project 25 interoperability standards. EFJohnson offers a comprehensive portfolio of digital and analog radio communications solutions which assist in effectively and affordably managing the transition to digital P25 compliant systems. For more information, visit http://www.EFJohnson.com.
About EFJ, Inc.
EFJ, Inc. is the Irving, Texas based parent company to industry-leading secure wireless and private wireless solution businesses. EFJ, Inc. is home to 3e Technologies International; a leading provider of FIPS validated wireless data infrastructure and software with interoperable security; the EFJohnson Company, one of the first developers of Project 25 mobile communications products and solutions; and Transcrypt International, a leader in secure solutions to protect sensitive voice communications. For more information, visit http://www.efji.com.
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