New partnership delivers faster water rescue solutions for public safety agencies
BRINC and OMADA Group have announced a strategic partnership to improve water rescue operations by using drones to deploy emergency flotation devices (EFDs). The collaboration combines BRINC’s cutting-edge drone technology with OMADA Group’s expertise in first responder safety equipment. The two companies are working to provide the drone-deployable Restube EFD to public safety agencies across the United States and Canada.
Partnership: The new standard in underwater rescue
BRINC’s Drone as First Responder (DFR) solution, combined with OMADA Group’s Restube automated EFD, provides a new and faster way to respond to water emergencies. The Restube Automatic is a lightweight flotation device that automatically deploys upon contact with water, making it an ideal tool for drones. This technology allows public safety agencies to mount the device directly on BRINC’s Responder drone using a custom Restube mount, allowing life-saving flotation devices to be delivered to individuals in distress within seconds.
“By combining Restube EFD with BRINC’s drone ecosystem, we are providing first responders with a life-saving underwater rescue tool,” said Blake Resnick, BRINC founder and CEO. “This partnership will allow us to immediately distribute flotation devices to those who need them as quickly as possible.”
A game-changing tool for public safety
This partnership offers several benefits to first responders. EFD-equipped drones are faster than traditional methods of delivering rescue equipment, such as boats or crewed aircraft. This allows for faster response times, especially in critical situations where every second counts. According to Arcady Shteynberg, owner and partner of OMADA Group, “No tool can deliver a flotation device to the scene faster than a drone. “It requires less maintenance than traditional crew aviation and is not limited by the limitations of a boat or other watercraft.”
This innovative solution is quickly being adopted by more public safety agencies as they recognize its potential to enhance water rescue operations.
Impact on Public Safety Agencies
The combination of Restube flotation devices and BRINC’s drones aims to set a new standard in emergency response. As more agencies integrate this technology into their operations, our ability to save lives in water-related emergencies is expected to improve. This collaboration provides comprehensive, ready-to-deploy solutions, ensuring first responders have the tools they need to act quickly and effectively.
To learn more about BRINC’s drone technology and solutions, visit BRINC Drones. To explore OMADA Group’s products and services, please visit OMADA Group.
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