ICx Technologies Names Dr. Martin U. Pralle General Manager for Photonics Group
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Billerica, Mass. (Jan. 22, 2008) - ICx Technologies, a developer of advanced technology solutions for homeland and military security, announced today the appointment of Dr. Martin U. Pralle as General Manager of its Photonics business unit, effective Jan. 1, 2008.
Dr. Pralle has been with ICx Photonics, formerly Ion Optics, since 2000. As vice president of engineering at Photonics, he led the development of products based on the core photonic-crystal micro-mechanical emitter technology, which he has been involved with since its inception. Photonics' products, including the MarkIR(TM), SensorChip CO2(TM), CO2 4P and the TunIR(TM), have applications in combat for the identification of friend or foe, industrial gas sensing, and medical devices for breath analysis.
"Dr. Pralle's knowledge and significant contributions have been invaluable in expanding the product offerings of ICx Photonics," said Dan Manitakos, president of ICx Technologies' surveillance division. "His leadership skills and commitment over the last seven years have demonstrated that he is the right person to lead the Photonics group as they introduce their new technology to existing and emerging markets."
To request additional information about any ICx Photonics products, please contact photonics.sales@icxt.com.
About ICx Technologies(TM)
ICx Technologies is a leader in the development and integration of advanced sensor technologies for homeland security, force protection and commercial applications. Our proprietary sensors detect and identify chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive threats, and deliver superior awareness and actionable intelligence for wide-area surveillance, intrusion detection and facility security. By leveraging our unparalleled technical expertise, ICx pioneers the integration of these advanced sensors into effective security and commercial solutions.
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Vicki Contavespi
Director of Public Relations
ICx Technologies
571-209-7660
Vicki.contavespi@icxt.com
