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Meridian Rapid Defense Group LLC Announces Development of the Archer 1000 Barrier

PASADENA, Calif. – Meridian Rapid Defense Group has designed and engineered the Archer 1000 Barrier, a strategic barrier system with the intent to not only meet, but to significantly exceed the existing standards required for certification.  This has resulted in a new and unique defensive barrier not previously available.  Meridian Rapid Defense Group designs and engineers strategic defense systems that are easy to install, and are rapidly deployable for a wide range of military and tactical scenarios.  Meridian’s revolutionary new Archer 1000 Barrier is constructed of high strength steel and can be rapidly installed in a variety of configurations by a small force.The Archer 1000 offers vehicle anti-ram protection and has received the U.S. Department of State’s K4 Level 3 rating, which requires the barrier to stop a 15,000 pound truck traveling at 30 miles per hour.  In addition, the Archer 1000 offers superior ballistic capabilities and can withstand 5.56 and 7.62 caliber NATO armour piercing combat rounds, as well as.50 caliber BMG M2 ball rounds.Founded with the mission of saving lives, the Meridian Rapid Defense Group offers products and services designed for speed of deployment with small forces, as every moment counts when securing a perimeter and protecting strategic locations while under attack. Meridian Rapid Defense Group has developed a unique product that passes the high standards of the United States Departments of State and Defense.“In today’s environment where protecting borders and making regions around the world safer is of top priority, the Archer 1000 Barrier is uniquely positioned to protect military and tactical units and secure perimeters from attack,” said Meridian Chairman and CEO Peter D. Whitford.  “And unlike other barrier systems, the Archer 1000 does not require large teams of people or several days for installation.  The Archer 1000 Barrier is alsoeal for securing strategic facilities such as chemical plants, power stations, water reservoirs, government buildings and border areas.”About Meridian Rapid Defense GroupMeridian Rapid Defense Group develops products that are engineered for speed of deployment. The flexibility of the system allows tactical or military forces to quickly secure politically, economically or environmentally important sites for short and long durations.For more information on Meridian Rapid Defense Group LLC please see their Web sitewww.meridianrapiddefense.com. For more information, contact Inspiring Minds Communications Carla Sameth Phone: (626) 564-0163Email: carla@inspiringmindscom.com Norma Kelly Phone: (818) 509-0575Email: nkelly@inspiringmindscom.com