LightGuard Systems Part Numbers: LGS-RRFB-F & LGS-RRFB-FS See PDF of LightGuard RRFB-F&FS Spec Sheet Compliance  MUTCD Authorized for Optional Use of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons Separate AC or DC input powered controller required. The RRFB may be powered by a separate (not shown) LightGuard Systems®, Inc. flashing unit controller (AC or Solar) sold separately.  The flashing output is user select-able for either one of two flashing sequence options (LRLRL or LLLRR) alerting motorists to the presence of the crosswalk.  The RRFB can be used as a standalone warning system or upgraded at any time with LightGuard Systems®, Inc. In Roadway Warning Lights (IRWL).  Installers need only supply the 12VDC output from a flashing unit controller to the RRFB for operation. See PDF of LightGuard Solar Wireless RRFB-F Spec Sheet The Wireless RRFB is used at a crosswalk to alert motorists to the presence of pedestrians; they are offered as a pair. Pedestrians activate the system via ADA compliant push button station devices. 

Each RRFB will flash for the cross time duration setting. The wireless RRFB use FCC approved matched transceivers to securely communicate pedestrian activation from either cross walk entrance up to 250 ft. (75m) apart and is designed to support one RRFB up to 500 daily activations (30 sec each) for 7 days without requiring battery recharge.  Additional solar capacity (solar panel &/or battery) can be upgraded based on usage requirements. The controllers and transceivers are factory installed, assembled into a lockable NEMA 4 cabinet. Installers need only connect the battery, solar panel, RRFB-F and push button to the enclosure mounted behind the static W11-2 sign located at each crosswalk entrance. Optional static W-63 schoolhouse crossing sign available. Solar wireless RRFB units are installed on either side of the crosswalk activated with manual push button (automatic activation available) devices that allows pedestrians to energize the beacons prior to crossing. These RRFB systems can operate with AC power sources;

they are low voltage DC operated flashing safety systems. Coast Guard Station Atlantic City holds ribbon cutting ceremony Rear Adm. Meredith Austin, Capt. Benjamin Cooper and Lt. Cmdr. Noel Johnson cut the ribbon to officially open the new boat house maintenance facility at Coast Guard Station Atlantic City September 29, 2016. The new facility will allow for the crew to conduct maintenance, repairs and training in a safe, temperature controlled environment. The facility was named after Retired Capt. Joseph Mazzotta who served as officer in charge of three stations along the Jersey Shore including South Brigantine, Cape May Point and Atlantic City. U.S. Coast Guard video by Petty Officer 3rd Class David MicallefVideo by Petty Officer 3rd Class David MicallefThe 177th Fighter Wing is located at Atlantic City International Airport, in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. The 177th has been at this location since 1958. Our mission aircraft is the single seat F-16C Fighting Falcon. Since October 1998, the 177th has had an active involvement in Operation's Noble Eagle, Southern Watch, Northern Watch, Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom.

Cav unit partners with National Guard By U.S. ArmyOctober 31, 2014 CAMP SHELBY, Miss. -- In keeping with U.S. Army Forces Command Total Force Policy initiative, the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division recently visited Camp Shelby, Mississippi to discuss future training events with 155th Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard.carrier wall air conditioner units "Our partnership with the 155th (BCT) affords both organizations the opportunity to become more combat ready," said Col. Matthew Van Wagenen, commander of the 3rd BCT. how much does a 4 ton ac unit cost installed"I have every confidence that we will see the difference from the individual Soldier level thru collective brigade battle staffs."5 ton home ac unit

The two units discussed and planed joint training events ranging from a gunnery academy to the brigades exchanging standard operating procedures. "Our blended training concepts and joint BDE level operations will lead to an AC/RC (active component/ reserve component) proficiency that benefits the division and total heavy force as a whole," said Col. Jeffrey Van, commander of the 155th BCT, MSANG. Soldiers from the both units are scheduled to train together at Camp Shelby during a decisive action rotation called the eXportable Combat Training Capability 15-5 next summer. Active duty units typically use one of two stateside training locations for higher echelon combat training -- the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, and the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana. The Army National Guard now has its own location for similar training -- the XCTC at Camp Shelby. 3rd BCT's recent visit to Camp Shelby highlighted the brigades' efforts to expand the AC/RC partnership program and leverage opportunities to participate in Army Total Force Training.

In this year's October edition of Army Magazine, General Mark Milley, the commanding general of U.S. Army Forces Command, spoke on how FORSCOM will implement the Army Total Force Training. "To accomplish our mission, FORSCOM operates as a strong, integrated total Army team-active component (AC), Army National Guard (ARNG) and U.S. Army Reserve (USAR). FORSCOM incorporates a total force approach into everything we do." Copy desk chief / comics blogger Senior Airman Daniel Douglas Tift, of the Rhode Island Air National Guard,143d Airlift Wing, Civil Engineering Squadron Structures Shop saws joists to a new roof for the women's barracks and latrine for the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) at the Coral Harbour Base in Nassau, Bahamas on June 17, 2014 for their inaugural group DFT (Deployment For Training) to support the RBDF in conjunction with the National Guard State Partnership Program (SPP). National Guard Photo by Master Sgt John McDonald (RELEASED) Posted 7/25/2014   Updated 8/7/2014

7/25/2014 - 25 July 2014 -- NASSAU, Bahamas - Members of the Rhode Island Air National Guard's 143d Airlift Wing from the Civil Engineering Squadron (CES), Force Support Squadron (FSS) and Public Affairs Department (PA) launched its inaugural group DFT (Deployment For Training) to support the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) at the Coral Harbour Base on June 14-27, 2014. The National Guard State Partnership Program (SPP) is a United States Department of Defense program managed by the National Guard that links U.S. States with partner countries around the world for the purpose of supporting the security cooperation objectives of the geographic Combatant Commands. By linking U.S. states with designated partner countries, the SPP aims to promote access, enhance military capabilities, improve interoperability and enhance the principles of responsible governance. Furthermore, the SPP aims to foster the integration of reserve and active component forces into a "total force." Begun in December 2005 the Rhode Island National Guard State Partnership with the Bahamas has generated a series of cooperative initiatives ranging from disaster preparedness to business cooperation and university partnerships.

Some positive benefits from the program are; Provides experience and training for Guardsmen Develops relationships with partner country Encourages partners to co-deploy to Iraq or Afghanistan Improves retention or provides other incentives for Guardsmen Guardsmen benefit from partner country's experiences Improve military interoperability between US and Partner Nation forces During this recent DFT, the 143d CES provided their expertise on a joint mission with Bahamian engineers of the RBDF on several projects around the base. The Structures/Heavy Equipment shop helped with a newly begun, on-going construction project of the women's barracks/latrine. The project consisted of rough interior framing on the first and second floors and included the framing of the roof. The team worked side-by-side with their Bahamian counterparts to complete the roof project. The shop tackled numerous tasks which involved an added welding project. A steel fence post was repaired for the front gate and they installed new steel cage stairs to block off a high voltage area.

The Power Pro Shop along with their colleagues provided rough electrical installation, a new electrical panel and a smoke detector/life safety system in the new building. The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) shop contributed to the mission by completing several trouble shooting tasks to include; compressor changes, repair of wall units/split ac, central air systems and portable air units. The Water and Fuels Systems Maintenance (WFSM) shop shared their expertise to the task by finishing rough plumbing, rough water main feed and overall base survey for the water system. They also repaired numerous pressure issues and helped trouble shoot the cross-connection problems Coral Harbour was experiencing. In addition, the WFSM shop took on an assignment to demo old tile on the balcony of the Training Building overlooking the Parade Grounds. The Force Support structure is intended to streamline processes, maximize customer service and cut the costs of maintaining separate organizations and that's what the 143d Force Support Squadron sought to do.

They provided three hot meals per day for over 33 personnel totaling up to 1,400 meals executed in addition to daily supply runs to the local markets. FSS worked hand-and-hand with RBDF cooks creating spectacular dishes with a Bahamian twist for the Airmen. They accommodated members with dietary constrictions and/or food allergies while maintaining a stringent budget. The addition of Public Affairs allowed the group to connect with local counterparts and also provided the opportunity for members to participate in the Commissioning Ceremony of her Majesty's Bahamian Ship, Arthur Dion Hanna on Kelly's Dock in Downtown Nassau. PA also documented the inaugural DFT with photojournalism and video support. Fostering positive foreign relations is a key mission of the National Guard through the State Partnership Program. "This trip has been a great beginning in what will hopefully be a continued partnership between Rhode Island Air National Guard and the Royal Bahamas Defence Force. The Bahamians have offered outstanding support to our Airmen at their base and it's exciting to see the teamwork and friendships that have developed from the construction sites to the kitchen during just a short period of time," said Major Kathleen Mahoney, 143d Civil Engineering Squadron, DFT/ OIC.