BRSI Ballistic Recovery Systems Inc (CE)

Ballistic Recovery Systems, Inc. (Pink Sheets:BRSI) announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Advanced Tactical Fabrication (ATF), was chosen by 3M Corporation to supply over 1,500 vests specifically designed for 3M�s Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (or PAPR) product for one of its key customers. 3M indicated that the overall PAPR program has the potential for sizeable growth and �is very satisfied with the BRS design and construction of this important component of our PAPR product,� according to Jean Koecher, Segment Marketer in 3M�s Occupational Health & Environmental Safety Division, which is responsible for this product line. BRS is working closely with 3M to ensure the product conforms to the exacting high quality standards associated with 3M products. �Being able to partner with 3M on this important contract, with the potential for substantial follow-on work, allows BRS to achieve yet more of its strategic goals�diversification of safety products and alignment with world-class corporations,� said BRS CEO and President, Larry Williams. �We look forward to expanding our partnership with 3M and working closely to achieve efficiencies for both of us to assure success of these and other ATF programs,� Williams added. BRS and 3M recently signed a Master Supply Agreement formalizing a three-year supplier relationship which began October 1st. About Ballistic Recovery Systems and Advanced Tactical Fabrication Based in South Saint Paul, Minnesota, BRS designs, manufactures, and distributes whole-aircraft emergency parachute systems for general aviation and recreational aircraft. ATF (or Advanced Tactical Fabrication), a wholly-owned subsidiary of BRS, designs and manufactures reflective and load-bearing safety vests, and is a leader in the safety apparel and �cut & sew� industry. Ballistic Recovery Systems is a publicly traded company (BRSI.PK). Since 1981, BRS has delivered more than 29,000 parachute systems to aircraft owners worldwide, including over 3,500 systems on FAA-certificated aircraft such as the Cirrus Design SR20 and SR22 manufactured in Duluth, Minnesota. To date, BRS parachute recovery systems have been credited with saving the lives of 217 pilots and passengers. This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are often, but not always, made through the use of words such as �anticipates,� �expects,� �plans,� �believes,� �intends,� and other similar words or phrases. These statements are only predictions, and are based on current information and expectations. Such statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including market fluctuations, pricing, procurement, manufacturing efficiencies, operating risks, and other risks that could cause the actual results to differ materially from those projected. For more information, review the company�s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, particularly the Company�s annual report on Form 10-KSB. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement, and BRS undertakes no obligation to revise or update this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.