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Associated Press
04-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
PepperBall® Announces Exclusive Multi-Year Partnership with Marshfield Drones™ to Implement AIMbot™ and SWATbot™ Robotic Platforms
Lake Forest, IL July 03, 2025 --( )-- PepperBall®, a widely adopted distance-based, non-lethal system, today announced an exclusive multi-year partnership with Marshfield Drones™, a Wisconsin-based robotics innovator specializing in ground tactical platforms. Under the agreement, Marshfield Drones will collaborate with PepperBall, which will brand, integrate, and market the technology to law-enforcement, corrections, and military agencies worldwide. The vehicles will launch at the National Sheriffs Association Conference, Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 23-25, 2025, Booth 1716. 'Robotics extends the PepperBall core promise of distance and safety,' said Bob Plaschke, CEO of PepperBall. 'AIMbot and SWATbot let officers deploy select launchers, BLAST, or BURST payloads from cover, giving them vital options without stepping into harm's way.' Nick Wayerski, President of Marshfield Drones, added, 'Our robots were built to carry mission-critical payloads into places people shouldn't go. Partnering exclusively with PepperBall—a company trusted by more than 10,000 agencies—means those platforms provide value with a proven, non-lethal capability on day one.' New Robotic Platforms PepperBall AIMbot™ – A mid-sized, rugged robot that arrives as a turnkey kit (robot, goggles, controller, launcher.) When outfitted with an FTC or TAC-SA launcher, it gives operators a heads-up display to place a reticle on target and remotely deploy PepperBall projectiles with precision. PepperBall SWATbot™ – A compact, low-profile robot designed for confined or barricaded spaces. Remotely guided by the operator, the SWATbot carries a BLAST™ or BURST™ device, maneuvers through doorways or under obstacles, and deploys an area-saturation irritant exactly where it is needed. Kit includes robot, goggles, and controller. PepperBall-branded units will begin factory acceptance in the coming weeks, with agency demonstrations already conducted for numerous federal agencies. Commercial availability is slated for late 2025 through the PepperBall global law-enforcement distribution network. About PepperBall® PepperBall is dedicated to creating the highest-quality non-lethal law-enforcement solutions that de-escalate confrontations, safely change behavior, and ultimately save lives. For over two decades, PepperBall has been the trusted non-lethal partner for law-enforcement, correctional, and military professionals worldwide, with more than 20 million projectiles safely deployed. Based in the U.S. heartland, PepperBall backs every product with an industry-leading commitment to training and service. Learn more at About Marshfield Drones™ Marshfield Drones designs and manufactures purpose-built ground robots that deliver critical payloads in environments too hazardous for personnel. The company's platforms combine robust mobility, intuitive controls, and modular architecture to support public-safety, industrial, and defense applications. Contact Information: PepperBall Katherine Riley 260-478-2500 Contact via Email Read the full story here: PepperBall® Announces Exclusive Multi-Year Partnership with Marshfield Drones™ to Implement AIMbot™ and SWATbot™ Robotic Platforms Press Release Distributed by
Associated Press
09-06-2025
- Associated Press
PepperBall® Launches Shatter™, Jammer™, and Lumen™ Projectiles at the 2025 OTOA Tactical Operations and Public Safety Conference
Sandusky, OH June 09, 2025 --( )-- PepperBall®, the global leader in distance-based, non-lethal de-escalation technology, today announced the official field launch of three next-generation projectiles—Shatter™, Jammer™, and Lumen™—during the Ohio Tactical Officers Association (OTOA) Tactical Operations and Public Safety Conference at Kalahari Resorts and Convention Center, booth 96. The one-day vendor exhibition draws more than 1,500 first responders and PepperBall will showcase the new rounds in technical videos and hands-on product samples. New Projectile Line-Up Developed through an exclusive multi-year partnership with RoboRounds®, an advanced payload research and development laboratory, the new rounds give tactical teams fresh options for safely resolving barricades, surveillance threats, and suspect apprehensions. PepperBall Shatter™ – A high-density glass-breaking projectile filled with RoboRounds ultra-hard micro balls. On impact, fractures tempered and automotive glass, enabling rapid entry or rescue while minimizing collateral damage. PepperBall Jammer™ – A projectile containing a specialized payload that blocks LIDAR, IR and CCTV and blinds camera systems, effectively obstructing signal transmission. PepperBall Lumen™ – A photoluminescent UV-reactive projectile that coats targets with a long-lasting, fluorescent marker, aiding apprehension and evidence collection even in low-light environments. Proven and Recommended by NTOA The National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) awarded the glass-breaking projectile a 'Member Tested and Recommended' rating (overall score 3.64) following multi-state evaluations. Field testers reported: 'Our team's experience with these projectiles was positive and a surprising improvement from the glass breakers we currently use.' — Ohio evaluator 'We penetrated ½-inch tempered glass in three rounds; the projectile pairs perfectly with our VKS PRO PLUS™ launcher.' — Florida evaluator 'We trained with these under vehicle suppression and vehicle breaching training, and both roles had the same results. These rounds are a good addition to the PepperBall platform, not just for SWAT but patrol operations as well.' — Minnesota evaluator 'Each window shattered and partially fell away with the first round. From what I can tell, there was no pass-through of any portion of the round itself.' — North Dakota evaluator 'Every second matters when officers face a barricaded suspect, a surveillance threat, or a fleeing subject,' said Bob Plaschke, CEO of PepperBall. 'Shatter, Jammer, and Lumen expand the PepperBall toolkit so teams can more effectively break glass, blind sensors, and mark targets—while still relying on proven, non-lethal impact energy. Launching these rounds at OTOA puts them directly into the hands of the tactical professionals who need them most,' Plaschke concluded. The rounds will be on display throughout the vendor exhibition on Tuesday, June 10, with video footage and technical data sheets available at the PepperBall booth. Commercial availability is slated for late 2025 through the PepperBall global law-enforcement distribution network. About PepperBall® PepperBall is dedicated to creating the highest-quality non-lethal law-enforcement solutions that de-escalate confrontations, safely change behavior, and ultimately save lives. For over two decades, PepperBall has been the trusted non-lethal partner for law-enforcement, correctional, and military professionals worldwide, and more than 20 million PepperBall projectiles have been safely deployed. Based in the U.S. heartland, PepperBall stands behind each product with an industry-leading commitment to training and service. To learn more, visit Contact Information: PepperBall Katherine Riley 260-478-2500 Contact via Email Read the full story here: PepperBall® Launches Shatter™, Jammer™, and Lumen™ Projectiles at the 2025 OTOA Tactical Operations and Public Safety Conference Press Release Distributed by
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
RCSO hosts demonstration for top non-lethal training company, as Sheriff continues to push public safety efforts
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Richmond County Sheriff Eugene Brantley says it's his mission to continue prioritizing the safety of the public and his officers. One of his goals is for his deputies to be able to handle encounters without lethal force—and resolving conflicts before they turn deadly. That's why the Sheriff's office spent Wednesday morning getting a demonstration from a company that specializes in making non-lethal weapons for law enforcement. The company, PepperBall, is a Chicago-based company that has been making non-lethal weapons for law enforcement for more than 20 years. Regional Sales Director Jake Miller says their product stands out from the competition. 'A lot of law enforcement weapons are impact, and we are just area saturation based, with the option to directly impact somebody,' said Miller. 'So, we give negotiation that a lot of places can't offer, and plus our product is so non-lethal: families just drop their kids off to play paintball on a Saturday, and our product is almost identical to everything they're using.' The Richmond County Sheriff's Office joined other local law enforcement agencies for a demonstration of how PepperBall's various products are used. The Cobb County Sheriff's Office is one of 5,000 across the country that currently has the technology installed. CEO Robert Plaschke says the results have been positive. 'Mesa (Arizona) is the same population size, same number of officers. By their account, they've had 10 times where they did not have to use their firearms. So, 10 officer-involved shootings have been avoided because they've been able to deescalate the situation using PepperBall,' said Plaschke. According to the Sheriff's Office, data shows police departments using this training see 30 to 50% fewer use-of-force complaints, and lower injury rates for civilians and officers. Sheriff Brantley says it's an option worth looking into, as many deputies are encountering more situations involving people with mental illness. 'They don't fully understand what they're doing, because they don't have the mental capacity to process what's actually going on. So, this is one of the ways we could still accomplish our goal of bringing some sense of normalcy to the situation,' said Brantley. 'All it's intended to do is to change their thinking so that they stop doing what they're doing—and they start to listen to what the police officers ask them to do, which is to simply engage them,' Plaschke said. Sheriff Brantley says they have not installed the system yet, but it's an option they will consider following Wednesday's demonstration. 'This is just the beginning phase,' Brantley said. 'We're just looking at this as being something else that we can use as opposed to using a tazor or going hands-on.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
