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As part of Denel Overberg Test Ranges philosophy to provide a one-stop service to our clients a comprehensive range of support services that our clients might need while deploying to the Test Range, are provided. Along with full logistic support and extended target services, supplementary facilities such as integration areas, explosives storage, workshops, offices, as well as accommodation and catering are available on site.


Integration facilities

Two separate preparation buildings with integration, laboratory and fully furnished office areas are available to clients. If so required the client can control access to these areas. Both buildings are equipped with 380V 3-phase electricity, total lighting, an overhead crane, compressed air, cable trenches, fire protection and large access doors. Both buildings are equipped with “walk-in” safes for which clients can setup their own security codes. The largest building is licensed for up to 500 kg propellant and equipped with blast panels. One of the buildings has been adapted to also serve as a helicopter hangar and base for helicopter operations. If required internet connections to both buildings can be provided via the local area network.


Office accommodation

Fully furnished office areas are available adjacent to the integration facilities. It typically consist of separate offices, large areas which can be used as open offices and/or for instrument deployment, a conference room, “walk-in” safe, toilet facilities and a small kitchen. The areas are supplied with a PA system, telephones, and local area networks which can be connected to the internet.


Explosives magazines

Two explosives magazines with an area of 125 m2 each are licensed to store up to 20 000 kg rocket propellants each, igniters and fuses are stored at a safe distance. A total amount of up to 5 000 kg of high explosives can be stored in one of these magazines. There is also a small magazine for up to 100 kg of pyrotechnics. In addition smaller weapon preparation areas are available at the various launch areas on the Test Range.


Logistical support

If required Denel Overberg Test Range can assist clients in hiring vehicles, refuelling of vehicles on site, hiring cell phones, arranging bus transport for client personnel to and from the Test Range, as well as in making accommodation and catering arrangements at The Dunes at Arniston (www.thedunesatarniston.co.za), the Test Range’s accommodation complex on site. The Test Range can also assist clients in arranging additional support not readily available at Air Force Base Overberg. This may include support with unloading and loading of wide body aircraft, steps for passenger movement from and to aircraft, extra mobile offices and communication infrastructure.


Import / Export support

All arms related imports and exports are subjected to import and export permits issued by the different South African regulatory agencies. As these permits are only issued to South African entities; the Test Range assists foreign clients by applying for the necessary permits on their behalf. Assistance with custom clearances and transportation of client equipment to and from the Test Range are also rendered.


Targets

A wide spectrum of targets can be provided. These include:

  • High and low speed target drones
  • Towed targets
  • Parachute targets
  • Custom made targets
  • Remote controlled targets
  • Dry impact areas


Client accommodation and catering services at The Dunes at Arniston

The Test Range’s accommodation complex, The Dunes at Arniston (www.thedunesatarniston.co.za) offers accommodation and catering services, fully equipped conference venues and training rooms as well as a variety of recreation facilities – ideal for hosting large groups of up to 120 people during test campaigns.


Geodetic measurements systems, Calibration laboratory, a multimedia lab

Geodetic measuring points to be used for deployments as well as a digital terrain elevation database to be used in mission planning can be made available if required. Special instrumentation from the Test Range’s calibration laboratory can be made available to clients if needed to test their systems while deployed on the Test Range. An extended digital editing studio is available on site to compile videos according to the client’s requirement.


Adjacent Air Force Base

An added convenience to Test Range clients is the adjacent South African Air Force Base with its 3000 meter-long runway, excellent ground support services and various instrumented test bed aircraft. It simplifies logistics for participating and support aircraft and provides convenient access for test clients and their equipment. Equipment can be flown directly to Air Force Base Overberg, eliminating delays at commercial ports of entry.

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