ADSI Receives Follow-On Order for Crew Protection Kits

(Hicksville, NY., March 10, 2010) -- American Defense Systems, Inc. (ADSI) (NYSE Amex: EAG), a leading provider of advanced transparent and opaque armor, architectural hardening and security products for Defense and Homeland Security, has received a follow-on order for Crew Protection Kits (CPKs) from Caterpillar Inc., the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment.

The CPK's unique flexibility allows a unit commander to decide the level of protection needed during mission operations. It can be also easily pre-positioned and stored in its own container, with no fluids to drain or seals to dry out while in storage.

The CPK is designed as a cost effective and relatively lightweight steel and Kevlar solution for small arms and explosive protection in the context of a smaller and lighter construction vehicle. While effectively protecting the operator, it duplicates the controls and operation of the standard commercial cab.

"This follow-on order from Caterpillar marks another milestone for ADSI," said the company's chief executive officer, Anthony J. Piscitelli, "as it reflects our successful initiation as a supplier to this global leader in construction equipment. The introduction of a CPK product with 'plug and play' capabilities was also the first of its kind. We designed this new CPK to protect our brave service men and women from serious injury, but also with flexibility and operational efficiency in mind. We are continuing to evaluate applications of this type of CPK for similar lightweight construction equipment."

Source : American Defense Systems Inc.