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Amnis Systems
(OTC BB: AMNM)- Bell Canada Loves Amnis' Technology |
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When I kicked off our first edition
on Amnis Systems back on June
3rd, I placed a price target on the stock of $.15 over the ensuing
60 days. On July 10th and 11th the stock achieved the $.15 mark, but was
temporarily repelled. It went on to complete a round trip back to $.085.
Oftentimes, as companies begin a
rebound phase, a stock must make several attempts at higher levels before
breaking through. The stock is setting up a new trendline as shown in the
chart, having broken down through the previous trend line. Nevertheless,
the uptrend remains intact, and it has pulled back to a nearly perfect
50% retracement of the gains made since the rebound phase began.
Another attempt at the $.15 level
is probably in the cards now, which undoubtedly started today when the
company announced some of the details surrounding the robotic surgery that
was performed remotely over a Bell Canada network using Amnis
streaming technology.
The surgery was performed by Ontario's
Dr. Nehran Anvari, in Hamilton's St Joseph's Healthcare. The patient was
hundreds of miles away at North Bay General Hospital. According to the
press release the doctor's performed: "a laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication
(anti-reflux) surgery over Bell Canada's VPNe network. Dr. Anvari used
controls that manipulated robotic arms and surgical instruments that were
several hundred miles away all the while watching through a television
monitor which was connected to the Amnis NAC-4000 MPEG-2 receiver. The
surgeons demanded high quality video with latency as close to real time
as possible."
As I write this edition, the stock
has already traded over 4 million shares and broken through $.09. I still
believe over the longer term the stock could find its way back to the $.25
level if product sales accelerate.
Conclusion- if you missed the first
100% move in this stock from $.07 to $.15, you might have another shot.
Click
Here to read the full text of the press release.
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VirTra
Systems (OTC BB: VTSI) Rolls Out Fixed 360° Version of Training Simulator |
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Just prior to the close today, VirTra
Systems, my latest idea in the microcap arena, announced that their
new "Judgemental Use Of Force" 360° simulator has now been introduced
and is ready for sale.
This event represents the entry into
a new and burgeoning market for VirTra Systems. The company already
has a foothold in the promotional market through contracts with Pennzoil,
Red Baron, Buick, and Pepsi. Homeland Security and military applications
represent a new market for VirTra Systems, which has me very excited
about the prospects for this company.
No other simulator on the market
today matches VirTra Systems for creating a full, 360° high
stress training experience. This product uses multi array projection instead
of a head set. The trainee uses the actual weapon he or she would use in
a real life situation, not a plastic video game type appliance.
The Homeland Security budget has
expanded to $37.7 billion. Earlier today, lower Manhattan was shut down
as a City Councilman was reported to have been shot at City Hall. These
types of events tend to fuel demand for trained security officers, and
Virtra
Systems has products to fill the demand. Typically, governmental budgets
are planned in the summer and fall, and contracts are awarded in the September
to December time frame for the coming fiscal year.
I believe there is plenty of upside
from the ridiculously low level at which this stock trades. Based on today's
levels, the market is only valuing the company at about $4 million. This
stock has also pulled back into the middle of its trading range, offering
an ideal, lower risk entry level.
If this company begins announcing
sales of the simulators to any kind of security agency, be it military
or non-military, I suspect the stock will grow legs and run up the charts.
The trick is to own it before it happens.
The surge you see in July was on
heavy volume. The ensuing pullback has been on light volume, suggesting
it could turn back up quite easily. I don't believe this stock will hang
around in the $.10 area for long, especially if contracts start rolling
in.
Here is the complete text of today's
press release for your review:
| Press Release Source: VirTra Systems,
Inc.
VirTra Systems Announces
360-Degree Fixed-Base Training Simulator
Wednesday July 23, 4:11 pm ET
ARLINGTON, Texas, July 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/
-- VirTra Systems, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: VTSI - News) today announced
its new fixed-based photorealistic training simulator, the IVR-360(TM).
The new simulator, based upon feedback
from the training and simulation market, is a fixed-based product -- the
second in the company's IVR(TM) line of 360-degree training simulators.
The IVR line was developed to meet the full range of applications required
by Homeland Security and defense customers for situational awareness and
judgmental use-of-force training.
"Launch of the IVR-360 marks another
significant technological milestone for VirTra Systems as we continue to
penetrate the training/simulation market," said Bob Ferris, VirTra Systems'
president. "The IVR-360 will be more functional and realistic than custom-built
systems costing well in excess of $1 million. Without a headset, the trainee
will experience photorealistic video, smell, wind, motion, and even the
sensation of being 'shot' during a simulation."
The IVR-360 employs a completely enclosed,
multi-array projection system, rather than a headset, to accomplish 360-degree
scenario delivery, immersing the trainee into a photorealistic, multisensory
environment. Currently, most training systems used for situational awareness
training employ a single, flat screen offering only a two-dimensional view
of the threatening environment.
"Research and dialogue over the past
14 months has shown that the 360-degree, multisensory concept of the IVR
product line will meet the full spectrum of needs required by security
related customers such as the Department of Homeland Security," stated
David Klugh, VirTra Systems' training and simulation director. "The IVR-360
is a natural progression beyond and an ideal complement to our IVR-p(TM)
portable system, and meets the logistical needs of regional or centralized
training facilities responsible for large numbers of personnel."
"The military and law enforcement training
community has long needed a simulator like the IVR-360 -- a system that
is capable of producing a seamless 360-degree environment using all of
the trainee's peripheral vision, allowing for advanced review and debriefing,
and utilizing customized, agency-specific, photorealistic scenarios," added
Jerry Long, VirTra Systems' military intelligence sales director.
About VirTra Systems
VirTra Systems is the leading producer
of turnkey immersive virtual reality(TM) systems, providing 360-degree,
interactive photorealistic environments to commercial enterprises and governmental
agencies. The Company's virtual reality products incorporate the sensations
of motion, touch, sound, and smell into promotional experiences for Fortune
500 companies such as Buick, Pepsi, Chevrolet, and Pennzoil. VirTra Systems
also produces advanced training systems utilizing photorealistic, judgmental
use-of-force scenarios around its immersive virtual reality(TM) technology
for security and law enforcement agencies. For more information, visit
www.virtrasystems.com , www.virtratraining.com , or www.otcfn.com/vtsi
.
This press release contains certain
forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are generally preceded
by the words such as "plans," "expects," "believes," "anticipates," or
"intends." Investors are cautioned that all forward-looking statements
involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ
materially from current expectations. VirTra Systems urges investors to
review in detail the risks and uncertainties contained within its filings
with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Investor Relations:
OTC Financial
Network
Geoffrey
Eiten, president
Needham,
Massachusetts
781 444-6100,
x613
geiten@otcfn.com
Media Relations:
MPH
Mike Hiles,
principal
Los Angeles,
California
310 234-3200
mhiles@mphpr.com
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