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  Press Release - BodyGardTM  
New BodyGardTM Emergency Tool Puts Five Life-Saving Devices on Your Key Ring
Available at retailers September 2006

CLEVELAND, OHIO—August 1, 2006—With recent floods, hurricanes, violent attacks and other disasters still fresh in everyone’s mind, emergency preparedness is poised to be a big category this holiday shopping season. For less than $25, shoppers can give a gift that ensures their loved ones won’t be caught helpless in an emergency situation.

The new BodyGardTM 5-in-1 Emergency Tool from Swiss+Tech is designed to help drivers escape from their vehicles when the windows or doors fail to operate due to vehicle damage, fire or submersion. BodyGard combines an automatic glass breaker, a seat belt cutter, sonic alarm, bright LED light and an emergency flasher in a device small enough to fit on a key chain or in a pocket. With all the security, peace of mind and life-saving potential it offers, BodyGard is an ideal holiday gift for every driver.

At less than 3” x 1-3/4” x 5/8” in size, and weighing only one ounce, BodyGard attaches securely to a key ring and releases with a quick tug for fast emergency use. It also glows in the dark to help locate it in low or no light.

The newest member of the Swiss+Tech family of quality-made “micro-tools,” BodyGard incorporates these five specific devices:
  • Automatic glass breaker
  • Safety-blade seat belt cutter
  • Sonic alarm
  • Flashing red distress light
  • Bright-white LED flashlight
The automatic glass breaker is spring-loaded to automatically deploy when pressed firmly against a vehicle’s side or rear window. The safety-blade seat belt cutter quickly frees both the driver and passengers from their seats if their seat belts do not unlatch after a vehicular accident. When not in use, the blade is housed securely within the casing to prevent either accidental or intentional cutting. Both the glass breaker pin and safety blade are made of high-carbon steel for maximum durability.

Not only can BodyGard be used in vehicle emergencies, it can also be used to signal for help or to ward off attackers when walking, biking and hiking. With the push of a button, its sonic alarm signals trouble with a high-decibel output. Its bright, flashing red distress light is also push-button activated to signal for, and direct help to, your location. The high-intensity flashlight can be used for night sight and safety.

BodyGard is also impact-resilient and water-resistant, with a tough ABS construction and a limited lifetime warranty. It comes complete with a replaceable A23/12V battery and instructions for care and use.

The new Swiss+Tech BodyGard 5-in-1 Emergency Tool can be purchased from select retailers nationwide, at a manufacturers suggested retail price of $24.95. For complete retailer listings, visit www.swisstechtools.com.

About Swiss+Tech Products
The Swiss+Tech line of compact, lightweight and durable micro-tools for key chains and pockets are designed and manufactured by Ohio-based Crestwood Partners, LLC. To learn more about Swiss+Tech tools and their availability, call 1-440-573-1000, or visit www.swisstechtools.com.
 
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For more information or to request sample product, contact:
Emily Sword
SmileyHanchulak Marketing Communications
330.666.0868
pr@swisstechtools.com