Having just discovered your web site I would like to respond on behalf of our company as I was inspired not only by the interest in our product, but concern and respect for sharks.
The electrical wave generated by Shark Shield causes discomfort to sharks only while they are in the field. Other marine creatures are not affected which our General Manager can attest to when recently fending off a Groper from trying to take one of her lobsters from her catch bag.
We believe this breakthrough in technology will have a dramatic affect on participation levels on all aspects of water sports
Earlier this year we undertook a survey in Sydney Australia with a view to understanding peoples attitudes and fears with regards to water activities, sharks and deterrent technology.
This survey showed that 85% of scuba divers would consider purchasing a shark repellent because the primal fear of sharks is so entrenched.
Over 82% stated that the “peace of mind” factor added a new dimension to diving.
91% stated that Shark repellent technology was a great idea. 82% of people stated that they would take up more water sports if a shark deterrent were available.
When Shark Shield was first launched there were many sceptics who for years and years had dived, surfed, spear fished without any shark protection. They questioned the need for such a device. But then, some of these seasoned water sports enthusiasts bought the product and gave it a go. This has had a domino effect and more and more people are now using the product. The feedback from all these people is that they now won't go in the water without their Shark Shield, as it gives them and their family peace of mind.
Police, search and rescue, professional and scientific divers, Australian and the US Military are a few of the impressive organisations now using this technology. They obviously believe there is a need for the product. This was further hi-lighted on the 11th April 2003, following an inquest into the death of a commercial diver who was using the South African Shark POD when he was fatally attacked by a Great White Shark. The South Australian State Coroner, after hearing all the evidence (please note everything reported in the Press is not necessarily correct), concluded that the POD was not being used correctly at the time. He also recommended:
“Pursuant to Section 25(2) of the Coroners Act, I recommend that commercial and recreational divers, when operating in waters where there is a risk of the presence of sharks, should wear a shark repellent device of the Shark “POD” or Shark Shield type, provided that the equipment should be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, and should be turned on for the entire duration of time in the water.”
The unique electronic wave-form, which is the basis of the technology was developed in the early 90’s and since then has been thoroughly tested in Australia and Sth.Africa under the worst possible conditions using blood and offal predominately with Great Whites. This testing has proven conclusively that sharks detest the effect the field has on them and will keep a safe distance between themselves and the Shark Shield TM
We completely understand the scepticism surrounding what is considered by some as relatively new technology and we would like the opportunity to answer any questions you may have in order for us to help you understand our product. Our e-mail is
info@sharkshield.com
Please visit our web site at
www.sharkshield.com for product information, frequently asked questions, and testimonials.
Bill Hosszu
Business Development Manager
SeaChange Technology Pty. Ltd.