CDM becomes exclusive global distributor for StartStick military power unit

By AI, Created 10:58 AM UTC, May 20, 2026, /AGP/ – CDM Inc. has been named the exclusive global distributor of ABS’s StartStick portable ground power unit for military vehicles. The cableless system is designed to speed jump-starts, reduce exposure outside vehicles and cut the need for extra personnel and support equipment.

Why it matters: - StartStick is built to make military jump-starts faster and safer in mission-critical settings. - The cableless unit is designed to reduce soldiers’ exposure outside vehicles and remove the need for a second vehicle during slave-starting. - The system also aims to reduce manpower demands and depot support equipment.

What happened: - CDM Inc. announced it has been named exclusive global distributor of ABS’s StartStick portable ground power unit. - The announcement was made May 10, 2026, in Turnersville, New Jersey. - StartStick is a NATO-spec military ground power unit designed for portable use.

The details: - StartStick weighs about 20 pounds and measures 17.25 inches long, 7.31 inches wide and 4.27 inches high. - The unit is designed for operation by one person. - Traditional jump starts can require four or more personnel. - StartStick is compatible with military ground vehicles and tailored kits are available for HUMVEE, MRAP, MI Abrams Tank and bulldozer power requirements. - The GPU is rated for 3,000 to 4,000 starts before overhaul. - The design eliminates the need for heavy battery carts in depot use. - StartStick includes an integrated NATO connector for MIL-SPEC applications. - The unit is certified and tested to MIL-STD-819H and UNDOT 38.3 standards. - Available accessories include an MRAP NATO Relo Kit, a HUMVEE Relo Kit and a Humvee M134d Turret Mount Kit. - The MRAP NATO Relo Kit adds a second NATO DC receptacle for connector access from inside the vehicle. - The HUMVEE Relo Kit relocates a NATO DC receptacle from inside the vehicle. - The Humvee M134d Turret Mount Kit is designed for HUMVEE turrets to power the M134 weapon system. - The StartStick case meets MIL-STD-810H durability requirements. - The unit includes an integrated heater, an advanced battery manager and a digital display for real-time battery charging and status monitoring. - Technical specifications include a 19.4 Ah capacity and 26.4 V nominal voltage. - Maximum current is 1600 amps in pulse mode and 400 amps continuous. - Approximate discharge time is 60 minutes. - Charge time is 30 to 40 minutes after one start and about 5.6 hours from a dead battery. - Users can expect approximately 20 starts and 1,000 charge cycles, depending on variables. - The AC charger input is 110/240 V at 50/60 Hz. - Operating temperature ranges from 22 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. - Storage temperature ranges from -40 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit.

Between the lines: - The distributor announcement positions CDM deeper in military support hardware as armed forces look for lighter, self-contained power tools. - The emphasis on NATO connectors, MIL-SPEC testing and vehicle-specific kits points to a product aimed at interoperability across allied fleets. - The performance claims suggest StartStick is competing on portability, durability and logistics efficiency rather than brute-force power alone.

What’s next: - CDM is expected to market and distribute StartStick globally through military and defense channels. - ABS and CDM are likely to push the vehicle-specific kits and accessory options as part of the product rollout. - The company’s broader distribution and manufacturing footprint in New Jersey and Maryland supports that expansion.

The bottom line: - CDM’s new role gives StartStick a global channel for a lighter, one-person military jump-start system built to reduce risk and simplify field operations.