TalkTech is a B.C. company formed to develop, manufacture and license its voice containment\" communication products for use by language interpreters and others requiring voice silencing technology. The unique TalkSystem consists of our patented, voice silencing microphone which is linked to wireless transmitters and receivers to provide a \"simultaneous language translation system\" that is fully self contained and portable. The TalkSystem allows an interpreter to simultaneously translate spoken words without being heard by anyone except the intended listeners. The system provides clear, quiet and accurate communication between a speaker and a multilingual audience without distraction, interruption or misunderstanding. There is no start-up time or learning curve to consider but it does require an interpreter. This system has eliminated the sound-proof booth. All component parts are lightweight, portable and wireless allowing a presentation to take place anywhere and allowing the speaker, listeners and interpreters to move about freely. The system is very durable and comes with a five year warranty. A typical complete system for 30 listeners would cost about $2900.00 and would even include batteries and a heavy duty carry case. This company has achieved sales in Canada, all 50 states and 17 other countries in a wide variety of markets. For the past 3 years this company has held the contract for providing all language interpretation equipment to New York City and its 1,200 schools. The company\'s products have received two awards as Product of the Year and Innovative Product Excellence from the technology industry.\"