KiT-X – Global Hazard Marking Solution

Marking Your Way To Success

KiT-X, an innovative explosive and non-explosive hazard marking system, addresses a long-standing, systemic global gap in how organisations mark hazards across operational environments.

Developed by end users for end users, KiT-X is the result of decades of operational experience, from live conflict and counter-EO missions to humanitarian stabilisation and search operations.

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High threat search operation conducted in a war zone

The Kit-X Advantage

Search operator on task using KiT-X marking kit

 

KiT-X exists to bring explosive threat awareness into every part of the tactical and strategic picture – from front-line warfighting to post-conflict civilian protection – by providing a simple, structured, and universally recognisable marking system.

But KiT-X is not just a marking kit. It is the culmination of decades of real-world operational experience developed by professionals who understand the limitations and dangers of improvised marking systems.

KiT-X enables faster decision-making, safer movement, clearer communication, and cross-force coordinationall critical to the modern operating environment. Fight, Survive, Move.

Operational Problems in Marking

  • Lack of standardisation
  • Inflexible, one-size-fits-all tools
  • Terrain and environment constraints
  • User disconnect

KiT-X Solutions

Standardisation
KiT-X introduces a globally recognised and unified marking language, reducing ambiguity and enabling interoperability across military units, security services, NGOs, and civilian operations.

Modularity
KiT-X is configurable for mission-specific needs, from basic warning marking to complex High Assurance Search overlays, ensuring relevance without burden.

User-centred design
Practitioners with first-hand experience of operational problems designed KiT-X. Its components combine seamlessly, and the deployable carry system ensures optimum operational integration.

A sapper searching for an explosive hazard

Capabilities and Use Cases

Capabilities

KiT-X IR capability

KiT-X organically fosters change in threat communication and marking discipline across five core functions:

  • Mark and avoid
  • Clearance operations
  • Warning systems
  • Support to other agencies
  • Civilian and local population protection

The system aligns with NATO 2025 priorities and contributes directly to:

  • Enhanced force protection
  • Improved freedom of manoeuvre
  • Increased operational clarity
  • Policy for the Protection of Civilians (PoC)
  • Improved interoperability across JIIM (Joint, Interagency, Intergovernmental, and Multinational) operations

Use Cases

KiT-X is deployable across a broad operational spectrum, including:

  • Military (All Arms)
  • Counter-EO operations
  • High assurance and specialist search
  • Warfighting and stabilisation
  • Security services
  • NGOs and humanitarian demining
  • Local civilian warning marking
The full KiT-X kit with carry roll and case

KiT-X System Components

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NATO T Multi-Marker Yellow

The NATO T Multi Marker is a yellow, low-profile boundary marker designed to indicate changes in direction, mark linear routes, and delineate boundaries in both urban and open terrain. Its flat design functions as an extended linear marker, while its modular configuration allows for elevation using KiT-X extensions. Additionally, it can serve as a clear arrow indicator.

This multifunctional marker is compatible with flag markers, Cyalume clips (for both infrared and visible spectra), and phosphorescent dark-glow components.

It features a reversible design, enabling users to flip it over to conceal infrared and glow elements, making it ideal for switching between overt and covert marking needs.

As a neutral marker, it effectively delineates boundaries without indicating specific force alignments, making it suitable for use in joint or multi-force environments.

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NATO T Multi-Marker Red

The NATO T Multi Marker (red) is a purpose-designed, eco-conscious replacement for improvised and unsustainable marking methods often used in explosive-hazard environments. Serving as a standardised and recognisable hazard marker, its red colouring indicates the presence of explosive threats such as mines, IEDs, or UXO.

This marker is commonly used at the 1-metre “find point” as per operational SOPs. Still, it is flexible enough to support other marking needs, such as urban clearance, change of direction, arrow indicators, or inner hazard boundary delineation.

This modular marker can be elevated using KiT-X extensions, ensuring optimal visibility across various terrain types and operational conditions. It is compatible with IR and visible Cyalume sticks, phosphorescent (dark-glow) marking overlays, and KiT-X flags.

Its flat, reversible construction supports overt and covert operations – flipping the marker conceals IR and glow. The slimline profile ensures compact storage and reduces the carrying burden for personnel on foot.

KSX1203 NATO T Multi Marker

KiT-X mini X marker

Mini X Marker

The Mini X Marker is a compact, highly visible marking tool designed to spread foliage and increase surface visibility in terrain where standard markers might be obstructed. Its wide X-shape helps displace vegetation and provides a clear visual reference in foliage-heavy or urban environments.

The marker features an infrared (IR) glow capability, making it suitable for low-light or nighttime operations. It is available in 200mm, 400mm, 600mm, and 800mm lengths, and its slimline design allows for flat storage and easy carrying by individuals or within vehicle systems.

This marker is ideal for use as a boundary indicator, safe lane marker, hazard warning, or casualty extraction point. You can deploy it flat on the ground or slightly elevate it using KiT-X modular extensions.

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KiT-X tag marker

Tag Marker

An essential tool for explosive hazard marking, the Tag Marker is a versatile solution designed for clear, standardised, and neutral directional marking in various terrains. It enhances visibility by spreading foliage and provides tamper-evident directional indication through its unique shape.

Equipped with infrared (IR) glow capability, the Tag Marker is suitable for low-light or night-time operations. It is compatible with all KiT-X extension markers and flag markers, allowing for added elevation and flexible marking options.

The slimline design supports flat storage and easy carriage, making it suitable for vehicle-mounted and personal use.

You can position the Tag Marker at an elevated or forward-facing angle using Cyalume clips, extensions, and flag markers, ensuring adaptable marking tailored to your operational needs.

KSX1103 Tag Marker

KiT-X Clippo marker

Clippo marker

Terrain-adaptable, lightweight, and compact, the Clippo linear marker is designed for rapid deployment and recovery in various operational environments. It serves as a neutral, non-threatening marking tool for use in short terrain, urban environments, or areas where minimal elevation is required.

Equipped with both IR and visible glow capability, the Clippo Marker is fully interoperable with all KiT-X extensions and marker types, enabling tailored marking configurations for hazard avoidance, safe lane identification, and route clearance.

Its flat, lay-down design makes it ideal for confined or built-up environments where vertical elevation is limited or undesirable.

The Clippo Marker features a low visual profile while still delivering clear and consistent visual or IR cues.

KSX1115 Clippo Marker

KiT-X Compact Pin Marker

Compact Pin Marker

The Compact Pin Marker is a lightweight, multi-role solution designed to support the effective deployment of flags and other marking elements across diverse terrain. Developed to reduce waste, improve marking efficiency, and support rapid deployment, this compact marker acts as both a flag holder and a pin-down anchoring solution for securing other modular KiT-X components in position.

It allows operators to insert flag markers without forcing them directly into the ground, which is ideal in hard-packed soil, rubble, rocky surfaces, or arid terrain. Operators can wedge or embed the Compact Pin where traditional insertion is challenging, supporting clear hazard or safe lane marking with minimal disruption to the terrain.

Crucially, the Compact Pin Marker also serves as a stabilising base to secure other KiT-X system elements in place, such as elevated or directional markers, ensuring they remain upright and visible in variable or high-traffic environments.

KSX1101 Compact Pin Marker

KiT-X Multi Urban Marker

Multi Urban Marker

The Multi Urban Marker is a uniquely versatile black disk marker designed to meet the demands of complex terrain and operational environments, including urban warfare, cold weather, and confined infrastructure. Its flat, weighted design allows for secure placement on hard surfaces, snow, rubble, or trench edges without the need for ground penetration.

Capable of serving as a standalone marker or within the KiT-X modular system, the Multi Urban Marker is adaptable for:

  • Urban clearance operations
  • Entry/exit points
  • Obstacle and trench marking
  • Drone-visible elevated marking
  • Tactical reoccupation or crossing points
  • Red/green entry control marking
  • Neutral or ‘letdown’ weighted drop marking

The marker’s simplicity conceals its multifunctional capability; it is an all-environment, multi-role marking tool suitable for highly variable terrain and threat conditions.

KSX1129 Multi Urban Marker

KiT-X flag markers yellow

Flag Marker

Lightweight and modular, the Flag Marker marker provides elevated visual marking in urban and rural environments. Combine with the Compact Pin Marker for quick placement and easy recovery.

This flag marker is available in 200mm and 300mm widths and comes in two colours:

  • Yellow for marking boundaries or safe lanes
  • Red for marking explosive hazards, warnings, or find points

The colour coding ensures clear communication of hazard or boundary status on the ground.

The Flag Marker is ideal for use in rugged terrain where pushing flags directly into the ground is challenging. It maintains visibility above grass, rubble, or other clutter, and its modular design allows for reusable, systematic marking.

KSX1102 Flag Marker

KiT-X modular elevation markers

Modular Elevation Marker (ME800)

The Modular Elevation Marker (ME 800) is compatible with all KiT-X markers. Comprising four 200m sections, it offers a maximum marking height of 800mm — the longest marking aid when selecting a carrying solution.

The ME 800s modular four-section design enables an elevated and flexible marking system, suitable for identifying friendly forces in multi-terrain environments, and enhances visibility for vehicles and drones. It’s configurable for lightweight elevated marking at heights of 200mm, 400mm, 600mm, or 800mm.

All KiT-X markers are interoperable with the ME 800, forming a comprehensive, modular, and terrain-adaptable system. Compatible with both Cyalume mini clips and standard military Cyalume sticks.

KSX1201 ME 800 

Design drawing of the KiT-X RE Prod Light

RE Prod Light

RE Prod Light is a compact, modular probing tool designed to support search and clearance teams operating in high-risk or sensitive environments. It is available in two material variants – non-magnetic and zero metal content – allowing users to select the appropriate configuration based on mission-specific requirements.

At 200mm in length, the design aligns with the KiT-X modular system and has been optimised for on-person carriage. Its size and form factor ensure minimal load burden while retaining maximum operational utility for close-access tasks.

The internal extension fit allows multiple sections to nest within each other, significantly reducing stored volume and enhancing portability for dismounted operators.

KSX1204 RE Prod Light

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RE TWF – Tripwire Handle

RE TWF is the dedicated tripwire detection handle within the KiT-X modular marking and threat response system. Designed to support combat engineers, EOD teams, and specialist search units, the TWF provides a compact, intuitive tool for tripwire detection and awareness in high-threat environments.

Developed to serve as a reminder and capability enhancer for a growing class of threats, RE TWF reflects the increased prevalence of tripwire-initiated devices in contemporary warfighting and asymmetric operational theatres. Its compact size ensures ease of carriage and integration into personal equipment without adding unnecessary load.

The handle is compatible with the wider KiT-X modular system, allowing operators to choose and adapt threat-specific tools as part of a scalable, terrain-adaptable suite.

KSX1205 RE TWF – Tripwire Handle

Kit-X ME series marker extensions

Marker Extensions (ME100, ME200)

Fundamental components of the KiT-X marking system, ME 100 and ME 200 marketing extensions provide the essential elevation functionality for visual marking across multiple terrains, forming the backbone of terrain adaptability in the KiT-X ecosystem. These interoperable elements enable operators to assemble modular, scalable solutions for marking hazards, boundaries, routes, or extraction points, whether in urban, rural, or foliage-dense environments.

A key feature of the ME series is the ergonomically optimised octagonal securing and release insert, which facilitates ease of use in both deployment and recovery. This intuitive interface supports fast and secure assembly, even under stress or while wearing gloves.

The ME 100 Extension is a 100mm modular elevation unit, while ME 200 provides 200mm elevation.

KSX1105 ME 200 Extension

KSX1106 ME 100 Extension

Counter Threat Survivability and Mobility Training

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In addition to KiT-X, we provide comprehensive Counter Threat Survivability and Mobility Training aligned with the Alford Counter Threat Model. This integrated system ensures that teams are fully equipped not only with advanced tools but also with the tactical mindset needed to operate safely and effectively in high-risk environments.

Under the Alford Counter Threat Model, we guide you through the following:

Plan iT – Using the proprietary GO-Ci© threat assessment methodology
Find iT – Through enhanced threat recognition and advanced equipment support
Mark iT – With KiT-X for precise threat identification
Avoid iT – Leveraging KiT-X capabilities for tactical evasion
Destroy / Neutralise iT – Through specialised Alford products and solutions

This approach delivers a comprehensive toolkit for full-spectrum survivability and mobility, equipping your personnel to anticipate, respond to, and successfully manage high-risk threats.

Modular Marking for Modern Threats

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