Associated Partners, N.A., has been named exclusive sales representative in North America for Airprotek International, Inc. Airprotek is a leading developer of airbag safety clothing for the powersports industry.

“We plan to rapidly build a dynamic distribution channel for the company among all segments of the powersports industry," said Anthony Cisneros, president of Associated Partners. Associated Partners is a consulting firm whose clients include major OEMs in the motorcycle industry along with leading manufacturers and distributors of accessories and components for the powersports industry.

Airprotek Gear, Inc. is a distributor of safety jackets and vests that use proprietary air bag technology to protect motorcyclists in the event of a collision or a fall. Airprotek said it plans to distribute products in North America that are manufactured in Japan and are used by police departments in Brazil, Italy, Japan and Spain. For more information, visit www.hit-air.com/english/main.html.