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Activision Selects Ghostex Camouflage for “Call of Duty: Black Ops 2”

Tuesday, November 13th, 2012

Activision Publishing, Inc, has selected Ghostex camouflage patterns for use in “Call of Duty: Black Ops II.” As you will recall Ghostex is a Hyperstealth/ADS Inc joint venture that has been providing specialized camouflage development and print-on-demand solutions for specialized customers since 2010. A few of the patterns have been released to the public including the Delta-6 pattern seen below which will be included in the game.

20121113-115917.jpg The web has been abuzz with chatter about specialty camouflage patterns that can be unlocked during game play and Ghostex is it. Notice I said patterns with an “S” meaning I’d expect to see additional Ghostex variants show up in the game. www.ghostex.com

HyperStealth Speaks Out on Quantum Stealth

Friday, October 19th, 2012

We’ve written about HyperStealth Biotechnology Corp’s Quantum Stealth program as have many in the media. And, we’ve seen the actual material in use. We’ve also respected Hyperstealth’s IP rights by not divulging details about the technology.

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They’ve taken a lot of heat for providing mock up photos (that the press asked for) like the one above and have published a response to those criticisms as well as providing some history on the project. It’s definitely worth the read.

One thing I really like about the article is that they provide some photos of their SmartCamo product which is a very promising technology for variable color camouflage.

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www.hyperstealth.com/Quantum-Stealth

Deceptex Now Available to Order

Saturday, September 1st, 2012

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Hyperstealth’s site for their Deceptex print on demand program is open for orders. They already have the first 184 patterns available to order with the remainder available within the next few days.

Price $150.00 CAD for a Jacket, 150.00 CAD for Pants. 18% Shipping and Handling.
Allow 6-8 weeks for assembly, 6-8 weeks for Shipping (this is true of overseas but should be about 2 weeks to the U.S. and 1 week within Canada).

www.hyperstealth.com/deceptex

Deceptex Material

Wednesday, August 29th, 2012

HyperStealth worked with a leading Canadian Textile manufacturer to determine the best fabric for the upcoming Deceptex print on demand camouflage program who provided their top six recommended fabrics. According to HyperStealth, their primary concerns were durability, color retention and comfort. They printed on samples of each and washed them all to see which would hold the colors the best after repeated launderings. Hyperstealth settled on a light weight (6.50 oz./yd2, 70/30 Polyester/Cotton Twill with 15%-18% woven-in stretch. This is material is also being used for Canadian tactical team uniforms.

Properties:
– 15-18% stretch
– crease resistant
– soft and comfortable
– light weight
– easy care
– no ironing required
– holds shape after multiple launderings
– high performance

www.hyperstealth.com/deceptex

HyperStealth Prepares for Orders with Second Deceptex Assembly Contractor

Tuesday, August 28th, 2012

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With the addition of the Ace and Beer series, the Deceptex catalog breaches the 500 pattern mark. They are also finalizing pricing with a second assembly company as a contingency plan. Once they have firm costs calculated, they plan to have the site ready to take orders by the end of month.

www.hyperstealth.com/deceptex

HyperStealth’s CUEPAT to be Featured on Upcoming TV Series “Primeval New World”

Sunday, August 19th, 2012

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Hyperstealth originally developed The camouflage under contract for the Canadian Department of National Defence, Defence Research and Development Canada Suffield, (DRDC-S) to devise a Canadian Urban Environment Pattern (CUEPAT) based on the unique requirements of Canada’ss three major metropolitan areas, Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal.

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Now, CUEPAT – 1 has found its way onto the upcoming TV series, “Primeval New World” filmed near Hyperstealth’s headquarters in Vancouver, BC. It’s a North American spin-off of the hit U.K. television series “Primeval” featuring a Special Forces Canadian Military unit. Naturally, they need something high tech looking, so the producers turned to HyperStealth. As it is a restricted pattern, HyperStealth had to receive permission from the DND for its use. Once the red tape was sorted through, permission was granted and HyperStealth used their relationship with ICE Tactical to produce the uniforms. This also served as a dry run for future production of the upcoming DECEPTEX uniforms.

www.hyperstealth.com/Primeval-New-World

Deceptex Hits 460 Patterns

Tuesday, August 14th, 2012

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HyperStealth continues to add to the pattern options for Deceptex, their upcoming print on demand line, Deceptex. With the addition of William, Yoke, and Zebra series patterns they have surpassed the 460 pattern mark. Available in September.

http://www.hyperstealth.com/deceptex

Multi Terrain Camouflage Uniform for New Zealand Troops

Tuesday, July 24th, 2012

The New Zealand Army has announced that they are looking at a new camouflage pattern and new uniform system. This pattern was developed by Canada’s Hyperstealth Biotechnology Corporation.

The NZDF is looking at revamping its combat clothing to provide better protection for its troops.

Capability Branch, Log Command (Land) and The Workwear Group have been working on a project to introduce an Improved Combat Clothing System (ICCS) to the NZDF. The project is addressing the areas of layering, material, material treatment, garment cut and camouflage pattern.

A significant milestone has been reached through the selection of the Multi Terrain Camouflage Uniform (MCU) that will aid the protection through concealment of our personnel.

Why are the current DPM patterns being replaced?
The current in- service Disruptive Pattern Material (DPM) pattern and Desert DPM (DDPM) patterns have provided good service for many years. These patterns are being replaced because:

The current patterns work well in limited environments only. In the case of DPM it works well in lush green tropical and subtropical environments, however it is sub optimal in arid environments and urban terrain. Our operational experience in environments such as Afghanistan has proven that the colour spectrum of the operating environment can change rapidly and personnel can quickly find themselves dressed in camouflage unsuited to the environment.

The current DPM pattern used by the NZDF is also used by many other nations around the world. A new pattern uniform provides for a unique New Zealand identity that allows New Zealand service personnel to be clearly identified as New Zealanders.
Neither the current DPM nor DDPM uniforms are particularly effective in urban environments.
Technology advances in camouflage pattern design and manufacture now make it possible to produce single camouflage patterns that are effective across a wider range of operating environments.
Pattern Selection
During the pattern selection process numerous camouflage designs were submitted for NZDF review. From this review 12 separate camouflage patterns were selected and testing was conducted throughout 2011. Much of this testing occurred in Waiouru as in this one location can be found forest, open country tussock, sandy and urban terrain. This testing saw the 12 patterns narrowed down to five, which were then manufactured into basic garments for further testing by Capability Branch and Combat School Staff in Waiouru.

From this testing the best performing two camouflage patterns were selected for final testing. Both patterns were then tested in sandy terrain at Kaipara Air Weapons Range, in forested close country north of Auckland and in urban terrain at Whenuapai Airbase. Both patterns proved effective in these environments.

Finally, a selection of NZ Army personnel was independently requested to rate aesthetically which pattern they preferred. This proved to be the factor that separated the two designs with an overwhelming 80 percent preferring the finally selected pattern. This pattern was further confirmed by Chief of Army and the Sergeant Major of the Army conducting a road show of a mocked up uniform to selected Army units.

Fabric selection
Throughout Exercise Alam Halfa personnel from 1 RNZIR, 2/1 RNZIR, QAMR and 16 Field Regiment trialled a number of different fabric types and garment cuts to assess fit, functionality, durability and safety. This trial aimed to aid the assessment and selection of the fabric that best meets NZ Army requirements for the new MCU. It is envisioned that a training version and a flame retardant version of the MCU will be made provided.

What happens next?
Logistics Command (L) is currently developing a plan to enable the introduction into service of MCU to replace DPM. This plan will include the requirement to waste outfully utilise the current stocks of DPM. It is intended that the MCU will be used across the NZDF. The date when it will be phased into service has yet to be finalised however it is likely to be around mid 2013. Army News will provide further information as it becomes available.