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Archive for April, 2009
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Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009US Army Family of Flashlights
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009US Army’s PEO-Soldier has updated the Approved Product List for the Family of Flashlights in a message released on www.fbo.gov.
Basic White Light
ENERGIZERs 1AA LITHIUM
FIRSTLIGHTs TOMAHAWK-GP
GERBERs EXPERT M
PHANTOMs 34-S
STREAMLIGHTs TL2-LED
SUREFIREs BACKUP
SUREFIREs E2D DEFENDER
SUREFIREs E2L OUTDOORSMAN
Handfree Helmet Light
STREAMLIGHTs SIDEWINDER COMPACT
Tactical Handheld Light
ENERGIZERs GEN 2 HARD CASE
FIRSTLIGHTs TOMAHAWK-NV
GERBERs RECON M-II
PHANTOMs 41-S
SUREFIREs KROMA
STREAMLIGHTs SIDEWINDER
Ghillie Hut from MMI
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009Montgomery Marketing debuted their new Ghillie Hut at the Spec Ops East Show in Fayetteville, NC. The manufacturers of the new SOCOM Patrol Pack have just completed an in-depth research project to ascertain the requirements of the Sniper community. The Ghillie Hut was designed to allow the Sniper to tailor the hide to the operational environment as well as individual taste.
It consists of a Veil, Frame, and Floor components. Due to the modular design the components can be used alone or together to form a Sniper’s Hide. The Veil is manufactured from a new printed mesh fabric and provides thermal as well as visual camo. MMI exhibited numerous swatches of fabric in various prints including camo patterns as well as a large map. The Frame is of a pop-up, hoop design and the the Floor is removable. The Frame is fully adjustable via side release buckles and tape webbing. Tension can be applied to the frame in order to form different shapes. Then, either the Veil or other camouflage material can be applied via magnet attachment points along the frame. Even placement of these magnets can be customized by the Sniper. The system is very lightweight and weighs in at less than five pounds with all components.
The Ghillie Hut is the first of several planned products developed specifically for the Sniper community. Future additions include a Ghillie Suit and Drag Bag.
Available soon from www.mmi-fed.com.
Super SERVMART
Tuesday, April 21st, 2009Super SERVMART is sponsored by the US Navy’s Fleet Industrial Support Command (FISC) as a means to provide Third Party Logistics support to the Fleet based in Norfolk, VA.
SERVMART exists on many Naval bases and provides Government organizations a convenient shopping method for such diverse products as office supplies to cleaning materials to tactical equipment with over 7,000 items in stock. It operates on a shopping mall concept as well as providing a mobile van to bring limited supplies directly to an activity’s doorstep. While the Super SERVMART on Norfolk Naval Base is operated by MANCON They are operated by different entities depending on the local contracting office.
Government Commercial Purchase Cards limits of $10,000 per day are raised to $100,000 per day but the GCPC is also the mandatory method of payment for all orders.
This is because the contracting side of the work has been accomplished by FISC. All products in SERVMART have been vetted and the vendors are under contract to provide them.
One local vendor is Tidewater Tactical who provides a wide variety of quality tactical products. Whether or not you are a SERVMART customer be sure to check them out.
Visiting commands as well as organizations on other facilities can also take advantage of Super SERVMART. More information can be found online.
British Spy Agency Searches for Real-Life `Q’
Monday, April 20th, 2009AP reports that the MI-5, the British agency responsible for domestic espionage has posted an ad for a “Chief Scientific Advisor”. “Q” was James Bond’s go to guy for weapons, vehicles and other assorted gadgets designed to create mayhem.
Candidates for the MI5 job need to be at least 18, British or naturalized citizens who have “world-class scientific expertise and credibility in relevant scientific and technology disciplines, outstanding influencing and communication skills, experience of building an effective network and of creating a high quality team.”
While no salary was mentioned the hours are great, requiring only two or three days a week. So British Boffins get your CVs together. This could be your shot at the big time.
ORP Jacket from RFI Gear
Monday, April 20th, 2009Exclusively designed and manufactured by RFIG as a viable alternative to issue fleece jackets and bulky raincoats. The “Operational Rally Point” jacket features Raglan sleeves for comfort under a pack as well as split elastic at the waist and its quilted construction insulates with 3oz Primaloft. It also has two side pockets and an internal chest pocket as well as velcro for name and service tapes and rank. These design features ensure it won’t attract the attention of “uniform nazis”. Last but not least the ORP jacket compresses well and stuffs into its own pocket fitted with MOLLE attachments. A novel and refreshing approach to storage.
The Berry compliant ORP jacket is available only in UCP (NIR) exclusively from RFI Gear.
Larry R. Ellis Removed as CEO of Point Blank
Sunday, April 19th, 2009Point Blank Solutions, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors voted to remove Larry R. Ellis as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective as of April 16, 2009. The Company also announced that James R. Henderson, Chairman of its Board of Directors, has been asked by the Board to assume the role of Acting Chief Executive Officer until a replacement is found. Henderson has been with Point Blank since August of 2008.
“General Ellis and his team helped Point Blank rectify many of the legacy issues the Company has faced while building a strong platform for growth. The Board’s actions are in no way a reflection of General Ellis’ past leadership, but rather a desire to move in a different direction at this time.”
“Point Blank has some of the industry’s most talented people and produces quality, life-saving products for the most important customers in the world. I look forward to taking on the role of CEO and will do everything in my power to help improve our market position, productivity, and our financial performance. Most important, management and the Board will continue to focus on generating higher returns for all shareholders and will pursue all avenues that will help us achieve this shared goal,” Henderson continued.
GCS Announces New Canine Line
Saturday, April 18th, 2009
Garrett Container Systems (GCS) has launched their own brand of professional handler canine gear. “Our new TOP DAWG line of leashes, leads and muzzles were designed and manufactured based on direct input from canine handlers in the field , including our elite Special Operations Forcesâ€, said Danny Goforth , VP Sales at GCS.
The new products are all Berry Compliant and the line includes leads and leashes made of the latest materials including Biothane.
TOP DAWG gear can be purchased online at GCSWARRIOR.COM
