TenCate will be holding their 4th Annual Defense Leaders’ Reception at AUSA 2014 on October 14th, 2014 – booth 651, from 1630 to 1830. The Honorable Robert “Bob” Livingston will be attending the reception as a special guest. Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
WHO: Brand & Oppenheimer Co., Inc.
Brand & Oppenheimer Co., Inc. is a leading supplier to the textile industry. Based in Red Bank, NJ, B&O has distinguished itself in the past two decades as a leader in textile conversion for the U.S. military. In January 2014 B&O acquired Performance Textiles, Inc. B&O’s Performance Textile Division has operations in Duxbury, MA and Greensboro, NC and produces high performance fabrics engineered for a variety of uses. B&O specializes in providing technical fabrics for market segments that include military, tactical, commercial, parachutes, medical and high-visibility FR workwear.
WHAT: Textile Solutions
B&O provides a comprehensive array of capabilities in the production of quality fabrics. B&O offers a wide range of stock fabrics as well providing unique custom developments. B&O’s product line includes different weights and constructions in Nylon, Polyester, Cotton, Canvas, Acrylics and blended woven and knit fabrics. B&O is proud to offer both Berry compliant fabrics, as well as the ability to source fabrics on a world-wide basis. Their fabrics are used in medical products, fuel cells, aerostats, life jackets, uniforms, bags, backpacks, outer wear, inflatables and much more.
B&O has historically used technology and innovation in the military segment to protect our troops. They have also used patented technology to protect workers subjected to certain employment risks with their high visibility fabric line. Keeping the workforce safe is what they do best. B&O continues to look for growth opportunities to expand their protective fabrics offerings globally to include additional protection for the workforce and new market segments.
WHERE: The World
With headquarters located in Red Bank, NJ and offices in Greensboro, NC and Duxbury, MA the B&O team is comprised of talented, highly respected industry experts focused on innovation and growth. B&O proudly manufactures all of their military fabric domestically while also providing world-wide sourcing capability.
WHEN: 1913
B&O has been offering textile solutions for over 100 years. B&O has proven itself as a leader in the industry through innovation, quality and service. Their customers have come to expect a certain level of excellence that only B&O can provide.
WHY:
B&O works closely and effectively with greige mills and finishers to provide quality textile solutions. Whatever the end use is B&O is dedicated to producing quality fabrics with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. Considering today’s challenging economic climate B&O is able to meet customer’s needs without hurting their bottom line.
Visit our website for more information: www.brandandoppenheimer.com
If you happen to be at AUSA 2014, be sure to stop by the Ops-Core booth (#1561). They’ll be launching the ACH Upgrade Kit as well as displaying various products from their line. There’s always something floating around in their display that I’m not allowed to write about yet.
DSM Dyneema has announced their plans to display a concept vest for women at the upcoming AUSA 2014. The full release can be read below.
Stanley, N.C., Oct. 9, 2014 – Bringing to life the extreme performance characteristics that make Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology (FMT) the ideal solution for modern armor designs, DSM Dyneema will display a concept vest envisioned for women at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting & Exposition, Oct. 13-15, 2014, in Washington, D.C. (Booth #961).
Leading armor manufacturers continue to adopt Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology at a rapid pace, utilizing the material to deliver protection for law enforcement and military applications with the market’s lightest weight, thinnest profile and the best in ballistic protection. Application specialists developed the idea for the female concept vest to showcase to armor manufacturers the nearly unlimited potential of the Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology material to enable groundbreaking innovations for next-generation armor designs.
“We will clearly demonstrate to AUSA attendees the versatility of Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology for almost limitless innovation in armor. Manufacturers are able to take advantage of the technology to develop and bring to market armor that offers extreme light weight and thinness, with no compromise in maintaining high ballistic protection,” said Shitij Chabba, global business segment director, DSM Dyneema.
Among the most prevalent recent concerns voiced by military leaders and civilian stakeholders is the need to address the unique challenges faced by servicewomen tasked with an increasing variety of roles. Body armor incorporating Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology can serve as an equalizer for female soldiers and can support the U.S. Army’s Soldier 2020 initiative, which focuses on expanding the role of women in the military.
Compared to body armor made from traditional materials such as aramid, protective vests engineered with Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology can reduce weight by up to 30 percent, while enhancing a soldier’s comfort and agility with fewer layers of material and increased flexibility. Ballistic performance benefits include outstanding multiple hit performance and superior protection against angle and edge shots as well as special threats such as fragments from improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
Built on DSM Dyneema’s Radical Innovation Platform, this technology combines breakthroughs in polymer science, next-generation ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMwPE) fiber technology and unique uni-directional engineering. The leading-edge technology offers armor manufacturers the potential to realize dramatic improvements in a wide array of personal and vehicle armor applications.
Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology is already being utilized in vests, inserts, helmets, extremity protection, and in hard armor for helicopters, patrol boats and land vehicles. The innovative material is produced in the United States at DSM Dyneema’s Greenville, N.C. manufacturing facility.
In addition to the concept vest for female soldiers, the company’s booth will also spotlight examples of the breadth and depth of applications for Dyneema® fiber technologies. These encompass performance textiles including flexible, durable cut-resistant gloves and sportswear; strong, lightweight ropes and lines for maritime, offshore, industrial and yachting applications; nets for such commercial applications as aquaculture and cargo transport; and performance auto safety gear such as racing seat belts. DSM Dyneema management and technical experts will be available at the booth to discuss how Dyneema® fiber can significantly reduce weight and profile while dramatically increasing the strength, reliability and performance of defense and law enforcement products.
During Blade Show we gave you a preview of the new Dynamis Blade, a collaboration between our friends Navy SEAL Veteran Dom Raso and ABS Master Bladesmith Daniel Winkler. They’ve known one another for years so when Dom decided to create a fighting knife he immediately turned to Daniel, who has a great reputation in the SOF community for offering high quality, specialized blades.
Blade Specs:
-CPM3V Steel
-3.75″ cutting edge
-Single or double edged, depending on your preference
-Textured rubber handle with subtle Dynamis Shield print for both forward and reverse grip fighting (A Winkler Knives first)
-Skeletonized tang beneath the rubber grip for balance
-Jimping on the thumb ramp, under the hilt, and on the pommel to improve purchase
-Thumb ramp
There is also a Red aluminum trainer knife available with smooth edges.
Dynamis Alliance also worked closely with S&S Precision to offer a new sheath that is responsive, intuitive and optimized for close quarters self-defense and concealed carry. It is designed to accommodate ambidextrous carry (forward or reverse grip) and features rounded edges for comfort while in the waistband.
Right out of the gate, Dom acknowledges that the clip for the sheath of the Dynamis Blade is based on a Tracker Dan. Simply put, it keeps the sheath in place.
DynAmis is also offering a minimalist sheath for Mil/LE customers that is designed to fit in a vest’s Kangaroo pouch via Velcro (hook on one side and loop on the other) . It’s Kydex with felt lining for reduced noise.
www.dynamisalliance.com/gear/dynamis-blade
You’ve seen glimpses of the new BCMGUNFIGHTER Stock but now it’s here and available for order.
Back in 2011 we discussed the FirstSpear Short Incursion Chest Rig or SICR when it first debuted as a MOLLE compatible product. In this week’s Friday Focus, we’ll show you the updated version that incorporates 6/12 technology as well as a kangaroo-style pouch on the body side which also allows the user to access the inside of both 6/12 panels. The laser cut details make it even more lightweight than the original and yet it still accepts PALS equipped pouches.
In teh gallery below you can see several features including the low-profile, cross over shoulder straps, G-hook attachment for the waist strap and kangaroo-style opening into the SICR.
Available in Ranger Green, Coyote, MultiCam and Black.
New American flags in the OCP color scheme are showing up in Afghanistan. Interestingly, they are in a Green dominant colorway. Yesterday, we showed you OCP MOLLE with Green PALS webbing. Is this a trend?
