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Survitec to showcase inflatable MilPod product at Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference in Jordan

Wednesday, May 9th, 2018

Safety solutions provider Survitec is showcasing the launch of the newly designed, rapidly inflating SONICS Milpod at the 12th annual Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference (SOFEX) show in Amman, Jordan on the 7-10th May 2018.

The show will provide a showcase for Survitec’s CBRN range of products including the Bio Skin and Bio Shell protective suits, with the MilPod personal isolation chamber set to take pride of place.

The specialist man portable stretcher can be used for the rapid extraction and treatment of injured individuals in CBRN environments and inflates in under 15 seconds, providing a completely contained environment suitable to treat any casualty, from minor flesh wounds to chemically contaminated personnel.

In line with Survitec’s proud heritage and technological expertise across a number of sectors, the MilPod is entirely inflatable, robust enough to cope with the demands of the most inhospitable environments, and can even float.

The stand will portray a simulation of a wounded Special Forces operator getting placed into the MilPod and being treated by a medic dressed in Survitec CBRN products.

The medic mannequin will be displaying Survitec’s complete CBRN offering including a non-carbon protective hood, respirator, protective over gloves, socks and over boots and medical equipment.

The four-day event will be attended by international delegates including defence ministers, chiefs of armed forces, special operations commanders and defence procurement directors.

SOFEX is one of the world’s leading and fastest growing special operations forces, homeland security and counter terrorism exhibition and conferences.

Paul Parry, Survitec Group CBRN Business Manager, said: “The threats facing the protection of civilians and military personnel from chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear dangers continue to evolve and so too must the equipment they rely on to stay safe. Protecting individuals in such scenarios is only half the battle – the gear they use must be comfortable and functional enough for them to remain operational and alert to further threats.

“We’re not just another me-too manufacturer making comparable kit to what already exists on the market; we genuinely want to move the needle when it comes to the defence sector and launch innovative products that have never been seen before. Using cutting-edge design and the latest lightweight fabrics gives users extra performance gains that could make all the difference in mission-critical scenarios.”

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TYRANT DESIGNS CNC | Glock 43 Extended Magazine Release

Tuesday, May 8th, 2018

Chicago, IL- Tyrant Designs CNC

Introducing their first product in a new & upcoming Glock component lineup, Tyrant Designs CNC has officially launched their Glock 43 Extended Magazine Release (G43 EMR).

Boasting a very aesthetic chevron design on the front, and a pocket cut design on the rear, Tyrant’s Glock 43 Extended Mag Release is a great looking product. Machined from 6061 aluminum and available in anodized Black, Red, Blue, Grey, and polished aluminum, this reversable G43 EMR is promised to operate just like your OEM release, just much better.

“ We are very proud to announce our first Glock component, the Glock 43 Extended Magazine Release! By utilizing our edgy Tyrant styling AND our ability to create great performing products, we know all customers will love this new G43 EMR. And we are please to say we will continue our aggressive expansion into the handgun market this summer!”

Per all the Tyrant Designs new product releases, this too is a limited production first run. So if you want one on your Glock soon you better get yours now!

SHOP THEIR EXTENDED MAG RELEASE NOW AT WWW.TYRANTCNC.COM.

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Crane Issues Intent To Extend Sole Source 5 Year Contract For Combat Assault Rifle

Tuesday, May 8th, 2018

Late last month, Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division, issued an intent to extend a sole source contract to FN Herstal, to procure the Combat Assault Rifle (CAR), engineering services and PIO Spares and data in accordance with the Performance Specification and the Statement of Work. Once known as the SOF Combat Assault Rifle, this Modular weapon system lost the SOF designator (at least funding-wise) a few years back. The program goes back 15 years, it known in Acquisition circles as CAR and is comprised of the Mk 16, Mk 17 and Mk 20 Sniper Support Rifle.

The contract currently in place runs out this month. An extension will keep the guns running which are already in service and offer the ability to buy more if the need arises. But most interestingly, this contract can be used to modify the Mk 20 SSRs used by Naval Special Warfare from 7.62 NATO to the newly adopted 6.5 Creedmoor round.

USSOCOM plans to convert their fleet of Sniper Support Rifles to 6.5 CM. For NSW, that means the Mk 20. With this contract, the process is pretty straight forward. They are weapons acquired under Major Force Program 11, USSOCOM’s procurement budget. The move to 6.5 CM is also a SOF requirement. However, Army SOF uses the M110, the US Army’s version of the Knights Armament Corp’s SR25 which also currently fires the 7.62 NATO cartridge. As the USASOC M110s are provided by the Army, but the move to 6.5 CM is a SOF unique requirement, there is question as to who will pay for the 6.5 CM conversion and what role the US Army might play in the conversion. It’s an Army rifle, but the caliber is a SOF requirement. A similar situation may face Marine Special Operations Command for their M110s which SOCOM recently modified to the K-1 configuration. Having said that, Knight’s, Geissele Automatics and CGS have all demonstrated complete 6.5 CM upper receiver groups compatible with the M110.

In other 6.5 CM news, word is that we should expect the Advanced Sniper Rifle to undergo an Engineering Change Proposal once a weapon is selected. Current requirements include 7.62 NATO along with 300 Norma Magnum and 338 NM. The 7.62 NATO requirement facilitates shorter training ranges and ensures the weapon is compatible with the Sniper Support Rifle. But with the SSRs converting to 6.5 CM, it doesn’t make any sense to have a 7.62 capability with ASR. Luckily, the conversion to 6.5 CM is simple.

Finally, an as-yet-unnamed federal agency has also committed to 6.5 CM for its rifles. We expect more to follow suit.

Tags: FN Herstal, Knights Armament Co
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Flame-Resistant Apparel Experts, Massif, Continue Their Hiring Surge

Tuesday, May 8th, 2018

Ashland, OR – May 8, 2018 – Massif, a world leader in flame resistant apparel for the U.S. Military is pleased to announce the continued growth of its team dedicated to supporting its amazing customers. Over the course of the last year, Massif has added the following positions: Marketing Communications Manager, Technical Sales-Field Testing Manager, Assistant Buyer-Fabric, and Quality Manager. Most recently, two more Military Sales Representatives joined the team as well. Adding to their already strong sales team, Massif hired Tyler Boeddeker whose background in US Navy aviation as a Naval Aircrewman – Helicopter/Search and Rescue fits perfectly into Massif’s commitment to the USN community. Also joining the team is Garrett Podesta whose background in DOD and protective equipment sales through key channels such as the AbilityOne® Base Service Centers is an integral part of supporting the USAF community.

“Our commitment to advanced fabrics and designs lasting mission after mission, has given us the privilege of protecting millions of men and women working in the world’s most challenging environments. Bringing Tyler and Garrett on board allows us the opportunity to better service our growing customer base and their ever-evolving needs. Their skillsets and experience complement and strengthen our sales team moving forward and we’re excited to have them on Team Massif,” said Darci Knobel, VP of Customer Experience.

This growth in the Massif Team continues to drive demand for added resources and they are now filling openings for the following: Apparel Technical Designer, Product Developer, Patternmaker, Sales Support Specialist, Planner/Buyer, and Shipping/Receiving Assistant.

Noelle Christensen, VP/GM of Massif explains the reason behind the recent hiring surge. “Since 2014, we’ve expanded our Sales team from two to six positions. They’ve fueled sustainable growth and landed approvals for long-term development so we can continue to invest in innovation and the fulfillment teams needed to support the increased demand. We are thrilled to be in a growth phase with a skilled leadership group and high-performing team working toward a common goal.”

Massif, nestled in the Pacific Northwest, at the base of Southern Oregon’s Siskiyou Mountains, continues its robust expansion in the flame-resistant apparel space. Founded in 1999, Massif grew by word of mouth from the SAR and Wildland Firefighting communities to the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Army. Today, they serve every branch of the U.S. Armed Forces, the general aviation community, and other specialized organizations. Their 2018 theme, Keep Going, taken from the famous Winston Churchill quote, resonates with their steadfast commitment to support people working in some of the world’s most challenging environments. They can’t wait to see where the journey leads and are looking for other passionate team members intent on the same. Check out their Careers Page for more details.

www.massif.com/info/careers

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SOF SELECT: SOFIC Operator Pavilion

Tuesday, May 8th, 2018

Last year’s SOF Select was a big success. So much so, that it’s now part of the formal Special Operations Forces Industry Conference presented by NDIA. Along with the formal recognition, comes the new name, SOF SELECT: SOFIC Operator Pavilion, which does a great job of reflecting its focus.

Here’s a list of the brands who will be on hand:
Costa Del Mar
Blue Force Gear
Cascade Designs
Daniel Defense
Eagle Industries
Kryptek
Matbock
Massif
Mystery Ranch
Ops-Core
Patagonia
Point6
Princeton Tec
Salomon
Scuba Pro
Smith Optics
S&S Precision
Suunto
Velocity Systems
VZ Grips

SOF SELECT is in the same location as last year, the Oasis Ballroom in the Westin Waterside Tampa, right across the bridge.

Hours:

Tuesday, May 22, 2018
9am – 6pm

Wednesday, May 23, 2018
9am – 5pm

Thursday, May 24, 2018
9am – 1pm

SOF SELECT is presented by Cove Event Management.

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USAF Security Forces Adopt TYR’s EPIC Male/Female Body Armor

Tuesday, May 8th, 2018

Last week, the Security Forces issued a memorandum adopting TYR Tactical’s EPIC Body Armor in both male and female variants.

EPIC was submitted as a candidate for the US Army’s Soldier Protection System Torso and Extremity Protection program, but the Army chose a government design instead which has just begun fielding, three years after selection.

Male EPIC

Congratulations to the Air Force for adopting a great system and the first body armor designed specifically for females, rather than scaling a male system down in size.

Female EPIC

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You Never Know Where They’ll Up

Tuesday, May 8th, 2018

Gregorsz sends Regards fom Amman.

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Chase Tactical Announces Strategic Developments

Monday, May 7th, 2018

Bozeman, MT – May 7, 2018 – Chase Tactical, LLC, best known for specializing in the manufacture and distribution of high quality Tactical Nylon and Ballistic Armor to the military, special forces, and law enforcement communities, is pleased to announce several new developments designed to better serve its growing customer needs.

Strategic Growth Capital Investment

Chase Tactical is announcing a recent strategic growth capital investment from institutional investors. The Investment provides Chase Tactical with meaningful working capital to support the needs of its existing and future dealers and customers, while also allowing the Company to pursue new growth opportunities, expand its senior management team and invest in technology to support its dealer network. “As the tactical military and law enforcement industry continues its dynamic growth trajectory, this transaction allows us to more rapidly meet the demands and implement the innovations required to serve our military, special forces and first responder end users” said Brent Chase, Founder and CEO of Chase Tactical. The headquarters for Chase Tactical will remain in Bozeman, Montana under the direction and leadership of Mr. Chase who will continue as CEO.

New Chase Tactical Nylon Product Line

Chase Tactical is excited to announce that it has begun manufacturing its own premium line of Chase Tactical branded nylon products. The new product line will include Plate Carriers, Ammo Pouches, Utility Pouches, Bags and Packs and will complement the Company’s existing lines of Ballistic Armor, Disruptive Combat Pants and PIG Gloves. Production has commenced and the new products are being made with 100% USA Made Mil-Spec Materials, IR Webbing and other premium components that customers would expect from Chase Tactical. All nylon items will be TAA Compliant and a Berry Compliant version of most products will be offered. There will be no changes to Chase Tactical’s Ballistic Armor line which remains 100% Made in USA and Berry Compliant.

Industry Veteran Chad Freeman Joined as Chief Operating Officer

Chase Tactical is also announcing that Chad Freeman has joined the Company as Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Freeman is a U.S. Navy Veteran and a proud member of the UDT SEAL Association who brings over 18 years of sales, marketing, operations and product development experience to the team. Not long after exiting the Navy, Mr. Freeman started his professional career in the private industry at BLACKHAWK! where he worked closely with and learned a wealth of knowledge from CEO Mike Noell. After leaving BLACKHAWK!, Mr. Freeman relocated to Florida and joined Mark Llano and Randy Webb at Source One Distributors as their Director of Government & Law Enforcement Sales. In the last 11 years he has strengthened his professional knowledge and skillset with Proforce Equipment, who was an exclusive importer and distributor of many brands including Snugpak, Multimat, Wildo, Nite Watches, Aquatabs, NDuR and Camcon; Mr. Freeman then honing his operational experience by establishing the North American operations for EKA, a Swedish manufacturer of knives since 1882.

“We are extremely excited to have Chad on board as a member of our team. There is no doubt that Chad will be a key factor in our continued growth across all of the verticals and he will certainly strengthen relationships with our existing and future client base and business partners.” added Mr. Chase. “I was very humbled and thrilled when Brent asked me to come onboard and be his right-hand man to help him take Chase Tactical to the next level” said Mr. Freeman. “I am very excited and looking forward to this new role, its challenges and the opportunity to serve and provide the men and women in the Military and Law Enforcement communities with the quality equipment they need and deserve!”

About Chase Tactical

Chase Tactical, founded in 2012 and headquartered in Bozeman, MT, is a veteran owned and operated manufacturer and distributor of premium tactical products focused on the military and law enforcement markets.

www.chasetactical.com

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