The Company’s revolutionary SmartFlexTM technology to be considered as a key innovation to better protect U.S. warfightersPROVIDENCE, RI, April 1, 2021 – G-Form®, a leader in advanced, comfortable protective gear solutions, today received a special visit from Jack Reed, U.S. Senator for Rhode Island. Senator Reed, a West Point graduate, recently became Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC). SASC oversees the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), the nation’s largest federal agency.

G-Form, a member of the Warrior Protection and Readiness Coalition (WPRC), creates innovative products that provide dynamic protection to enhance athlete performance, and are tailored for a variety of team sports, such as baseball, soccer, hockey, and basketball, as well as action sports, such as mountain biking and snowboarding. What drew the attention of Senator Reed is G-Form’s recent initiative to develop innovative protective gear for the military. In addition, G-Form has been recognized by the Marine Corps Systems Command for designing the most innovative knee and elbow padding.

“We were delighted to host Senator Reed at our North Smithfield manufacturing facility,” said Glen Giovanucci, CEO of G-Form. “Without question, our unique ability to serve as a leading technology-driven solutions provider on the athletic field can translate to the battlefield. We view warfighters as tactical athletes, and are committed to developing better, unique innovations to enhance their performance. As a proud Rhode Island-based manufacturer utilizing U.S.-based raw materials, we look forward to working closely with Senator Reed and the SASC on providing solutions that better prepare our warfighters for success.”

G-Form’s patented protective gear technology, called SmartFlexTM, is created using advanced polymer formulas. All products are designed to allow freedom of movement while minimizing risk of injury by hardening on impact, allowing users to push their physical limits without sacrificing performance, comfort, or style. SmartFlex is 100% waterproof and machine washable.

Utilized by a wide range of sports and outdoor activities, G-Form products are trusted by hundreds of professional athletes around the world, including players throughout professional baseball, such as another four-time All-Star, Manny Machado; world class mountain bike riders, like FMB World Tour and Crankworx Champion, Emil Johansson; and professional soccer players spanning the most elite levels of play globally. In addition, G-Form is the official protective partner of Perfect Game, the recognized pathway to Division I college and professional baseball opportunities worldwide.

ABOUT G-FORM

G-Form is a technology-driven protective solutions provider. A pioneer in the advancement of impact protection technology for athletes, the company’s proprietary cutting-edge manufacturing process and utilization of innovative SmartFlex materials combine high-level impact protection with comfort, style, and complete freedom of motion. G-Form has become a chosen protective equipment brand for athletes across multiple categories including baseball, MTB, BMX, skateboard, soccer, volleyball, military, and professional stunt. For more information about G-Form, visit www.g-form.com.

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