Dulles, VA – June 17, 2016 – Velocity Systems officially announces they acquired the Mayflower Research and Consulting Brand. For some of you this is not a new concept because Velocity Systems and Mayflower Research and Consulting have been operating as a team to collaboratively develop protective gear for the last 7 and a half years.
The need for the partnership occurred in 2008 when the demand for Mayflower gear was increasing exponentially and Travis Rolph’s services were needed by our country in a different capacity. While Travis continued to design all products under the Mayflower name, Velocity Systems began handling the logistics and manufacturing of all Mayflower products.
The decision was made that Velocity Systems and Mayflower were a good fit due to both companies’ dedication to produce quality products at the speed of need. Both companies were also committed to research and development and listening to feedback in order to create products tailored to fit the needs of the individuals that protect and serve our country. In January of 2014, Velocity Systems officially acquired the Mayflower Brand. Throughout the partnership and acquisition this dedication and commitment only grew stronger and has created a more competitive and efficient global provider of protective products, and solutions.
While the acquisition has not been a secret, the decision was made to wait a substantial period of time before making an official public announcement. Both brands have a loyal customer base and wanted to take the opportunity to prove the merge would only enhance the product offerings. David Strum, Velocity Systems President had this to say about the acquisition, “The joining of the two brands allowed us to leverage operating efficiencies and concentrate more on the end user’s needs. This created more time for research and development, and collaborative design opportunities. The change resulted in a more comprehensive portfolio featuring high-quality products with leading technology.”
Throughout the last 7 and a half years Dave Strum has remained the primary designer for Velocity Systems products and Travis Rolph has remained the primary designer for Mayflower Brand products. While the two specialize in their own niche, the merge has allowed them to work together collaboratively using their unique strengths to develop best-in-class designs.
Moving forward the Mayflower Brand will go by the name Mayflower R&C By Velocity Systems and can be purchased as product line under the Velocity Systems name. In order to more efficiently streamline the sales of Velocity Systems gear and the Mayflower R&C By Velocity Systems product line, Velocity Systems is launching a new website showcasing both under one roof. As of June 20, 2016 please visit www.velsyst.com to check out the new website.
Tags: Mayflower Research and Consulting Services, Velocity Systems
Both are fantastic companies. My velocity soft and hard armor rides in an APC with pusher chest rig, usually with a Boss Rugby underneath. Fantastic gear, hope to see lots more from both.
Yeah I’ve honestly always thought of them as one company anyway.
I thought the same. Great stuff for those that make sacrifices for others.
I have a Velocity Systems “Quad 5.5.6 placard” and LOVE the thing. I wear it on my old (but still serviceable) and very useful,DBT “Low Profile” [slick,just velcro cumberbund] body armor.
It fits perfectly on the velcro,and all I needed to add was female “replacement type” side clip buckle-I didn’t need the adapter pieces to have it hang lower,as it sat perfect,right out of the box (well,bag)
This is what I am talking about.GREAT piece of kit,and anyone not sure,or sitting on the fence,buy it-you wont regret it.
However,you may need/want the adapter pieces they sell.
http://www.velsyst.com/store/253/158/%3Ci%3EMayflower%3Ci%3E-Quad-5.56-Placard.html
PS:I don’t work for the company or m I related to them in any way, and do not profit from liking their gear. Just passing along information/observations on a good piece of kit.