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High Angle Solutions – Atlas Devices – Atlas Powered Ascender 5 (APA5)

Wednesday, February 10th, 2016

The Atlas Powered Ascender 5, or APA-5, is a powered ascension device which is optimized for situations such as High Angle Rescue, Confined Space Rescue, Disaster Response, and AIROPS. Described as “the 4-6 man haul team in 1 box”, the APA-5 features trigger controllable speed with power tool-like design, and requires minimal training to operate.

Specs

Ascender

– PN: APA-5, APA-5-S (AK-APA5 for Full Kit)
– Weight: 14.5 lbs /6.6kg
– Max direct lift capacity: 600 lbs /272kg
– Ascent/descent speed: Variable
– Intuitive power tool-like operation / Variable speed control governor
– Submerged system operation
– Load-rated housing

Battery

– STD-7.5lbs/3.4kg; High Capacity-12.4lbs/5.6kg
– Depth-rated interchangeable battery

Rope

– Rope diameters: 6-11mm
– Integrates seamlessly with COTS climbing equipment

Environmental

– Operational seawater depth rating
– Operating Temp Range: -10° F to +120° F / -23° C to +49° F

Safety

– Fully tensile load-rated housing
– Ergonomic safety interlock for operation
– Emergency mechanical descent without battery
– Non-volatile battery if punctured by ballistic

Options

– Wired or wireless remote control
– High-speed ascent (lower max lift capacity)
– Multi-diameter rope capability in single configuration
– Extended life battery

Certifications

– NAVSEA 9310 Certified by US DoD
– US DoD Test and Evaluation Command Safety Confirmation
– certification for Operational Use

Examples of the APA-5 in use

1-Person Rescue APA5 w/ Remote Control: Horizontal Hoist w/ High Point

1-Person Rescue w/ Remote Control: Horizontal Hoist-Edge Transition w/ High Point

1-Person Rescue w/ Remote Control: Horizontal Hoist w/Tagline

2-Person Rescue w/Edge Guard: Horizontal Hoist w/ Low Point

1-Person Rescue w/ Remote Control: Vertical Hoist

Get the full Atlas Catalog here: atlasdevices.com/pdf/Atlas_Devices-2015_Catalog.pdf

For more info visit www.atlasdevices.com or email sales@atlasdevices.com.

High Angle Solutions is a weekly feature by DMM, CTOMS, and Atlas Devices.

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Beaverton Police Department Receives K9 Safety Grant From The Spirit Of Blue Foundation

Tuesday, February 9th, 2016

Spirit of Blue presented a $2,500 grant to the Beaverton Police Department for the acquisition of a new K9 working dog, sponsored by the Planet Dog Foundation. The grant was presented by Ryan T. Smith of Spirit of Blue (center) and was received by (left to right) Officer Matt Barrington, K9 Atlas and Chief Geoff Spalding.

BEAVERTON, OREGON – February 8, 2016 – The Spirit of Blue Foundation announced that it has awarded a K9 Safety Grant to the Beaverton Police Department (BPD) to contribute to the acquisition of a tracking and article search K9. The new dog will replace veteran K9 Alex who retired at the first of the year after serving for 8 years with Officer Steve Anderson. The $2,500 grant was sponsored by the Planet Dog Foundation, the charitable arm of dog toy and accessory manufacturer Planet Dog, who has given over $1 million dollars to organizations that bring people and dogs together for fun and mutual support.

“The Beaverton Police K9 Program sets the standard in this area of the country,” said Ryan T. Smith, Executive Director of the Spirit of Blue. “Not only will K9 Atlas be a great resource for this city, but he will bring an added layer of protection to the officers in Beaverton and will continue a legacy of excellence in this program and others that are influenced by it.” Smith served as a Reserve Police Officer with the Beaverton Police Department from 1999-2006.

K9 Atlas is a 24 month old male German Shepherd, bred in Hungary, who received his initial training at the Vohne Liche Kennels in Denver, IN. His K9 handler will be Officer Matt Barrington, in his first role as a K9 officer, who has been with the department for eight years. Officer Barrington and K9 Atlas are currently in a 10-week K9 Academy program and will begin working the road in Mid-March of 2016. K9’s bring an auditory and olfactory advantage to police work, able to track subjects and identify articles not easily found by their human counterparts. But, all K9’s are trained to protect their handlers, making them an effective less lethal force option while enhancing the safety of officers on duty.

“The Planet Dog Foundation is proud to sponsor the great work of essential canine partners like Atlas,” added Stephanie Volo, Chief Retail Officer of Planet Dog, Inc. “We welcome the opportunity to partner with the Spirit of Blue Foundation to offer needed grants to deserving agencies such as this.”

Statistics released by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund show that 124 law enforcement officers lost their lives in 2015, an increase of 4% from the prior year. 42 of those officers were firearm related fatalities, while 35 were lost as a result of a motor vehicle crash. In addition, the Officer Down Memorial Page reported that 26 K9 working dogs were lost in 2015 as well. The reality of these statistics, and the increasing number of underfunded law enforcement agencies across the country, fuel the Spirit of Blue safety grant initiative.

The Spirit of Blue Foundation actively encourages the public at large to honor and appreciate law enforcement officers who serve to protect our communities. By supporting the Spirit of Blue Foundation, the public can make an impact in the lives of law enforcement officers every day. To learn more about the Spirit of Blue, or make a donation, visit www.spiritofblue.com.

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TacJobs – CAA USA Opens New Position For General Manager

Tuesday, February 9th, 2016

Pompano Beach, Fla. (February 2016) – CAA USA is openly seeking an experienced candidate to fill the position of General Manager for the US market of CAA firearms accessories out of the new facility in Pompano Beach, Florida.

The General Manager for CAA USA will be responsible for increasing management’s effectiveness by recruiting, training, communicating company values, instilling and assigning accountability for the office, warehouse, sales and accounting staff. The CAA GM will develop a cooperative climate between departments and oversee all strategies and the objectives of all goals set forth by the company’s CEO, Mikey Hartman. The GM must have a Manufacturing Management working background with a minimum depth of applicable experience of 5 years with 10+ preferred. This position offers a generous salary package and bonus program, plus benefits for the candidate who brings management proficiency, decision making and leadership to this growing company.

For more information on the position or to send a resume, please contact Laura Burgess Marketing at laura@lauraburgess.com.

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TIHK – Urban SlimTool

Tuesday, February 9th, 2016

The creators of the Tiny Inconspicious Handcuff Key have just released a new product, the Urban SlimTool, a credit card-sized survival pocket tool which is made of laser cut stainless steel. The Urban SlimTool comes with a 4-piece lockpick set, integrated universal door jam shim, and 10 different wrench sizes.

tihk.co/collections/urban-survival-gear/products/urban-slimtool-credit-card-size-pocket-tool

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SKD Tactical – New Products And Valentine’s Day Sale

Tuesday, February 9th, 2016

This KICK-ASS package is the culmination of years parallel efforts – The PIG Brigandine Plate Carrier, a sleeper favorite among professional users, and the SKD Armor Level IV Stand Alone Plate, the lightest Level IV plate under $190. We are proud to now offer the PIG Brig + SKD Level IV Plate PACKAGE, which includes our popular Brig Shoulder Pads and AFC Pontoons for FREE (a $54.95 value!).

What’s Included:

PIG Brigandine Plate Carrier

2 x SKD Level IV Plates

Free PIG Shoulder Pad Set (2 pads)

Free PIG AFC Pontoon Set (2 pads)

www.skdtac.com/PIG-BRIG-SKD-10×12-Level-IV-Stand-Alone-Plate-Pa-p/pig.910

Today also marks the start of SKD’s Valentine’s Day Special. Customers who buy a pair of the new women’s Charlie gloves, and a pair of the men’s Alpha gloves, will receive 30% off for both.

www.skdtac.com/PIG-Full-Dexterity-Tactical-Alpha-Charlie-Glove-p/pig.912

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First-Light USA “GRIPS” Design Standard Brings New Ideas To Low-light Shooting

Monday, February 8th, 2016

Las Vegas, NV (January 19, 2016) – Since 2004, First-Light USA has been the innovation leader in the design and manufacturing of hands-enabling tactical lighting tools available for use with firearms. First-Light USA lighting tools are used extensively by the U.S. military and federal law enforcement agencies that depend on First-Light USA products in life or death situations. It should come as no surprise then, that all of the company’s lighting tools are measured against a stringent internal design standard called GRIPS before they can be released.

“First-Light USA was founded on the idea that we can improve low-light performance in a firearm,” said CEO Jeremy Ross. “Our tools are designed for the demands of military, law enforcement, and personal defense applications. That’s why every light we make has to meet a strict design standard we call GRIPS. It stands for Grip – Retention – Improved Performance and Safety,” he said.

GRIP

The unique ergonomics of First-Light USA’s products allow the user to maintain a two-handed grip when shooting, similar to how people train with no light in hand. This differs from most tube light techniques that force the user to shoot with only one hand making recoil management difficult.

RETENTION

The retention features on the light lets the operator use his or her hands while maintaining positive control of the light which helps keep the user focused on the situation at hand. This lets them reload on the move, clear malfunctions faster, and minimize the time they have to take solid light blinding light off of an adversary.

First-Light USA hands-enabling lighting tools remove the limitations of a traditional, tube-shaped flashlight and give the user full use of his or her hands. This allows them to perform tasks like two-handed shooting, K-9 handling, reloading, or clearing weapon malfunctions. Other advantages include immediately lighting the target, rapid follow up shots and faster reloads.

SAFETY

Ross believes safety is neglected in the tactical lighting space. “Mounting a light directly to a firearm is not safe,” he said. “It causes you to point your muzzle at things you shouldn’t.” First-Light products are designed to be safe for the user as well as anyone they come in contact with. They adapt to users’ movements and leave their hands free to safely and quickly perform any task.

The company’s self-regulation of its tactical lights with the GRIPS system enables the tools to meet the strict requirements of the defense industry and as a result, First-Light USA lights have become standard issue for every US Army Medic along with Abrams M-1 tank crews. Additionally, thousands of US Border Patrol officers across North America have discovered the hands-enabling advantage First-Light USA lighting tools bring to the field.
First-Light USA’s four hands-enabling, lighting tool platforms, Liberator, Tomahawk, T-MAX, and TORQ, each offer advances in ergonomic design that deliver performance enhancing capabilities.

www.firstlight-usa.com

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S&S Precision Maker Monday – NavBoard Series Overview

Monday, February 8th, 2016

Conducting nighttime parachute operations is serious business, even for the best. The NavBoard series is purposely built for in-flight navigation, giving you what you need when you need it. They are designed to conveniently mount to the front of an armor carrier or parachute harness for easy access. With multiple options, there is a NavBoardT for everyone.

Below, you can view a video which serves as an overview of the NavBoard Series:

www.sandsprecision.com

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Beauty And Youth / Briefing – Camo Flap Sack

Monday, February 8th, 2016

Japanese fashion company Beauty and Youth has partnered with luggage company Briefing to produce a couple of Camo Flap Sacks. The Sacks are made of MilSpec materials, and sport a main buckle flap entry, front zip pouch, and two side compartments. Most notably, the packs seem to be made of Brookwood’s All Terrain Arid and All Terrain Transitional pattern fabric, a feature which isn’t mentioned in any of the info for the packs.

Thanks to ‘LUP’ for the tip!

www.beautyandyouth.jp/news/2016/02/briefing-beautyyouth-camo-flap-sack

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