Saluda, NC – January 14, 2026 – Sawgrass, drawing on 30 years of expertise in precision laser cutting and processing of high-end materials, today announced that it has been appointed the exclusive global distributor of ULTRACOMP laminate material, effective January 14, 2026.

ULTRACOMP is the first material included in a new division dedicated to high-performance technical fabrics and composites. This strategic move solidifies Sawgrass’s role as the go-to material experts and innovators, providing the industry with advanced solutions from cutting-edge materials to optimized processing.

The inaugural product in this new portfolio is ULTRACOMP, a revolutionary high-performance coated fabric laminate materialthat will immediately enhance the capabilities of Sawgrass’s clientele.

“For years, our customers have relied on Sawgrass for unparalleled laser cutting precision and deep material knowledge,” said Matt Widincamp, President of Sawgrass. “The addition of a dedicated technical fabrics line is a natural evolution. We’re not just selling fabric; we’re providing the industry’s most innovative materials, starting with ULTRACOMP, to help our partners design and manufacture superior products. This marks our commitment to leading innovation not only in how materials are processed, but in the quality and capability of the materials themselves.”

Introducing ULTRACOMP®: The Next Generation of Performance Fabric

ULTRACOMP is a composite material engineered for demanding applications that require a perfect balance of strength, weight, and durability. Sawgrass is excited to highlight several key benefits ULTRACOMP offers to manufacturers:

• Exceptional Strength-to-Weight Ratio: ULTRACOMPdelivers superior tensile and tear strength while remaining remarkably lightweight, making it ideal for gear and components where reduced bulk is critical.
• Superior Abrasion Resistance: ULTRACOMP is highly resistant to wear and tear, significantly extending the lifespan of finished products in harsh environments.
• Dimensional Stability: ULTRACOMP maintains its shape and integrity even under extreme stress and temperature fluctuations, ensuring reliable performance.
• Hydrophobic:  ULTRACOMP stays dry and light, absorbing less than ½ the water weight when compared to other laminate materials.
• Flame Resistance: ULTRACOMP offers remarkable ability to self-extinguish when exposed to flame without melting or dripping.

Sawgrass Commitment to Material Innovation and Future Growth

Sawgrass is a technology and manufacturing company specializing in precision laser cutting, material processing, and advanced material solutions. With a focus on innovation and quality, Sawgrass serves critical industries by providing the expertise and technology required to bring the next generation of products to market.

Sawgrass will leverage its expertise in material science and laser optimization to vet and introduce materials and composites that meet the highest standards of industry performance.

The launch of ULTRACOMP is just the beginning. Sawgrass has ambitious plans to expand the technical fabrics and composites offerings throughout 2026.   Several additional specialized materials are slated for release to serve a diverse range of technical applications within defense, medical, aerospace and industrial markets.

Additional details regarding ordering processes, regional availability, and customer transition plans will be communicated to partners and customers in advance of the January 14, 2026 effective date.

Contact:

Mark Smith
Director of Business Development
mark@sawgrassproduction.com
(828) 634-6955

www.sawgrassproduction.com

When seconds matter and the environment is hostile, the LODEOut®? Rapid Deployment Stretcher (RD Stretcher) is built to move.

Designed for maximum versatility, it mounts seamlessly onto LODEOut®? single/double danglers, back panels, and integrates perfectly into the Ops Pack or deployment rolls for mass casualty scenarios.

Rapid to deploy. Easy to stow. Purpose built to extract injured personnel from the point of wounding to cover and an area of saftey, fast!

When you’ve got a man down, the LODEOut®? RD Stretcher has your back.

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MultiCam

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Special Operations Veterans Test Emerging Military Technology Under Live Combat ConditionsBOZEMAN, Mont., Dec. 9, 2025 — Reveal Technology Inc., a veteran-founded defense technology company, today announced the premiere of “BattleLab” on VET Tv, a series that brings together former Special Operators with emerging military technology to test what works under real-world conditions, addressing a widening gap in U.S. defense modernization.

The first-of-its-kind training environment puts cutting-edge defense systems through their paces in combat scenarios that mirror actual battlefield conditions. The series is hosted by Garrett Smith, CEO of Reveal Technology and Marine combat veteran, alongside co-hosts Phil Divinski and Jerad Watlington, both Army Special Operations veterans with more than 20 years of service and founders of Jeddoc.

“In the battles of tomorrow, the team that adapts first wins,” said Garrett Smith, CEO of veteran-founded defense company Reveal Technology. “The pace of technological change on the battlefield has never been faster, but the procurement process and the way units experiment with new tactics can’t keep up. If we’re not testing and adapting in training, we’ll pay for it later.”

BattleLab uses force-on-force, live-fire, and non-permissive environment simulations to pressure-test cutting-edge defense technology, including Reveal’s Farsight (geospatial intelligence) and Identifi (mobile biometrics) platforms. Each cycle is structured around a scoring rubric that gamifies performance, allowing every tactic, tool, and team to be measured consistently across scenarios.

“There’s no field manual for how we integrate a lot of these new technologies,” said Phil Divinski, CEO of Jeddoc. “BattleLab is where we figure that out by defining an operational objective, replicating the operational environment, and iterating. Mission success determines whether a tactic, technique, or technology is effective.”

BattleLab process is being fully documented to accelerate learning and increase transparency. Veteran-owned studio VET Tv is producing the documentation as a serialized program, giving viewers an unfiltered look at the scenarios, failures, and breakthroughs shaping the future of warfare.

The inaugural season features three combat scenarios:

Episode 1: Strong Point– Two teams battle for physical control of a vital village building, pitting an entrenched defensive force against an assaulting team starting from outside the village.

Episode 2: Contested Exfil – High stakes race where one team, starting from inside a building, attempts to reach their designated pick-up site before the opposing team, assaulting from outside the village, can eliminate them.

Episode 3: Organic Strike – One team must quickly camouflage and physically protect their communications link within a village against another team’s objective of finding and destroying it using drone strikes.

“VET Tv is proud to produce BattleLab,” said John Acevedo, CEO of VET Tv. “This isn’t just compelling television. What Reveal and Jeddoc are doing here is genuinely groundbreaking: bringing tactical training and defense technology integration into the 21st century. We’re honored to help tell this story with the authenticity and realism it deserves.”

BattleLab will premiere as a serialized program on VET Tv beginning December 9, 2025. New seasons will roll out quarterly, capturing every iteration of tactics, technology, and lessons learned as the BattleLab evolves.

For more information and episode access visit: www.veterantv.tv/battle-lab

Richmond, VA. (October 17th, 2025) – German Precision Optics (GPO) RANGEGUIDE 10×40 Rangefinding Binoculars are a testament to GPO’s commitment to pioneering high-performance optics. In their continued effort to provide customers with cutting-edge products, GPO has, once again,set the standard in precision rangefinding binoculars with the upgrade of their popular RANGEGUIDE lineup.

“This is a truly remarkable product,” said Mike Jensen, GPO USA’s owner and CEO. “We upgraded the display functions and modes and added a new state-of-the-art photo sensor for automatic reticle light setting. Now, the smallest 40mm rangefinding binocular in its class is loaded with features and technology second-to-none.”

The heart of these rangefinding binoculars lies in the 40mm objective lens, meticulously crafted and enhanced with GPObright™ high-transmission lens coatings. This symbiotic fusion of advanced coatings and optimal lens size ensures exceptional brightness, even in challenging low-light conditions. GPO RANGEGUIDE’s are crafted with a magnesium body and fortified by a rubber armor coating, guaranteeing the binoculars’ resilience against harsh environments and conditions.  The ranging capabilities will reach out to 3500 yards or as close as 6 yards. The 10×40 RANGEGUIDE provides a lightning-fastresponse time of .25 seconds.

This exceptional fusion of optical brilliance and state-of-the-art rangefinding technology is fortified by GPO’s enduring commitment to excellence, epitomized by the Spectacular Lifetime Warranty™. All RANGEGUIDE models come standardwith a neoprene neck strap, microfiber cleaning cloth, ocular and objective lens covers, a hard case, and a single CR-2 battery.

Features include:

• Ranging capability from 6 yards to over 3500 yards

• True-range angle technology

• Scan mode that provides three readings per second

• Temperature readings for long-range shooting

• OLED display with nine brightness settings

• Auto display brightness feature

• Double HD glass technology

• GPObright™ lens coating technology

• Waterproof and fog proof

• PASSIONdrop™ hydrophobic coating

• Humidity and barometric pressure readings

MSRP: $1,349.99 

To learn more about German Precision Optics’ state-of-the-art product line and their industry-leading Spectacular Lifetime Warranty™, please visit www.gpo-usa.com or call 844-MY-BINOS (844-692-4667).