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ADS Warrior Expo

Monday, April 27th, 2009

ADS is hosting their annual Warrior Days Expo July 15 & 16 at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. In addition to the opportunity to see the latest equipment from over 100 leading manufacturers, ADS also offers the chance to attend some great seminars. Last year, they hosted Mark Twight who spoke about environmental clothing systems. The Warrior expo is an excellent opportunity for end users, GCPC holders, and acquisition officials to learn about ADS and their various services.

For more info and to register visit www.adsinc.com/warriorexpo.

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Support Our Advertisers

Friday, April 24th, 2009

As you have noticed, the look of Soldier Systems Daily has changed as well as the level of coverage. This is due to a large extent, to support from our advertisers. We feel it is important for us to explain to our advertising program to our readership. We publish news. Our coverage of new products, services, materials, government programs, and industry news takes us in a lot of directions and we spend a lot of time writing about the unknown. News coverage should not be considered an endorsement unless otherwise specified. Our new advertising program is however, something altogether different.

While many would understand that accepting advertising from a vendor of products or services is an endorsement of Soldier Systems Daily by the advertiser, we look at this as a two way street. We consider at each potential advertiser and the types of products and services they provide. We regard each ad we publish as an endorsement by Soldier Systems of the advertiser. Additionally, we consider our advertisers as partners and work hard to develop a relationship that we can leverage to benefit reader, advertiser and us. An example of this are special promotions and contests that we are developing in conjunction with our advertisers to benefit our dedicated readership.

Soldier Systems will continue to break the news and provide information on the latest products and services for the Soldier Systems industry but take a moment to check out our advertiser’s websites and consider one or more of them to satisfy your next requirement.

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Strike Hold! Design Winner Chosen

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009

Thanks to all of our readers who supported Strike Hold!’s logo competition. And the winner is…

Strike Hold!

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Strike-Hold! Logo Design Contest Finalists

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009

They have condensed the field down to two great designs. Cast your vote to help our friends at Strike-Hold! choose a new logo.

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Super SERVMART

Tuesday, April 21st, 2009

Super SERVMART is sponsored by the US Navy’s Fleet Industrial Support Command (FISC) as a means to provide Third Party Logistics support to the Fleet based in Norfolk, VA.

SERVMART exists on many Naval bases and provides Government organizations a convenient shopping method for such diverse products as office supplies to cleaning materials to tactical equipment with over 7,000 items in stock. It operates on a shopping mall concept as well as providing a mobile van to bring limited supplies directly to an activity’s doorstep. While the Super SERVMART on Norfolk Naval Base is operated by MANCON They are operated by different entities depending on the local contracting office.

Government Commercial Purchase Cards limits of $10,000 per day are raised to $100,000 per day but the GCPC is also the mandatory method of payment for all orders.
This is because the contracting side of the work has been accomplished by FISC. All products in SERVMART have been vetted and the vendors are under contract to provide them.

One local vendor is Tidewater Tactical who provides a wide variety of quality tactical products. Whether or not you are a SERVMART customer be sure to check them out.

Visiting commands as well as organizations on other facilities can also take advantage of Super SERVMART. More information can be found online.

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British Spy Agency Searches for Real-Life `Q’

Monday, April 20th, 2009

AP reports that the MI-5, the British agency responsible for domestic espionage has posted an ad for a “Chief Scientific Advisor”. “Q” was James Bond’s go to guy for weapons, vehicles and other assorted gadgets designed to create mayhem.

Candidates for the MI5 job need to be at least 18, British or naturalized citizens who have “world-class scientific expertise and credibility in relevant scientific and technology disciplines, outstanding influencing and communication skills, experience of building an effective network and of creating a high quality team.”

While no salary was mentioned the hours are great, requiring only two or three days a week. So British Boffins get your CVs together. This could be your shot at the big time.

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Larry R. Ellis Removed as CEO of Point Blank

Sunday, April 19th, 2009

Point Blank Solutions, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors voted to remove Larry R. Ellis as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective as of April 16, 2009. The Company also announced that James R. Henderson, Chairman of its Board of Directors, has been asked by the Board to assume the role of Acting Chief Executive Officer until a replacement is found. Henderson has been with Point Blank since August of 2008.

“General Ellis and his team helped Point Blank rectify many of the legacy issues the Company has faced while building a strong platform for growth. The Board’s actions are in no way a reflection of General Ellis’ past leadership, but rather a desire to move in a different direction at this time.”

“Point Blank has some of the industry’s most talented people and produces quality, life-saving products for the most important customers in the world. I look forward to taking on the role of CEO and will do everything in my power to help improve our market position, productivity, and our financial performance. Most important, management and the Board will continue to focus on generating higher returns for all shareholders and will pursue all avenues that will help us achieve this shared goal,” Henderson continued.

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DIY Tactical’s New Site

Thursday, April 16th, 2009

When we need raw materials for a custom project we go to DIY Tactical and they recently revamped their site adding a whole host of new features including RSS feeds to keep you updated. Additionally, the “wishlist” option allows you to form a list of products you want to purchase at a later date. They have also added a “kits” section featuring instructions and materials to make basic nylon projects.

Check out the new site www.diytacticalstore.com.

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