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BAE Systems Wins $75 Million Order for Protective Hard Armor Inserts

Wednesday, May 9th, 2012

BAE Systems recently received a $75 million order from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to produce and deliver Enhanced Small Arms Protective Insert (ESAPI) plates. Since 1998, BAE Systems has produced more than 1.2 million hard armor inserts, including ESAPI and other SAPI derivatives, under various Department of Defense contracts.

“The ESAPI plate protects against multiple hits from small arms threats,” said Don Dutton, vice president and general manager of Protection Systems at BAE Systems Support Solutions. “These hard armor inserts help to save lives on the battlefield.”

The $75 million order is part of a new, three-year contract from DLA Troop Support. The total value of contract orders could reach approximately $236 million over the next three years. ESAPI plates are manufactured at the BAE Systems Phoenix, Ariz. facility, and deliveries are expected to begin this September and continue through August 2013.

“BAE Systems and its employees continue to demonstrate their commitment to producing top products to protect our troops worldwide,” said U.S. Representative Ed Pastor. “I’m proud of the work being done in my district to bring our men and women back home safely.”

www.BAEsystems.com

Tags: BAE Systems
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Velocity Systems Introduces Desert Digital

Tuesday, May 8th, 2012

Velocity Systems has added Desert Digital as a color option for its products. After fielding phone calls and requests for the pattern over the last couple of years, Velocity Systems ordered up an entire lot of material of 500D Cordura as well as all the trimmings. Grey Group is currently stocking product, available for purchase and shipment. The new color is not reflected on the current Velocity Systems website, but look for a new Velocity website late this spring. If you have any questions give them a call at (703) 707-6280 or contact them via email at info@velsyst.com.

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Tags: Grey Group Training, Velocity Systems
Posted in Armor, Camo, Industry | 5 Comments »

Revision BATLSKIN Now Available for Purchase

Monday, May 7th, 2012

Revision Military’s innovative BATLSKIN system is now available for purchase by military and LE. The BATLSKIN system consists of Front Mount, Mandible Guard and Visor. All three were designed to work specifically with the issue ACH.

Components are sized due to the varying geometry of different sized ACHs. Initially, Medium and Large size offerings are available with Small and X-Large coming this summer.

BATLSKIN Multipurpose Front Mount is the cornerstone of the BATLSKIN Head Protection system. It is a robust and lightweight universal NVG mount that triples as the visor dock and mandible guard attachment point. It offers greater stability than current NVG mounts with a 3-point helmet attachment assembly AND it provides the mechanism for mounting advanced protective equipment.

BATLSKIN High-Threat Mandible Guard provides lightweight blunt force, blast and ballistic protection for the lower jaw. Its durable, low-profile design is engineered for rapid attachment and removal while on the run. It can be donned with or without the Visor.

BATLSKIN Three-Position Visor is an optically correct face shield that can be worn one of three ways from maximum coverage to maximum breathability: locked, vented or up. It is designed to provide maximum field-of-view and can be worn with or without the Mandible Guard. It is scratch, fog and chemical resistant.

“The Batlskin System is a modular solution that lets the Soldier armor up or down depending on the imminent threat level. It provides additional, life-saving protection when needed with the ability to quickly doff components once no longer necessary,” explains Jonathan Blanshay, CEO of Revision. “We’re pleased to extend this level of protection to individual soldiers and law officers who operate in harm’s way.”

BATLSKIN is available in Tan 499, Foliage Green and Black.

www.revisionmilitary.com

Tags: Revision Military
Posted in Armor, Helmets | 8 Comments »

More Info On The FirstSpear Tubes 6/12 Retro-fit Kit

Monday, May 7th, 2012

Here is a short video from our friends at FirstSpear on their new Tubes 6/12 Retro-fit Kit.

www.first-spear.com

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Posted in Armor | 5 Comments »

Point Blank Enterprises And Protective Products Enterprises Complete Merger Combined Companies Operating As Point Blank Enterprises

Friday, May 4th, 2012

Point Blank Enterprises, Inc., announced that it has finalized its merger with Protective Products Enterprises, LLC. Both companies are owned by affiliates of Sun Capital Partners, a leading private investment firm specializing in leveraged buyouts and investments in market-leading companies.

Point Blank Enterprises, Inc. has become the parent company and is now the operating owner of well-known and trusted global brands, including Point Blank Body Armor, PACA Body Armor, Protective Products and Paraclete. The Company will produce ballistics and soft armor designs, both concealable and tactical, at its manufacturing facilities in Pompano Beach, Fla., and Sunrise, Fla.

The Company also disclosed today that it has obtained new financing from Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., with the funds to be used for general working purposes and to drive innovation in new designs for the Company’s end markets.

“For the past six months, we have been working diligently to integrate all aspects of our businesses – including sales and marketing, manufacturing, R&D, finance, and IT – to better serve our global customers,” said Jim Henderson, Chief Executive Officer of Point Blank Enterprises, Inc. “We’ve made significant inroads and much of the integration is completed. We continue to win new awards, both domestically and abroad, and the changes we’re implementing now will allow us to further shorten our industry-leading delivery times, while continuing to provide our customers with the industry’s best and safest products. We look forward to building upon the heritage of Point Blank, PACA, Protective Products and Paraclete for years to come.”
www.pointblankenterprises.com .

For more information, please visit www.SunCapPart.com .

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FirstSpear Tubes 6/12 Retro-fit Kit

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012

FirstSpear has developed a retro-fit cummerbund kit that upgrades your current armor carrier to use Tubes and, as a bonus, integrates 6/12 technology along the sides. The cummerbund is designed to accept soft armor inserts as well as side plates and fits virtually any vest that relies on a hook and loop front flap and rear MOLLE or a cummerbund pass through channel. Available in Coyote, Ranger Green, Black, Khaki, MultiCam and for authorized customers, AOR 1&2. This item is sized as well.

www.First-Spear.com

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US4CES Family of Camouflage – Tactical Tailor

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012

This is the Fight Lite Plate Carrier in US4CES OCIE pattern.

www.tacticaltailor.com

Tags: ADS Inc, Guy Cramer, Tactical Tailor
Posted in Armor, Camo | 7 Comments »

Warrior West – 5.11 Tactical Plate Carrier

Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012

The upcoming 5.11 Tactical Plate Carrier was a soft launch at SHOT Show but has been pretty much kept under wraps since then. They’ve refined the design a little but for the most part it’s remained unchanged.

Constructed of LiteLok, it features a die cut pile MOLLE field along (with flat admin pocket behind) with a kangaroo style flap with integrated magazine pouches. The flaps for these mag pouches can be tucked out of the way. It is a center pull quick release with cables over both shoulders. There is also a skeletonized cummerbund. Additionally, there is an integrated drag strap in the rear.

Look for the Plate Carrier to be available is this Fall.

www.511tactical.com

Tags: 5.11 Tactical, Warrior West
Posted in Armor | 5 Comments »