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Velocity Systems ULV Chameleon Armor Shirt

Friday, April 23rd, 2021

The Velocity Systems ULV Chameleon Armor Shirt is the most ergonomic, concealable, and comfortable ultra-low visibility armor compression shirt available. The ULV Chameleon Shirt was designed and developed in 2012 and issued National Stock Numbers (NSNs) in 2015. For nine years US and international military forces, agencies, federal and state undercover law enforcement units have been employing the ULV Chameleon Armor Shirt. The positive feedback and continued utilization of the armor carrier is tried and true. This ultra-low visibility compression shirt provides concealed ballistic protection without compromising movement.

The armor carrier is made with a static mesh that holds both soft and hard armor securely, while the high memory compression fabric holds the entire system tightly to the body to reduce signature. The 100% Nylon knit fabric is abrasion resistant and is treated for moisture wicking and odor and stain resistance. The internal plate pockets hold the Velocity Systems ULV torso plates or ULV torso soft armor inserts snuggly against the body for maximum concealability. The seams are heavily stitched, and the shoulders are reinforced to ensure the carrier can sustain rigorous use while utilizing hard armor plates. The underarms and sides are made of a breathable compression mesh and include two side front opening zippers to aid with don/doff. The design also includes compression pockets under each arm, sized to fit radios or similar sized equipment. Velocity Systems offers the ULV Chameleon Shirt in black and white, men’s size S-XXL and women’s size XS-LG

The ULV Chameleon Armor Shirt is available to military forces, agencies, the federal government, and undercover law enforcement groups. All colors and sizes are in stock and able to be shipped immediate. To inquire about purchase, please contact info@velsyst.com. All materials and workmanship are 100% made in the USA.

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SafeLife Defense Celebrates 5th Anniversary

Monday, April 19th, 2021

Nevada-based armor manufacturer SafeLife Defense, a small business that began in its founder’s kitchen, is celebrating its 5th anniversary. The company, which was recently named one of the top 300 fastest-growing companies in America, recently announced a number of specials to celebrate the anniversary and growth.

Says founder Nick Groat,

“I want to start by thanking you for showing interest in our Body Armor. As I’m sure you have seen, there are a lot of choices out there when it comes to armor…and they are not all created equal.”

The company claims to be the fastest-growing armor company in the United States because, as they say, “We do body armor better than anyone else!”

They continue:

• Our vests offer the best protection at the best price.
• We have a 5 Year Warranty on our Ballistic Material.
• We offer FREE Size Exchanges for 30 Days, so your gear fits PERFECTLY.
• When you contact us, our Award-Winning Customer Service will help you.
• If you are ever shot, we will replace your armor for FREE under our Incident Guarantee.
• If you don’t love your gear, send it back for a refund under our Satisfaction Guarantee.

The company is currently moving into a new 140,000 square foot facility near the Las Vegas Raiders practice facility in Henderson, NV, and intends to add nearly 400 jobs over the next ten years.

Find them online at www.safelifedefense.com or follow on IG, @safelifedefense. Connect on Facebook, /SafeLifeDefense/.

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L3Harris Technologies and American Rheinmetall Vehicles Team to Pursue US Army’s New Fighting Vehicle

Wednesday, April 14th, 2021

L3Harris Technologies and German integrated technology group Rheinmetall’s subsidiary American Rheinmetall Vehicles have signed a teaming agreement to jointly develop the U.S. Army’s new Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV), which will replace the Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle.

The agreement combines L3Harris’ open system design and equipment manufacturing leadership with the maturity and modularity of American Rheinmetall Vehicles’ Lynx next-generation fighting vehicle for an OMFV offering that is low-risk and easily upgradable.

American Rheinmetall Vehicles, the prime contractor, selected L3Harris to provide vehicle mission systems, cybersecurity and its modular open systems approach (MOSA) for the Lynx. L3Harris’ MOSA can enable cross-platform and cross-domain commonality of parts and subsystems to allow for easy and affordable upgrades.

“We have a long history providing similar support to multiple platforms using our MOSA approach for mission systems and electronic warfare,” said James Gear, Vice President, L3Harris Domestic Business Development. “We look forward to working with American Rheinmetall Vehicles to further expand into the ground defense vehicle market.”

“We are excited to have L3Harris join our growing team to support the U.S. Army’s OMFV program,” said Mathew Warnick, Managing Director for American Rheinmetall Vehicles. “Their experience in open architecture, communications, and cybersecurity bring tremendous capability to the American Rheinmetall Vehicles team as we prepare our digitally engineered OMFV to provide our Soldiers overmatch now and for the future.”

The design approach is grounded in the reuse of technologies and lessons from the family of L3Harris programs and engagements around the Army’s modular open aviation and ground endeavors.

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Sneak Peek – Nemesis Plate Carrier from A7 Defense & Aerospace

Friday, April 9th, 2021

Sneak peek at the new A7 “NEMESIS’ plate carrier with fire resistant HEXGUARD and what they promose are “a few more next level innovations.”

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LBT x PRSM – Denim G3v2

Thursday, April 1st, 2021

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TYR Tactical CQB3A Shield System

Tuesday, March 23rd, 2021

TYR Tactical® Hard Armor products give you a full range of options for any threat and any mission. We offer the most complete ballistic shield line in our industry.

Our Level IIIA, Level III, and Level IV shields are the lightest weight in their respective categories. When it comes to our customers safety, we spare no expense. From our 42,000 square foot hard armor facility and ballistic testing ranges, to our next generation ballistic presses. We protect you from tomorrow’s threats.

At TYR Tactical® we live by one motto.

Innovate or Die®

Level 3A Rapid Response Ballistic Shield with Viewport & Shield Light

• ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT – LIGHTEST 3A SHIELD ON THE MARKET
• ENHANCED LEVEL 3A PROTECTION
• PURPOSE BUILT

Learn more about these products:

TYR Tactical® 18” x 32” CQB Level 3A Rapid Response Ballistic Shield (Viewport)

Product Code: TYR-RBS/CQB3A-VP

TYR Tactical® Shield Light

Product Code: TYR-RBS/SHIELDLIGHT

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TYR Tactical Awarded Multi-Million Dollar Overt Integrated Armor Contract by the Federal Bureau of Investigation

Monday, March 22nd, 2021

In August 2020, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) awarded a fixed firm price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for the FBI Overt Integrated Armor. This win marks the second contract award from the FBI for TYR Tactical body armor in a row, the first being the ULVCT contract in March 2020. The TYR Tactical EPIC FED design solution outperformed all other competitors in the most rigorous testing requirements established in the Body Armor Industry for both ballistic and performance capabilities. The BPA awards a spending maximum of $30M over five years.

Mr. Beck, TYR Tactical’s founder, CEO and designer emphasized “This partnership with the FBI gives TYR Tactical the ability to protect agents to the greatest ability technology can offer. I do this because it is my passion and I focus my career and livelihood on this mission, serving those that serve and protect us.”

Mission sets that agents are exposed to change rapidly in the field. TYR Tactical’s EPIC Fed is a modular, tailorable, scalable solution that allows agents to scale their body armor while in the field. The body armor vest provides soft and hard armor protection and attachment of various pouches, zip-on back panels, and ballistic accessories. Its design is a quick-release Taktic buckle system that provides easy access to agents for donning and doffing their vest. Built-in magazine and administrative pockets keep agents organized and prepared for the unknown. Strategically placed identification placard locations are in five vest areas, ensuring proper identification regardless of the agent’s position. The feature-rich, full coverage body armor vest is designed for the male and female anatomy. TYR Tactical has been creating female body armor since 2013 and has several patents based upon its unique shape and design. Over the years, the extensive testing that has taken place is applied to this carrier’s design for the FBI.

TYR Tactical utilized its patented Ballistic Vein as a staple to the integrity of this carrier’s ballistic performance. The Ballistic Vein increases the ballistic performance by up to 40% reduction of backface in comparison to other competitors performance. Additionally, the ballistic vein is a patented panel suspension and energy dispersing platform that retains the carrier in proper alignment, prevents bunching, and supports the soft armor to improve edg shot protection.

TYR Tactical’s soft armor, NFA3/10, is designed to be a flexible, light-weight patent-pending solution that is certified NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA and the FBI’s demanding ballistic standards.

This opportunity has led to an increase of 22 jobs in Peoria, Arizona, manufacturing the EPIC Fed Body Armor and Soft Armor.

The EPIC FED will be released and featured in TYR Tactical’s 2021 catalog. Continue to check our Instagram, Facebook, and website, www.tyrtactical.com, regularly for updates. For further questions, email info@tyrtactical.com or call 623-240-1400.

Here is a copy of the Press Release:

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Premier Body Armor Delivers Multi-Hit Capable Level IV STRATIS Plates

Tuesday, March 16th, 2021

GASTONIA, N.C. – Premier Body Armor is proud to announce availability of its new STRATIS level IV plates. These new composite/polyethylene plates are multi-hit capable and are the ideal for those looking for maximum protection from an exceptionally thin and light plate.

“The new STRATIS Level IV plates are rated to stop multiple hits from the most aggressive small arms ammunition, including M855 and .30-06 AP,” said Frank Stewart, President of Premier Body Armor. “We solve the two most common issues with traditional Level IV plates with this product. Traditional Level IV plates are heavy and fragile. We’ve utilized a tiled composite strike face that isolates trauma to the plate, thus allowing the plate to be drop-resistant and multi-hit capable. We lighten the overall weight of the plate by several pounds by using the latest Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene technology as the ballistic core of the armor. As with all of our armor solutions, the STRATIS Level IV plate is 100% made in the U.S.A.”

The STRAITS Level IV plates are special threat tested against these calibers at a distance of 15 meters:

• 7.62×39 123gr PS Ball (MSC)
• 7.62×51 147gr FMJ (M80) – up to 2850 ft/s
• 5.56×45 55gr (M193) up to 3150ft/s
• 5.56x45mm 62 grain steel core (M855)
• 5.56x45mm M855 A1
• 7.62x63mm M2 AP (.30-06)

These 10” x 12” single curve ESPAI cut plates meet the NIJ 0101.06 Level IV ballistic standard. STRAIS plates come with a 10-year warranty. The 5.3-pound plates are just .9” thick and finished with a Polyurea outer covering for abrasion and moisture resistance.

Learn more about Premier Body Armor and their complete line of armor at Premierbodyarmor.com.

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