This video offers a time lapse of manufacturing Mission Spec’s EC2 plate carrier with ShoulderSavers mk3 in MultiCam Black.
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United States Army Selects Med-Eng to provide its 2nd Generation Advanced Bomb Suit to Protect Explosive Ordnance Disposal Teams
Thursday, February 7th, 2019
OGDENSBURG, New York – Med-Eng, LLC, a company of The Safariland Group, today announced it has been awarded a four-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to supply the United States Army with its 2nd generation Advanced Bomb Suit (ABS II) to protect the lives of front line soldiers conducting Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) operations. Program Executive Office (PEO) Soldier selected Med-Eng following a comprehensive and competitive process that evaluated protection levels, operational capabilities, human factors considerations and other requirements. Under the contract, which has a maximum value of $47 million, the Army may procure up to 1,641 Med-Eng® bomb suits during the four-year term.
“We are honored and very excited that the Army has re-affirmed its trust in Med-Eng to develop and provide proven solutions against blast threats, including Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs),” said Rob Reynolds, vice president and general manager, Med-Eng. “Selecting Med-Eng demonstrates PEO Soldier’s continued confidence in our ability to develop an integrated suit and helmet ensemble that will provide the protection, mobility, situational awareness and technical capabilities best enabling US Army EOD operators to successfully complete their missions on the battlefield.”
Med-Eng has been providing the Army with its current fleet of ABS bomb suits since 2002. The ABS II ensemble takes advantage of new protective materials and technologies that will directly benefit EOD teams, including significant weight reduction; improved protection against blast overpressure, fragmentation, impact and heat; voice-activation of all helmet features to keep the operator’s hands free; improved ventilation to mitigate heat stress; and a user-centric design to improve ergonomics and physical flexibility.
Fulfillment of the contract will support highly skilled manufacturing operations in Ogdensburg, New York, where Med-Eng currently produces bomb suits for all four branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, as well as for state and local law enforcement bomb squads, and are used across the United States and abroad.
Crye Precision – Minimalist Plate Carrier
Tuesday, February 5th, 2019
Since the Minimalist Plate Carrier was in the Atlas room during SHOT Show, we didn’t think it was going to be released this year.
Our Minimal Plate Carrier’s™ (MPC™) is designed to reduce bulk and visual printing when worn under clothing. It is constructed of a composite Velcro®loop outer material to allow for versatile kit configurations and incorporates MOLLE compatible features as well. It includes a stretch cummerbund with integrated mag/radio sized pouches. Made in the US from US materials.
Much to our surprise, Crye Precision announced it would be available in March.
SHOT Show 19 – Vestshape
Tuesday, January 29th, 2019
Vestshape is a body armor vest hanger and carrier, making for easy hanging of duty vests without the wear and tear and stretching of shoulder straps and improper storage. Vestshape allows for convenient hanging of duty vests outside lockers for drying as well as carrying a strapped-in vest to and from the field.
Vestshape is based in Van Nuys, California and made in the USA.
Mission Spec Releases XL Version of the EC2 Plate Carrier
Tuesday, January 29th, 2019Mission Spec has released the EC2-XL™, the larger version of the standard Essentials Carrier 2. As the name implies this carrier is designed specifically for XL sized (e,x)SAPI (or like) armor plates (not included).
Just like the standard sized version, the EC2-XL includes native support for industry standard chest rigs (with the addition of 2 QASM buckles), dual tourniquet holders, dual pen/chem-light/medical gloves storage, cable and hydration routing options, rear pack hangers, and simulated PALS sewn into the semi-elastic side straps for extra MOLLE pouch support. Excluding armor, the EC2-XL weighs 29 ounces and is constructed from 1000D CORDURA (500D for MultiCam; Black, Arid, Tropic).
The video was produced for the standard sized EC2.
The EC2-XL is fully compatible with other Mission Spec products such as ShoulderSavers™ (all versions), FlankSavers™, and MagRack5™. Inserted armor is always kept at the highest possible position inside of the plate bags due to the EC2-XL’s armor suspension system. All armor weight bypasses the CORDURA® layer and is loaded directly onto the internal webbing structure.
Available now in the entire line of standard colors and patterns offered by Mission Spec. Custom colors and patterns along with other customizations are possible on a case by case basis. Contact Mission Spec if needed. 100% designed, tested, and manufactured in the United States with US sourced components and Berry Compliant.
missionspec.com/products/essentials-carrier-2-xl-ec2-xl
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Tuesday, January 22nd, 2019
S&S Precision Officially Launches its New PlateFrame Modular (PF-M)
Tuesday, January 22nd, 2019The PlateFrame Modular™ (PF-M™) is taking the original PlateFrame™ to the next level. Engineered to optimize comfort, performance and modularity, the PF-M™ delivers a Dynamic Thoracic Load Bearing Distribution System. This Patent Pending system distributes the tactical load across/around the upper torso and not solely on the trapezius muscle. The benefits: zero load shift, consistent load management, reduced energy consumption, unrestricted locomotion mechanics and increased safety during climbing & dynamic movements.
Additionally, S&S Precision’s patent pending armor retention system allows users to configure the PF-M™ with armor plates of various sizes and thickness. Retention straps, in conjunction with flat camming locks, ensure a secure connection between the PF-M’s™ frames and ballistic plate.
To learn more, visit plateframemodular.com.
Safariland Introduces the PROTECH Hi-Viz Shield and DT206C Stand-Alone Type III Plate
Tuesday, January 22nd, 2019
ONTARIO, California – The Safariland Group, a leading global provider of safety and survivability products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets, today announced two new Safariland hard armor products – the PROTECH® Tactical Hi-Viz Shield – a clear type IIIA shield offering see-through visibility for the officer – and a 1.2” thin PROTECH DT206C stand-alone type III hard armor plate for stopping the most prevalent rifle rounds on the market.
“We’re continually working to offer innovative and essential products for law enforcement professionals, said Todd Mackler, vice president hard armor for Safariland. The Hi-Viz Shield offers life-saving ballistic coverage by providing maximum visibility, critical when approaching blind spots such as vehicle windows, doors and searching attics. The DT206C plate offers thinness in a price-competitive product and has the capacity to stop M855 Green Tip rounds, which many type III plates can’t stop.”
Safariland’s Hi-Viz Shield models are made of a polycarbonate composite for clear visibility and allow officers to see threats from a wide perspective vs. a small viewport. NIJ 0108.01 compliant, the Hi-Viz Shield provides ballistic coverage for the critical head, neck and upper chest area and stops 9mm and .44 Magnum LSWCGC rounds for five impacts. The design features a corner radius and is equipped with ambidextrous horizontal grips. When light is needed, it can accept an optional Foxfury® Taker R40 Riot Shield Light sold by Safariland.
The Hi-Viz Shield is offered in three sizes/cuts: 1224, 1224T (both 12” x 24” at a MSRP of $1,100 each) and 924 (9” x 24” at a MSRP of $950) and is available February. MSRP and availability for the Foxfury Taker R40 Riot Shield Light will also be February.
The DT206C plate is a high-performing, lightweight, type III stand-alone plate, effective even against the increasingly common M855 Green Tip (SS109) round. Competitively priced, the DT206C plate is made from a ceramic/PE composite, has a multi-curve design and is just 1.2” thin. A NIJ 0101.06 type III certified plate, the DT206C can defeat six rounds of the most prevalent ammunition on the market including the M80, MSC, M193 and the M855 Green Tip (SS1109). It comes in a variety of sizes which include:
– 8.75” x 11.75” SAPI Small (MSRP: $520)
– 9.5” x 12.5” SAPI Medium (MSRP: $530)
– 10.25” x 13.25” SAPI Large (MSRP: $580)
– 11” x 14” SAPI X-Large (MSRP: $690)
– 10” x 12” Shooters (MSRP: $530)
– 8” x 10” Rectangle (MSRP: $400)
– 6” x 6” Rectangle (MSRP: $270)
The Hi-Viz Shield and DT206C stand-alone plate will be on display at The Safariland Group booth, #12762, throughout SHOT Show 2019 from January 22-25. For more information, please visit www.safariland.com/safariland-body-armor.
