So far, ANR Design has added two new breaching tool carriers to their website. Made from Kydex, they are available in a variety of colors.
The carriers come with Blade Tech Molle Lok and DCC MOD 4 Belt Clip mounting hardware.
See the entire lineup at www.anrkydexholsters.com/product-category/soldier-systems/breaching.
The COMBI-TOOL is a battery-powered multipurpose tool for rapid intervention teams, offering high cutting and spreading forces, interchangeable tips for breaching, cutting, lifting, and pulling, a swivel-folding handle for optimal handling, and compatibility with MILWAUKEE 18V M18 FORGE batteries.
Technical Specifications:
Weight (ready for use): 14,2 kg
Opening width: 285 mm
Spreading force (in work area): 30 – 1305 kN
The COMBI-TOOL will cut a 28mm bar in a single cut.
Dayton, OH — Genesis Rescue Systems, a leading manufacturer of hydraulic rescue tools used in the fire service across the United States, is now fully Berry Amendment compliant, allowing for procurement within U.S. Government and Department of War programs.
Berry compliance, which requires that products purchased by the DoW be sourced, manufactured, and assembled in the United States, positions Genesis Rescue Tools for immediate eligibility in federal purchasing channels, including military, and federal contracting sectors.
“With Berry compliance in place, we are no longer limited to the fire service” said Spencer Howell for Genesis. “We can now compete head-to-head for military and federal contracts that require U.S. sourcing.”
Howell Rescue Systems to Lead Military Sales Channel
Howell Rescue Systems, the exclusive Genesis master distributor for the eastern half of the Unites States, has designated Shay Dortch as Military Sales Representative to oversee federal and defense outreach.
“Shay will be the point of contact for all DoW and U.S. Government procurement teams,” said RJ Snider, VP of Sales for Howell Rescue Systems. “He understands the market, the procurement process, and the operational demands of federal agencies. We are making a commitment to supply our federal agencies with top tier products produces by Genesis Rescue Systems.”
Built in the U.S. for U.S. Missions
Genesis Rescue Tools are engineered and built in the United States, with a proven track record in fire service vehicle extrications, tactical breaching, and superior performance when it’s needed most, aligning closely with the demands of U.S. military and Department of War.
During last week’s SWAT Roundup in Orlando Bushido Tactical offered visitors a look at a prototype breaching tool quiver they had just created. Designed as a backboard with integrated sleeves for two tools such as the hammer and halligan seen here (and pocket for wedges), another version is known as its way as well all with accommodation for a third tool.
Coming soon.
Virginia Beach, VA – 12 August 2025 – LionHeart Alliance, a Virginia Beach-based tactical gear supplier, has been selected as a contract awardee on the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Strategic Tactical Equipment Acquisition and Logistics (STEAL) IDIQ. With a total ceiling of $57.5 million, the award allows LionHeart to support FBI missions with essential tactical equipment—delivered fast and procured without friction.
The STEAL contract is built to simplify the acquisition of mission-critical gear—everything from survival kits and ballistic protection to comms systems, diving equipment, and HAZMAT solutions. It spans a one-year base period with four optional renewals, supporting both urgent needs and long-term programs.
Where LionHeart breaks from the pack is with its customer service, and how it supports the full range of procurement methods embedded in the contract.
“This isn’t just about what we sell—it’s about how agencies can buy it,” said Cody Schneider, FBI Sales Manager of LionHeart Alliance. “Whether it’s a GPC swipe or a contract call order —we make it easy. No red tape. No delays. Just the right gear, ready when it’s needed.”
About LionHeart Alliance
LionHeart Alliance is an operational equipment supplier built for the next generation of government procurement. Based in Virginia Beach, we serve federal agencies, state and local law enforcement departments, and defense professionals across the country—delivering the gear they trust through the channels they actually use.
We don’t build products – we build relationships to solve your equipment problems. Whether you’re buying on GSA, placing a PO, or standing up a multi-year contract, our team knows how to get it done fast, clean, and without excuses. Backed by real-world experience, a curated catalog of high-performance brands, and a no-nonsense approach to service, LionHeart makes procurement frictionless.
With a deep catalog covering:
… and access to thousands of trusted brands, LionHeart is built to deliver—fast, flexible, and fully aligned with the operational tempo of modern mission sets.
Learn more at www.LHAGear.com or contact Sales@LHAGear.com
Sparrows has expanded way beyond lockpicks to add other forms of access devices. Take for instance this fence step displayed last month at Operator Expo in Ottawa.
Rapid Assault Tools had a great exhibit, showing of their Electro-Hydraulic Power Unit (Gen 4).
Housed in a custom FirstSpear pack, this breaching out utilizes a simple two-button control, right on the power line for the tool. There are multiple heads including a long stroke door pusher, 4″ door pusher, bolt cutters, 3 ton spreader, and rebar cutter.
Departments, agencies, and military organizations in Canada can purchase RATools products via Rampart.
Q-Collar manufacturer Q30 sponsored a one-day study of a SWAT Breacher/Blast Training session to determine if the Q-Collar offers protection against blast-induced traumatic brain injury. Twenty-two members of a SWAT team were evaluated, 11 wore the Q-Collar and 11 did not. The study was conducted by a research team from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.
Based on a comparison of EEG activity (which may be an indicator of axonal damage from blast waves), the SWAT members who wore the Q-Collar did not have any changes in the data collected pre-blast exposure compared with the data collected post-blast exposure. The non-collar wearing SWAT members had measurable changes in their EEG data.
Based on a comparison of fMRI data, which measures working memory and auditory network function, the non-collared group has increased MRI activity (comparing pre-blast measurements to post-blast measurements), while those wearing the Q-Collar did not have increased MRI activity. This offers additional evidence of the protection provided by the Q-Collar.
To access this study as well as the Walter Reed Blast Study, click here.
