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Ghillie Suit Base Layer

Sunday, May 31st, 2009

PEO-Soldier is finalizing an improved Ghillie Suit Accessory Kit which for the first time, has included a Base Layer garment. Designed by Crye, the Base Layer, according to a PEO-Soldier briefing, provides “fire resistance as well as improved counter-surveillance protection, protection from flame and thermal threats, increased mobility and agility, increased multi-system operability, and anti-odor/anti-microbial properties.”

Of course this begs the question; is this an indictment of UCP? If snipers require superior camouflage why is it Multicam and not UCP?

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FREE Contract Award

Friday, April 17th, 2009

The US Army has awarded ADS Inc of Virginia Beach, VA a contract for the new Fire Resistant Environmental Ensemble (FREE). ADS will lead a team of over ten U.S. technical garment manufacturers and technical textile companies to produce and supply the versatile, multi-layer, 17-component system for fielding this year.

The U.S. Army’s Program Executive Office, Product Manager, Clothing and Individual Equipment (PM-CIE) awarded this indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract consisting of a base year and three additional option years. If all contract options are exercised the total contract value will exceed $1 billion.

FREE is designed specifically for aviation and combat vehicle crewmen, and utilizes advanced textile technologies in a range of garments, from lightweight base layers to weather-protecting outerwear. Contractors include Barrier-Wear, Massif, Darn Tough Vermont, Polartec and London Bridge.

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MICH Helmet Balaclava

Wednesday, April 15th, 2009

Designed specifically for wear with a helmet, the Eagle Balaclava features a NomexÂ® skull cap area to eliminate hot spots and the remainder the material is fashioned from Dri Fire also used by Crye The balaclava also has an elastic adjustment and there are button holes on both sides of the mouth to accommodate boom microphones or Communications and Ear Protection wires.

The Balaclava is available directly from Eagle Industries.

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Odor Eating Underwear on the International Space Station

Monday, March 23rd, 2009

I don’t know how we missed this. Japanese Astronaut Koichi Wakata is testing a new style of space-aged odor eating underwear during his stay on the ISS. The current garment must be changed every three days but the test item is designed to last a whopping seven days. Additionally, the wicking garment has FR properties.

So, they prevent stink for up to seven days, wick sweat, AND are FR? Sounds like heaven.

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Propper Releases New ACUs

Tuesday, March 10th, 2009

FR ACUs
Propper has just released a new Army Combat Uniform constructed to military specification GL/PD 07-13 with Defenderâ„¢ M, a flame-resistant, combat fabric used by the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps. It exceeds ASTM D 6413-99 flame resistance standards and not only self-extinguishes but will not melt or drip. The FR ACU contains Lenzing FRÂ® which absorbs and evaporates perspiration faster for maximum comfort. Includes square marker on the left sleeve and left cargo pocket to identify a fire-resistant garment in the operational theater.

Coat and Trouser Available (Patches and nametapes not included)

NO FLY Zone ACUs
The No-Fly Zoneâ„¢ ACU is constructed to military specification GL/PD 07-14 and treated with the active ingredient Permethrin, a man-made insecticide that effectively repels mosquitoes, ants, chiggers, flies and midges. It offers 99% protection over an 8-hour period (when combined with 35% DEET on exposed areas of the skin.) Registered with the EPA and tested by the U.S. Military. Permethrin remains effective for 25 launderings.

Coat, Trouser, and Cap Available (Patches and nametapes not included)

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Propper Goes FR at SHOT Show

Tuesday, January 13th, 2009

It looks like FR is the “in thing” for this year’s SHOT Show and Propper is sure to satisfy. In addition to their commercial FRACU (Fire-Resistant Army Combat Uniform), they will be unveiling Fire Resistant System (FRS) from Adventure Tech.

Additionally, Propper continues to innovate with the No Fly ZoneÂ® Army Combat Uniform â€œApparel That Repels Insectsâ€, AF APECS and GEN II ECWCS manufactured in the Dominican Republic and a cool and comfortable 100% Cotton ABU (Airman Battle Uniform).

Last but not least Propper will showcase their popular Advanced Protective Combat Uniform (APCU). I have been using the Level V Jacket and Trousers in Multicam for about two months now and they are both comfortable and durable. In fact the entire line was developed as an improved alternative to the issue PCU. To purchase APCU contact US Cav.

Be sure to visit Propper at Booth number 8877.

For more information on any of Propper’s line visit them on the web at www.propper.com.

Photo of Level V courtesy of US Cav.

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Anson Tactical ATLAS SF Assault System

Wednesday, December 17th, 2008

In addition to the PSD Nomex suit we recently wrote about Anson Tactical also offers an FR outer garment for Police and Military intervention operations.

Manufactured from FR Nomex III, the suits feature Kevlar reinforcement patches on knees, elbows, and groin. There is also an integral hood with ID holder with window on rear, flap neck closure with Velcro fastening. The ID holders with windows are found on each sleeve. The coveralls have knitted inner collar and wrist and elasticated waist band. Manufactured in the UK, the ATLAS SF Assault System is in use with European Special Forces and Police Intervention teams.

Garments are custom built based on user requirements and pricing is dependent on quantity, material weight, and pocket options. The suits are available in Black, Dark Navy Blue, Desert Sand, and Olive Green.

More information is available here and here.

Photo from Anson Tactical.

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Nomex PSD Uniform from Anson Tactical

Tuesday, December 9th, 2008

ATLAS – Nomex PSD Uniform – Smock and Trouser Set

The ATLAS smock and trouser set is a simple affair manufactured from fire resistant 180gsm Nomex III. The smock is an over the head design with a chest-mounted front map pocket and two side pockets, drawstring waist and hood, velcro adjustable cuffs and front closure, FFD sleeve pocket, and velcro for name tapes. The trousers are based on the BDU design with two side cargo pockets, slash pockets, belt loops, reinforced seat and knees as well as drawstring hems.

The uniform is available in Desert Sand, Olive Green, Black, and Blue and company logos can be added if required. There has been some discussion of specialized camo patterns being offered in the future.

It is available from Anson Tactical in the UK.

Photo from Anson Tactical.

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