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Xtreme-Comfortâ„¢ ACH Combat Helmet Browband from BQM

Monday, November 24th, 2008

Many Soldiers complained about the issue pad system for the ACH being non-absorbent and in some cases painful. BQM listened and came up with a one piece brow pad to combat sweat and provide even pressure around the forehead. Backed with velcro, the Browband locks into place.

XTREME-COMFORTâ„¢ ACH COMBAT HELMET BROWBAND

Lined with Coolmax® Dacron® the pad is comfortable and sweat is transferred into the Microbisoftâ„¢ hydrophilic foam core, a “breathable” 3/8” thick antimicrobial foam with an embedded polymer that features high moisture vapor transmission and absorption. Additionally, a Silver-ion treatment provides anti-bacterial and anti-fungal protection to reduce odors.

XTREME-COMFORTâ„¢ ACH COMBAT HELMET BROWBAND

To order go to www.brigadeqm.com.

Photos from BQM. Please note that the Browpad has not been approved for airborne operations.

PT Helmets – Alpha Model

Wednesday, November 5th, 2008

PT Helmets A-Alpha

For years unit life support shops have been modifying skate board helmets for use as bump helmets during activities such as CQB, maritime, and airborne operations. Modifications can be costly as well as have varying degrees of success. PT Helmets does the work for you with the Alpha helmet which they manufacture specifically for special DOD customers. The shell has the same tensile strength as a hard hat and the impact liner is designed for airborne operations. The crown pad is also removable as the helmet is designed to accommodate communications systems. In fact, excess material over the ears is removable in order to custom fit large ear cups.

PT Helmets Alpha Liner

The Alpha helmet comes standard with an integral goggle retention strap at the back of the helmet. Additionally, the helmet has a four point suspension with a nape pad that is similar to the MICH. This makes the helmet not only a more effective platform for NVGs but also safer for activities such as airborne operations. You can utilize the chin cup for a more secure fit or attach the strap under the chin when wearing protective masks. The chin strap is mounted using non-corrosive Black zinc Phillips head bolts.

PT Helmets Alpha

The helmet is available with optional velcro panels as well as removable MIL-STD 1913 rails. Also, the helmets are pre-drilled for both the Navy three hole pattern or Army one hole pattern NVG mount.

PT Helmets Alpha - OD

They are available on OD, Desert Tan, and Black non-reflective matte finishes. However, they are ready for paint right out of the box. To order contact PT Helmets. They are a very cost effective alternative to doing in house mods.

PT Helmets Alpha Model in Use

Photos courtesy of PT Helmets.

Wilcox Industries MHRS Type Classified

Monday, October 27th, 2008

Wilcox Industries

Wilcox’s Mission Helmet Recording System (MHRS) has been type classified as the AN/PSH-6 (Portable Special Recording Device according to the Joint Electronics Type Designation System) and assigned NSN: 5836-01-565-0663. We previously wrote about the MHRS in July. Since then some incremental improvements have been made to the system and it has been type classified. Type classification is a boon to organizations that rely extensively on the federal stock system to order equipment as they can use an NSN which seriously streamlines procurements.

Wilcox Industries MHRS

The camera module now mounts to Wilcox’s Dashboard Assembly, their new mounting plate. The Dashboard Assembly is the key to Wilcox’s modularity as it accepts the camera as well as NVGs and attaches to both one and three hole helmets.

For more information and a list of retailers contact Wilcox Industries.

Photos courtesy of Wilcox Industries. Export of this product is regulated by the US Department of State in accordance with guidelines of “International Traffic Arms Regulation (ITAR)” per Title 22, Code of Federal Regulations,
Parts 121-128.

Cadex Defence NOD Mount

Tuesday, October 21st, 2008

Cadex Defence

Recently we began to introduce our readership to the Canadian firm, Cadex Defence. As we alluded to in that article, Cadex makes a wide variety of products. In fact, their “7-inch Hook” designed for climbing was featured on Defense News’ AUSA Blog. Although still somewhat rare, Cadex manufactures a NOD Mount that is in use by some of our country’s most elite forces.

CADEX Defence NOD Mount

Flexibility was the key when the mount was designed. Since it is a strap based design it will work with a variety of helmets. Additionally, it will accept both bayonet and dove tail brackets and is designed to accept external battery packs or counter weights on the rear of the mount.

Cadex NVG Mount

The mount allows the operator to adjust the tension of the flip up mount preventing the NODs from falling down when in the up position.

Go to Cadex Defence to check out their line of products. Most of their products aren’t on their site so if you have specialist requirements it is best to contact them directly.

BAE Corona Pictures

Saturday, October 11th, 2008

BAE’s Corona was on prominent display at AUSA. Finally, pictures reveal the intricate detail of the Corona design.

BAE Corona Front

BAE Corona

BAE Corona Back

The blue cast on the pictures is from the booth’s mood lighting. I suppose it was to help you envision the future. Speaking of future, below is a photo of a BAE conceptual helmet with one of the shell panels removed in order to demonstrate the construction.
BAE Concept Helmet

Norotos Releases New Mount

Monday, July 28th, 2008

Norotos AKA2 HMA MountNorotos AKA2 HMA Mount

Norotos just released the new AKA2 HMA mount, their latest in an evolutionary family of helmet mounts for Night Vision Goggles. The AKA2 was developed by Norotos using Internal R&D Dollars and not to satisfy a Government solicitation. Their goal was reduce NVG “wobble” to almost zero. The second goal was to develop a “universal” mount. As most of our readers know there are currently three types of mounts to attach NVGs to helmets: 1-hole, 3-Hole and Ratchet Strap. This will help control manufacturing costs and assist the end-user who may change Night Vision Systems during a rotation to theater.

Norotos AKA2 HMA Mount
Using two different sockets the AKA2 HMA mount is compatible with PVS-7 and PVS-14 as well as the PVS-15, PVS-18, and PVS-21. The sockets can be swapped out at the touch of a button. In addition to its versatility, the mount also features vertical adjustment, tilt adjustment, and eye relief.

Norotos Universal Shroud
The Universal Shroud can be fitted to a MICH/ACH, LWH, or CVC in three different ways:
1. Navy-style 3-hole
2. Army-style 1 hole
3. Optional ratchet strap

For more information contact Norotos.

Wilcox Industries Mission Helmet Record System

Monday, July 7th, 2008

Wilcox Industries

“Modular by Design” is Wilcox Industries’ motto and none of the products in their impressive line has exemplified this trait more than the new Mission Helmet Record System. Designed for units that need to record vital mission data, such as information collected on a Sensitive Site Exploitation raid, the MHRS integrates both day and night cameras to record up to 8 hours of video.

Wilcox Mission Helmet Record System

Best illustrated in the pic below, the MHRS consists of the following components:
– NVG Mount
– Mini Daytime camera with 3 LED Light System
– Recording Module w/ 8 Gb Compact Flash Drive
– Modular Power Track
– Power Supply Module
– NVG Lanyard System
– AN/PVS-15/17 Eyecup Interface with Prism and Mini Night-time Camera
– Microphone

Wilcox Mission Helmet Record System

The system may be configured with all of the components or a combination best suited to the mission and will fit any standard helmet including the SOF and Gunfighter cuts. The entire camera and light package fits behind the night vision mount and the onboard LED light allows the wearer to choose from IR, blue, and white light. The Modular Power Track accepts a variety of accessories including IFF devices as well as extra Power Supply Modules.

Wilcox Power Supply Module

The Power Supply Modules come in standard size accommodating two A123 batteries and extended mission which holds four A123s. They utilize the same plug as the AN/PRC-148 battery pack which can come in very handy.

Wilcox has recently made a concerted effort to expand their network of distributors in order to reach out to a larger audience.

For more info contact Wilcox Industries.

SOD – Helmet Cover

Tuesday, July 1st, 2008

SOD Helmet Cover

SOD is an Italian company that combines the attention to detail of a fine Italian tailor with the needs of a Soldier.

SOD Helmet Cover - Top

Probably the first thing that everyone who sees SOD’s products notices are the little touches. In the picture you can clearly see that the velcro pile is Multicam.

SOD Helmet Cover - Goggle Retention Strap

Additionally, the goggle retention strap utilizes a brass fastener as well as Multicam print webbing.

SOD Helmet Cover - Front
These aren’t knock-offs of Crye’s designs, everything SOD does is a refinement of Crye Precision’s original styles. Those of you familiar with Crye’s Future Force Warrior helmet cover will recognize the reinforced material at the front of the cover. SOD produces kit for the Italian Special Operations Forces and constantly tweaks their products based on the operational experience of their customers.

SOD Helmet Cover - Pocket

SOD has also incorporated a pocket with dummy cord loop for battery packs and NOD counter-weights as well as channels for power cables.

In addition to the ever popular Multicam, most of SOD’s line is availabe in Tan as well as Vegetate Woodland and Desert camo patterns. This is truly the high end of Soldier Systems. If you appreciate well thought out equipment with the extra touch, then check out SOD.

They can be purchased from SOD.