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Thomas Homberg Named CEO of Mehler Vario System Group; Also Managing Director of Mehler Vario System GmbH

Wednesday, August 17th, 2022

FULDA, GERMANY (15 Aug. 2022)—Thomas Homberg has been chosen to serve as CEO of Mehler Vario System Group, Europe‘s market leader for ballistic protection and carrying systems, platform and vehicle protection, and tactical equipment and clothing.

His appointment to the top leadership position took effect at the beginning of August. Homberg also assumed the title of Managing Director of Mehler Vario System GmbH, which he now jointly heads with Dr. Mario Amschlinger.

Homberg brings to his new roles extensive military, defence, and security industry experience. A former German Armed Forces paratroop commander who also received German and French General Staff Service training, Homberg has held board and managing director positions in the European MBDA Group and served as Head of Group Strategy for the Airbus Group.

“I am very much looking forward to my new duties,” Homberg said. “Mehler Vario System Group is a leader in the market and has highly competent teams with decades of experience. Developing the best equipment for those who daily guarantee our safety is an enormous incentive and motivation for me.”

Homberg took the reins after now-former CEO and Managing Director Siegfried Will departed to begin his planned retirement. Will had been with the company 37 years.

Mehler Vario System (MVS) is a globally active group headquartered in Fulda, Germany. Together, the companies of the Group manufacture protection and carrying systems for police, military, and special forces. MVS also is a partner with the German Armed Forces for procurement of the new Modular Ballistic Protection and Carrying Equipment Soldier (MOBAST).

For more than 40 years, the group’s companies have produced protective waistcoats, shields, equipment bags, helmets, and impact and body protection equipment. Additionally, they make an extensive range of high-end protection, carrying, and clothing products that include hard- and soft-ballistic elements as well as bullet, stab, and impact protection.

The Mehler Vario System Group is active in over 40 countries. It is widely recognized as a reliable and innovative partner of the military as well as of national and international security authorities.

For more information about Mehler Vario System, visit: www.m-v-s.com

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KGM Technologies Ranks No. 27 on the 2022 Inc 5000 Annual List

Wednesday, August 17th, 2022

Number 1 in manufacturing
Among America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

NEW YORK, August 16, 2022 – Today, Inc. revealed that KGM Technologies is No. 27 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

“We are honored that our hard-working employees have been recognized for their extraordinary effort over the last three years” said Richard Cope, CEO of KGM Technologies. “Our amazing team has demonstrated that manufacturing in America is not only possible but profitable.”

KGM Technologies is the largest designer and manufacturer of weapon suppressors in the country. We are protecting the hearing of shooters everywhere and significantly enhancing the capability of our war-fighters. Our patented technologies and advanced manufacturing methods have allowed KGM to set the new standard of suppression. Additional information can be found at www.kgm-tech.com

The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144 percent. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.

Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, which will be available on August 23.

“The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated,” says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. “Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today.”

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Smith & Wesson CEO Issues Statement on Anti-Gun Rhetoric

Tuesday, August 16th, 2022

Smith & Wesson President & CEO Mark Smith issued the following statement:

“A number of politicians and their lobbying partners in the media have recently sought to disparage Smith & Wesson. Some have had the audacity to suggest that after they have vilified, undermined and defunded law enforcement for years, supported prosecutors who refuse to hold criminals accountable for their actions, overseen the decay of our country’s mental health infrastructure, and generally promoted a culture of lawlessness, Smith & Wesson and other firearm manufacturers are somehow responsible for the crime wave that has predictably resulted from these destructive policies. But they are the ones to blame for the surge in violence and lawlessness, and they seek to avoid any responsibility for the crisis of violence they have created by attempting to shift the blame to Smith & Wesson, other firearm manufacturers and law-abiding gun owners.

It is no surprise that the cities suffering most from violent crime are the very same cities that have promoted irresponsible, soft-on-crime policies that often treat criminals as victims and victims as criminals. Many of these same cities also maintain the strictest gun laws in the nation. But rather than confront the failure of their policies, certain politicians have sought more laws restricting the 2nd Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens, while simultaneously continuing to undermine our institutions of law and order. And to suppress the truth, some now seek to prohibit firearm manufacturers and supporters of the 2nd Amendment from advertising products in a manner designed to remind law-abiding citizens that they have a Constitutional right to bear arms in defense of themselves and their families.

To be clear, a Smith & Wesson firearm has never broken into a home; a Smith & Wesson firearm has never assaulted a woman out for a late-night run in the city; a Smith & Wesson firearm has never carjacked an unsuspecting driver stopped at a traffic light.

Instead, Smith & Wesson provides these citizens with the means to protect themselves and their families.

We are proud of our 170-year history. We are proud of the commitment of our employees to making a quality product. We are proud to provide law-abiding citizens and law enforcement – our customers – with the tools to provide for their security and independence. We are proud of our responsible business practices.

We will continue to work alongside law enforcement, community leaders and lawmakers who are genuinely interested in creating safe neighborhoods. We will engage those who genuinely seek productive discussions, not a means of scoring political points. We will continue informing law-abiding citizens that they have a Constitutionally-protected right to defend themselves and their families. We will never back down in our defense of the 2nd Amendment.”

– Mark Smith, President & CEO

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Michael Hefner Joins Geissele Automatics as President

Tuesday, August 16th, 2022

Geissele Automatics is pleased to announce that Michael Hefner is joining our Team as our new President.

Geissele now has 250,000 sqft. of manufacturing space filled with over 135 CNC machines and is preparing for future growth in many facets of the Defense Industry. Mike will take over many of the day to day operations and will work directly with founder Bill in shaping the future of the company.

“I am beyond excited to lead this exceptional organization. Bill and I have discussed many plans and future defense product launches for Geissele Automatics and maybe even a few surprise direction shifts.”

– Mike Hefner

Mike spent 24 years in the US Army, most of which as a Tier One Operator in an SMU. His Army career culminated as a Sergeant Major working in RDT&E and procuring weapon systems and armaments for USASOC. Mike and Bill first met during this time and their first project was bringing the now famous Geissele SSF/SSA triggers into the US Military. There ate many other successful projects that the duo collaborated on prior to Mike’s retirement from the Army in December of 2014.

After military retirement, Mike helped develop suppressors and explosive ignition systems for CGS group. More recently, Mike was President at ZEV Technologies.

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Langdon Tactical Partners with Heckler & Koch

Tuesday, August 9th, 2022

(Phoenix, AZ) – Langdon Tactical renowned for their second-to-none trigger jobs and the lowest RDO mounting solution available for Beretta 92s, have partnered with the illustrious Heckler & Koch (HK) to bring Langdon customizations to the P30 and P2000 series of pistols.

With over 200 options to choose from, the LTT P30 lineup will be infinitely customizable to every shooter’s needs and preference. The line-up will include the P30, P30L, and P30SK all in DA/SA and LEM options, along with the California compliant P2000 model in DA/SA.

“We are incredibly excited to bring this project to market” says Aimee Langdon, Vice President “a ton of time, R&D, and hard work went into making this happen, and we are pleased to finally debut these extraordinary pistols!”

Along with the new pistol line up, Langdon will also be offering custom work on existing P30s and P2000s, including their now famous Low RDO solution, night sights, and the LTT trigger job with multiple options for pull weight.

Check out all of Langdon’s HK custom pistols and the full line up of LTT products at www.LangdonTactical.com.

To keep up to date with all things Langdon Tactical, follow LTT (@LangdonTactical) on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook.

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B&T USA Partners with MSR Distribution

Monday, August 8th, 2022

Tampa, FL (August 7, 2022) – B&T USA adds firearms supplier MSR Distribution to its network of distribution partners. MSR Distribution will provide B&T USA’s diverse product line to its growing network of retailers.

“MSR Distribution has established itself as a well-respected reseller of top-tier firearms and accessories” said Jon Scott Vice President of Sales, B&T USA. “We continue to forge strong relationships with our existing network of dealers and distributors; our partnership with MSR Distribution furthers that reach by ensuring B&T’s products are more accessible to our growing base of customers.”

“The B&T brand possesses an outstanding pedigree that positions it at the very top of the market segments it chooses to compete within, and we’re excited to offer our vendors the opportunity to carry such a high-quality, technologically advanced product line relied upon by professionals around the globe” said Ross Botha General Manager, MSR Distribution.

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Silencer Central Announces Attendance at 2022 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

Thursday, August 4th, 2022

Sioux Falls, South Dakota – August 3, 2022 – Silencer Central, America’s largest silencer dealer, will attend the 2022 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and pre-rally events in Sturgis, South Dakota, beginning August 2. Silencer Central will be present at three locations throughout the event.

“The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally has become a tradition for Silencer Central,” said Brandon Maddox, CEO of Silencer Central. “The raucous energy of the rally is incredible and there’s no better place for us to interact with so many of our customers and future customers. And this year, we’ll be bringing a Polaris General XP 1000 that will be topped with a FN M249, which is sure to be popular with attendees.”

The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and its pre-rally festivities are an annual tradition that peaks with 10 Days and Nights of riding, street food, and live music performances. More than 50,000 riders, music fans and attendees make the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally a one-of-a-kind event.

Silencer Central will be at the following locations:

• The Rally at Exit 55—July 30 – August 13

• One Eyed Jack’s—August 2-14

• Full Throttle Saloon—August 3-14

• Sturgis Buffalo Chip—August 5-14

• GUNFEST located at Sturgis Buffalo Chip—August 5-7

The Polaris General XP 1000 with its FN M249 SAW will be at Silencer Central’s One Eyed Jack’s location for the duration of the show.

Silencer Central delivers silencers directly to customers in the 42 states where silencers are legal. The shipping process has revolutionized the way suppressors are sold and allows for customers to streamline their purchasing experience by cutting out unnecessary hurdles to silencer ownership.

Customers can buy direct from Silencer Central onsite at the Rally. For more information, call 888-781-8778 or visit SilencerCentral.com.

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Sensor Specialist HENSOLDT Strengthens Commitment to Training

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022

Number of apprenticeships doubled

Ulm, 1 August 2022 – The sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT is strengthening its commitment to training for high-tech professions. At the start of the training year on 1 September, the company increased the number of training positions for apprentices and dual students at its Ulm site by another 20 percent from 192 last year to 234. The sensor specialist has thus doubled the number of apprenticeships since it was founded in 2017.

“The security of the future is increasingly determined by high technology, and thus by electronics, software and artificial intelligence,” says Peter Fieser, Chief Human Resources Officer at HENSOLDT AG. “That is why we at HENSOLDT take responsibility for the training of these specialists and thereby ensure our success. We practice this sustainable action in the interest of society and in the interest of our customers, who together with HENSOLDT take responsibility for a secure future. ”

In total, interested parties can choose from 78 training and study places in 18 professions of the future. In the dual study programmes, HENSOLDT focuses on the future fields of system engineering, embedded systems, data science and business engineering. Among the apprenticeships, the focus is on electronics technicians for devices and systems and industrial mechanics. In this way, the company will open up a professional future for more than 200 young people in particularly attractive, technologically promising occupational fields.

In the course of the apprenticeship or the dual study programme, HENSOLDT actively supports stays abroad, for example at the company locations in England, France or South Africa, as well as cross-location departmental rotations.

“After successful completion, all junior HENSOLDTians receive a permanent employment contract,” affirms training manager Werner Stockburger. “In order to ensure a smooth transfer to the specialist area that best matches the interests and skills of the trainees, they are given extensive insights into a wide variety of areas during their training and have the choice between a wide range of further training and development opportunities,” Stockburger adds.

HENSOLDT has already received several awards for its commitment to training, such as ‘Germany’s best trainers’ 2021 (Capital), Germany’s most attractive IT training company 2022 (Chip), SchuleWirtschaft Preis 2021 (Institut der Deutschen Wirtschaft/Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft). Many young professionals choose HENSOLDT because the company offers a wide range of career and development opportunities, such as extra-occupational support for Master’s students, even after their training or dual study programme.

At HENSOLDT’s Ulm site, around 3,000 employees are involved in the development and production of radars and electronic reconnaissance systems. A great many of these are engineers and technicians.

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