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Adam Hevey Joins HLC Industries as Vice President of Sales & Business Development

Friday, April 8th, 2022

HLC Industries, a 106 year old military and commercial textile provider, announced today the hiring of Mr. Adam Hevey of Acushnet, MA as Vice President of Sales & Business Development.  

Hevey joins HLC with an extensive background in the textile industry. Most recently, Adam worked directly under the CEO of Brittany Global Technologies. In this role, he was responsible for many aspects of the day-to-day operations and brings a wealth of experience in product quality, business development, and customer support.

“We are very excited to have Adam join our team. Adam’s overall knowledge of the textile industry as well as US government contracting experience will be a great asset to HLC Industries.” said Vincent Salatino, CEO of HLC.

RAMPART Announces Acquisition of XION Protective Gear’s PPE Division

Friday, April 8th, 2022

OTTAWA – April 8th, 2022 – RAMPART International Corp, a leading supplier of operational equipment to Law Enforcement and Military end users, is proud to announce the completed acquisition of the Xion Protective Gear PPE line from Xion Protective Gear.

Xion Protective Gear PPE was established in 2006. Their PPE line of protective base layers can be worn comfortably underneath any uniform or workwear and will protect the user from blunt trauma impact through impact protection technology from D3O®.

From Mike Klein, the founder and President of RAMPART; “The acquisition of the Xion PPE line will allow us to focus on growing the global market for the unique PPE offering, develop generational improvements using new materials and identify new applications for the products”.

RAMPART will be employing its considerable experience and industry presence to offer the product line to customers globally.

While the acquisition is a new change, Rampart and Xion Protective Gear PPE have had a long-standing relationship. “We have been working with RAMPART for many years and are convinced they are the right partner to entrust the future of the Xion PPE branch to in its road to maturity.” wrote Simon Van Lammeren, Managing Director of Xion Protective Gear.

Xion PPE is RAMPART’s first acquisition, Klein commented “Understanding the real-world needs of our customers has been a large part of what has driven Rampart’s success. It will be an exciting opportunity to bring that knowledge directly into the manufacturing process.”

The companies started the process of merging operations and client support logistics in Q1 2022. Going forward Xion Protective Gear PPE will operate singularly under the Rampart company.

MSR Distribution Welcomes New Dealer Specialists

Thursday, April 7th, 2022

MSR Distribution is excited to welcome the latest group of Dealer Specialist to the Sales Team at the MSR call center in Las Vegas, NV.

Wesley Cleland, Brooke Garnick, Robert Swain and Vinessa Nieves all have many years of experience in the customer service, retail and distribution channels.

Ross Botha, General Manager at MSR, told us: “We are very excited to have this latest group of Dealer Specialists join MSR. Their combined experience in customer service, retail and distribution spheres makes valuable additions. This is true not only for MSR, but for our customers and employees too. They have all undergone extensive training to build understanding the product lines we offer and what it takes to get those into the hands of our customers, all the while making sure those relationships with our customers stay mutually beneficial.”

MSR Distribution is a wholesale distributor that sells hard-to-find and highly sought-after products to licensed retailers and specific qualified entities. Every year, countless dealers trust MSR Distribution to help them grow their businesses by providing great products with reliable margins. MSR Dealer Specialists form one of the most important parts in the company. Their core responsibilities are forging financially sustainable and friendly relationships with customers.

They ensure the MSR customer experience is positive and work at sculpting those relationships to their pinnacle.

www.msrdistribution.com

Blaser Group Names Joshua McBrayer Director of Shotgun Programs

Thursday, April 7th, 2022

San Antonio, Texas (April 6, 2022) – Blaser Group is pleased to announce Joshua McBrayer as its Director of Shotgun Programs for North America. McBrayer has spent the past six years working with Blaser Germany, first as International Sales Manager for Blaser in Australia, New Zealand, England, Ireland, Benelux, South America, and the USA. Most recently, he served as Brand Manager for the company in addition to his sales role.

In his new position as Director of Shotgun Programs, McBrayer will be responsible for managing the company’s strong competitive shotgun sports presence, as well as building additional Blaser, Mauser, J.P. Sauer, Liemke, and John Rigby & Co. programs and relationships with consumers and dealers.

“We have worked with Josh for years and are thrilled that he is moving back to the United States and joining our team in San Antonio as Director of Shotgun Programs,” said Jason Evans, CEO, Blaser Group. “Josh has done an outstanding job establishing and managing sales channels and dealer networks on behalf of Blaser throughout the world and building long-term relationships with partners. His proven track record and shotgun expertise make him an invaluable part of our team.”

“I am truly excited to be joining the Blaser Group team in San Antonio as Director of Shotgun Programs,” said McBrayer. “This group is one of the best in the industry, and I look forward to working with them to increase brand awareness and market share for Blaser here in the U.S. After working in the international markets for Blaser for the past six years, I look forward to leveraging my knowledge and experience to build on the already strong reputation of Blaser here at home.”

Born and raised in Birmingham, Ala., McBrayer, a degreed engineer, has spent more than 15-years in major account management. He is a lifelong hunter and an avid shooter.

www.blaser-group.com

ATN Corp Shipping 9K Night and Thermal Optics to Ukraine

Tuesday, April 5th, 2022

ATN Corp. receives expedited approval from US Government Agencies to ship thousands of thermal and night vision optics to the Ukrainian forces.

Shipment of ATN night vision and thermal optics bound for Ukraine.

Doral, Fla. (April 2022) – American Technology Network Company (ATN), an industry leader and innovative producer of Smart Optics for the 21st-century, in addition to night vision and thermal vision products, is pleased to announce shipments of approximately nine-thousand night vision and thermal optics being shipped to Ukrainian forces in an effort to help them in the field.

“It is with great pleasure that we are happy to announce the speedy approval from the State Department and the Department of Commerce, along with the requisite licensing, for the purposes of shipping almost nine-thousand night vision and thermal scopes and handheld optics for Ukrainian forces,” Marc Vayn, founder of ATN, Chairman, and CMO stated. “ATN has committed to making an unprecedented effort in this endeavor and is committed to shipping these units in the shortest time. Night optics are critical to the successful defense of Ukraine from the Russian invaders, and we are confident this will be a large step in improving the capabilities of the Ukrainian forces in the field.”

Included in the upcoming shipment is the ATN BinoX 4T, the Smart HD thermal binocular with laser rangefinder. The BinoX is a 4th generation bino with an ultra-sensitive sensor, 60 Hz with dual-core. It can record video, as well as several color palettes in black/hot and white/hot, as well as color modes, and with the press of a button, acquire range to target. The integrated laser rangefinder targets distances up to 1,000 y/m day or night.

Another product on its way to the Ukrainian forces is the ATN PS31-3 Night Vision Goggles. An essential piece of combat technology, the ATN PS31-3 is a dual night vision goggle system that has become a standard for operators and tactical units around the globe. New enhanced capabilities are found in the new design of the binoculars night vision device (BNVD), and its enhanced field of view (FOV) – now at 50 degrees, giving a tactical team a superior advantage in the field.

“Additional night vision and thermal products are also included in this shipment, all providing a tactical edge for the Ukrainian troops,” James Munn, CEO of ATN and US Army Veteran, added. “Since the outbreak of this travesty, ATN has worked tirelessly to provide safety for our employees in the war zone, as well as committing almost half a million dollars through various donation platforms to help the Ukrainian troops and people.”

Vayn, leading ATN efforts from the facility in Bulgaria, responded with gratitude to Florida (R-FL-25) Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart. “These invaluable shipments, however, would not be possible, but for the assistance of a great number of our friends and well-wishers, with a special thank you given to our Honorable Congressman, Mario Diaz-Balart. Thank you for helping to cut the time of the normal bureaucracy to a bare minimum. We, and the Ukrainian people, owe you a debt of gratitude.”

To learn more about ATN and see the full details of ATN’s products, visit www.atncorp.com or call 1- 800-910-2862, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM PST. You can also find ATN on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram.

Scott Nelson Joins Serket as Category Sales Manager

Tuesday, April 5th, 2022

Eugene, OR–Serket, builders of intelligent clothing and equipment systems for the military and law enforcement communities, has announced the addition of Scott Nelson to their core sales team.

Scott brings nearly a decade-long career in military sales representing premier brands in the personal issue equipment space. In addition, he is a veteran of four tours in support of OIF, OEF, and OIR.

“Serket is thrilled to have Scott bring his talents to our team,” said Serket President, Trey Harris. “Scott has an excellent reputation in this industry and is known for his integrity, technical expertise, and customer-centric ethos. In addition, he’s a great guy and we are excited to get to work with him every day.”

Scott will be Serket’s category sales manager for U.S. Army, National Guard and Reserves, and Federal Law Enforcement.

MSR Distribution Welcomes New Buyer, Christopher Thomas

Monday, April 4th, 2022

MSR Distribution announced that Christopher Thomas has joined their team as Buyer. Christopher has several years’ experience in the defense industry specializing in retail and distribution channels. He is a recent transplant from the Mid-West and now call Las Vegas home.

Says Christopher: “In my experience, I have grown to understand that this market is more than just competitive. My philosophy is to do my best to treat our vendors with the respect I expect as a customer …. I buy with care and manage each brand we bring on as if they were my own.”

Ross Botha, General Manager at MSR, told us: “We are very excited to have Christopher onboard, extensive experience in retail and distribution spheres makes him an asset; not only to MSR, but to our vendors and employees too. He understands the product lines and what it takes to get those into the hands of our customers.”

MSR Distribution is a wholesale distributor that sells hard-to-find and highly sought-after products to licensed retailers and specific qualified entities. Every year, countless dealers trust MSR Distribution to help them grow their businesses by providing great products with reliable margins. Chris will form an integral part of forging sustainable and mutually beneficial relationships with vendors. He will play a critical role in developing the MSR vendor experience and sculpting future relationships with them.

www.msrdistribution.com

Kimber Donates Handguns and Rifles to Ukraine

Monday, April 4th, 2022

TROY, AL, March 30, 2022 — Kimber Mfg., Inc. donated 200 handguns and 20 rifles to the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces of Ukraine, to bolster their capabilities in this time of conflict.

Throughout this conflict, the Ukrainian people have inspired the world with their courage and determination, which inspired the Kimber team to find a way to help. Kimber answered by providing 200 R7 Mako 9mm subcompact pistols with 800 extra 13-round magazines, 10 Advanced Tactical rifles in .308 Win., and 10 bolt-action rifles in .308 Win. Each rifle contains 2 magazines and a matched replacement firing pin assembly.

Mission First Tactical (MFT) donated holsters for the R7 Mako pistols and Tactical Rifle Cases. In addition, MFT also donated 3,300 AR-15 magazines and 1,000 AR-10 magazines.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. (Leupold) donated 20 Mark 4 LR/T 3.5-10×40 rifle scopes, which were paired and installed on each of the 20 Kimber rifles.

“The people of Ukraine are enduring tremendous hardships and are in need of support from around the world,” said Leslie Edelman, Kimber owner and CEO. “Kimber is honored to play a part in providing this much-needed assistance with the donation of these firearms and accessories. Our hearts and prayers go out to the courageous people who will be using them to defend their freedom and nation.”