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SEAMS announce collaborative efforts in response to need for suppliers of Covid-19 PPE products

Wednesday, March 25th, 2020

“We are all in this together”

SEAMS, The Association and Voice for the US Sewn Products Industry for more than 50 years has announced a community program for manufacturers to respond to the Covid-19 pandemic. SEAMS and its members have pulled together as a strong community to pitch in and help not only their members but the entire industry in a time of crisis where our country is experiencing shortages of medical products and loss of capacity to keep the supply chain strong.

“The U.S. based supply chain remains an important infrastructure in our country to support our communities, partners and upmost our consumers and their families. This Covid-19 outbreak has and will continue to impact us all and SEAMS, which is built on a foundation of sharing, supporting and empathy is here for our members, our industry and our nation”, states Will Duncan, Executive Director of SEAMS. “First and foremost, we hope our industry, their employees and families are safe and healthy.”

SEAMS announced this week, a program to provide open capacity to help manufacturers in need where their own factories were closed or could not meet production requirements. The program had an overwhelming response from members and non-members willing to pitch in and support the industry as a whole. The US government and Healthcare Industry are looking for assistance to produce necessary medical products and once again the association stands ready to leverage a strong network to assist.

Duncan continued stating “SEAMS is working on behalf of the industry and country to help bring organization to the difficult task of aligning PPE sourcing agents with PPE supply chains. We are working in concert with NCTO, INDA, and IFAI to help establish a greater organization to the process. We are also working with the Manufacturing Solutions Center and large brands to provide these greatly needed PPE products.”

If you are looking for suppliers for the following list of products or would like to join with your own resources during this pandemic, SEAMS would like to hear from you. Please contact them via email at nkinder@seams.org or call 803.642.1111.

List of PPE Products SEAMS Members Can Supply:

A) N95 Face Masks

B) Surgical Masks

C) Surgical Gowns

D) Scrub Suits/Gowns

E) Coveralls/Apron

F) Disposable Head Cover/Hats/Caps

G) Disposable Shoe Cover

H) Cloth Washable Masks

I) Sanitizing Wipes

J) Hospital Linens

K) Tents

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OSS Suppressors Hires Steven Digregorio for International Sales

Wednesday, March 25th, 2020

Millcreek UT March 24, 2020 – OSS Suppressors LLC is pleased to announce that Steven DiGregorio has joined the company in the position of Sr. International Business Development & Sales Manager. He comes to OSS with key industry experience most recently as International Government & OEM Sales Manager at optics company Leupold & Stevens Inc.

“I’m excited to join the OSS sales team and build upon my experience at Leupold” said the former US Marine. “I know well the International and OEM customer, and increasingly they are requiring the proven performance of OSS Flow-Through® suppressors for their elite military and special forces rifle programs.”

In his new position, DiGregorio will report to Dennis Cunningham, Director – Government and International Sales. “Steven is a truly great addition to the OSS team,” said Mr. Cunningham. “His ability to build relationships and drive results for OEMs and partners is unmatched, and he’ll be leading OSS’s ongoing development and expansion of our international business.”

“With OSS’s patented Flow-Through suppressors being selected for critical military programs like CSASS and SDMR, major OEMs partnering with OSS for contract submissions, and the industry acknowledging the negative effects of toxic gas blowback, Steven is joining the OSS team at the right time to help achieve our goals” added John Spurrier, CEO.

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MSP Design Group Will Fast Track Your Signage Needs

Tuesday, March 24th, 2020

Va Beach-based MSP Design Group is committed to help businesses communicate to their customers during these trying times. We are still operational and shipping signs, promotional materials with in 2 business days.

• Custom apparel designed and produced in our local production facility

• Unique branded products and merchandise, hand-picked for your brand with the best pricing available

• Fast-turnaround on signage, magnets, decals, and more to drive customers to your business

Shipping nationwide!

Call to order 1-833-978-0076

Info@mspdesigngroup.com

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American Holoptics Press Release Regarding EOTech Acquisition

Tuesday, March 24th, 2020

American Holoptics to Acquire EOTech from L3Harris Technologies

Ann Arbor, Michigan (March 24, 2020) – American Holoptics LLC™, a privately-held U.S. company, has signed a definitive agreement with L3Harris™ to acquire EOTech®.The transaction is expected to close mid-2020 and is conditioned on customary closing conditions. American Holoptics is a subsidiary of Koucar Management, whose strategic acquisitions of Elite Defense® and HEL Technologies™ represent a solid foundation of cutting-edge optical science and weapons systems distribution. The American Holoptics leadership team has an exceptionally broad and deep experience providing high-quality products to the global weapons accessory market. In addition, this team has a proven track record of building customer-first and technology-focused organizations. “We’re proud to sign this agreement to join our team and technology with the EOTech brand,” says Matt Van Haaren, CEO of American Holoptics. “EOTech brings together technologically advanced product lines and production capabilities that will integrate well with our existing business and strategically expand our product portfolio. Together we will deliver an all-new level of service, innovation, and integrity to military, law enforcement and civilian users around the world.”

WWW.AMERICANHOLOPTICS.COM

About EOTech®
Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, EOTech designs, manufactures and markets electro-optical products, VUDU rifle optics, thermal devices, and night vision systems. Due to its advanced technology, EOTECH Holographic Weapon Sights (HWS) are among the fastest and most intuitive sighting systems on the planet. This is exactly why you’ll find them on the weapons of America’s most elite law enforcement professionals and special operations warriors. You’ll immediately see the advantage the instant you engage a target. www.eotech-inc.com

About Elite Defense®
Headquartered in Clawson, MI, Elite Defense LLC is a distributor and regulatory compliance manager for over 170 international partners in the small arms weapons and tactical equipment markets. Since its founding in 2007, Elite has represented many of the most sought-after and well-known brands in the industry. Elite has been EOTech’s largest customer in its international sales history and will bring that expertise with it as a member of the American Holoptics team. www.elitedefense.com

About HEL Technologies™
Headquartered in Clawson, MI, HEL Technologies LLC was formed to continue, and complete holographic R&D. HEL Technologies has developed and secured 4 patents related to its Holographic Edge Lighting design that will bring game-changing innovations to the small arms weapon sight market. In addition, HEL Technologies will have the only USA based emulsion lab dedicated to developing new applications for its holographic R&D.

About Koucar Management
Koucar Management, LLC is a privately held, Michigan-based company with a diverse portfolio of holdings and investments. Koucar Management has an investment strategy that firmly focuses on expansion within existing industries, bringing new vitality to acquired businesses and laying the groundwork for new ventures. With their recognized management strengths and ample financial resources, Koucar Management is providing growth capital and other resources to its portfolio of companies. Koucar’s vision is clear; motivated skilled partners & employees, significant financial strength and stability, a willingness to look beyond conventional performance measurements and an untiring commitment to its customers. www.koucar.com

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L3Harris To Sell EOTech to American Holoptics, LLC

Tuesday, March 24th, 2020

L3Harris has entered an agreement to sell EOTech to American Holoptics, LLC for an as of yet undisclosed amount. Based on Michigan, just outside of Detroit, EOTech manufactures holographic weapon sights as well as a line of telescopic sights under the Vudu line.

Although their Holographic Weapon Sights have been issued for years to USSOCOM and other military and law enforcement organizations, they were infamously sued by the US Department of Justice in November of 2015 due to fraud over performance of the HWS sold to US Government entities at temperature extremes as well as in high moisture environments. The Government also claimed that EOTech failed to disclose testing that demonstrated the inaccuracy issues in those environments. The issue was settled and EOTech conducted a massive refund of consumer purchases sights.

A Safety of Use Message regarding the HWS was issued by the command in 2015 and they began looking for a replacement. Despite this setback, EOTech once again won a SOCOM contract for the Miniature Aiming System–Day Optic with their HWS technology.

Originally purchased by L3 in 2005, EOTech was the only public-facing company in the current L3H portfolio, selling to government and consumer alike. Although the company specializes in precision optics and weapon aiming solutions, this made it the odd man out in the larger portfolio of companies.

During SHOT Show word was that EOTech was for sale with final bids from perspective buyers due in late February. The process is now complete and the new owners are American Holoptics, LLC, an Affiliate of Koucar Management who also own Elite Defense.

We understand that the EOTech brand is not going away but rather is now under new ownership, more in tune with both product and consumer.

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Under Secretary of Defense Issues Guidance To Defense Industrial Base Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce

Tuesday, March 24th, 2020

With some localities and even entire states and territories closing businesses to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the Under Secretary of Defense, Ellen M Lord, has issued a memorandum to the Defense Industrial Base entitled, “Defense Industrial Base Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce” which serves to remind those workers of their duty to the nation and the importance of their work.

It and attachments are available for you to read here.

Although Under Secretary Lord issued the memo to the industrial base, local politicians should take heed. Defense work must go on. Our enemies aren’t taking a vacation while we’re out sick. In fact, they’re more likely to try something while they think we’re vulnerable.

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Industry Nine Wants To Help Beat COVID-19

Tuesday, March 24th, 2020

Industry Nine is in a position to help with manufacturing parts needed and assisting supply efforts in combating the virus outbreak. At our disposal are dozens of CNC machines ready to make parts in short supply like ventilator components. Our engineering teams have years of robotics and automation experience ready to support companies producing PPE like masks and gloves. We’re reaching out to our contact network to find ways to support these industries in need, but now we’re calling on our dedicated followers to help us connect with other manufacturers or suppliers.

If you think you can help us in this effort please email:

tips@industrynine.net

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Rogue Fitness Pivots to Medical Production

Monday, March 23rd, 2020

Rogue Fitness has made the following announcement:

Medical Supply Update: We are taking the following measures

1) Product Development Team is working solely on medical supplies – Masks, Gowns, Shields and ventilators.

2) Manufacturing: We have begun sewing masks and will kick into full production Monday. Next items we are going to make are gowns, shields and ventilators.

We have purchased three Industrial 3D printing machines to help make parts.

3) Supply Chain: We are prioritizing these raw materials and components for these as well.

Per earlier post we are also seeing very strong demand for our products and will do our best to get those items to you in an expeditious manner.

We would encourage you if you want to do this in your state to contact the local hospitals and your state leadership.

Thank You

Rogue Team

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