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Black Diamond Advanced Technology To Unveil Its New APEx Predator System At The Modern Day Marine Expo

Saturday, September 13th, 2014

This is a press release from Black Diamond Advanced Technology regarding their unveling of their new APEx Predator System at the upcoming Modern Day Marine Expo.

(PRWEB) September 11, 2014 – Black Diamond Advanced Technology to unveil its new APEx Predator System at the Modern Day Marine Expo on September 23rd, 2014!

What do Windows and Android Tablets, Smartphones and Laptops all have in common? They don’t always play together well with tactical peripherals, in a battlefield setting!

Today’s budget climate has drawn attention to Windows and Android notepads, tablets and smartphones as “good enough” COTS computing solutions. On paper the cost savings are attractive but it doesn’t address the complex challenges of interoperability and ensuring Situational Awareness on the Battlefield. Coupling the lessons learned from our users on the battlefield with our experience in tactical computing solutions, we’ve created targeting, command and control, and situational awareness solutions that help the end-user leverage and fully exploit their choice of COTS computing technology.

The APEx Predator System provides POWER + DATA which enables communications from tactical radios and peripherals to commercial tablets and computers running both Windows and Android operating systems. The system is designed for multiple mission sets that demand a flexible communications platform and power management solution. It allows for the simultaneous connection of multiple voice, data, video and peripheral devices, and their unique interfaces, back to a COTS computing device using a single USB Interface. You can also run all your gear from one battery, which means reduced weight and simplified logistics. Command and control from a single, simplified solution means enhanced situational awareness.

Coupled with the Black Diamond Forward Air Control-Utility Suite, precision targeting software for Digitally-aided Close Air Support (DACAS) and full digital call for fire, the APEx Predator System is a turn-key hardware/software solution that leverages low-cost COTS computing cores to deliver a precision weapon system.

Black Diamond has made its mark by delivering reliable, wearable, tactical computing solutions that have deployed to various theaters around the world and returned a trusted partner. The missions may be different but our goal remains the same, Situational Awareness you can trust.

About Black Diamond Advanced Technology, LLC
Black Diamond is the leader in wearable, tactical technology for Situational Awareness, UAS Ground Control Stations, Digitally Aided Close Air Support, and Explosive Ordnance Disposal applications with programs of record in the US Air Force, US Marine Corp, the Air National Guard, Australian Army Fires Land 17 Program, and the Danish Army Fires Program DALO for Close Air Support systems. Black Diamond solutions include mobile computer integration, an integrated communications platform, peripheral controller and power management system. Black Diamond is a trusted partner for mission success, adding value through interoperability.

To schedule a meeting or demo at Modern Day Marine please email us at info@bdatech.com.

For more information on our combat proven product lines, please visit www.bdatech.com.

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US Patriot Tactical Named To Inc. 5000 & Internet Retailer Second 500 Lists

Friday, September 12th, 2014

August 22, 2014 – Columbia, SC – US Patriot Tactical, the nation’s largest retail supplier to military personnel, has been named to the 2014 Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing private U.S. companies and Internet Retailer’s Second 500 list of online retailers.

“We are very excited to be among the nation’s elite companies,” says Paul Yoo, President of US Patriot. “It’s our honor to support those who risk their lives for us every day, and our customers will tell you our sincere dedication to them is why we are succeeding.”

US Patriot is on the Inc. 5000 list due to its growth rate of 75%. By adding 29 new jobs and increasing revenue by over $8.5m in the last 3 years, the company earned the number 3984 spot on the list. Ranked at number 667 on the Internet Retailer Second 500 list and 6th in its merchandise category, US Patriot is named as one of the “fastest-growing, up-and-coming web merchants.”

Founded in 1999 by former Army Armor Officer Phil Dee, US Patriot started as a small, off-post store at Fort Jackson. Today, the company has 15 stores in nine states, all on or near major military bases, and has plans to continue expansion into additional states in the coming years. The website accounts for nearly half of the company’s sales, with orders shipping worldwide from its 20,000 square foot warehouse in Columbia, South Carolina.
With over 70% of its employees coming from all branches of the military or law enforcement, US Patriot truly is “by soldiers, for soldiers.”

For more information about US Patriot, visit the company’s website at www.uspatriottactical.com.

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LBT Inc – By Our Hands – Stories of American Industry

Friday, September 12th, 2014

This is a video I worked on a year ago with ADS TV and Ironclad. It details LBT Inc, a local gear manufacturing company which was established 25 years ago or so locally, on London Bridge Road in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It gives a bit of their history and background.

Special thanks to ADS Inc, LBT and Ironclad Media Alliance.

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Less Money Needed To Move Magpul To Wyoming

Friday, September 12th, 2014

According to a story in the Post Register, Magpul has found a move-in ready building in their new production, distribution and shipping base in Cheyenne, Wyoming that not only meets their long-term needs but also prevents them from having to take up temporary residence until a final home is completed. This move will save the citizens of Wyoming over $4 Million in grant money. The change was recently approved by the Wyoming Business Commission and will be taken up this week by the Wyoming State Loan and Investment Board.

This will result in Wyoming investing $8.3 million in the project, and Cheyenne LEADS, the local economic development organization, will invest $1.1 million to help Magpul move. Operations should be in place by November.

The $8.3 million initially comes as a grant, but under the agreement, Magpul will repay about $3.7 million. Additionally, LEADS will sell the building to Magpul.

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It Only Took Them Two Years

Wednesday, September 10th, 2014

Since I’m now seeing it posted everywhere, I’ll comment. Not bad, it only took folks two years to realize that KeyMod works just like industrial shelving.

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Slight Change to Crye Precision’s AirFlex Combat Knee Pad

Wednesday, September 10th, 2014

I picked up a new pair of AirFlex Combat Knee Pads last week from Crye Precision and just noticed that they had made a slight change to the mold for the rubber cap. Above you can see the new version and below an older Pad.

What they’ve added is a link to www.lwpatents.com which is a simple website that lists all of LineWeight’s patents. LineWeight LLC is Crye’s IP holding company and the site lists each patent by item and number.

Other than that, no additional changes have been made. For users, they are the same pads you’ve been wearing. For collectors it will be a data point. But for competitors it’s a warning. They want others to be fully cognizant that there is a patent on this product. Crye Precision has been defending their intellectual property for years and I see this as a message that they will continue to do so.

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ZEV Technologies Named One Of Inc. 5000’s Fastest-Growing Companies

Wednesday, September 10th, 2014

Congratulations guys! We know you’ve been working hard for it.

Oxnard, CA – Sept. 10, 2014 – ZEV Technologies, manufacturer of components and accessories for GLOCK® pistols, has been named the 896th fastest-growing private company in the U.S. according to Inc. Magazine’s annual Inc. 5000 list. ZEV Technology’s 499% percent three-year growth ranked the company in the top 1000 on the list’s 33rd publishing.

“It’s an incredible honor to be recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America,” stated Dave Roberts, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development for ZEV Technologies. “We believe that our growth is the result of our intense focus on improving the design, feel and performance of GLOCK pistols. GLOCK owners who want to upgrade and improve their gun, can now do that without the time and expense of a gunsmith.”

Between 2011 and 2014, ZEV Technologies grew its employee base 65%, expanded its development and executive teams, and moved into a new corporate headquarters.

ZEV also announced today that it has named a new CEO, Matt Ridenour. Ridenour comes to ZEV Technologies with an extensive executive background, having previously worked with Bain & Company and as CEO for a number of high growth companies. He brings a wealth of knowledge in structure, planning, brand marketing, distribution and sales.

“I’m excited and grateful for the opportunity to lead this exceptional organization of creative, dedicated and talented professionals,” said Ridenour. “I believe that ZEV has a clear vision to revolutionize the firearms industry by giving its customers the ability to quickly upgrade their guns with high style and performance.”

www.zevtechnologies.com

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