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CamoScience App Makes Custom Precision Camo Design a Reality

Tuesday, September 13th, 2011

Soldier Systems Daily unveils exclusive photo evidence.

We have mentioned Special Operations Apps and their CamoScience app in the past. CamoScience is an App for Smart Devices like the iPhone 4/5 and IPad 2.

Interestingly, SOA contacted us after reading the recent article published last week here on SSD concerning NECC’s (Naval Expeditionary Combat Command) lack of an issue combat uniform and a version of what appears to be unique Navy DIY Camo. They provided these pictures as photo-evidence of a new solution for the unique requirements of expeditionary units like the NECC and SOF.

As you can see, MW R&D and Special Operations Apps have moved past the proof of concept phase by showing these first public photos of CamoScience App Designs being printed digitally-direct to fabric and using MW R&D’s proprietary processes.

This is a custom camouflage design made real by combining elements from:
-Smart Device
-Reliable Intel (GEOINT)
-Digitally Printing Direct-To-Fabric
-Just-In-Time Custom Manufacturing

According to the company’s President, K. Dominic Cincotti, MW R&D and SOA are in talks now with leading Tactical and Hunting/Outdoor Companies to utilize this new proprietary process. Cincotti is the inventor of Photographic/Camera derived Camouflage.

“The truly great thing about using our process and this App is that it would allow for SOF to make their own CAMO designs”, Cincotti said.

“Operators could use the latest technology, without having to rely on ‘CAMO Artists’, with little knowledge of SOF operational or tactical concerns. The App even converts photos to MilSpec colors if that need exists.”

In 2007 Photo-Realâ„¢ and Photo-Stealthâ„¢ camo debuted. They were printed onto special adhesive vinyls and applied to SOF hardware and equipment. In 2009 a unique grip was added to these technologies and was applied to weapons.

Today, Soldier Systems Daily received these first photos of this new type of camo, produced using completely digital means on textiles. According to the company, a wide range of textiles and fabrics can now be utilized. The printer applies the pattern directly to your grey goods.

SOA in association with MW R&D are now in beta-testing with new Apps for release this winter.

specialoperationsapps.com

NBOW – We’re Live!

Friday, September 9th, 2011

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We’re live at New Breed of Warrior 2011. Stay tuned all day for live updates on the latest products.

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I Spy Something That Begins With the Letter “V”

Friday, September 9th, 2011

If you guessed Tactical Night Vision Company’s Victor DiCosola, then you are right. Now notice, Vic is wearing an FR racing suit. When we asked him about his attire all he would say was, “As for the racing pics, what we can say at this time is TNVC will be seen in some large scale events in the major motorsports arena very soon. More details are forthcoming….”

Sounds intriguing. Can’t wait to find out more.

tnvc.com

Glock Replacing Recoil Springs on Gen4 Pistols

Thursday, September 8th, 2011

GLOCK, Inc. is voluntarily replacing the recoil spring assembly (RSA) on its new Gen4 pistols, with the exception of G26 and G27, to ensure all Gen4s perform up to GLOCK demanding specifications. Visit www.teamglock.com/customer-service/recoil-spring-exchange for more information.

Combat Flip Flops Update

Wednesday, September 7th, 2011

The question has come up as to where in Afghanistan that the Combat Flip Flops will be made. Here are pictures taken recently at the factory that will be used.

combatflipflops.com

US Elite Gear Preview

Wednesday, September 7th, 2011

Check out the upcoming update to www.us-elitegear.com.

Pentagon Cutbacks – The Downside

Monday, September 5th, 2011

“We all know the federal budget has to be cut,” Maier said. “But if you are cutting programs, you are cutting jobs.”

Masslive.com published an article earlier today that illustrates the downside to cutting the military budget too much, too quickly. The quote above, from that article, boils it all down into one sentence. The man quoted is Larry A. Maier, president of Peerless Precision Inc. in Westfield and co-president of the Western Massachusetts Chapter of the National Tooling and Machining Association.

When the Federal Government is one of the only entities spending money, slowing that spending hurts. Essentially, the tactical industry exists in order to service Government requirements. Commercial sales are mostly a secondary market associated with Government needs. Micro purchases by agencies and individual military units or individuals in those organizations. The recreational tactical market is important, but just aren’t as big. While the article discusses increased industrial demand for aircraft parts, unfortunately, many in the tactical industry don’t build products that have direct commercial applications. This is all food for thought as we move into the next phase of the debt ceiling deal.

Industrial Opportunities, Inc

Sunday, September 4th, 2011

Remember this heavy drop video? Some of the air items were sewn by Industrial Opportunities, Inc (IOI). They are ISO 9001:2000 certified and experienced in the production of a variety of tactical products for the US military. According to their website, “IOI is currently producing, or has produced, over 80 different NSN items to military specifications on behalf of prime vendors.” Based in Andrews, NC they are a sub-contractor and as a 501(c) 3 Not for profit – private corporation, they have a mission to employ those with disabilities.

www.industrialopportunities.com