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Streamlight Celebrates 25 Years of Supporting C.O.P.S.

Tuesday, June 4th, 2024

Company Donates $146,000 as Organization Marks 40 Years of Serving Survivors of Fallen Officers

From left:  Streamlight Sales Director, Pat Lucas; Streamlight Inside Sales Manager, Angel DelliGatti; C.O.P.S Executive Director, Dianne Bernhard; Streamlight Board of Directors member, Clayton French; C.O.P.S. National President, Connie Moyer; Streamlight Sales Manager, Brett Marquardt

EAGLEVILLE, PA, June 4, 2024 – Streamlight®, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices for the law enforcement market, has renewed its sponsorship of Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) for the 25th year in a row. The company’s support helps to underwrite ongoing programs and activities for survivors of fallen officers. Streamlight’s 2024 contribution as a C.O.P.S. Guardian Sponsor totaled $146,000, including proceeds from recent sales of its ‘blue’ C.O.P.S. logoed products.

Streamlight supports C.O.P.S. by sponsoring multiple programs and svents throughout the year, culminating in this year’s National Police Weekend activities in Washington, D.C. where the company was the Presenting Sponsor at the 40th Anniversary Formal Celebration Gala on May 14. The company also is a sponsor of Law Enforcement United (L.E.U.), which helps to raise money for C.O.P.S. through Streamlight programs like “The Road to Hope” memorial bicycle ride. This year, L.E.U. is celebrating its 15th year in supporting the fallen and survivors.

“We are extremely proud to serve as a Guardian Sponsor of C.O.P.S. as it marks 40 years of supporting those who have lost loved ones in the line of duty,” said Streamlight President and Chief Executive Officer Ray Sharrah. “As a leading provider of lighting equipment for first responders, we remain steadfast in our commitment to not only provide tools to keep police safe, but also to assist C.O.P.S. in the important work it does for law enforcement. It is our honor to have served this fine organization for all these years.”

As part of its annual contribution, Streamlight earmarks $1.00 from the sale of each Blue Nano Light® for C.O.P.S. The keychain flashlight boasts a super bright white LED and a double-sided FOB that features the C.O.P.S. logo on one side and Streamlight’s logo on the other side. Streamlight also donates $2.00 from the sale of each Blue Siege® AA lantern, featuring one white and two blue LEDs, and the C.O.P.S. logo on its globe.

Today, more than 50 C.O.P.S. chapters nationwide provide resources to some 50,000 survivors, including immediate and extended families and co-workers of officers who have died in the line of duty.

For more information about C.O.P.S. and the programs that it offers, please visit Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.).

TNVC vSHOTT 2024 Starts Tonight 8PM ET / 5PM PT: New Product Launches, Giveaways, Grand Prize TNV/MOD-3B Night Vision Binocular!

Tuesday, June 4th, 2024

Adams Run, South Carolina—

The Time Has Come for another TNVC virtual Shooting, Hunting, Outdoors, and Tactical Tele-event!

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Held annually since 2021, TNVC’s live vSHOTT Presentation features TNVC’s Staff as we take deep dives into night vision, thermal, and visual augmentation systems technology–and answer your questions, as well as making exciting new product annoucements available first to vSHOTT viewers and exclusive deals and giveaways, including a GRAND PRIZE of a Crazy Vic’s TNV/MOD-3B L3Harris MIL-SPEC Green Phosphor modular Night Vision Binocular System!*

vSHOTT 2024 begins TUESDAY, JUNE 4TH and runs to THURSDAY, JUNE 6TH starting at 8PM Eastern, 5PM Pacific, and runs until the questions run out, or 12AM Eastern / 9PM Pacific, with daily giveaways and discussion themes. This year’s daily themes are:

DAY 1 (Tuesday, June 4): VAS 101 — Whether you’re an experienced user or a beginner who knows nothing at all about night vision, and are just wanting to get some background knowledge, TNVC’s Visual Augmentation Systems (VAS) 101 will have something for you to learn, as our hosts Joe Halloran, TNVC Director of Training, Shane Cook, Law Enforcement and Commercial Sales Manager, and Tom Austin, Night Goggles Program Director, as well as our Emcee, Augee Kim, TNVC COO discuss the ins-and-outs of Visual Augmentation Systems, including I2 image intensification technology, thermal, lasers, equipment integration, and other basics–and not so basics of working in the dark.

DAY 2 (Wednesday, June 5): Hunting, Thermal, Consumer Night Vision Considerations — While night vision and visual augmentation systems have been a staple tool for military and even some law enforcement for decades, there’s no denying the HUGE growth of the consumer night vision market and industry in the last few years, with everyone from hunters, preppers, overlanders, and just plain enthusiasts jumping into the night vision game. Led by Tom Austin, Day 2’s discussion will discuss the various considerations and applications for hunters and outdoors enthusiasts, as well as customers that may not have the need for “military grade” gear, but are interested in night vision capabilities and products as well!

DAY 3 (Thursday, June 6): Advanced Programs — Arguably one of the most popular an interesting days of vSHOTT every year, Day 3 will once again focus on advanced programs and developments coming through the pipeline, as well as some deep-dives into some of TNVC’s newest products like the Ops-Core RAILINK system as well as more exciting new product releases. And of course, the Grand Prize Giveaway of a complete TNV/MOD-3B Green Phosphor goggle system!

vSHOTT does not require any purchase, sign-up, or registration to watch, and is offered 100% Free streaming on multiple platforms, including:

tnvc.com/vshott

www.facebook.com/tnvcinc

www.youtube.com/TNVCINC

Moreover, every TNVC vSHOTT is archived for future viewing if you’re unable to tune in live!

However, while you don’t need to sign up to watch or take part in the vSHOTT presentation, you DO need to be signed up to be entered for a shot at our vSHOTTGiveaways, and to receive exclusive deals and links, so don’t forget to sign up!

Sign-Up to Enter TNVC’s vSHOTT Giveaways, as well as the first shot at exciting new product releases and exclusive deals!

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*Grand prize giveaway open to valid U.S. Persons only and subject to ITAR

Founded in 2005, Tactical Night Vision Company (TNVC) is a Veteran-Owned small business which specializes in providing industry-leading visual augmentation systems, modified-COTS solutions, and systems integration as well as training, education, and life-cycle support to government and commercial customers alike.

For all inquires please contact: marketing@tnvc.com

SIG NEXT: An Immersive Brand Experience & Products Launch Showcase

Monday, June 3rd, 2024

NEWINGTON, N.H., (June 3, 2024) – A commitment to innovation is more than simply designing new products and solving problems. Innovation is the unrelenting drive to do things differently, having the audacity to take an unconventional approach and leading with a fierce desire to forge a new path. 

SIG SAUER is proud to present SIG NEXT, an industry first immersive product and brand experience unveiling the highly anticipated 2024 product offerings from SIG SAUER in pistols, rifles, optics and ammunition.  SIG NEXT presents attendees with the rare opportunity to be the very first to experience new products, go behind the scenes, and on the range with SIG developers, engineers, ambassadors, and experts.

“SIG NEXT is the hallmark of innovation and advancements in products and technology; it will unquestionably be the ultimate showcase for content creators, influencers, and industry to experience the future of SIG, with SIG, at SIG,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales.  “While the genesis of SIG NEXT was the platform for our product launches, we are hosting a complete experience and will give attendees unprecedented access to our products and inside our factories to see how we are using the very latest in automation and robotics to achieve unprecedented levels of innovation, quality, and precision.”

SIG NEXT will take off on Monday, June 24 – Wednesday, June 26, 2024 across various SIG SAUER New Hampshire locations including the SIG SAUER Academy, SIG Experience Center, the recently completed SIG SAUER Next-Gen Manufacturing Center, and the SIG SAUER Worldwide Corporate Headquarters. 

The inaugural SIG NEXT event is invitation only, and SIG fans and followers are being given unprecedented access to join the event through the SIG SAUER social media channels @sigsauerinc. Experience SIG NEXT and the future of SIG along-side our guests to learn what’s new from SIG and why SIG is the global leader in small arms innovation.

For more information about SIG SAUER products visit sigsauer.com.

Next Generation Camouflage System Alpha Ghost Seeks Industry Licensing Partners

Wednesday, May 29th, 2024

Are you looking for a new, more effective and versatilecamouflage system to expand your tactical or hunting clothing brand?

Alpha Ghost Camo is a next generation system of interactive camouflage technology with optimal performance characteristics. Our patterns arescientifically designed to conceal in a wider range of distances and a broader spectrum of light conditions,resulting in the capability to conceal in both high and low light environments, simultaneously. All tactical and hunting camo patterns are fractal based and mimic nature at the elemental level.

All pattern variations for hunting, law enforcement and military can be formulated to match as broad or specific an environment as necessary in order to fitmarket or tactical needs. For more information, please visit our website at www.alphaghostcamo.com or contact: 

Jeff Laurell, President

Email: jlaurell@alphadynamicconcepts.com

Ph: 719-291-1013

Robert Reitz, Chief Operations Officer

Email: rreitz@alphadynamicconcepts.com

Rheinmetall Automecanica SRL: Kick-off for Strategic Presence on NATO’s Eastern Flank in Romania

Friday, May 24th, 2024

During a Welcome Day at the Medias site, the new Romanian vehicle manufacturer Rheinmetall Automecanica SRL presented itself to the workforce and representatives from politics, business, the armed forces and the media. The Romanian Minister of Economy, Entrepreneurship and Tourism, Stefan-Radu Oprea, also took part in the event.

Rheinmetall, a leading manufacturer of military vehicles in Europe, recently completed the investment announced in February 2024 as the majority shareholder in two companies of the Romanian vehicle manufacturer Automecanica Media. The acquisition became effective on 1 May 2024 once the relevant official approvals had been obtained. The new company, of which the Duesseldorf-based group now holds 72.5% of the shares via Rheinmetall Landsysteme GmbH, will now operate under the name Rheinmetall Automecanica SRL.

With Rheinmetall Automecanica SRL, Rheinmetall is furthermore expanding its global vehicle production network, which already has locations in Canada, the USA, Australia, the UK, Austria, the Netherlands, the Ukraine and Germany. This will also significantly increase the production and maintenance capacities. Rheinmetall is hence continuing to strengthen its strategic presence in Central Europe and is tapping into considerable sales growth and new, promising customer countries in the region. Rheinmetall is now also present in Hungary and Lithuania with locations in the eastern NATO alliance area.

Dr Bjoern Bernhard, Managing Director of Rheinmetall Landsysteme GmbH: “Rheinmetall Automecanica SRL will contribute to further strengthening the defence capabilities of the EU and NATO on the eastern flank. We are ready to support the Romanian customer in future programmes – be it in the vehicle sector or with other technologies from our company. We look forward to involving local partners and strengthening the domestic economy in Romania.”

Dr Nick Stirban, Managing Director of Rheinmetall Automecanica SRL, adds: “This is a historic day that not only bolsters Automecanica as Rheinmetall Automecanica SRL, but also strengthens Romania and proves that it can have a powerful and profitable defence industry.”

Rheinmetall believes that the new acquisition has an annual sales potential of up to €300m in the mid-term and expects incoming orders in the triple-digit million Euro range as early as within the 2024 financial year.

The Medias site, centrally located in the Romanian region of Transylvania, guarantees the armed forces on NATO’s eastern flank shorter response times and larger security in the supply chain. In addition to the repair of logistical vehicles, undercarriages for the Romanian armed forces’ anti-aircraft weapons shall also be serviced here in future.

At the same time, Rheinmetall is expanding its product portfolio in military vehicle construction with this step. Truck bodies, trailers and other special vehicles developed and produced by Automecanica complete the range of logistical trucks with which Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles (RMMV) is successful in global markets.

Automecanica Medias has already been an efficient partner of the Romanian armed forces.

Rheinmetall’s cooperation with Automecanica was established in 2022, when both partners agreed to operate a maintenance centre for military vehicles in Satu Mare.

Milrem Robotics Expands Its Production Capability Fivefold

Friday, May 24th, 2024

Tallinn, Estonia – 23 May 2024: Milrem Robotics, the world’s leading robotics and autonomous systems developer, has expanded its production capability fivefold by opening a new facility that allows the company to satisfy the growing need for intelligent robotics solutions by end-users.

The new facility next to Milrem Robotics’ headquarters in Tallinn, Estonia, allows the company to manufacture 500 units of its operationally proven, multi-mission THeMIS Unmanned Ground Vehicle yearly.

The THeMIS is already part of robotics programs in 18 different countries internationally, eight of which are members of NATO, including Estonia, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, the UK, and the US. THeMIS UGVs are also assisting Ukrainian soldiers in the war with Russia.

“Many end-users, satisfied with the results of testing the robotic vehicles, are preparing to launch high-quantity procurements. With the opening of our new facility, we are better prepared to answer these calls,” explained Kuldar Väärsi, CEO of Milrem Robotics. “Also, the growing use of UGVs in Ukraine shows a clear focus and importance of unmanned ground systems,” he added.

In addition to production, Milrem Robotics will also expand its prototyping facilities to speed up the development of new products in the company’s growing portfolio. An extra 1000 square meters of office space has also been added.

“Unlike other technology companies who announced layoffs during 2023, Milrem Robotics is continuing to grow this year and hiring 100 new employees, mostly in Europe,” Väärsi added.

Additionally, the expansion is estimated to indirectly generate further positions with high-technology partners and suppliers, contributing to developing the local talent pool and economy.

“The expansion of the Estonian defence industry is beneficial from both a security and economic perspective,” said Kusti Salm, permanent secretary of the Ministry of Defence of Estonia.

“For many years, Estonia’s defence industry policy has aimed to develop a high-tech defence industry that can be competitive in export markets. Milrem Robotics is a good example of how a defence industry start-up has grown in 10 years into a large and innovative industrial company, in Estonian terms, with a wide international customer base that can include a wide range of Estonian subcontractors, engineers and specialists in its network. The creation of such companies – and others that have been established in recent years – is a sign of the maturity of the Estonian defence industry and the potential to contribute more to national defence and economic development,” Salm said.

Milrem Robotics is the world’s leading robotics and autonomous systems developer and systems integrator, with offices in Estonia, Finland, Sweden, the Netherlands, and the US. The company is known for its THeMIS and Multiscope UGVs, the Type-X Robotic Combat Vehicle, and MIFIK.

The company is also renowned for successfully completing the European Defence Industrial Development Programme (EDIDP) project iMUGS, which focused on developing a modular and scalable architecture for hybrid manned-unmanned systems.

Tactical Industry Expert Chuck Buis Launches Chuck Buis Consulting, LLC – A New Advantage in Military and Law Enforcement Consulting

Thursday, May 23rd, 2024

Chuck Buis, a seasoned veteran with 35 years of experience in the tactical industry, proudly announces the launch of his new consulting firm, Chuck Buis Consulting, LLC. Building on his extensive background with legacy industry companies like Michaels of Oregon and Blackhawk, Chuck Buis Consulting is set to help you grow in the military and law enforcement sectors with its comprehensive consulting services.

Drawing from his vast industry knowledge, Chuck Buis aims to provide exceptional support in various critical areas, including:

Product Development: Guiding clients from concept to market-ready products, ensuring innovation, quality, and performance. With a network of design engineers and factories, I can handle everything from simple planning, through prototyping and testing to hand-off to production, covering cut and sew, thermo-forming and injection-molding. If you don’t have your own dedicated production factories, I have production facilities ready to make your products. Any intellectual property issues that need to be addressed can also be handled by my network.

International Business Development & Distribution: Crafting strategies to expand global reach by optimizing or opening distribution channels and developing projects with end users, fostering international growth.

Media Seminars: Delivering expert-led seminars to enhance media engagement and elevate brand visibility.

Trade Show Planning: Offering meticulous planning and execution to maximize impact at the key industry trade shows, both domestic and international, ensuring standout presence.

Product Training & Demonstrations: Developing high-quality training and demonstrations, both in person and via video, to boost product knowledge and user proficiency.

“Launching Chuck Buis Consulting is the culmination of my lifelong passion for the tactical industry,” said Chuck Buis. “My goal is to empower businesses with the tools and insights needed to excel in the military and law enforcement sectors. I’m committed to delivering top-tier consulting services that drive innovation and success.”

The newly launched website, www.chuckbuisconsulting.com, offers a comprehensive overview of the firm’s services with details. These can provide valuable insights into the tangible results clients can expect when partnering with Chuck Buis Consulting.

Chuck Buis Consulting is dedicated to becoming a trusted partner for companies looking to enhance their operations, develop cutting-edge products, and expand their market presence. With a proven track record of success, Chuck Buis and his team are prepared to lead your business to new heights.

For more information about the services offered or to discuss how Chuck Buis Consulting can assist your business, please visit www.chuckbuisconsulting.com or contact Chuck Buis directly at chuckbuis@chuckbuisconsulting.com.

About Chuck Buis Consulting, LLC

Founded by tactical industry veteran Chuck Buis, Chuck Buis Consulting, LLC specializes in providing expert consulting services to the military and law enforcement sectors. With a focus on product development, business expansion, media engagement, and training, the firm is dedicated to helping clients achieve operational excellence and market success.

Edgar Brothers Named Exclusive Distributor of Spiritus Systems for UK MOD and Police

Thursday, May 23rd, 2024

We are proud to announce the partnership between Edgar Brothers and Spiritus Systems, aimed at enhancing the operational capabilities of the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Police forces across the United Kingdom.

Edgar Brothers, the standard in distribution since 1947, has been appointed as the sole distributor of Spiritus Systems’ modular tactical equipment.

This collaboration marks a significant milestone in advancing the accessibility of cutting-edge gear to those serving in unfriendly places. Spiritus Systems, renowned for its innovation and commitment to excellence, brings a wealth of expertise in crafting gear that meets the stringent requirements of today’s diverse operational environments.

For the UK MOD and Police, this partnership means access to a comprehensive range of Spiritus Systems’ products. From modular plate carriers to mission-critical accessories, our collaboration ensures that personnel have the tools they need to execute their duties with confidence.

For UK MOD purchasing visit www.edgarbrothers.com

For more information about Spiritus Systems products visit www.spiritussystems.com