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Ops-Core RAILINK Partner Spotlight: CORE Survival

Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025

We recently reintroduced you to Ops-Core’s RAILINK with a promise to begin offering in-depth coverage of the multiple enablers which work with this headborne integrated power and data system.

CORE SURVIVAL was one of the first companies to partner with Ops-Core on this project, developing the HEL-STAR Rail Strobe specifically to integrate with the RAILINK system.

The HEL-STAR Rail Strobe miniaturizes the high performance expected from a CORE Survival product. Powered by the RAILINK’s centralized Battery Pack+, the HEL-STAR Rail Strobe features dual compact, lightweight lights.

Features:

• Small Footprint with Four Settings – High and low visibility in both White and IR. Built with CORE Survival’s patented technology for maximum performance in a low-profile, snag-resistant package.

• Tactile Operation – Switches are designed for positive operation by a gloved hand while the helmet is donned. Patented double-switch blocks inadvertent switching between visible and IR functions.

• Left & Right-Hand Installation – Strobe modules attach to both the left and right side of the helmet-mounted rails. Communication to synchronize function between the strobes is achieved via the RAILINK system’s data capability.

• Familiar Sliding Button Operation – Settings for Off, Dim and Bright operation for both the Visible and IR functions.

You might think that a strobe light wouldn’t leverage RAILINK’s data capabilities, but the HEL-STAR Rail Strobe uses it to coordinate device communication at the physical layer—transmitting raw data signals between devices without interpretation. This allows the strobes to blink in unison, synchronize between visible and IR modes, and adjust light intensity in real time.

Aside from using the RAILINK’s common power distribution, the strobe is optimized for low power consumption, ensuring seamless integration with other low-power devices without placing a significant power burden on the overall platform.

To learn more about the Ops-Core RAILINK Power and Data ARC Rails System, visit shop.gentexcorp.com/railink

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USSOCOM Issues NSN for B.E. Meyers & Co.’s Squad Aiming Laser – Ultra High Power (SAL-UHP) with JETDS Designation as LA-30

Thursday, May 8th, 2025

MAY 5, 2025 (Redmond, WA) – B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc., a Defense Technology Manufacturer specializing in advanced photonic solutions and Laser Aiming Devices for military, law enforcement, consumer, and aerospace applications worldwide, is proud to announce that USSOCOM has designated their Squad Aiming Laser – Ultra High Power (SAL-UHP) with the Joint Electronic Type Designation System (JETDS) number LA-30.

Additionally, the SAL-UHP has been assigned NSN 5855-01-724-3043 as part of this Program of Record. The Squad Aiming Laser – Ultra High Power (SAL-UHP) program by US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), as part of the Miniature Aiming Systems – Laser (MAS-L) contract (H9240324D0009). This indefinite-delivery / indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract is being awarded with a maximum total ceiling of $49,900,000 and a $500,000 minimum ordering guarantee in support of U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM).

The SAL-UHP is a variant of the B.E. Meyers & Co. DAGIR®-V1 Multi-Platform Advanced Laser System, and is based on therevolutionary new Vertical-Cavity, Surface Emitting Laser (VCSEL) MINIRVA™ (Mapped Integrated Near InfraRed Vertical-Cavity, Surface Emitting Laser (VCSEL) Array) diode core, which enhances beam function and clarity to support the widest range of platforms during advanced night operations.

The SAL-UHP contract kit configuration includes proven system accessories such as remote activation components from Unity Tactical™ as well as modular storage pouches from Spiritus Systems™.

The SAL-UHP as part of the DAGIR® laser series joins a variety of other B.E. Meyers & Co. trusted product lines including the IZLID®, MAWL®, MILR®, KIJI®, GLARE®, DIAL®, BOARS® series of defense systems products, as well as an established line of optoelectronic components for unmanned aerial vehicles and other integrated sensor systems.

B.E. Meyers & Co. will be exhibiting SAL-UHP and more this week during USSOCOM’s “SOF Week 2025”. Please visit them at Booth 341 at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida from May 5-9, 2025.

For more information on SAL-UHP (LA-30), the DAGIR® series, and other innovative laser solutions from B.E. Meyers & Co., please connect with us at info@bemeyers.com or visit www.bemeyers.com.

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NAVAIR IZLID Ultra Airborne Kit Initial Fielding Deliverables Complete

Monday, May 5th, 2025

MAY 1, 2025 (Redmond, WA) – B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc., a Defense Technology Manufacturer specializing in advanced photonic solutions and Laser Aiming Devices for military, law enforcement, consumer, and aerospace applications worldwide,has completed their contract with Naval Air Systems Command (PMA-242, NAVAIR). Under this contract, the company deliveredtheir IZLID® Ultra Airborne Kits (NSN: 5860-01-697-2989) as the new standard infrared laser aiming and illumination system for USN and USMC aviation fleet weapons platforms in support of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The congressionally funded $7 million contract for new aviation infrared laser aiming devices (AILAD) supports the GAU-17 (M134), GAU-21 (M3M), M240D, and other weapons across equipped rotary wing, tilt rotor,and other aircraft platforms. B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. supported NAVAIR in partnership with ADS, Inc., a Tailored Logistics Support (TLS) provider in the fall of 2024.

NAVAIR, the managing logistics and support entity for the U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. Navy aviation fleet, has determined that its currently fielded Infrared Laser Aiming Devices have exceeded their service life. These Infrared Laser Aiming Devices are critical tools that support Aerial Gunnery, Targeting, Obstacle/Hazard Identification, and help facilitate Air-to-Ground Integration missions.

The IZLID Ultra, Airborne Kit, (NSN: 5860-01-697-2989) is suited for greater visibility by ground elements as well as providing greater target identification at increased ranges. This allows USN and USMC aviation assets to identify and target battlefield threats across the full spectrum of operations and a range of environmental conditions. Additionally, the increased power allowed for improvements in laser aiming capability when paired with crew-served weapons that emit a high photonic barrier, allowing the operator to maintain visibility of their reference laser on target.

This agreement generated a significant impact to production and manufacturing capabilities of B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. and 41 other suppliers across the nation. Providing hundreds of US job opportunities and technological advancements that support national security.

Features and Specifications
The IZLID® Ultra Airborne Kit is based on a the IZLID® Ultra high-power infrared laser device most notably used in air-to-ground integration roles, with up to 1-Watt of near infrared power for on target marking and for long-range communication while using night vision devices. Powered by (2) CR123 batteries, the IZLID Ultra Airborne Kit has low-power, high-power, and pulse settings and can be configured as either a pointer or narrow divergence illuminator dependent on end-user requirements. This system can be mounted to any MILSTD-1913 rail and comes with two remote activation options.

The IZLID® Ultra series of laser systems, like all B.E. Meyers & Co. products, are proudly Made in the USA. This system is currently in production available for sale to MIL/GOV entities in the US and internationally and is ITAR-controlled.

For more information on the IZLID® Ultra Airborne Kit (NSN: 5860-01-697-2989) and other innovative laser solutions from B.E. Meyers & Co., please visit bemeyers.com or email sales@bemeyers.com.

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Adventure Tactical Announces IR Sensor Upgrade for Its VIP Light and Trilobyte Beacon Products at SOF Week 2025

Monday, May 5th, 2025

Adventure Tactical, the defence arm of Adventure Lights Inc, is a premier manufacturer of durable safety and signalling beacons for use where positive visual ID is vital, in the most extreme of environments. Adventure Tactical has announced an upgrade to their IR sensor for the next generation of VIP light™ and Trilobyte® beacon products which significantly increases the range of detection and early warning for their users. This announcement coincides with SOF Week 2025, where you can find out more about this and their wide range of complementary products, by visiting their booth (Level 3, Booth #255) at the Tampa Convention Centre, from the 6th-8th May 2025.

Adventure Tactical has been designing and manufacturing highly durable, easy to use and often bespoke safety lights and signalling beacons for the US military, NATO, global security forces and extreme adventurers for over 30 years. Renowned for their excellent quality and robust multi-use designs, and packed with innovative technologies such as Mockingbird®, AutoSync™ and self-healing mesh networks for S.M.A.R.T. Beacons®, they are the provider of choice for special forces, regular combat troops and homeland security teams, globally. Adventure Tactical has strategic partnerships in place with Galvion and Robotics Centre. With customer needs and end user requirements at the heart of their ethos, Adventure Tactical identified a need for users to have increased protection from a wider array of Laser Range Finder and IR detection devices that have become far more prevalent, when facing an asymmetric threat.

Adventure Tactical has been leading the way in integrating Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) and early warning detection systems into their light and beacon products for over 15 years. Their products have been proven operationally with US, European, Scandinavian and Middle East customers and are in use with 24 NATO countries. The IR sensor upgrade announced today, combined with other technologies, ensures that the next generation of VIP light™ and Trilobyte® beacon products offer the widest possible range of early warning and detection capabilities. This upgrade helps to protect those operating in the most extreme of environments by increasing their survivability, enhancing command and control and delivering real-time situational awareness.

Tim Ford, Founder and President of Adventure Tactical said: “Our mission is to deliver an extreme product for extreme situations and central to our ethos is to meet our customers’ unique demands.

This IR sensor upgrade is a perfect example of that ethos in action. Front line troops identified an emerging risk when facing an asymmetric enemy threat that we have responded to by delivering an increased range of detection capability to enhance the users early warning and ability to respond.

This enhancement, combined with all our existing innovative technologies and design quality, ensures we offer a cost-effective but superior product compared to alternatives. We are very excited to announce this significant upgrade to our long-standing VIP light™ and Trilobyte® beacon products at SOF Week, and we will be incorporating this enhanced capability into our other products as soon as possible.” Tim added, “Our products are designed and manufactured in Canada, Europe and the US. Therefore, we are able to offer export license and tariff free access to our full range of products.”

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Princeton Tec to Exhibit at SOF Week 2025

Friday, May 2nd, 2025

PENNSAUKEN, NJ. – May 2, 2025 – Princeton Tec, a renowned provider of American-made quality outdoor and tactical lighting options, is excited to announce it will be exhibiting at the upcoming Special Operations Forces (SOF) Week in Tampa, Fla., May 5-8, 2025.

“We are excited to be exhibiting at SOF Week again, especially with it being our 50-Year anniversary at Princeton Tec,” said Princeton Tec Marketing Director Kady Kolb. “This conference is a great opportunity to connect with and learn from the SOF community. Come by our booth to see the new Charge X IR Max and the opportunity for an exclusive look at new products.”

Princeton Tec will be exhibiting at the SOF Select Show, located in the Oasis Ballroom at the Westin Tampa Waterside. Attendees will find its most popular personal lighting on display as well as some new products to explore. Princeton Tec is proud to offer a variety of lighting products across its product lineup, including its headlamps, helmet lights and more.

SOF Week attracts over 19,000 attendees, including military professionals, industry leaders and innovators from around the world. The event provides a dynamic platform for collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the SOF community, emphasizing cutting-edge technologies and forward-thinking solutions.

For more information on Princeton Tec, please visit www.princetontec.com or find Princeton Tec on Instagram and Facebook.

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MDM 25 – Streamlight Sidewinder Stalk High Offset ARC Mount

Thursday, May 1st, 2025

I wanted to give you a look at how the Streamlight Sidewinder Stalk light mounts to an Ops-Core ARC Rail using the High Offset ARC Mount.

The issue is that when you mount the light directly to the ARC Rail, you don’t have room for the AMP headset or other mounting adapters.

The High Offset ARC Mount relocated the light above the rail, offering plenty of room for your headset mount yet still making access to the convenient.

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Streamlight Launches Ultra-Bright Megastream HP USB

Monday, April 28th, 2025

High-Candela Flashlight Offers Powerful Downrange Illumination in a Compact, Rechargeable Design

EAGLEVILLE, PA, April 25, 2025 – Streamlight®, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting, announced the launch of the MegaStream® HP USB, the newest addition to the Stream™ series of handheld flashlights. The MegaStream HP USB is a high candela powerhouse, delivering 310,000 candela and a beam distance of 1,114 meters, an impressive performance for a light of its size.

Engineered for professionals and everyday users alike, the MegaStream HP USB offers three lighting modes, a push-button tail cap switch with momentary or constant on operation, and a USB-C rechargeable design. It is ideal for those who require far-reaching, ultra-bright illumination in a handheld, lightweight format.

The light provides 1,350 lumens on High, 470 lumens on Medium, and 145 lumens on Low, with run times of two, four, and 15 hours respectively. The MegaStream HP USB is powered by a 3,500mAh Streamlight SL-B34® lithium-ion battery pack with an onboard safety circuit. Charging is simple with a sliding sleeve that reveals the USB-C port, and an LED indicator shows charging status: red for charging, green for charged.

“The MegaStream HP USB is the perfect blend of extreme performance and everyday portability,” said Michael F. Dineen, Streamlight President. “It delivers a powerful downrange beam, ideal for users who need serious light in a convenient, rechargeable package.”

Built to withstand tough conditions, the MegaStream HP USB is constructed from machined aluminum alloy with a Type II MIL-Spec anodized finish for abrasion resistance. It features an unbreakable glass lens, is IPX7 waterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutes, and is impact-resistance tested to 1 meter.

The MegaStream HP USB measures 6.61 inches in length, has a 1-inch body diameter and 2.24-inch head diameter, and weighs 9 ounces with battery. It is available in Black and ships with a USB-C cord, removable pocket clip and a holster. The light has an MSRP of $219.00 and comes with Streamlight’s Limited Lifetime Warranty.

www.streamlight.com

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NRAAM 25 – New Streamlight High Candela TLR-1

Saturday, April 26th, 2025

Streamlight debuted the introduced the TLR-1 HP-X USB/TLR-1 HP-X, a high-candela weapon light for full-size and compact railed handguns at NRAAM 2025.

The multi-fuel light gives users the choice of using either cost-saving SL-B9 USB-C rechargeable battery packs or 3-volt CR123A lithium batteries.

The TLR-1 HP-X USB/TLR-1 HP-X features a white power LED and a special optic that produces a concentrated beam with optimum peripheral illumination. The new light delivers 1,300 lumens and 77,000 candela over a 555-meter beam distance when using two Streamlight SL-B9® Li-Ion 850mAh USB-C rechargeable battery packs, and 1,000 lumens and 53,000 candela over 460 meters with two 3-volt CR123A lithium batteries inserted. The rechargeable battery packs charge within 2.5 hours via an included USB-C cord or an optional bank charger. Run times range from 60 minutes using the SL-B9 battery packs to 90 minutes using disposable batteries.

The new light has customizable rear switches (standard or extended) to the left and right of the trigger guard for ambidextrous operation and to match shooting preferences. The new model provides momentary and constant-on operation and includes a user-activated strobe. It also features a hinged face cap with robust release controls that allow for front-loaded battery changes without removing the light from the firearm.

Fabricated from 6000 series machined aluminum with a black anodized finish, the TLR-1 HP-X USB/TLR-1 HP-X has a switch housing made from impact- and chemical-resistant engineering polymer. The new light weighs 5.43 ounces using two SL-B9 batteries and 5.20 ounces with two CR123A batteries. It measures 3.70 inches long.

With extensively live-fire tested, impact-resistant construction, the model features an IPX7-rated design, making it waterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutes.

www.streamlight.com

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