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Sneak Peak – SOTech Debuts Tactical Medical Belt System At SOMSA

Monday, May 23rd, 2016

This Tuesday through Thursday, SOTech will display its latest medical designs at the Special Operations Medical Association’s SOMSA conference. Spotlighted will be a tactical medical belt system designed for SOF medics.

It is based off SOTech’s next gen version of their contoured padded pistol belt. Included is a lower back comfort/support pad. It combines with a series of pouches including SOTech’s flat small of the back medical pouch designs, derivative of SOTech’s innovation the Viper Flat IFAK. It also includes combination magazine /medical pouches derivative of SOTech’s early Hellcat Chest Rig concepts. SOMSA will be held at the Charlotte (NC) Conference Center.

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Posted in Advertiser, Medical, Press Release, SOMA | 20 Comments »

Federal Resources Completes Acquisition of KD Analytical

Monday, May 9th, 2016

Federal Resources is a contract holder for Defense Logistics Agency’s Special Operations Tailored Logistics System program.

The acquisition builds upon Federal Resources’ mission to increase market penetration and provide its customers with complete life-cycle sustainment solutions.

Stevensville, MD — April 29, 2016 — Federal Resources Supply Company (FRSC), a leading government contracting company, announced today that it has acquired KD Analytical Consulting, Inc. The acquisition significantly expands upon Federal Resources’ current success in providing high-quality, cost-effective total life-cycle solutions for its customers in first response and special mission operations of Department of Defense, state and local agencies, first responders, navy fleet and commercial marine organizations. In addition, KD Analytical’s expertise in critical infrastructure protection and environmental analysis greatly advances Federal Resources’ capability to serve these complementary markets.

Founded in 2003, Harrisburg, PA based KD Analytical Consulting, Inc. (KDA) is a leader in the support of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive (CBRNE) detection equipment and provides worldwide mission sustainment, technical support, service and training to government and military first responders, critical infrastructure protection and environmental analytical clients. The company provides technical support and repair services to some of the largest CBRNE response organizations in the United States.

“KDA’s market-leading technical services, high caliber management team, and its commitment to quality are a perfect fit with Federal Resources’ mission and values,” said Robert McWilliams, Chief Executive Officer, FRSC. “Bringing these unique capabilities into our company significantly improves our ability to service what we sell, providing end-to-end sustainment solutions for our customers who protect the nation.”

“By teaming with one of the nation’s most successful, growth-oriented government contracting companies, KDA can leverage FRSC’s resources and market penetration to enhance its leadership position and deliver our complementary services to a much wider audience,” said Patrick Dempsey, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, KDA. “We are pleased to combine our strengths and offer improved solutions to the military, first responder, critical infrastructure protection, and homeland security communities we serve.”

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Warrior West – Phokus Research Groups Helps ‘Stop The Bleed’

Thursday, May 5th, 2016

DHS has a new campaign called ‘Stop the Bleed‘ and Phokus Research Group has introduced a new line of products for institutional use. Phokus works with the user group to create bundles of their Individual Active Shooter Throw Kits in different configurations. The design is Modular. The Throw Kits attach to the larger bags via Velcro allowing a wide variety of load outs and quick deployment when they are needed. Additionally, each Throw Kit is poly bagged with zipper entry so you not only can see what’s in it, but also maintain it.

For example, the kit above is a bit more extensive and offers additional tools aside from the Individiual Active Shooter Throw Kits. It could be stored at an entry control point.

This is the Active Shooters Bag which might go in a patrol car or stored at a central location on each floor of a building. It can be hung when needed and the six Throw Kits quickly put into action.

Each Individiual Active Shooter Throw Kits contains:

-1 x Tourniquet (CAT or SOFTT-W)
-1 x Combat Gauze
-1 x Chest Seal
-1 x Frog Guaze (Z-fold nonwoven gauze)
-1 x Frog Tape (6 x 2″x9″ strips of medical tape)
-1 x Pair of Nitrile Gloves

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Posted in Medical, Warrior Expo | 5 Comments »

It’s Spring (sort of), Time To Break Out The Zanfel

Thursday, April 14th, 2016

Spring means that plants are coming back and an increased chance of contact with poison ivy.

We first mentioned Zanfel Poison Ivy Wash from Zanfel Labs during Modern Day Marine 2011 when we found out that it is designed to allow an affected person to literally wash away urushiol oil which is the toxin contained in certain plants. This toxin irritates 85% of the population. The Zanfel wash can be used at anytime after contact and on any part of the body, including the face and genitals. This stuff really works. We’ve used it several times over the past few years and it offers relief within hours. Additionally, it can be used to wash clothing and bedding to help mitigate the effects of the rash.

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Zanfel Labs is offering this graphic to help instruct people how to identify the plants that secrete urushoil thereby preventing irritations before they happen. We asked if we could share it and they agreed. Also, don’t forget, poison ivy oils can stay viable for up to 5 years. Clothing, gear and footwear, in particular laces retain these oils. According to Zanfel Lans, the best cure for this issue is to wash these items with simple dishwashing liquid.

Zanfel’s Skin Wash Poison Ivy Treatment 10 oz Tube has NSN 6501-01-611-2071.

Zanfel also offers a map. Hard copies of the poster above can be requested by contacting them.

www.zanfel.com

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Posted in Medical | 5 Comments »

National Tactical Medicine Competition To Challenge Providers From Around The Country

Wednesday, March 16th, 2016

Two-man teams competing among peers to prove physical and clinical abilities, treating patients in a tactical environment

Charlotte, NC (Feb. 19, 2016) – Today, SOARescue, in partnership with multiple organizations, officially announces the National Tactical Medicine Competition (NTMC). This competition is being held on Sunday, May 22nd in Charlotte, NC at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Fire and Police Training Academy (1770 Shopton Rd, Charlotte, NC 28217).

The National Tactical Medicine Competition is an event created to allow tactical medical providers from around the country the opportunity to collaborate and compete in a community of peers. Civilian Tactical Medicine is a relatively new discipline within the world of pre-hospital medicine. Together with The Committee for Tactical Emergency Casualty Care, we are creating opportunities to increase awareness, collaboration and training. This competition is a great opportunity to bring like-minded individuals together and support a cause greater than self.
The National Tactical Medicine Competition is based on the Tactical Emergency Casualty Care guidelines and all simulated patient care will be in line with the currently approved guidelines. The Committee for Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (C-TECC.org) endorses the NTMC.

Proceeds from the Competition will benefit C-TECC and the improvement of tactical medical care and education.

Teams of two competitors will negotiate through a series of events to challenge both clinical and physical abilities. While the “lanes”, as they are called, will be agnostic to provider level, they will require competency and skill to negotiate successfully. Competitors will proceed through the phases of care. Beginning at direct threat care, minimal treatment is performed but physical ability will be required to move the patient. Teams will transition to indirect threat care where they will be expected to further treat the patient and prepare for evacuation. Following, teams will evacuate the patient to a given location and continue to provide care during evacuation. Teams will then have to continue through specialized skill sets found only in tactical medicine.

The Mission of the Competition is simple, To Preserve Life. Through friendly competition among peers in a community of professionals, competitors and observers alike will all be able to take something away from this unique event.

Competition – Networking – Training – Fellowship

The Competition will consist of 15 two man teams and will be held over 8 hours on May 22nd 2016. Banquet to follow.

Event Details:

Date: May 22nd 2016, 0800-1700
Place: Charlotte Fire and Police Training Academy
Address: 1770 Shopton Rd, Charlotte, NC 28217
Team: 2 competitors per team, 15 Teams
Webpage: www.Tacmedcompetition.com
Sponsorship Contact: Andrew@SOARescue.com
Cost: Competition Team $150.00 Entry fee
Banquet Ticket: $20.00
Attendee: $0.00
Sponsor: Price Varies
Benefits: The Committee for Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (C-TECC.org)

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Mystery Ranch – RFAK Is Now Available

Friday, March 11th, 2016

If you’re like me, you’re asking yourself, “what is in RFAK?” Turns out, the answer is simpler than I thought.

The new Removable First Aid Kit (RFAK) replaces the MR IFAK and was created at the request of a rather well known guy out of Camp Lejeuene. It’s named Removable because it incorporates an insert which holds the medical items and can be removed from the pouch.

Inside the RFAK, the medical contents are contained in an expandable bundle with elastic webbing and held to the pouch with velcro. The outside container is essentially a durable shell for the contents. A pull of the handle allows quick, one-handed access to all the contents. This allows for easier and quicker self-aid or handing off to a buddy.

Available Coyote, OD and MultiCam, the RFAK is available from www.mysteryranch.com/RFAK.

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Posted in Load Carrying, Medical | 7 Comments »

Celox now available on eCat

Thursday, March 10th, 2016

Harrisburg, NC — March 9, 2016 – Combat Medical, a leading developer and distributor of tactical medical equipment and devices, today announced that it has added Celox™ hemorrhage control products to its Department of Defense contracts.

Celox™ is a range of hemostatic devices to control severe traumatic bleeding. All of the products use the same core proven technology and are applied in military medicine and by a range of emergency services including EMT, Law Enforcement, security service, Fire Departments as well as in workplace first aid and remote medicine around the globe.

Celox™ RAPID has been tested and stops arterial bleeding with minimal compression time. Independent laboratory testing on Celox RAPID has shown that this faster treatment significantly reduces blood loss compared to Combat Gauze*.

“We are extremely proud to add this to our eCat this contract,” said CMS President, Chris Murphy. “ECAT is an important channel of procurement for our customers and continues to strengthen our relationship with the DoD and the other federal agencies we support.”

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PHLster Flatpack

Wednesday, March 2nd, 2016

The PHLster Flatpack is an EDC solution for horizontal belt carry of a tourniquet.

Consisting of a plastic backing plate, two polymer coated nylon loops, and an adjustable length of durable elastic shock cord, the PHLster Flatpack was designed by Snake Hound Machine in conjunction with Andrew Henry, of Henry Holsters.

While the Flatpack is designed for everyday carry, it can be converted for use on a duty belt, plate carrier, or vest by using a MALICE clip.

The patent pending PHLster Flatpack is 100% American Made and is backed by a two year warranty.