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SOMA – MATBOCK

Monday, December 16th, 2013

MATBOCK has introduced the new R-LIFT Rigid Litter System. Weighing in at just 6.5 lbs, it shares the same collapsible carbon fiber poles as the S-LIFT and is designed for vertical extraction.

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Built to carry up to 400 lbs, it incorporates an inflatable head stabilization bladder as well as webbing patient restraints. The R-LIFT’s body is made from neoprene impregnated nylon that has been dye cut for maritime use as well as weight savings. This component has been reinforced with 6 hinged, composite bars. Additionally, the foot of the litter integrates a rapidly deplorable space blanket to keep patients warm.

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All of this collapses down to fit into this spiffy pack. Since it’s only the size of a laptop, it can obviously be carried in other packs as well.

www.MATBOCK.com

SOMA – Zanfel Labs

Monday, December 16th, 2013

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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. It 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 a couple of times over the past few years and it offers relief within hours.

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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.

Another resource includes a map. Hard copies of the poster above can be requested by contacting dboelman@zanfel.com, or 1-800-401-4002, menu option 1.

www.zanfel.com

Special Operations Medical Association

Monday, December 16th, 2013

Each year the Special Operations Medical Association hosts the Scientific Assembly, a Multi-day seminar and trade show in Tampa, Florida, home of USSOCOM. Originally founded as a community of interest for SOF medical personnel, over the years membership has expanded to include tactical medical practitioners from the civilian sector.

Over the next two days, SSD will bring you coverage of some of the highlights from the show floor.

www.specialoperationsmedicine.org

Raine Inc. BOK Preview

Saturday, December 14th, 2013

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The BOK is a upcoming medical kit developed by Raine Inc in collaboration with members of AFSOC. It is a two-part system composed predominately of 500D Cordura nylon and 4-way stretch fabric from Duro. It mounts to a belt using standard MOLLE with tuck tabs, and large, tight elastic loops with hook tape tabs.

The aid kit portion features an “ambi-pull” which allows the user to reach down with either hand to extract the aid kit from the sleeve. The 4-way compression of the sleeve keeps the aid kit in place, along with a small amount of hook and loop internally.

The BOK will be available soon on www.raineblack.com/.

What’s New at Katylist?

Wednesday, November 13th, 2013

Katylist has expanded their offerings with several new lines including the new STINGRAY Lvl IIIA ACH from Victory Tactical Gear.

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They’ve also introduced the SONS Trauma Kit from Phokus Research Group.

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Finally, Katylist offers the 1110 Gear Kydex CAT Tourniquet Holder.

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SONS Trauma Kit from Phokus Research Group

Tuesday, November 12th, 2013

Phokus Research Group produced this great video that covers the SONS Trauma Kit and how to deploy it.

phokusresearch.com/phokus-products/sons_trauma_kit

HTC/Rogue Gunfighter Low Vis Demo Day – Tactical Medical Solutions Active Shooter Response Kit

Saturday, October 12th, 2013

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Tactical Medical Solutions’ Active Shooter Response Kit allows individuals responding to active shooter situations to render aid and initiate evacuation of multiple causalities without slowing down an assault or clearing process of a structure or incident area.

Contained within the bag are ARK casualty throw kits. These are individually packaged med kits designed to be rapidly distributed to and utilized by uninjured individuals on scene. They contain basic treatment material and simple bi-lingual instruction for providing initial treatment for causalities until a rescue effort arrives. A casualty marker contained within the kit allows responders to quickly identify the injured for treatment.

The bag is not dedicated solely to basic aid, however. Multiple storage compartments allow medics moving with the clearing element not only to distribute throw kits as needed but also to maintain more advanced equipment for treatment of teammates if necessary.

The ARK contains:

– 2x SOF Tactical Tourniquet-W
– 2x Olaes 4” bandage
– 2x Olaes 6” bandage
– 1x Blast bandage
– 7x Cravat
– 2x Splint
– 2x 28F NPA with lube
– 1x Tac Med Surgical Airway Kit with Hook
– 2x 14ga x 3.25” angiocath
– 2x Halo Chest seals (4 Halo Seals)
– 2x Petrolatum Gauze
– 2x 2” surgical tape
– 1x Trauma Shears 7.5”
– 5x Gloves (pairs)
– 1x Helios system with active warming x1
– 5x Tac Med Solutions Combat Casualty Tag x5

The ARK comes standard with 7 throw kits. Each contains:

– 1x SOF Tactical tourniquet-NH
– 1x Control wrap 4”
– 1x Crinkle gauze
– 1x Emergency blanket
– 1x Bi-lingual instruction card
– 1x Casualty marker panel

The ARK kit is available fully stocked or as a stand alone bag. It comes in ACU, Black, Coyote Tan, and MultiCam.

www.tacmedsolutions.com/store/Products_Detail.php?ProductID=121

HTC/Rogue Gunfighter Low Vis Demo Day – Rogue Gunfighter

Friday, October 11th, 2013

Rogue Gunfighter was displaying their upcoming products at the High Threat Concealment/Rogue Gunfighter Low Vis Demo Day.

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MOAB Armor Carrier

Here’s the MOAB low profile Armor Carrier, which first debuted at SOFIC. It features front panel wings for radios, med gear, etc. Clamshell adapters stay in place via internal Velcro on both the Clamshell and cummerbund. They offer additional PALS webbing and two elastic straps for quick access item retention. It’s also configured to accept clip-on backpacks and chest rigs.

The commercial release of the MOAB will include two Clamshells, and the Octopus detachable chest rig and strap. The Clamshell and Octopus also feature their own SKUs and will be available separately.

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Octopus Chest Rig and Strap

The Octopus Chest Rig and Strap comes standard with the MOAB Armor Carrier. This allows the rig attached to the MOAB to function as a standalone chest rig. It features two integrated pistol and rifle magazine pouches with PALS webbing for additional pouches. The strap itself attaches to the buckles of the chest rig and features a Velcro loop back pad with a threaded inner liner.

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NO Vis Ankle Med Kit

The NO Vis Ankle Med Kit is a padded, low profile medical pouch designed to be worn underneath a pant leg. It utilizes Velcro hook and loop to stay sealed, and folds out to reveal multiple elastic compartments for medical gear, with one of the compartments featuring a Velcro hook strap to secure a pair of scissors. It also features a breathable mesh liner.

www.roguegunfighter.com/