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ARKTIS Adds PenCott-GreenZone To Its Roster of Camouflage Patterns

Thursday, August 26th, 2021

“ARKTIS” is a legendary brand name within the UK and northern/western European military and law enforcement sectors. Originally founded in the town of Exeter in Devon by a former Royal Marine officer in 1985, the brand is now owned by Francis Dinsmore Ltd., a 230 year old textile producer in Northern Ireland.

ARKTIS was one of the very first companies that catered specifically to the needs of special operations forces, as well as regular units deployed on specialized operations – such as peacekeeping and patrolling. It could in fact be said that ARKTIS was one of the founding fathers of the revolution in military gear that we have seen develop over the past 25-30 years.

No company or brand survives by resting on its laurels though, and ARKTIS has always been known for innovating and making things that are better made and more attuned to the needs of end-users than standard options. This extends right down to the fabric that ARKTIS constructs its combat garments from. ARKTIS uses a tough, nIR-compliant, 50/50 poly-cotton ripstop fabric that is specially woven, printed, and DWR treated for them by Dinsmore.

Among various solid colors and camouflage patterns, ARKTIS is now manufacturing a range of their garments and headgear in the PenCott-GreenZone pattern. Officially licensed by Hyde Definition Ltd., ARKTIS GreenZone® camo garments are already in use protecting UK Police teams on special rural surveillance operations. A range of GreenZone items can also now be purchased by ARKTIS wholesalers and dealers – and also through the ARKTIS commercial webstore for individual purchasers.

PenCott-GreenZone was developed through years of independent research by Dom Hyde in the UK, and has been successfully proven as an amazingly effective camouflage pattern by users all around the world since its introduction to the market in 2011. The PenCott pattern geometry is so effective because it combines superior shape disruption as well as the illusion of 3D depth through texture matching techniques in a hybrid combination of omnidirectional micro, midi, and macro fractal elements.

See more about the whole family of PenCott patterns at www.pencottcamo.com and view the full range of ARKTIS GreenZone garments at www.arktis.co.uk.

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DroneShield Enters C-UAS Training and Simulation Market

Wednesday, August 25th, 2021

DroneShield Ltd (ASX:DRO) (“DroneShield” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the release of DroneSim, a lightweight and rapidly deployable UAS/drone simulator that is able to mimic common drone signals for the purpose of C-UAS system testing and validation. The device is capable of generating aerial (UAV), ground (UGV) and water surface (USV) drone signals.

Constructed within a ruggedized hard case with MIL-SPEC connectors, DroneSim is durable and requires minimal training to install and operate. When connected to a network, DroneSim can be operated remotely. This allows for faster system testing and system testing in environments where drones may be unable to fly. An easy-to-use GUI allows the user to select between different drone/UAS protocols and requires minimal training to use. The product was developed in response to customer demand.

DroneShield’s CEO Oleg Vornik commented, “We are excited to launch DroneSim as our entry in the important market for training and simulation systems. As a global leader in the C-UAS space, DroneShield is well positioned to expand its solution ecosystem into this area”.

The product is expected to be of significant interest to a range of DroneShield customers globally across military, law enforcement, and Government agencies.

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Robotic Research Awarded SBIR Phase II Contract from Defense Threat Reduction Agency

Wednesday, August 25th, 2021

CLARKSBURG, Md., August 18, 2021–Robotic Research, LLC, a global leader in autonomous technology and solutions, announced today that it was awarded this summer a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II contract from the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA).

As part of the two-year contract, Robotic Research will increase the capacity of its Pegasus Mini, the smallest of the company’s transforming drone/ground robot systems, which DTRA plans to incorporate into the Modular Autonomous Counter-WMD, Increment B (MACS-B) program.

Planned upgrades include changes to the airframe, battery, and computing and sensing capabilities.

“Early on, DTRA recognized how the warfighter could benefit from a hybrid unmanned system that both flies and drives. With their support, we created an initial Pegasus Mini prototype, and we now are advancing it further,” said George McWilliams, Director of Advanced Programs at Robotic Research.

Pegasus Mini weighs just four pounds and is the size of a football when folded up and carried in a backpack. Deployed in the field, it can change back and forth between modes as required by the user and the environment. This gives it access to areas that might stymie a standard ground robot or drone.

“Pegasus Mini can fly into three-story windows. It can perch and stare. It can autonomously navigate, explore and map enemy tunnel systems,” McWilliams said. “We see it as being a critical element in DTRA’s family of robotic systems as well as a powerful tool in the hands of other users.”

The SBIR Phase II, which will include demonstrations in operationally relevant environments, is set to end in June 2023. After that, company officials say Pegasus Mini’s design will be further refined based on user feedback. In the meantime, Robotic Research’s Pegasus line of hybrid unmanned vehicles has garnered interest from allied countries, and Pegasus Mini has received industry accolades.

In May, it was nominated by the Association for Unmanned Vehicles Systems International (AUVSI) as an XCELLENCE Award finalist.

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OuterImpact Releases Modular Red Dot Adapter (M.R.A.) for CZ Shadow 2 Pistols

Wednesday, August 25th, 2021

Garden City, Idaho (August 20, 2021) – OuterImpact® is proud to announce the newest addition to the Modular Red Dot Adapter (M.R.A.) line of products. The OuterImpact® M.R.A. line of adapter plates gives shooters an easy to install option for mounting mini red dot sights onto their CZ Shadow 2 pistols without the need for milling or drilling of the slide. The M.R.A. is made from 7075 Aluminum and features a hard coat black anodize. Most mounting screws are included with the M.R.A. for popular red dot sights.

The CZ Shadow 2 is an exceptional pistol used by many shooters for competition where a red dot equipped handgun is very popular. This M.R.A. now allows shooters to put a mini red dot sight on the pistol increasing accuracy while not having to permanently modify the pistol with machining.

The OuterImpact® M.R.A. is compatible with the following optics:

• Trijicon RMR/ SRO
• Doctor Optic
• Insight MRDS
• Eotech MRDS
• Leupold Delta Point
• Leupold Delta Point Pro
• Vortex Razor
• Vortex Viper
• Vortex Venom
• Burris Fast Fire 2 & 3
• CMORE RTS & STS
• Shield RMS
• Holosun 507c/ 407c V1 (requires 6-40 Screws for Holosun V1)
• Holosun 507c/ 407c V2 (requires 6-40 Screws for Holosun V2)
• UTG Reflex Micro Dot
• TrueGlo Tru-Tec
• Sig Romeo 3
• Sig Romeo 3 Max
• Sig Romeo 3 XL
• Crimson Trace CTS-1250
• Springfield Hex Dragonfly
• Bushnell RXS-100 and 250

To learn more about the CZ Shadow 2 M.R.A., please click here.

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Qore Performance Expanding its Team, Adds Government Sales Specialist

Wednesday, August 25th, 2021

Sterling, VA – Thermoregulation and human performance specialists Qore Performance are expanding their team with the recent hire of Ian Stout in the role of Government Sales Specialist. A Marine Corps Veteran and native of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Ian joins Qore Performance with a wealth of experience in getting the men and women of the military, law enforcement and Fire/EMS the equipment they need to do their job effectively. “With both our MIL/LE and our Safety/Device businesses growing at a torrid pace, we needed to bring on additional team members to maintain the level of service we demand of ourselves for our customers,” said Justin Li, Co-Founder and CEO of Qore Performance, “and this is why we are so excited to have Ian onboard.”

Ian brings over 10 years of government sales experience to Qore Performance, supporting some of the world’s most elite units with the equipment they need to conduct operations globally. When asked about why he joined Qore Performance Ian remarked “The forward-thinking design philosophy behind Qore Performance products is what really got me interested. In researching the IcePlate and the IceAge Ecosystem as a whole, I couldn’t believe all of the science required to build tools that prevent heat injuries and boost physiological performance. Their design and problem solving philosophy is totally different than anything I’ve ever seen. It really made me want to be a part of the Qore Performance team.”

Qore Performance is constantly looking to expand its team. Click here to explore current opportunities. For Sales Inquiries, contact:

Doug Burr, Director of Sales and Business Development Ian Stout, Government Sales Specialist

P: 703.755.0724

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S.O.TECH Delivers 8000 M320A1 Grenade Launcher Weapon Retention Clamps to USMC

Wednesday, August 25th, 2021

S.O.Tech is proud to have worked with the USMC to develop a solution to the difficult challenge of securely retaining the M320. This is a cumbersome device with scope and stock making it sway and shift on the vest. A stable carriage platform that still offers speed draw and field repairability was needed.

The Solution: SOTECH’s weapon clamp was designed to pull the weapon close to the body with the pistol grip angled inward. The clamp uses a plastic insert to grip the frame of the weapon rather than the trigger guard. The clamp is indented on one side and flat on the other side, allowing the weapon to lay flat on the shooter. Detents on both sides would have angle the weapon outward creating sway. Three MOLLE compatible loops provide a stable attachment that pulls the weapon against the shooter.

Quadruple retention with a plastic lined front strap fastened by a side lock buckle common to all military issue rigs pro-vides easy manipulation and security. Stiffened straps keep them from dangling and catching in the action or in the sight mount. The elastic grip retention is anchored for an easy no-look find and manipulation. Its pistol grip loop is rubber grip lined flat elastic for a better hold on the weapon.

And in case of a failure with the plastic clamp, it can be easily removed and replaced, as can the elastic grip strap which can also be tightened if the elastic wears. M320A1 Grenade Launcher Weapon Retention Clamp is patented and has additional patents pending. Available on GSA and through DLA. Government price is $45.60.

RETENTION CLAMP, Right GLRC-RT-CB NSN: 1005-01-691-9293;

RETENTION CLAMP, Left GLRC-LT-CB NSN: 1005-01-691-9289;

RETENTION CLAMP INSERT GLWRCPI NSN: 1005-01-691-9320

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WTF Hydration Back Panel 91 for Spiritus Systems Covert

Tuesday, August 24th, 2021

Hydration Back Panel 91 for Spiritus Systems LV119 COVERT is available in small, medium, large, and XL. Back Panel 91 is designed for use with Source Kangaroo, WLPS, and ILPS bladder and CamelBak’s 70oz and 100oz short bladders.

Back Panel 91 has milspec elastic and VELCRO® Brand ONE-WRAP® loops for hydro and cable routing. A laser cut laminate bikini slides over the plate bag for secure mounting.

Back Panel 91 uses MIL-DTL-32439 500D nylon, A-A-55126 nylon hook & loop, A-A-59826 bonded nylon thread, MIL-W-5691 nylon elastic, YKK USA heavy duty zippers, and well compensated, skilled labor to produce a cost effective part.

WTF’s Back Panel 91 is manufacturable. Whether for direct or dealer sale, this design is realistic for us to keep in stock or near stock with (as close to) on demand cut & sew (as we can get) and replenishing inventory on the fly. This design represents a balance of durability, ease of assembly, machine operator fatigue reduction, COTS materials use, cost effective cut and sew methods, self jigging/locating design, scalability, and usability.

Back Panel 91 for Spiritus Systems LV119 OVert is lightweight at just 6.8oz / 192g. Introductory price.

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*bladder not included*

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Congressman Jim Langevin Visits G-Form Global Headquarters

Tuesday, August 24th, 2021

The Company’s revolutionary SmartFlex™ technology continues to advance to better protect U.S. warfighters

PROVIDENCE, RI, August 23, 2021 – G-Form®, a technology-driven protective solutions provider and leading manufacturer of high-performance wearable gear, last week received a special visit from Congressman Jim Langevin, representing Rhode Island’s 2nd Congressional District. Congressman Langevin is the Chair of the HASC cyber, innovative technologies, and information systems subcommittee.

G-Form, a member of the Warrior Protection and Readiness Coalition (WPRC), creates innovative products that provide dynamic protection to enhance athlete performance, and are tailored for a variety of team sports, such as baseball, soccer, hockey, and basketball, as well as action sports, such as mountain biking and snowboarding. Congressman Langevin’s visit followed a meeting between U.S. Senator Jack Reed and G-Form executives in March, which assisted G-Form in continued development efforts to serve warfighters with greatly improved, innovative protective gear. Senator Reed is the Chair of the Senate Armed Service Committee (SASC), which oversees the U.S. Department of Defense.

“It was our pleasure to host Congressman Langevin at our global headquarters,” said Glen Giovanucci, CEO of G-Form. “Without question, our unique ability to serve as a leading technology-driven solutions provider on the athletic field can translate
to the battlefield. We view warfighters as tactical athletes, and are committed to developing better, unique innovations to enhance their performance. Following Senator Reed’s visit to our manufacturing plant in March, our team has worked tirelessly to carefully listen to the needs of warfighters and have been developing a range of solutions that can better prepare our warfighters for success. As a proud Rhode Island-based manufacturer utilizing U.S.-based raw materials, we look forward to working closely with Congressman Langevin and his team to appropriately field these innovative products to protect those who protect our country.”

G-Form’s patented protective gear technology, called SmartFlex™, is created using advanced polymer formulas. All products are designed to allow freedom of movement while minimizing risk of injury by hardening on impact, allowing users to push their physical limits without sacrificing performance, comfort, or style. SmartFlex is 100% waterproof and machine washable.

Utilized by a wide range of sports and outdoor activities, G-Form products are trusted by hundreds of professional athletes around the world, including players throughout professional baseball, such as another four-time All-Star, Manny Machado; world class mountain bike riders, like FMB World Tour and Crankworx Champion, Emil Johansson; and professional soccer players spanning the most elite levels of play globally. In addition, G-Form is the official protective partner of Perfect Game, the recognized pathway to Division 1 college and professional baseball opportunities worldwide.

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