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FLIR Wins DARPA Contract Worth Up to $20.5M to Develop Revolutionary New Protective Fabrics for Chem-Bio Defense

Monday, April 12th, 2021

Personalized Protective Biosystems (PPB) Program Will Create Fabrics with Built-In Ability to Fight Chemical and Biological Agents, from VX to Chlorine Gas to Ebola Virus

ARLINGTON, Va.–FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced it has won a contract with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to rapidly develop novel fabrics with embedded catalysts and chemistries that can fight and reduce chemical and biological threats upon contact. The revolutionary fabrics will be incorporated into protective suits and other equipment such as boots, gloves, and eye protection that can be worn by troops on the battlefield, medical experts, healthcare workers, and more. FLIR received $11.2 million in initial funding for the potential five-year effort worth up to $20.5 million, including options.

The goal of DARPA’s Personalized Protective Biosystems (PPB) program is to reduce the substantial weight and physiological burden of current Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) so soldiers and other specialists can better perform their tasks. PPB will combine novel, lightweight protective materials with new prophylactic medical technologies that mitigate chemical and biological threats at vulnerable tissue barriers, notably the eyes, skin and lungs. The complete system will enable troops and first responders to operate without the burden of carrying and wearing PPE, which can cause heat stress and reduce time spent completing the mission.

“With lives at stake, future operators wearing PPB suits will gain a major edge in staying protected from toxic chemicals and emerging biological threats such as dangerous viruses,” said Mark Stock, VP and general manager of the Sensor Systems business at FLIR. “We’re honored DARPA has chosen us to lead this extraordinary and highly innovative effort to develop first-of-its-kind protective fabrics for our nation’s warfighters, health and public safety officials.”

FLIR and its teaming partners will develop a prototype fabric material, the Integrated Soldier Protective System (ISPS), for testing by government laboratories. Work will be performed at FLIR facilities in Pittsburgh. The ISPS award consists of a two-year base period, two-year first option, and one-year final option. The result after five years will be a suite of prototype protective fabrics and garments ready for transition to a program of record with the U.S. Department of Defense.

FLIR safeguards people and property by providing tools that see and sense harmful Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE) substances. For more on FLIR Systems’ threat detection products, visit www.flir.com/threat-detection/.

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SOLGW Opens Armorer Classes

Monday, April 12th, 2021

San Antonio – 12 APR 2021 Sons of Liberty Gun Works (SOLGW) has several open enrollment 2-day AR15 Armorer Courses throughout the country coming up. The 2-day course is a comprehensive in nature on the AR15 weapon system. At the completion of this class you will have the skills and knowledge necessary to perform proper assembly/ disassembly, barreling procedures, perform routine maintenance and inspections. You will have a better understanding of the cycle of operation and how to troubleshoot component problems and keep your weapon operational. Students will also learn about gas port sizing and component specifications.

The course is taught under the watchful eye of Mike Mihalski and senior armorers from the SOLGW facility.

For a complete open enrollment listing follow this link:

sonsoflibertygw.com/product-category/classes

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Lonestar Future Weapons Forms Strategic Alliance with True Velocity to Bring Manufacturing Expertise and Innovation to Force Modernization

Monday, April 12th, 2021

Texas-based companies will design and produce next generation weapon systems and manufacturing technology

GARLAND, TX (April 12, 2021) – Lonestar Future Weapons announced today a strategic partnership with composite-cased ammunition manufacturer True Velocity to leverage the two companies’ substantial expertise in R&D, precision manufacturing, quality control and production efficiency.

The announcement also signals the execution of a post-development phase strategy by General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems and Lonestar Future Weapons in their bid for the U.S. Army’s Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) program, allowing the strategic partners to ensure the efficient fulfillment of the best overall weapon system to the warfighter.

Lonestar Future Weapons will assume the prime contractor role in the final stage of the NGSW weapons system submission, focused on manufacturing the advanced weapons required to meet or exceed all standards set forth by the U.S. Army. True Velocity will continue to serve as an ammunition subcontractor responsible for the provision of its advanced 6.8TVCM composite-cased cartridge. Together, Lonestar Future Weapons and True Velocity will develop additional next-generation weapons and ammunition solutions, targeting forthcoming force modernization contracts.

Lonestar Future Weapons is led by a team that includes third-generation American manufacturers with deep experience in the aerospace and defense industries. Chief among them is Automatic Products Corporation, an AS9100:2015 Rev D-registered manufacturer of high-precision machined and assembled components. Established in 1957, APC operates out of a 118,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility in Garland, Texas.

“We are going to bring weapons systems to market that fire the most advanced, accurate and reliable ammunition available, and we’re going to build them here in America,” said Craig Etchegoyen, chairman of Lone Star Future Weapons. “Our speed-to-manufacturing and domestic production will undoubtedly enhance the growth of the defense industrial base in the U.S.”

“True Velocity composite-cased ammunition represents a paradigm shift in terms of what is possible with internal ballistics,” said Kevin Boscamp, chairman and CEO of True Velocity. “Our strategic partnership with Lone Star Future Weapons and APC to design and optimize future weapons around our ammunition represents an unprecedented advancement in defense innovation that provides our warfighters with an unfair advantage on the battlefield.”

Current production includes a semi-automatic rifle and an automatic rifle designed to shoot True Velocity’s proprietary 6.8mm composite-cased ammunition. Lone Star Future Weapons and True Velocity also plan to develop a lightweight medium machine gun, as well as commercially available products in the future.

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SureFire Now Shipping XSC Family of Micro-compact Handgun WeaponLights

Monday, April 12th, 2021

Fountain Valley, CA—SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s finest—and most innovative—illumination tools and tactical products, is now shipping the all-new, rechargeable SureFire XSC family of micro-compact handgun WeaponLights. SureFire previously launched the XSC but ran into battery supply issues related to Covid-19. These logistics issues have since been corrected.

Extremely compact, lightweight, and durable, the XSC’s micro-footprint keeps your weapon concealable while providing the added security of a duty-grade WeaponLight. It measures less than 2 inches in length and weighs a mere 1.7 ounces—you won’t even know it’s there unless you need it. Every model in the XSC family seamlessly and securely attaches to specific handgun models: The XSC-A fits the GLOCK 43X & 48 with accessory rail, and also GLOCK 43X MOS and 48 MOS models; the XSC-P365 fits the SIG SAUER P365, P365 X RomeoZero, P365 SAS, P365 XL, and P365 XL RomeoZero; the XSC-HELLCAT fits the Springfield Armory Hellcat and Hellcat RDP.

The XSC’s ambidextrous switching offers easy, intuitive momentary- or constant-on activation with one or two hands. Its premium LED delivers 350 lumens of intense white light via SureFire’s parabolic reflector technology, creating a concentrated hot spot with significant throw and surrounding spill. The resulting beam pattern provides excellent illumination at target distances up to 25 yards.

The XSC’s rugged aerospace aluminum body is MIL-A-8625 Type III, Class 2 hard-anodized for scratch and corrosion resistance. The lithium polymer battery can easily be changed without removing the WeaponLight from the host handgun, an essential feature for those who train with their gear. Every XSC comes with a SureFire cradle charger capable of charging two batteries simultaneously. Each battery features a LED fuel-gauge, displaying charge level upon the press of a button. If you’re serious about personal protection, there’s no excuse. The XSC is your only option.

Learn more: www.surefire.com/products/illumination/weapon-lights/xsc-weaponlight

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DroneShield Reports US Law Enforcement Initial Order

Saturday, April 10th, 2021

DroneShield Ltd (ASX:DRO) (“DroneShield” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce it has received an initial order from a high profile US law enforcement agency.

The order comprises of a mobile system of two passive/non-emitting UAS detection sensors, deployed in a mobile configuration, enabling rapid system setup, for detection and tracking of nefarious UAS. The order is expected to lead to follow up orders with this and other US law enforcement agencies. The payment for the order is expected to be in the current 2Q21 quarter.

Oleg Vornik, DroneShield’s CEO, commented, “We are pleased to continue expanding the breadth of our US customer base, now reaching into law enforcement. It is a large and important market, and this initial deployment will serve as a reference case for expected follow-on sales.”

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Schiebel Camcopter S-100 Performs Maritime Surveillance for Romanian Border Police

Saturday, April 10th, 2021

Vienna, 8 April 2021 – The Romanian Border Police operates the CAMCOPTER® S-100 for maritime surveillance purposes. The Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) service is delivered by the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) and is also extended to Bulgaria.

Stationed in Mangalia, the CAMCOPTER® S-100 supports the Romanian authorities in carrying out general Coast Guard functions, conducting day-to-day monitoring and surveillance of all shipping including port security, as well as responding to any search and rescue, accident and disaster needs. The S-100 executes these various tasks equipped with an L3 Wescam Electro-Optical / Infra-Red (EO/IR) camera gimbal, an Overwatch Imaging PT-8 Oceanwatch, a Becker Avionics BD406 Emergency Beacon Locator and an Automatic Identification System (AIS) receiver.

Operations in Romania and Bulgaria are part of the EMSA awarded multi-year maritime surveillance contract for a Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) RPAS, awarded to Schiebel in November 2018. In the execution of this contract, Schiebel provides simultaneous maritime surveillance services to several EU member states and EU bodies. Most recently, the CAMCOPTER® S-100 was operational in France, Denmark, Finland and Croatia.

Hans Georg Schiebel, Chairman of the Schiebel Group, said: “Once more, we are supporting local authorities with our ‘eye in the sky’. The CAMCOPTER® S-100 has proven its outstanding capabilities numerous times and we are proud to be working with EMSA on supporting EU member states with these vital tasks.”

www.schiebel.net

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Savage Arms Announces Sponsorship of The Canadian Rimfire Precision Series

Friday, April 9th, 2021

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – April 09, 2021 – Savage Arms is pleased to announce that it has signed on as a Gold Sponsor to the Canadian Rimfire Precision Series. The series includes more than twenty events annually, and Savage’s Precision Series rifles are a perfect fit for these competitions.

“The Canadian Rimfire Precision Series (CRPS) is proud to announce a sponsorship agreement with Savage Arms in support of its 2021 season,” Rick Katigbak, Founder and President of the CRPS, said. “The CRPS is a non-profit organization founded in 2018 to introduce and promote the competitive shooting sports to Canadians coast-to-coast and hosts over 100 events and over 1500 competitors annually. The partnership with Savage Arms will allow the CRPS to host more events in 2021 and provide competitors with the opportunity to see, first-hand, Savage’s line of precision rimfire rifles including the new competition-oriented B22 Precision models.”

By standardizing on the rimfire .22 long rifle cartridge for its competitions, CRPS provides fun, challenging and cost-effective events suitable for participants of all ages and experience levels.

“We’re proud to have this opportunity to work with the CRPS,” said Beth Shimanski, Director of Marketing at Savage Arms. “Our MARK II and Precision Series rimfire rifles are ideal for these type of rimfire matches—it is what they’re built to do, but there’s much more to this sponsorship. The CRPS is opening up affordable shooting sports to everyone and that fits perfectly with the mission of Savage Arms.”

More information on the Canadian Rimfire Precision Series can be found at rimfireprecision.ca.

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FROG.PRO – R+ MRTB SAR KIT | What You Need When Others Need You

Friday, April 9th, 2021

April 1, 2021, Italy – FROG.PRO is proud to present the new “RESCUE” line dedicated to professionals and operators in the search and rescue fields.

A line, still under development, characterized by “High-Visibility” colors with retro-reflective details to guarantee the operator’s safety and by the use of strongly water-repellent fabrics that allow rapid and deep cleaning of the fabric even if soiled by biological liquids.

At the top of RESCUE line products stands the new R+ MRTB SAR Kit which takes the search and rescue missions to a higher level.

The patented Multi Purpose Organizer panels are configured by the operator to secure ready-to-use medical instruments and equipment.

When everything is in the right place, the operator can focus his attention to the fundamentals: speed of action, concentration and precision to minimize any margin of error.

The super slim design of the R+ Light Reconnaissance Harness perfectly matches the shoulder straps of the multiday and first aid backpacks without causing any discomfort. This feature is particularly appreciated by rescuers engaged in long-duration SAR missions.

The R+ Modular Reconnaissance Task Bag and the R+ Orthos Med Pouch offer a fully customizable solution for the transport and use of medical devices thanks to the supplied Multi Purpose Organizer panels.

The target on which the FROG.PRO brand focuses its attention is to allow the operator to finally decide what to carry, where, in what quantity and with which retention system, without any hindrance due to pre-set solutions: the only limit it is the imagination.

The full configurability and versatility of the R+ MRTB SAR Kit make it a perfect platform to be used on the field.

Last but not least some details: just a little more than 1 kg of weight, slick design, easy washing thanks to the technical fabrics and a high degree of visibility given by the bright colors widely used in the sector and guaranteed, even in low light conditions, from the Reflex fabric with Class1 retro-reflective characteristics.

A perfectly awesome organization of the equipment.

FROG.PRO R+ MRTB SAR Kit
FROG.PRO Rescue Line

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