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PDW Beast Hoodie

Sunday, October 27th, 2019

Rugged, Technical, Alpine Mid-Layer Jacket, Built in the USA with Polartec Fleece

Prometheus Design Werx releases their updated Beast Hoodie this Fall-Winter 2019. Made with Polartec® doubled faced Shearling ThermalPro® Retro Pile fleece, this technical material is a direct, modern descendant of the first pile fleece jackets used by alpinists. This year’s Beast Hoodie is denser, has a tighter fabric knap, and more stability and body. Features include PDW’s signature details of 4 zippered exterior pockets, 4 dummy cord anchor points, ports for media cables, 2 interior stash pockets, double reinforced elbows in 4-way All Terrain Cloth, structured draft resistant thumbhole cuffs, and M.L. hood with A.C. bill. The PDW Beast Hoodie is a distinct, durable, versatile, high performance mid-layer with a direct mountaineering lineage. Built in USA.

The Design and R&D Team at PDW states:

“We updated this highly popular mid-layer style with Polartec’s Shearling ThermalPro Retro Pile fleece this year. This type of pile fleece is a direct, modern descendant of the original pile fleece jackets made for alpinists and mountaineers at the dawn of modern outdoor apparel age where synthetic textiles were introduced into the market. Similar to the High Loft Polartec fleece we used last year, the Shearling Retro Pile type also traps warm air like animal fur to insulate. However, some notable differences in this year’s fleeces are, they are denser, a tighter knap, and have more stability and body. Or in other words, more rugged and burly as these fleeces go. All the signature PDW details and features remain with the 4-way stretch All Terrain Cloth reinforcements, ample pockets with dummy cord anchors, our M.L Hood design and more. Our Beast Hoodie is still characterized by its unique appearance, technical backcountry performance, and is a standout for modern day alpinists, adventurists, wilderness explorers, and the active and discriminating outdoorsman. These jackets are expertly made in our home state of California, USA with genuine Polartec materials.”

The Beast Hoodie is a part of their Made in USA CORE-Line of products by Prometheus Design Werx. Available in Universal Field Gray, Wilderness Green, and Fox Gray.

The Beast Hoodie will be available in all three colors for purchase on Wednesday, October 30th, 2019 at 12:00pm PT via their website, prometheusdesignwerx.com. As a thank you to their customers this year, a free, bonus, exclusive edition, morale patch will be included with each Beast Hoodie purchase.

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Rheinmetall Signs Risk Mitigation Activity Contract for testing of Lynx KF41 for Australia’s Land 400 Phase 3 Program

Sunday, October 27th, 2019

Rheinmetall is pleased to confirm it has signed the Risk Mitigation Activity (RMA) contract with the Commonwealth of Australia for participation in the RMA, including the delivery of three Lynx KF41 Infantry Fighting Vehicles to compete in trials for the AUD 15 billion (EUR 9.5 billion) LAND 400 Phase 3 program. The RMA contract now signed has a value of AUD 50 million (about EUR 30 million).

Lynx KF41 is a next generation tracked, networked and highly protected IFV which meets the stringent military requirements of LAND 400 Phase 3, and offers a platform with significant growth potential. The Australian Army needs a networked, protected and enabled IFV for close combat – to close in and defeat an enemy in the most dangerous and lethal environments for Australian soldiers.

Under the LAND 400 Phase 3 RMA contract, the Commonwealth will undertake an extensive technical and programmatic assessment of the two bidders over a period of 24 months. The vehicles will be operated by Australian Army personnel and tested in Australian terrain under extreme conditions, undertaking lethality, transportability, mobility, troop assessments, blast and ballistic testing. In parallel, the Commonwealth will work with the two bidders in a structured assessment phase in order to optimise technical capability, growth, value for money and national prosperity.

Rheinmetall is currently delivering 211 Boxer 8×8 Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles (CRV) to the Australian Army after the vehicle was selected by the Australian Government following 12 months of RMA trials in 2016-2017. These RMA trials were recognised globally as an exhaustive assessment of the vehicle’s capability and have equipped Rheinmetall with the experience and expertise to deliver the best outcome for LAND 400 Phase 3.

Rheinmetall Defence Australia Managing Director Gary Stewart said the three vehicles designated for RMA trials in Australia would incorporate significant Australian Industry Capability.

“Development, integration and test of the Lynx KF41 vehicles will also take place during RMA at Rheinmetall’s new Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence (MILVEHCOE) in Australia from next year in support of the RMA trials,” Mr Stewart said.

Key vehicle elements of the Lynx KF41 are also being developed and manufactured in Australia by local companies including the alternator (Milspec in Albury), running gear (Supashock in Adelaide) and cables (Cablex in Melbourne).

The modular Lynx KF41 vehicle includes the digital Lance turret with electronic architecture common with the Boxer 8×8 CRV. This will enable the Australian crew to access sensor systems, advanced automatic tracking & targeting capabilities and weapon-integrated battle management all in one connected and enabled platform.

“Should Rheinmetall secure a contract to deliver LAND 400 Phase 3, the Lynx KF41 fleet will be manufactured at the MILVEHCOE, located at Redbank and south west of Brisbane,” Mr Stewart said.

Rheinmetall is already delivering an Australian Industry Network for LAND 400 that builds an industrial capability in Australia. This includes creating high technology enduring jobs for hundreds of Australians by localising design and manufacturing expertise in electro-optics, weapon systems, fire control and sensor systems, turret manufacturing, variant design and manufacture, integration, armour systems, simulation, training and fleet sustainment.

– For more information about Rheinmetall Defence visit: www.rheinmetall-defence.com

– For more information about Lynx KF41 for Land 400 Phase 3 visit: www.lynxifv.com.au

– To follow Rheinmetall Defence Australia visit: @RheinmetallAus

– To follow Lynx KF41 on twitter visit: @lynxifv

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Remote Sensing Network Will Advance Safety and Security Applications in the Arctic

Friday, October 25th, 2019

Copenhagen, Denmark, October 22, 2019 – A new consortium of international companies, called IRSA Development Group (IDG), was announced October 1, 2019, at DEFSEC Atlantic in Halifax, Canada. IDG consists of international companies with expertise in selected technology domains to bring the world an advanced remote sensing network.

Integrated Remote Sensing for the Arctic (IRSA) is a scalable, civilian, all-domain system-of- systems remote sensing solution designed to provide more persistent monitoring of the Arctic. The network comprises satellites, high altitude long endurance (HALE) drones, medium altitude long endurance (MALE) drones, small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS), sea-surface and sub-sea platforms, and ground stations. Technology development for each segment, and their integration, is underway. Initial IRSA services are expected to be available to clients in early 2020.

“We are excited to be part of the IDG collaboration and the development of IRSA. The potential benefits of the IRSA system range from enhancing safety and security applications to supporting Northerners in their response to climate change. The agile team is made up of international leaders in their respective technology areas,” says Paul Adlakha, Managing Director of LOOKNorth at C-CORE.

Recognizing the need for more persistent remote sensing, robust communication and data connectivity in the Arctic, Boeing Defense, Space, and Security (BDS) began an intensive study in 2015, mapping the challenges and identifying gaps in designing and creating a solution to address them. Since then, Boeing has invested in establishing an international consortium to develop the technologies, products and services that can provide that solution through the IRSA program.

“This project is another testament to the reputation of Boeing’s industrial programs and the path for future growth it can provide our partners,” says Maria Laine, Vice President, Boeing International Strategic Partnerships. “Projects like this underscore our commitment to provide opportunities for innovation and technology collaboration around the globe to develop advanced capabilities.”

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Crucial Concealment – A New Brand From Blackpoint Tactical

Friday, October 25th, 2019

Crucial Concealment was formed by the founders of BlackPoint Tactical as they strove to provide quality concealment options to a different market segment. While BlackPoint Tactical offers feature rich, highly customized, hand-made holsters; Crucial Concealment offers a different value proposition to consumers.

Crucial products are simplified, streamlined holsters constructed through a new manufacturing process which yields high quality, repeatable products. The cost savings of this new process are passed directly onto the consumers.

Crucial Concealment has an OWB holster and IWB holster currently available with a mag pouch soon to follow.

Consumers can purchase these products from their local dealer or from CrucialConcealment.com where all items are in stock and ready to ship within 48 hours. Crucial Concealment also offers stocking dealer programs for retailers. Inquiries and more information regarding these products or programs can be made through the Crucial Concealment website at www.CrucialConcealment.com.

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Michael Wratten Joins Chase Tactical, LLC as VP of Business Development

Friday, October 25th, 2019

October 25, 2019 (Bozeman, MT) – Chase Tactical, LLC is proud to announce that Michael Wratten has joined the team as VP of Business Development. Michael started off his career with the Los Angeles Police Department where he served over 18 years as a police officer with LAPD and the West Covina Police Department. Michael founded Shellback Tactical in 2003 and was the key designer of the complete Shellback Tactical product line seen today. Over the past decade, Michael has acquired extensive experience in tactical nylon design and Business Development. He has also consulted for companies in the defense and military markets.

“We are extremely excited to have Mike on board as a member of our team. There is no doubt that Mike will be a key factor in our continued growth across all of the verticals and he will certainly strengthen relationships with our existing and future client base and business partners.” said Brent Chase, CEO of Chase Tactical.

“I am very excited and looking forward to this new role, its challenges and the opportunity to be part of Chase Tactical’s growth. It also gives me the opportunity to serve and provide the men and women in the Military and Law Enforcement communities with the quality equipment they need and deserve!” said Michael Wratten.

Chase Tactical, founded in 2012 and headquartered in Bozeman, MT, is a veteran owned and operated manufacturer of premium tactical products focused on the military and law enforcement markets.

Mike can be contacted directly at Mike.W@ChaseTactical.Com or (406) 219-7603

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ITS Releases an All-New Bleeding Management Kit

Friday, October 25th, 2019

ARLINGTON, TX, 10/28/2019] Imminent Threat Solutions is proud to release a compact solution for treating the number one cause of preventable death, extremity hemorrhage, aka traumatic bleeding. This kit was designed to fulfill the requirements for a kit to control bleeding that many states across the country are now mandating in schools, government buildings and other public venues.

All components of the Bleeding Management Kit™ are stored inside the proven ITS Nylon Zip Bag and sealed with one of the breakaway tamper-evident ITS Security Seals. This provides peace of mind that if your kit is stored in a publicly accessible location, a quick glance will let you know it’s still sealed.

Additionally, the ITS Bleeding Management Kit™ fits perfectly into a desk drawer, backpack or even tucked inside a wall-mounted defibrillator case commonly found in buildings.

Imminent Threat Solutions provides indispensable skill-sets and products to explore your world and prevail against all threats.

For more information on ITS Medical products, please visit store.itstactical.com/collections/medical

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Swedish Armed Forces Order Additional G3 Stocks from Spuhr

Friday, October 25th, 2019

Löddeköpinge, Sweden (October 24, 2019) – Spuhr i Dalby AB (Spuhr®) is awarded additional order for G3 stocks. In 2016 Spuhr® delivered more than 5,000 sets of our R-410 G3 Adjustable Stock (M4800- 751529 KOLV AK4 JUSTERB /K) to the Swedish Armed Forces for the AK 4C and AK 4D rifles. Today it is with great pride that Spuhr® can announce that we have signed a new order with FMV (the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration) for another 5,000 stock assemblies to be delivered by March 2020.

Mr. Ulf Nilsson, Chairman of the Board, says, “As a Swedish company we are honored to continue the long-held tradition of domestic production and supply to the Swedish Armed Forces.”

The Spuhr® R-410 G3 Adjustable Stock was designed to provide improved ergonomics and controllability for the G3 platform. Based on the success in Sweden, the R-410 – and its siblings, the R-310 and R-315 stocks, for the MP5 – are now in use with the Swedish Army and Home Guard, the Portuguese Marines, and with law enforcement in Germany and the Netherlands.

spuhrwebshop.com/en/upgrades/g3/r-410

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WTF Patch Panels

Thursday, October 24th, 2019

WTF’s Patch Panels are available in three sizes; 23″ (28cm) x 17″ (43cm), 35″ (89cm) x 23.5″ (68cm), and 53″ (135cm) x 35″ (89cm). Patch panels are available in black, coyote brown, ranger green, and Multicam.

WTF’s Patch Panels are made in the USA from Berry compliant, milspec, laser cut materials. Milspec eyelets make it easy to hang and milspec thread holds it all together.

www.wtfidea.com/patch-panels-and-patches

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