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Impressive Lineup of Innovative Defence/Security Solutions to be Presented by Mehler Vario System Companies at Eurosatory 2022

June 8th, 2022

FULDA, GERMANY (07 June 2022)—Mehler Vario System GmbH, Europe’s market leader for ballistics, today announced that it and two of its subsidiary companies will be exhibiting together at Eurosatory 2022 from 13-17 June in Paris, France.

The three companies plan to present a variety of innovative products for military and special forces use including a lightweight covert vest, a certified hybrid helmet, a head-system bag, a unique modular protection-and-carrying system, high-performance combat clothing, and remarkably strong ballistic shields.

The Mehler Vario System subsidiaries are Lindnerhof-Taktik GmbH and Mehler Engineered Defence GmbH. The three companies will present from a single stand: K630 In Hall 6 of the Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre.

This will mark the first time the Mehler Vario System group has exhibited at Eurosatory, a biannual tradeshow for ground- and air-based defence and security goods and services which since 1967 has grown dramatically in size and importance (the last time it was held, Eurosatory attracted more than 57,000 attendees and 1,800 exhibitors from around the world with even more of both expected this year).

At the Mehler Vario System stand, each of the three companies will display a collection of outstanding offerings and have specialists available to discuss product technical details.

“We’ve worked hard to develop and manufacture the industry’s finest ballistic products and solutions, and are very excited about presenting them at so prestigious an event as Eurosatory,” said Mehler Vario System’s Head of Sales Ute Wana. “Our goal as the European market leader in ballistics is to consistently introduce and refine products that at all times provide to our customers maximum safety and comfort.”

Wana suggested that the fulfillment of that goal can be seen in three of the company’s products slated for exhibition at Eurosatory: they are the Comfort IV covert vest, H6S ballistic hybrid helmet, and M.U.S.T. interlocking/interdependent protection-and-carrying system.

According to Wana, M.U.S.T. (short for Modular Universal Scalable Technology) is designed to allow wearers to swiftly expand (or reduce) the size of ballistic protection coverage they need and to easily attach (or detach) essential equipment. She said M.U.S.T. was co-developed with Mehler Vario System subsidiary Lindnerhof-Taktik of Lenggries, Germany, a renowned maker of high-quality tactical equipment systems.

For its own part at Eurosatory, Lindnerhof-Taktik will present a new line of lightweight, high-performance, “no frills” combat clothing consisting of combat pants, combat shirt, and field shirt, each available in Paris blue and other in-demand colours.

“The combat pants in particular are generating a lot of interest ahead of Eurosatory because they are the market’s only combat pants currently able to accept a variety of manufacturers’ knee-pad systems,” said Lindnerhof-Taktik Managing Director Jakob Kolbeck.

Kolbeck added that Lindnerhof-Taktik also plans to exhibit its rugged MX244 ultralight plate carrier, MX634 multi-radio bag, a new range of magazine pouches, and an assortment of multipurpose bags including a versatile head-system bag for toting a helmet plus helmet add-on components.

“We’ll have other product developments to show as well—developments that go beyond the standard range of what’s available on the market and that represent some rather intriguing possibilities for our customers,” said Kolbeck. “For example, visitors at our stand can get an up-close look at a novel chest-rig system we produced for a Belgian unit. It will illustrate what individualised customer solutions from Lindnerhof-Taktik can look like but also underscore the fact that we can develop and produce intelligent carrying-and-protection systems for users outside our traditional customer base.”

Meanwhile, Mehler Engineered Defence of Königslutter, Germany, will bring to the joint stand a spectrum of high-performance products designed to protect land, sea, and air vehicles against artillery fire, mines, and IED threats.

“In addition to samples of vehicle-protection superstructures, we’ll also present a host of new products that—like everything we manufacture—meet or exceed national and international standards,” said Mehler Engineered Defence Managing Director Christian Vahldiek. “And we will offer visitors to our exhibit a behind-the-scenes look at still other products we have in the development pipeline—products that speak to our top priorities which are continuous quality improvements and product optimisations based on practical experience.”

Taken as a whole, the presentations by the Mehler Vario System family of companies will generate significant interest among Eurosatory visitors, Wana predicted.

“Our joint stand will feature products and solutions for a number of different niches,” she said. “Importantly, what visitors will experience is a presentation delivered by three united and experienced companies, a strong community under the Mehler name. We believe that everyone who stops at our stand will appreciate the convenience of finding in one place the diverse products and insights they seek.”

For more information about Mehler Vario System GmbH and its subsidiaries visit www.m-v-s.com

Flimmuur Tactical – Tigerstripe Velcro for Peltor Comtacs

June 7th, 2022

Flimmuur Tactical has been making these simple peel and stick Velcro kits for Peltor ear pro since 2018. Now, they’re available in his distinct Tigerstripe pattern.

www.ftactical.co.uk/collections/tiger/products/tigerstripe-peltor-velcro-stickers

CANSEC 22 – CADEX Defence

June 7th, 2022

This is something a bit outside the defense realm but it’s doing a lot to inform future long range precision engagement. Meet the Cadex Defence CDX-50 TREMOR single single shot rifle configured for Extreme Long Range competitive shooting. It’s chambered for .416 Barrett although they also offer 50 BMG and 10x 100 BWA.

It features a 40” Barrel and is pretty heavy at around 40 lbs when fully kitted out with weights in order to provide stability during firing for the projectiles three mile journey to its target which takes about 10 seconds. The shooter has already reloaded while the bullet is in flight and takes direction for the next shot from spotters tracking the round.

You’ll also notice the ski-style bipod feet. The bipod itself slides along a track at the bottom of the chassis which integrates several MOA of adjustment in order to keep the shooter stable the further out it moves.

CANSEC 22 – Confections Carcajou

June 7th, 2022

Confections Carcajou unveiled their new laser cut modular chest rig system. Designed with a gas gun equipped sniper in mind, the mag pouches accept 7.62 magazines but will also take 5.56 mags. It’s offered in a split front or single piece front with removable wings which Velcro in place. So far they have created GO and PALS wings but expect more in the future.

CANSEC 22 – Mawashi

June 7th, 2022

Mawashi designs and builds human augmentation exoskeletons. Their latest creation is this upper body chassis which is so new, they don’t even have a name for it yet.

It is meant to weighing about five pounds, the design allows the wearer to carry up to 45 pounds with no additional fatigue. The burden is borne by the spine system and transferred to the hips rather than at the shoulders.

As you can see, this exoskeleton mimics the skeletal system, but is external to your body. These systems have no external power. The original Uprise (Ultralight Passive Ruggedized Integrated Soldier Exoskeleton) transfers the weight all the way to the ground. This upper body exoskeleton is a more simple and lower cost option for those who wear armor and have basic load carriage requirements like guards or vehicle mounted troops while the Uprise full body exoskeleton is more appropriate for those who most move overland by foot and carry additional equipment.

Above you can see the UPRISE and new UPLIFT flanking the upper body system. The Ultralight Passive Load-bearing Innovative Frame Technology was created for industrial applications but is already under evaluation of logistics use in several militaries. UPLIFT assists the wearer during lift, move, and carry tasks through three mechanical passive systems at the shoulders, back, and knees. Since current battery lifetimes are too short for an eight-hour workday, UPLIFT uses a mechanical clutch with springs.

CANSEC 22 – Non-Stop Defence

June 7th, 2022

Exhibiting in the Millbrook Tactical stand at CANSEC, Non-Stop Defence is a Norwegian specialist equipment manufacturer.

Their extreme cold weather parka and trouser is shown here with several other arctic warfare technologies offered by Millbrook Tactical.

Combining hydrophobic down and synthetic insulation, this system will keep the wearer warm even in the event he gets wet.

Additionally, they offer an Anorak with a long skirt-style hem that hangs to the knees. The hem can be drawn up with a drawstring to increase mobility over difficult terrain.

In the case of either jacket, it incorporates a helmet compatible hood with three points of adjustment and plenty of pockets, including inside, to keep the water in bottles in its liquid state, or to carry battery powered items near the body.

CANSEC 22

June 7th, 2022

Like other tradeshows it was great to see everyone in person and catch up with thee Canadian defence industry after the two-year hiatus. Today we’ll hit a few highlights from last week’s event in Ottawa.

RTS Tactical Releases New Rapid Deploy IFAK Field Medical Kit for Military, Law Enforcement, and First Responders

June 7th, 2022

The most comprehensive one motion pull system IFAK kit on the market launches to help save lives in the field.

Jun 7, 2022- MIAMI – Today, RTS Tactical launches their new rapid deploy IFAK, a comprehensive medical kit outfitted with cutting-edge components designed for injuries in the field. Rapid one-hand deployment allows access to all components instantly while maintaining situational awareness.

Other IFAKs currently available were developed in the early days of Operation Iraqi Freedom to fulfill a critical need and have been left behind by advances seen in tactical gear today. RTS Tactical reached out to Combat Medics and other personnel who understood the importance of a quick deploy IFAK to make the RTS Tactical Rapid Deploy IFAK the ultimate field-tested solution. The RTS Tactical Team researched the latest materials that would achieve a lightweight yet strong and rugged shell. The company incorporated all the necessary medical components for an advanced compact and Ready Kit while the engineering department created and field-tested the comprehensive one motion pull system that can be used by the operator itself or a fellow operator.

Mendel Berns, Marketing Director at RTS Tactical, shares, “When treating an injury in the field, time is critical. Every second counts. You need to be ready when called upon to save the life of a team member, even perhaps your own. Your new RTS Tactical IFAK Kit has been field-tested to be the most comprehensive one motion pull system that can be used by the operator itself or a fellow operator in a time of critical need.”

The light-weight Rapid Deploy IFAK is made with bonded cordura, high performing zippers, MIL-SPEC bungee cords and all the premium materials available in advanced tactical nylon today. The design lets customers control their IFAK contents as well as laser-cut MOLLE and bungee attachment points. The RTS Tactical Rapid Deploy IFAK Kit is available in Black, Ranger Green, Coyte, and Multicam. The RTS Tactical Rapid Deploy IFAK is currently in stock and shipping coast to coast on the RTS Tactical Website: rtstactical.com/products/rts-tactical-rapid-deploy-ifak-kit

Some of the components included in the RTS Tactical Rapid Deploy IFAK:

Tourniquet Selection/Options:

– SWAT-T Tourniquet

– SOF Tactical Tourniquet

– COMBAT APPLICATION TOURNIQUET (C-A-T) Gen 7

– ISRAELI Trauma Bandage

– Vacuum-Sealed 12’Z-PAK Gauze, 3” x 24” QuikClot Hemostatic Gauze “Stops The Bleed 5 Times Faster”

– Nasal Airway + Lubricant

– 2 Vented Hyfin Mini Chest Seal

– RTS Tactical Trauma Shears

– 3M Medical Tape

See the full list of what is included on the website.