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Zarges Inc Releases Batterysafe Case For Damaged Lithium-Ion Batteries

November 3rd, 2018

October 28, 2018 Charlotte NC

ZARGES is a global supplier of storage and transport equipment, used in a multitude of industries and companies worldwide. Our lightweight aluminum cases are appropriate for safe and secure storage and transport of sensitive items and hazardous materials. We offer a variety of aluminum cases appropriate for the shipping and storage of Lithium and Lithium Ion batteries (Li-Ion) that are properly packaged and intact. However, the problem of transporting and storing damaged and defective batteries has posed serious challenges. The US Department of Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR; 49 C.F.R., Parts 171-180) states that lithium batteries are to be regulated as a hazardous material. This is due to the potential of fire, electric shock and chemical burns that may occur when batteries are damaged, defective or improperly handled and stored.

Today, ZARGES, Inc. is proud to introduce our newest product, the ZARGES BatterySafe™, an aluminum case designed for the safe transport and storage of developmental, damaged and defective Lithium Ion batteries. Utilizing the strengths of our classic K470 transit case, the ZARGES solution is comprised of aluminum cases with a custom CIRRUX lining which contains an intumescent fiberglass material and is UN Approved for the transport of hazardous goods. The cases have been successfully tested with up to three batteries, each measuring 814Wh. The test proved that the case suppressed ignition, extinguished flames and reduced thermal transfer, keeping exterior temperatures under 100° C and neighboring batteries intact.

“Storing and transporting damaged Lithium Ion batteries has posed great difficulty up to this point,” said ZARGES, Inc. General Manager, Olaf Klutke. “We are pleased to be able to offer a proven solution to this dangerous issue.”

The ZARGES BatterySafe™ offers all the available features of our standard K470 cases, including secure latches, stacking corners, three fully welded aluminum profile frames, and the cases are easy to load and unload. The cases are appropriate for a variety of uses, including defense contractors standardizing battery management, vehicle battery development, medical equipment and drones. The case will initially be available in one size, with additional sizes and custom options available soon.

For more information on the ZARGES BatterySafe™, please contact info@zargesusa.com or visit www.zargesusa.com/applications/liion-batteries

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On Station Apparel – CW3 Taylor Galvin Memorial 1-160 SOAR T-Shirt

November 2nd, 2018

As a Hooter Brothers Aviation Customer from way back, it’s great to see them doing something like this.

Designed in conjunction with CW3 Galvin’s brothers in the 160th SOAR, all profits from the sale of this T-Shirt will be donated to his family in order to meet any needs that arise from his passing on 20AUG18 during combat operations in Iraq. Shirts may be purchased direct from 1-160 or through www.onstationapparel.com.

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Griffin Armament – Paladin 5 Suppressor

November 2nd, 2018

The Paladin 5 is a user serviceable .22 – 250 rated .22 suppressor. It weighs just 12.5oz thanks to a combination of a 17-4 Stainless Steel body and 6AL4V Titanium components.

Griffin Armament claims the following sound levels:

• 16″ 5.56mm AR15 with nato ammunition measured 131db at the muzzle and 141db at the ear

• 22LR on a 3.5″ barrel pistol with CCI standard velocity measured 115db quieter than some 22 rimfire suppressors on the market.

• 22-250 Remington, at the ear on a bolt action rifle measured 128

“User serviceable rifle sound suppressors are becoming more and more popular and requested.  We have been fielding requests for them for probably the last 5 years with decent volume.  It’s not applicable to all end users as a lot of users don’t really shoot a lot.  But if you’re one of these guys that is on the range all the time or out on the back 40 shooting all the time it’s definitely really nice to have.  Depending on the ammo you’re using how dirty or clean the powder burn is etc,  how badly the twist in your barrel shaves copper off your bullets and throws molten lead in your suppressor… all of that adds up for people that shoot a lot.  What do we mean by a lot?, we’re talking thousands and thousands of rounds so it’s not needed for most people, but if you are a heavy shooter and you want to be able to clean the suppressor and set it back to factory specs, that’s a really nice feature.  Cans get heavier over time due to the carbon and copper deposits building up in the suppressor with use. And the Ratchet-lok™ end cap on the Paladin® suppressors makes them super easy to take apart and service but also ensures they stay together even under hard use.

Personally, I like them. The Paladin is right now my favorite series that we make. It’s definitely not the easiest suppressor to make but its its one of the best.  “

–Evan Green,  Business Development Manager Griffin Armament

It comes with a minimalist taper brake, assembly tool and pouch. For full details, visit www.griffinarmament.com/paladin-5-suppressor.

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ASA November Membership Drive and Raffle

November 2nd, 2018

 Join Today for a Chance to Win One of 20+ Prizes Worth over $15,000
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ATLANTA, GA – Thanks to you, last year’s membership drive was a huge success! The money that we raised helped us travel to work on legislation in 8 different states, sent us to DC countless times, and over 20 ASA members took home prizes! Your support is an integral part of our fight for pro-suppressor rights across the nation.

That’s why we’re doing it again – with a twist. This year, the prizes are bigger and better – valued at over $15,000 – and you will have more opportunities to win! Plus, Silencer Shop is going to cover the $200 tax stamp for anyone who wins a suppressor!

As long as your membership is active as of Monday, December 3, 2018, the day of the drawing, you’ll automatically be entered to win. 1-year members will receive one entry in the drawing, 3-year members will receive three entries, and life members will receive ten entries. Want more chances to win? This year you will be able to purchase additional raffle tickets – but a couple of big prizes will be reserved for ASA members only.

Not yet an ASA member? Visit www.ASAMember.com to join and be automatically entered for a chance to win some great prizes. The contest will run from Nov. 1 – Nov. 30, so make sure you don’t miss your chance to win!

WHO: All current and new ASA Members will be entered for a chance to win. Purchase or renew a 1-year membership for one chance to win. Purchase or renew a 3-year membership for three chances to win, and Life Members will have ten chances to win! Are you a current member? You’re entered already! Not a member, or want to increase your chance of winning? This year we will also offer raffle tickets for sale. However, a few of the prizes will be limited to ASA members only.

WHAT: Win one of over twenty prizes, including suppressors, ammunition, accessories and more! Silencer Shop will even pay your transfer tax if you win a suppressor!

WHEN: Contest ends Friday, November 30, 2018, at 11:59pm EST. Winners will be announced Monday, December 3, 2017, at 5:oopm EST on the ASA’s Facebook page.

WHERE: Join now, or purchase raffle tickets at ASAMember.com

HOW: Winners will be selected and ranked. Winners will be contacted by phone/email to claim prizes. Winners will be given the opportunity to select their winning prize from the pool of prizes in ranked order similar to a shooting match prize table. See terms & conditions for details.

PRIZES:

Members Only Prize Drawing

Barrett Firearms Fieldcraft Rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor & DC30 Suppressor with 100 rounds of Hornady Match Ammunition

Daniel Defense WAVE QD suppressor

Freedom Munitions 9mm HUSH 165gr ammunition (500 round case)

Member & Raffle Prize Pool

Ruger Precision Rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor, Rugged Razor 7.62mm Suppressor with Vortex Razor HD Gen II 3-18×50 and 100 rounds of Hornady Match Ammunition

Ruger American in .308 with Daniel Defense WAVE suppressor and Magpul Hunter Stock

Ruger 10/22 Takedown with Magpul Stock and SilencerCo Switchback 22 Suppressor

OSS Helix HX-QD-762 7.62mm Suppressor

Freedom Munitions 9mm HUSH 165gr ammunition (500 round case)

Tactical Tailor Drag Bag in MultiCam

Surefire Masterfire Holster with XH35 Handgun Light

Cole-Tac $100 Gift Certificate

Magpul DAKA™ suppressor pouch set (small and medium) (5 winners)

12-ounce bag of Black Rifle Coffee Company – Silencer Smooth Roast (5 winners)

An ASA swag package of patches and stickers (5 winners)

— Don’t Forget –

Silencer Shop will cover the $200 tax stamp for each of the suppressor prize winners!
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ADS Offering L3 Night Vision Device Sustainment Upgrade

November 2nd, 2018

I recently met with ADS Inc to discuss their new Night Vision Device Sustainment Upgrade Program with L3.

When the Army begins to field the new Enhanced Night Vision Goggle – Binocular (ENVG-B) to its Close Combat Forces, PVS-14s previously used by those forces will be redistributed within the Army.

That being said, there are hundreds of thousands of AN/PVS-14 night vision monoculars in service across all of the US services, our allies and with law enforcement agencies. Some have been in use for well over a decade. Most feature Green Phosphor tubes and are in need of an upgrade.

That’s what the Night Vision Device Sustainment Upgrade Program is about. ADS Inc teamed with L3 to offer upgraded tubes (un-filmed 2376 FOM White Phosphor). These White Phosphor tubes offer improved target identification and image clarity as well as decreased eye strain. They also work quite well with clip-on thermal enhancements like the Enhanced Clip-On SWIR Imager from Optics 1.

Tube replacement is relatively easy, meaning units can purchase the White Phosphor tubes and do the work themselves.

Alternatively, customers can send in the NVG and L3 will inspect the device and replace the tube. Many of these PVS-14s also need repairs or are missing parts. The program can make that happen as well.

Read about the upgrade program at adsinc.com/past-performance/l3-night-vision-device-sustainment-upgrade.

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ZEV Technologies PRO Flat Face Trigger

November 2nd, 2018

ZEV Technologies, known for creating the market for GLOCK upgrade triggers, announced the release of their PRO Flat Face Trigger. The new trigger incorporates a number of ZEV’s proprietary features including ZEV’s trigger bar, connector and riveted assembly process.

“This trigger represents the culmination of years of effort. We obviously recognize the popularity of flat faced triggers, but we took our time getting ours to market because we wanted more than just a different look. We wanted a trigger that really reset the bar for high performance triggers. This trigger puts all of our years of research and innovation together,” stated Matt Ridenour, CEO.

Dave Roberts, VP of Marketing, expanded on the benefits of the trigger, “At the end of the day, all other trigger upgrades on the market re-use the Glock factory trigger bar, the most important component in a trigger. We invested years and a lot of money developing our own trigger bar in the continuing effort to really differentiate the ZEV trigger. We believe shooters will feel the crispness of the break and the consistency of the trigger pull and reset. These things make shooters better and tighten up groupings”.

ZEVs trigger line now includes both flat and curved faced triggers for most Glock models.

Key features include:
• Wider trigger pad and safety for improved user engagement
• Drop-in installation
• Mil-Spec hard-anodized aluminum construction
• Proprietary ZEV Trigger Bar and ZEV Pro Connector
• Riveted trigger assembly

http://www.zevtechnologies.com/zev-tech-flat-face-pro-triggers

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USMC to Field Gen III Vest Systems with FirstSpear Technology

November 2nd, 2018

Fenton, MO – FirstSpear® Technology Group, industry leading technology integrator for Personal Protective and Load Bearing Equipment, announces the Gen III vest systems for the United States Marine Corps (USMC) will be produced and fielded with FirstSpear® Technology. After extensive testing and evaluation, the Marines chose to include FirstSpear® 6/12™ laser cutting and Tubes™ rapid-release system on the all new Gen III Vest System.

Debuted on Solider Systems Daily in 2011 and proven in the field for over seven years, FS™ 6/12™ laser-cut platforms and rapid-release Tubes™ fasteners are embraced by assets of the United States Department of Defense, State and Federal Law Enforcement Agencies, and friendly forces within the international community. The FS™ 6/12™ laser-cut and fused platform system helped the USMC achieve their goals for reducing bulk and weight of legacy PALS systems.

USMC Systems Command wanted to give as much mobility back to the individual Marine as possible by reducing the weight and bulk of the vest without decreasing ballistic protection. Integrating 6/12 laser cutting and Tubes allowed designers to reduce the weight of the vest by 25 percent.*

FS™ Tubes provide rapid donning and doffing of carriers without complicated cable systems adding weight or requiring specialized training and allows the Marine to remove and reassemble their vest in less than three seconds. Vest testing found the older system took about seven seconds to take off, and 10 minutes to reassemble. The Tubes have vastly improved the Marines ability to act fast while on missions.*

According to Sam White, Vice President of Applied Science at FirstSpear®, “Our primary mission is to provide equipment solutions to the men and women protecting our freedoms and the fastest way to do that is by working with industry partners and program managers to make this technology widely available. We couldn’t be more excited the USMC has integrated this technology into their new vest system and look forward to helping Vertical Protective Apparel provide it to the Marines.”

FirstSpear™ continually develops and refines Technology to meet the ever-changing requirements of the warfighter and first responder. Paramount to every development effort is a focus on mobility, lethality, weight reduction, functionality, durability, and manufacturability. Ideas are well thought out, tested, and proven in actual field use before general release, ensuring the final product works as intended when needed most. Once proven, FirstSpear® works closely with end users and manufacturers to allow for rapid fielding of advanced solutions.

For more information or to contact FirstSpear® Technology Group on how you can integrate these technologies visit www.first-spear.tech.

**Sources:

soldiersystems.net/2018/09/27/usmc-awards-vertical-protective-apparel-62-million-contract-for-gen-iii-plate-carriers

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Forces TV – The Cold War Legend That Delivered Sausages To British Tank Crews

November 2nd, 2018

Having served in Germany at the end of the Cold War, it’s always interesting to me, to hear these kinds of stories, even if they are from a different army.

The British Army of the Rhine consisting primarily of British I Corps and began duties as an occupation force but that quickly changed to a posture of defense in order to counter the Soviet-led Warsaw Pact forces. In this role, BAOR was lead force for NATO’s Northern Army Group and was equipped with nuclear weapons. The organization was changed slightly in 1993 and deactivated altogether in 1994.

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