RevMedx’s Parabelt is an everyday utility belt with an integrated ratchet tourniquet. It is constructed of MilSpec materials and components, and includes a thumb loop that doubles as a bite strap for single-hand operation.
Available in Black and Tan.
I want to take a moment to honor the law enforcement and EMS personnel who responded to the deadly terror attack earlier this week in San Bernardino, California. They did a great job and their swift and decisive action prevented even more deaths.
I’d also like for us to take a moment to honor the victims of this attack. They were friends and family to many and will be dearly missed.
GREENSBORO, NC, December 3, 2015 — Burlington Industries LLC, a division of International Textile Group (ITG), announced it has been awarded a $8.4 million contract to supply micro denier polyester fabrics to the United States Army for use in physical training (PT) shorts. These fabrics will be produced at the company’s facilities in Cordova and Burlington, North Carolina.
The new Army Physical Training Short uses an advanced microdenier woven polyester fabric that features Burlington’s MCS®, Moisture Control System, a proprietary wicking and absorption technology. The fabric is lightweight with a soft hand and improved breathability as well as inherent moisture management properties. The MCS® fabric works by absorbing moisture, moving it away from the skin, and releasing it for quick evaporation. This allows the wearer of the shorts to remain cool, dry and comfortable.
“Light weight performance fabrics are one of Burlington’s core competencies,” said Burlington President Jeff Peck. “Our MCS® technology foundation provides the performance needed to support the Army’s renewed emphasis on physical training. These shorts offer moisture management, durability and stain resistance, resulting in the most advanced PT uniform in the Army’s history.”
Since 1923, Burlington has been a global textile leader with core competencies in worsted wool and performance synthetics and has been an integral part of the defense supply chain for more than 50 years. Offering a diverse range of vertical manufacturing capabilities, fiber, and fabric blends, Burlington® Military is proud to provide quality fabrics for United States Military personnel. Through innovation, Burlington’s® in-house Research and Development department, Burlington Labs®, engineers advance fabrications and technical finishes that are applied to protect and enhance performance while providing troops easy-care and comfort in combat and training.
“We continue to explore new opportunities to equip and protect our U.S. Armed Forces,” said Peck. “Our products range from basic innovations that elevate the performance of PT, battle and dress uniforms to the newest advanced technologies in infrared, insect repellant, cold weather, fire, and ballistic protection.”
Several years ago, to expand its military business, ITG combined the resources from its Burlington, Safety Components and Carlisle business units to create an extensive military products platform of diversified fabrics developed to service the specific needs of the military market. Products include fabrics for camouflage combat and utility uniforms, Class A dress uniforms, physical training and extreme cold weather wear, flame resistant and fire fighting protective clothing, high performance equipment, ballistic fabric for body armor and load carrying equipment, and other specialty items.
For this week’s Friday Focus, FirstSpear would like to announce the coming availability of key product line components in Manatee Grey. To kick off this announcement, FirstSpear is offering a very limited supply on government overrun equipment in Manatee Grey, now available on the Non-Stocking Non-Standard section in the webstore.
Available while supplies last, no other colors available, no backorders, however these products still carry the FirstSpear standard warranty. A wider listing of product line offerings in Manatee Grey, including some apparel items, will be indicated in Catalog V10, releasing at SHOT 2016.
Enjoy this 1955 US Army training film and consider two things. First, how much has changed such as clothing systems and second, how much hasn’t like tentage.
RE Factor Tactical’s Blasting Cap is now available in Grey. The Blasting Cap is built on a FlexFit, mesh-backed platform, with two 3.5″ x 2″ Velcro panels on the back and front for ID or morale patches. The top of the cap has a 1″ x 1″ Velcro square panel for an IR patch, and the inside of the cap also has a 1″ x 1″ Velcro square panel for storing an IR patch when not in use. Additionally, the Blasting Cap also features a bright VF-17 interior panel and the RE Factors of various explosives printed on the inside tape.
The Blasting Cap is also available in the following colorways: Black, MultiCam, Ranger Green, Tan, and Woodland.
www.refactortactical.com/blasting-cap
