Jack Osborne prepares for a 9/11 memorial GoRuck event.
You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up
September 11th, 2015Gentex Corporation Demonstrates More Robust Line of Defense Solutions at DSEI
September 11th, 2015Carbondale, PA, September 9, 2015. Gentex Corporation, a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces will demonstrate their industry leading lines of Gentex, Ops-Core and ALPHA helmet systems for both ground and air applications at DSEI, September 15 – 18, Excel, London. Featured among them will be their latest innovations for aircrew, a cross platform helmet system and laser defense eyewear.
The new ALPHA 900 Cross-Platform Helmet System is the only aircrew helmet platform configurable for fixed and rotary wing applications, reducing the logistics trail for those responsible for supporting both helmet platforms. Designed for the U.K.’s MoD, the ALPHA 900 features a modern, lightweight solution. Gentex’s line of laser protective, flight-helmet mounted visors and spectacles that help combat emerging laser threats to pilots are also being featured. The day/night laser glare reduction lenses are designed to maintain see-through color perception, while providing protection from green and blue commercial lasers.
“We’re excited to showcase our innovative cross platform helmet system and laser defense eyewear at DSEI, which will be donned by many international pilots,” said L.P. Frieder, president, Gentex Corporation. “These solutions represent our commitment to continually advance our broad array of performance and protection capabilities for defense forces around the world.”
Gentex added the ALPHA product line to its aircrew portfolio in July 2014 with the acquisition of Helmet Integrated Systems Limited. Since then, they’ve combined the world-class product lines, technologies, and manufacturing resources of the two companies to expand their international business and provide customers greater value. This has enabled Gentex Corporation to offer one of the most advanced, comprehensive lines of integrated helmet systems in the defense and industrial markets.
Other innovative solutions on display from the company include the Ops-Core RAC headset, now in production, which provides true 3D hearing technology (3D HT); and, a live, on the water display with partner Survitec of the Gentex LVIS Digital, a modular intercom system for combatant, patrol and rescue craft.
In the DSEI U.K. Pavilion, stand N3-564, Gentex will demonstrate their solutions for aircrew, and in the U.S. Pavilion, stand N5-360, they’ll demonstrate their solutions for ground troops. Product experts will be on hand to meet with customers and media throughout the show.
Gentex Corporation is the leading supplier of high-performance flight equipment and services for military, law enforcement and rescue aircrew worldwide. Gentex has been a supplier for over 50 years on many key international aircrew programs, including the most advanced one to date, the U.S. Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program. For the JSF, Gentex will supply hearing and communication products, eye protection and the helmet system platform and respiratory protection system to the elite aircrew entrusted to command the most advanced fighter craft to date, the JSF F-35 Lightning II.
Lincad Brings To Market Battery Chargers Designed With UK MOD
September 10th, 2015
Press Release – 9th September 2015
Following the successful showcasing in 2014 of the prototype Caravel Mk2 and Power Scavenger battery chargers, Lincad is pleased to announce that it has now brought the finished products to market. The company will be demonstrating the capabilities of both chargers, designed in co-operation with the UK MOD, on its stand at DSEI 2015.
Lincad is a leader in the design and manufacture of bespoke batteries, chargers and power management systems for the military and other specialist applications. Operating since 1986, Lincad is a privately owned UK company with nearly 30 years’ experience at the forefront of battery and charger technology and design.
Caravel Mk2 Charger
The Caravel Mk2 Charger is an enhanced, cutting edge replacement for the original Caravel Charger which has seen front line service with British and international armed forces for 15 years. Featuring the very latest developments in battery charging technology and design, it offers multi-chemistry charging of batteries from any original equipment manufacturer, making it possible to bring an entire battery fleet under the management umbrella of a single charging unit. With twin USB ports, it will also charge USB-enabled devices such as smartphones and tablets simultaneously.
Power Scavenger
The Power Scavenger is Lincad’s all-purpose solution to mobile power management in any situation where reliability, light weight and ease of use are critical. Offering the end user true flexibility in charging options, it can charge different battery types of any electrochemistry as well as USB-enabled devices from any DC input such as solar panels, a vehicle or other batteries.
In addition to armed forces across the world, the Caravel Mk2 Charger and the Power Scavenger will also be of interest to any organisation conducting operations in extreme environments.
Brian Soden, Managing Director of Lincad, commented:
“We’re delighted to be exhibiting the Caravel Mk2 Charger and the Power Scavenger at DSEI 2015. Both of these chargers, designed in co-operation with the MOD, demonstrate the strength of our commitment to the continual evolution of our product range and we’re looking forward to the opportunity to demonstrate that to the international delegations who will be attending the show.”
Be Sure To Visit Gentex & Ops-Core at the Maneuver Conference
September 10th, 2015 
MATBOCK – Tarsier Eclipse MOD2
September 10th, 2015 
Tarsier Eclipse “MOD2″ are now available for sale. Same easy autofocus for your NVGs, but now with an integrated 25lb test line and swivel attachment. The lanyard comes with a 12” lead that can be cut to length to fit your needs to ensure your Tarsier Eclipse stays secured. With thousands currently on the market only a few reported cases of them being knocked off, we decided that these lanyards were worth the extra cost on our part, while keeping your price the SAME. Additionally, for any aviators or aviation gunners this only means one thing – NO FOD!
Magpul – Hunter 700 Stock Now Available
September 10th, 2015
Magpul is now shipping the long-awaited Hunter 700 stock. The Hunter 700 is made from reinforced polymer, with a machine finished, anodized A380 cast aluminum bedding block, and is compatible with all Remington 700 Short Actions, along with other receivers using the 700 pattern. It features a fully adjustable length of pull and comb height, and the stock is M-LOK compatible for attaching all manner of accessories.
The Hunter 700 is also designed to accept the upcoming Magpul Bolt Action Magazine Well, allowing the shooter to use detachable box magazines without the need for custom inletting.
Additional Features
The Magpul Hunter 700 Stock comes in Black, Flat Dark Earth, Olive Drab Green, and Stealth Gray. Made in the USA.
www.magpul.com/products/hunter-700-stock-remington-700-short-action
Chuck Vlasek Joins BE Meyers as Business Development Manager
September 10th, 2015When I heard Chuck was moving to BE Meyers I thought to myself, “That’s a match made in heaven.” Chuck is a quiet, unassuming guy who took me awhile to get to know. He doesn’t brag about his military service or his clients at SureFire and that’s what I like about him. He doesn’t have to tell you how awesome he is, he shows you in his actions. I’ve never questioned anything Chuck has told me and I’ve solicited his advice on matters both professional and private. I can’t think of a finer endorsement.
My relationship with BE Meyers goes back to the late 1990s during my time in the Air Force. Talk about a customer focused company! I can’t say enough good things about BE Meyers products. They are so well designed and built that clients don’t see a need to upgrade to newer models. I don’t if that’s a blessing or a curse, but it sure speaks to quality. Chuck is going to do great things there.
September 10th, 2015 (Redmond, WA) –
B.E. Meyers & Co. Inc. is proud to announce that Mr. Chuck Vlasek has joined the team as Business Development Manager for the Weapons Segment operating out of FT Bragg, NC.
Prior to this position Mr. Vlasek spent 6 years in the US Marine Corps where he was a scout sniper and deployed three times conducting combat operations. After leaving the military in 2007 he went on to become the Military Sales rep for SureFire, where he worked for the last 8 years supporting military, federal, and law enforcement customers around the globe.
“Chuck is a tremendous asset to the team and comes to us with extraordinary operational experience as well as industry experience”, said Matt Meyers, Director of Business Development. “We are very excited and very fortunate to have him on the BEM team.”
Chuck lives in North Carolina with his wife Annie, son Charles, and two Rottweilers.
Chuck can be contacted at chuck.vlasek@bemeyers.com
SilencerCo Announces New Subsidiary: SilencerCo Weapon’s Research
September 10th, 2015
WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah – September 10, 2015 – Continuing in their innovative and roguish nature, SilencerCo has once again thrown the gauntlet in a big way – by forming their own technological skunkworks outfit, SilencerCo Weapons Research.
Located in Austin, TX, SilencerCo Weapons Research, or SWR for short, is based around bringing technology within reach of the Everyman. For too long, technological advances surrounding the shooting industry have been priced out of the attainable range of most citizens, kept a secret, or the public has simply been told that they can’t have them. SWR not only believes that you deserve better – they plan to show it.
SWR will use their expertise in the various arenas of the industry to design their own technology geared toward cutting-edge solutions for the discerning sportsman. The initial product offering will be announced in mid-September, with a steady pipeline of products to follow. Consumers can anticipate products that will enhance the shooting experience and bring into civilian reach capabilities that were formerly only available to government end users.
SilencerCo continues to keep the industry on their toes and test the line of what is considered possible. SWR represents the purest form of that effort, venturing into an uncharted territory with the goal of bringing the best within reach.
