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AG Composites’ Newest Camo Pattern Has Been Named

July 12th, 2024

OWENS CROSS ROADS, Ala. (July 10, 2024) — The latest rifle stock camouflage pattern from AG Composites was named after a month-long contest with hundreds of entries. The winning name is Blackthorn, an entry submitted by Tim W. from Georgia. Tim’s winning entry won him a non-adjustable AG Composites fiberglass rifle stock valued at over $400, while runner-ups Vince R. from Wisconsin, Nathan B. from Montana, and Ben. S from Montana will all receive fantastic swag bags filled with hats, t-shirts, and stickers.

Blackthorn camouflage has a sleek black base adorned with hand-painted shades of light tan, brown, and green. It will initially be available on AG Composites’ best-in-class fiberglass rifle stock line.

“We never thought our ‘Name That Camouflage Pattern’ contest would be so popular, and we thank everyone who entered,” said Matt Tandy, AG Composites owner. “The suggestions we received from our valued customers were creative, innovative and much appreciated by our entire team. We feel that Blackthorn will be one of our most popular camouflage patterns. We truly enjoy engaging our customers, receiving their feedback on our products, and hearing suggestions for future offerings.”

Founded in 2014 by military veteran brothers Matt and Dave Tandy to build the best carbon fiber composite rifle stocks in the world, the company uses modern design software from Solidworks and AutoDesk to create Computer-Aided Design (CAD) models of every stock they manufacture. “Our design engineers bring their aerospace industry CAD modeling experience to every stock we design,” Matt Tandy said. “We also use only the highest-quality carbon fiber, epoxy, fiberglass, and paint products to manufacture our premium lines of rifle stocks. Our proprietary manufacturing process is the ‘secret sauce’ behind our ability to produce best-in-class stocks with delivery times that are a fraction of our competitors. We aim to give our customers outstanding value and superior performance with the best products in the business.”

To get a look at the new Blackthorn pattern, as well as more information on the entire AG Composites lineup of custom composite and fiberglass stocks, bottom metals, and accessories, as well as how you can go about designing your custom rifle stock, please visit the AG Composites website, www.agcomposites.com, or by calling 1-833-AGSTOCK or 256-723-8381.

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Protocable – GPS Dongle for Streamcaster Radio

July 12th, 2024

Protocable introduces the SC-AUX-GPSDGL and SC-PRI-GPSDGL GPS dongles for Silvus Technologies Streamcaster radios.

Inspired by, and built in honor of the countless service members and pieces of equipment lost to the draw monster. Tie down not included.

This solution provides GPS to users desiring a compact / cable-free GPS solution direct to either radio port supporting flexible mission profiles with streamlined kitting.

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KommandoStore – Pattern 84 2.0 Chest Rig Available for Pre-Order

July 12th, 2024

KomandoStore’s Eighty Four line takes what old and makes it new by recreating classic designs with updated materials and features. The flagship of this effort is the Pattern 84 Chest Rig which has just been updated to its 2.0 configuration.

They started with the classic South African 83 pattern rig and introduced new materials like Cordura, Velcro, nylon webbing, and plastic SR buckles. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

In addition to laser cut PALS webbing at the sides, the P84 will accept a variety of magazines, and without those annoying dividers found in the SADF design. Additionally, there’s an admin pocket at the rear and it’s dangler compatible. It also includes an H-harness but other harnesses can be substituted if you’d like.

Made in the USA and offered in Ranger Green. This pre-order is shipping in mid-August.

To learn about everything they’ve added to the P84 2.0 design, visit kommandostore.com/collections/eighty-four/products/pattern-84-chest-rig-version-2-0.

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OMNISCIENCE by OKSI – OMNIseek

July 12th, 2024

So far this week, we’ve introduced you to OMNISCIENCE, an overarching AI environment by OKSI, used to enhance current unmanned aerial systems with software to speed the ability to identify and characterize the operating environment. To add context, we offered a video depicting OMNInav which is used for UAV navigation in GPS-denied environments, analyzing the terrain as the UAV flies, comparing it to mapping data and maintaining position on the fly.

This video explains OMNIseek which provides Automatic Detection and Recognition (ATD/ATR). This goes way beyond the phase change detection systems we’ve seen in the past by not only detecting items of interest in the field of view, but characterizing what they are as well.

OMNISCIENCE components can be used alone or in conjunction with one another, depending on customer requirements and each application is customized to the user’s existing equipment.

OKSI is a privately held small business headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Learn more at www.oksi.ai.

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/oksi-ai

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DEFILADE Protection Systems Announces the Launch of Their New Public Order Gloves

July 12th, 2024

OTTAWA, CANADA – July 12, 2024 – DEFILADE Protection Systems, a leader in innovative tactical gear and protective equipment, is proud to unveil its latest advancement in personal protective gear: the Protective Deployment Gloves (PDG). These gloves are designed to meet the rigorous demands of law enforcement professionals, offering unmatched protection and functionality.

The Protective Deployment Gloves have undergone extensive testing to meet the highest standards of durability and performance. They have been tested to EN407 for flame resistance, ensuring optimal protection in hazardous environments, and EN388 for abrasion, tear, puncture, and impact protection.

The gloves are offered in two variations: the PDG with an extended gauntlet and a short version, the PDG-S. Both feature an ergonomic design for high dexterity, allowing for precise control and handling of firearms and tools in critical situations. The PDG series is ideal for public order, riot control, breaching operations and more.

For more information about DEFILADE Protection Systems and its new Protective Deployment Glove series, please visit our website at www.defiladeps.com.

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FirstSpear Friday Focus: Fight Panel & X-Strap

July 12th, 2024

Born from a direct request by Tier 1 operators, the Fight Panel is a placard, panel and micro style chest rig, combined. Used in conjunction with the X-Strap (sold separately), this chest rig maximizes 6/12 laser cut technology for weaving pockets and pouches and Tubes Rapid Closure System for quick donning, doffing and reconfiguring.

Designed to work with either the FS AAC family of plate carriers or Strandhogg, the Tubes X-Strap harness quickly Tubes into place and allows you to work with the front of your plate carrier in place without a back panel or cummerbund.

The X-Strap system can adjust to fit over the top of a Soft Armor Carrier or Cold Weather Clothing, elastic to allow flexibility and comfort in the field and the back panel provides attachment FS Cell Tags and morale patches.

Visit FirstSpear to find American Made kit and accessories, Built For The X.

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G3 Systems Wins Overseas Construction Works Contract for Security Improvements for British Embassy in Luanda, Angola

July 12th, 2024

G3 Systems Limited, the British company with over 20 years of operationally proven expertise in designing and producing deployable containerised solutions and providing infrastructure support to military and government organisations in remote locations across the globe, has just started construction works to improve the facilities and security of the British Embassy in Luanda, Angola.

The contract, awarded following a competitive tendering exercise, is a mix of demolition, refurbishment, new build andsecurity improvement works estimated to take 15 months. The project involves a number of complex elements that will have a significant benefit to the location including drainage remedial works, installation of a sewage treatment facility, updating and installing new M&E systems and extensive repairs, improvements and construction of security features for the compound. In addition to the specified construction works, G3 Systems will also be seeking to complete a number of local sustainability/charity projects to support the local community.

Nick Rose, Managing Director G3 Systems said, “This is another superb example of how G3 Systems are able todeliver high quality complex construction projects in remote and challenging locations. We have years of experience in supporting military operations overseas and I am very pleased that we are now able to use that hard earnt expertise to support UK national interests elsewhere in the world. It is also very rewarding for the team to be helping the local community and improving sustainability by effectively recycling and repurposing valuable materials.”

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Smarter Technologies Group Signs Strategic Alliance Agreement with KPMG

July 12th, 2024

Today, Smarter Technologies Group (STG) and KPMG UK (“KPMG”) have signed a strategic alliance agreement that will enable clients to uncover new business opportunities through one of the leading asset tracking and condition monitoring technologies on the market. KPMG will have exclusive access among the big four accountancy firms in the UK to Smarter Technologies’ real-time asset tracking, monitoring, and recovery capabilities.

Through this new alliance, KPMG and STG will collaborate to capture, host, and analyse real-time big data from STG’s proprietary Orion IoT network and sensors primary data. This will provide operators and managers with on-going and up-to-the-minute data from their business.

The evidence-based insight gained will inform strategic and tactical decisions and unlock cost reduction and performance improvement opportunities not previously possible. For example, an operations manager could predict where equipment is going to be unavailable faster than ever before, to eliminate any impact on the customer.

Ian West, Head of Alliances, KPMG UK, commented, “STG’s Orion IoT network allows us to identify a host of new ways to transform our clients’ operations. We can now make data-based decisions with conviction, where in the past a lack of good quality data often held our customers back from making advances and exploring new business lines.”

Mark Read, Chief Executive at Smarter Technologies, said, “This is an important agreement for us. We’ve been working with KPMG for some time, on a range of fascinating projects where our respective expertise has made a real difference and highlighted significant savings for Defence. With this agreement in place, we can explore more opportunities to bring this expertise to bear, enabled by big data from our Orion IoT network and sensors.”

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