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Mystery Ranch Low-Vis Line

November 16th, 2021

Built on the specific needs of servicemen and women, MYSTERY RANCH remains true to its martial roots while adapting to the diverse requirements of tactical professionals and those who demand purpose-driven features, including quick access and security for critical gear. Combining durable materials and unparalleled organization, the MR collection of Low-Vis packs transport gear safely and securely and are built for any commute, anywhere.

From the new compact GO BAG, featuring an over-the-shoulder sling for ease of carry, to the full-featured, padded travel bag – the ROAD TRIPPER – you will find multiple uses for each.

MYSTERY RANCH has also taken a couple of their best-selling packs and added conceal-carry features, including the RIP RUCK 24 CC and the ever-popular 3 WAY BRIEFCASE CC.

With these ingenious designs, you will have your Low-Vis demands covered.

To view the entire collection, click here.

TacMed Tuesday – ARK Bag Configurations

November 16th, 2021

One prominent kit from TacMed™ is the ARK™ Active Shooter Response Kit. It’s designed to provide individuals responding to active shooter situations with the equipment necessary to render aid and initiate evacuation of multiple casualties. The design of the bag and its contents allow responders to maximize the resources available on scene and does not hinder or slow down the clearing process of the structure or incident area.

A unique aspect of this bag is that it can be configured as the traditional ARK™, designed for multiple casualties, or the ARK™ Evacuation, which is configured with an evacuation litter that allows for a one-to-one rescuer-to-casualty ratio.

In the main body of the bag, the ARK™ contains seven ARK™ Casualty Throw Kits which hold basic treatment material and simple bi-lingual instructions for providing initial treatment. The throw kit idea was designed assuming that officers don’t always have time to stop and treat, but rather can ‘throw’ kits with instructions to those in need while they continue to clear the area. With multiple storage compartments, the ARK™ is not only for basic treatment. Medics maintain more advanced equipment in the side pockets for treatment of teammates if necessary.

The ARK™ Evacuation configuration is designed to significantly reduce the treatment and evacuation time of seriously injured casualties in a hostile environment. Rather than being stocked with Casualty Throw Kits, the ARK™ Evacuation comes with the choice of including a Foxtrot Litter or a Foxtrot DA in the body of the bag. This configuration provides the necessary equipment for aid and litter teams, combat lifesavers, and medical operators to treat and evacuate a casualty in one compact package.

If you are interested in learning more about the ARK™, check it out here: tacmedsolutions.com/products/tacmed-ark-active-shooter-response-kit-nypd-counterterrorism-unit

Air Force Releases Alternate Component Fitness Score Charts

November 16th, 2021

WASHINGTON (AFNS) —  

The Air Force will officially add new alternative components to physical fitness assessments beginning Jan. 1, 2022. The updated scoring charts can be found here.

After announcing the components in July, over 9,000 data points were collected to determine the point values for each component by assessing approximately 2,000 Airmen from 23 installations.

Airmen will have the choice to perform these options to meet the strength and cardiovascular requirements:

Cardio

Traditional 1.5-mile Run

High Aerobic Multi-shuttle Run (20M HAMR)

Strength

Traditional Push-ups

Hand Release Push-ups

Sit-ups

Traditional Sit-ups

Cross-Leg Reverse Crunch

Plank

“While testing these components at various installations, we received a large amount of positive feedback,” said Lt. Gen. Brian Kelly, Air Force deputy chief of staff for manpower, personnel, and services. “The changes to the physical fitness assessments reflect what we learned and our desire to provide Airmen with additional flexibility in maintaining fitness standards.”

Airmen can schedule their assessment and sign up for their desired cardio option via myFitness, which will be available for scheduling starting on Dec. 10. While members can select their desired cardio option when scheduling their assessment, they will select their desired strength components at time of their assessment.

While the waist measurement is no longer a component of the fitness assessment, DoD Instruction 1308.3 still requires Airmen to be measured for and maintain a healthy body composition to ensure physical readiness. The Air Force Surgeon General, who has responsibility for overall Airmen health, has reviewed alternatives and determined waist-to-height ratio as the best available method for assessing body composition. AF/SG will be providing guidance on this program in the coming months.

In addition to the approved new options, the Air Force continues to test future alternatives. Key tenets for new options include ensuring the test is an equivalent measure of fitness, regardless of testing method, and ensuring approved alternatives can be available at every location so all Airmen have the same set of options. This currently limits options like swimming or biking where sufficient equipment is not available at all locations. Likewise, based on equipment requirements and the need for continued testing, the one-mile walk is not being incorporated as an option at this time. The two-kilometer walk will remain a fitness component for those who are not medically cleared to perform the two approved aerobic options.

The Air Force Services Center is working with installation Fitness Assessment Cells to schedule and conduct training for Unit Fitness Program Managers and Physical Training Leaders to ensure proper administration of the new components.

The alternative events will not apply to Guardian annual fitness tests as the U.S. Space Force develops and implements their service-specific Holistic Health Assessment over the next year.

By Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

TSSi Receives U.S. Department of Labor 2021 Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion Award

November 15th, 2021

The HIRE Vets Medallion Award is earned by businesses that demonstrate unparalleled commitment to attracting, hiring, and retaining veterans.

Harrisonburg, Virginia, November 15, 2021 – U.S. Secretary of Labor Martin J. Walsh recognized Tactical & Survival Specialties, LLC (TSSi) as one of the 849 recipients of the 2021 HIRE Vets Medallion Award during a virtual award ceremony presented by U.S. Department of Labor. TSSi earned the platinum award after applying earlier this year. The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans Act (HIRE Vets Act) Medallion Program is the only federal award program that recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain veterans.

Tom Noble, CEO of TSSi stated, “TSSi is proud of our team’s veterans. They routinely go beyond the call of duty to provide mission support to our Department of Defense and other Government customers, demonstrating their continuing dedication to our Nation. We are honored to receive the 2021 Platinum Medallion Award.”

TSSi joins 848 other companies from 49 states, plus the District of Columbia, who have shown a commitment to hiring veterans, but also ensuring that they have a long-term career and growth plan that uses the diverse skills they acquired through their military service.

Recipients of the 2021 HIRE Vets Medallion Award meet rigorous employment and veteran integration assistance criteria, including veteran hiring and retention percentages; availability of veteran-specific resources; leadership programming for veterans; dedicated human resource efforts; pay compensation, and tuition assistance programs for veterans. More than 1,400 employers have earned a HIRE Vets Medallion Award since 2018.

About the HIRE Vets Medallion Program:

The HIRE Vets Medallion Award is earned by businesses that demonstrate unparalleled commitment to attracting, hiring, and retaining veterans. The 2022 HIRE Vets Medallion Award application period will open to employers on Jan. 31, 2022. For more information about the program and the application process, visit HIREVets.gov. There are different awards for large employers (500-plus employees), medium employers (51-499 employees), and small employers (50 or fewer employees). Additionally, there are two award tiers: platinum and gold.

Millbrook Tactical Inc. Exclusive Canadian Reseller for OAC Skinbased Military Products

November 15th, 2021

Ottawa, Ontario (November 15, 2021) – Millbrook Tactical Group Inc. CEO, Frank Paquette just announced a newly formed exclusive partnership with OAC Skinbased of Finland and their Canadian sporting goods representative Gamic Sports Agency.

“Millbrook and Gamic Sports have enjoyed a very fruitful business relationship since 2017 and we are delighted to build further and represent world class manufacturer OAC Skinbased in the military sales segment.”

OAC Skinbased has linked their knowledge of composites, ski R&D experience, latest and patented technologies to create a completely new kind of ski line for unlimited access to the backcountry.  Their military line is the fruit of years of development and experience.  Field repairable, NIR compliant and designed for heavy loads and pulling sleds, this system will contribute to mission success in complex and challenging environments.

Winter mobility has been at the forefront of our global effort to equip military, special operations and, special mission organizations for several years.  After evaluating many potential solutions and long hours of rigorous testing, we are extremely confident and excited to announce we will bring AOCs military line of skis to Canada.

Through this newly formed partnership, Millbrook further establishes itself as the subject matter expert for global SOF solutions in the country.

This new range of winter mobility capabilities will complement our already existing line up of SOF centric offerings like Lost Arrow Project, Sitka Arrowhead, Acapulka, Clime & Place to name a few and, further consolidate our position as the Canadian leader in special mission equipment distribution & support.

In the coming months, Millbrook will start rolling out AOC Skinbased products to its retail locations in Ottawa, Petawawa & Quebec City as well as begin engagement with various end users.  Please do not hesitate to contact us for information at info@millbrookcanada.ca.

PDW CWO Full Zip Sweater

November 15th, 2021

Modern Classic Made for Cold Weather Operations Knit with Premium Merino Yarns

Prometheus Design Werx introduces their CWO Full Zip Sweater for Fall/Winter 2021. Inspired by classic British outdoor and military sweaters, this style has been updated with soft, yet hearty, premium merino yarns and expertly knit in a substantial weight with a 2×2 rib. Other details include a 2-way, reverse coil YKK front zipper, two zippered hand pockets, 4-way stretch nylon fabric reinforcements on the shoulders and elbows, turnback type cuffs with thumbholes and zips up to a turtleneck height. To bring this highest caliber performance sweater to market, PDW partnered up with an Italian knitting mill that has been making extra fine knitwear for generations. With the rugged Dolomites as their backyard, this factory knows a thing of two about crafting world class sweaters for expert alpinists, mountaineers, and skiers.

The CWO Full Zip Sweater is a part of Prometheus Design Werx’s PRO-Line of technical apparel. Available in Alpine Heather Gray, and Heather Black.

The Design and R&D Team at PDW states:

“The CWO Full Zip Sweater is clearly inspired by the traditional British outdoor and military knitwear, in particular the “commando sweater” from WWII. While the originals were also made with wool, they used a standard yarn, were rather scratchy and not the most comfortable. We quickly solved that issue by using extra fine, Italian merino yarns in 18.5 microns. This sweater is soft as it is rugged. We used over 2lbs of this premium yarn per sweater for a substantial weight to keep the user warm in cold weather conditions. From there it was refining and updating the additional details that went into this sweater. We used reverse coil nylon YKK zippers throughout, used a 4-way stretch nylon fabric reinforcements on the shoulders and elbows, that would move as the sweater would move, added 2 handy pockets to the body and turnback cuffs with thumbholes. The CWO is a sweater we created using uncompromising materials and old world craftsmanship, upgraded in all the meaningful ways, and inherently possesses the look of classic cold weather military and mountaineering wear. As in all of our apparel styles, it is the attention to details, premium materials, functional design considerations, and excellent quality of make that goes into everything we produce. This sweater is for those who set their sights for themselves and that they use to a higher standard.”

The CWO Full Zip Sweater will be available for purchase for $249.00 on Wednesday, November 17th, 2021 at 12:00pm PT via their website, prometheusdesignwerx.com.

TacJobs – Rampart Corp Seeks Territory Manager for Quebec and Maritime Agencies

November 15th, 2021

Rampart Corp. is looking for a Territory Manager to support Quebec and Maritime agencies.

rampartcorp.com/careers

Responsibilities:

• Communicating with clients to understand their needs and explain product value

• Identifying new prospects and clients and potential business opportunities as well as upselling products and services

• Building relationships with clients based on trust and respect

• Collaborating with internal departments to facilitate client need fulfillment

• Collecting and analyzing data to learn more about consumer behavior and maintaining Salesforce CRM to capture key sales and transactional activity

• Keeping accurate records pertaining to inventory and account notes.

• Maintaining updated knowledge of company products and services

• Operates as the point of contact for assigned customers and helps resolve complaints preventing escalation, improving processes and the customer experience

• Identifies and communicates industry trends.

• Generate sales among client accounts, including upsetting and cross-selling

• Makes sure clients receive requested products and services in a timely fashion

• Manage projects within client relationships, working to carry out client goals while meeting company goals

• Coordinate with Rampart International departments and colleagues working on the same account to ensure consistent service

• Collaborates with sales team to reach prospective clients

• Negotiate contracts and close agreements to maximize profits

• Clearly communicate the progress of monthly/quarterly initiatives to internal and external stakeholders

• Forecast and track key account metrics (e.g. quarterly sales results and annual forecasts)

• Prepare reports on account status

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, or related field or equivalent experience

• Proven work experience as an Account Manager, Key Account Manager, Sales Account Manager, Junior Account Manager or relevant role

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to collect, track, and analyze large amounts of data.

• Adaptability and strong problem-solving skills.

• Excellent active listening skills.

• Ability to build rapport and collaborate with others within the company and externally.

• Understanding of consumer behaviors and industry trends.

• Extensive, accurate product knowledge.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence key stakeholders at all levels of an organization, including executive and C-level

• Solid experience with CRM software (e.g. Salesforce) and MS Office (particularly MS Excel)

• Experience delivering client-focused solutions to customer needs

• Proven ability to juggle multiple account management projects at a time, while maintaining sharp attention to detail

• Excellent listening, negotiation and presentation abilities

Rampart Corp. est le principal fournisseur d’équipement opérationnel au Canada pour les forces de l’ordre, les militaires et les premiers intervenants. Nous recherchons un gérant de territoire pour soutenir les agences au Québec et Canada Atlantique

Responsabilités:

• Communiquer avec les clients pour comprendre leurs besoins et expliquer la valeur des produits

• Identification de nouveaux prospects et clients et opportunités commerciales potentielles ainsi que vente incitative de produits et services

• Établir des relations avec les clients basés sur la confiance et le respect

• Collaborer avec les services internes pour faciliter la satisfaction des besoins des clients

• Collecter et analyser des données pour en savoir plus sur le comportement des consommateurs et maintenir Salesforce CRM pour capturer les ventes clés et les activités transactionnelles

• Tenir des registres précis concernant l’inventaire et les notes de compte.

• Maintenir une connaissance à jour des produits et services de l’entreprise

• Fonctionne comme point de contact pour les clients assignés et aide à résoudre les plaintes, empêchant l’escalade, améliorant les processus et l’expérience client

• Identifie et communique les tendances de l’industrie.

• Générer des ventes parmi les comptes clients

• S’assure que les clients reçoivent les produits et services demandés en temps opportun

• Gérer des projets dans le cadre des relations avec les clients, en travaillant pour atteindre les objectifs du client tout en atteignant les objectifs de l’entreprise

• Coordonner avec les départements et collègues de Rampart International travaillant sur le même compte pour assurer un service cohérent

• Collabore avec l’équipe de vente pour atteindre les clients potentiels

• Négocier des contrats et conclure des accords pour maximiser les profits

• Communiquer clairement l’avancement des initiatives mensuelles/trimestriels aux parties prenantes internes et externes

• Prévoir et suivre les métriques des comptes clés (par exemple, les résultats des ventes trimestriels et les prévisions annuelles)

• Préparer des rapports sur l’état du compte

Qualifications:

• Baccalauréat en affaires, en communication ou dans un domaine connexe ou expérience équivalente

• Expérience professionnelle avérée en tant que gestionnaire de compte, gestionnaire de compte clé, gestionnaire de compte de vente, gestionnaire de compte junior ou rôle pertinent

• Compétences exceptionnelles en communication verbale et écrite.

• Capacité à collecter, suivre et analyser de grandes quantités de données.

• Adaptabilité et compétences en résolution de problèmes.

• Excellentes capacités d’écoute active.

• Capacité à établir des relations et à collaborer avec les autres au sein de l’entreprise et à l’extérieur.

• Compréhension des comportements des consommateurs et des tendances de l’industrie.

• Connaissance approfondie et précise des produits.

• Capacité démontrée à communiquer, présenter et influencer les principales parties prenantes à tous les niveaux d’une organisation, y compris les cadres et les cadres

• Solide expérience avec les logiciels CRM (par exemple Salesforce) et MS Office (en particulier MS Excel)

• Expérience dans la fourniture de solutions axées sur le client aux besoins des clients

• Capacité éprouvée à jongler avec plusieurs projets de gestion de comptes à la fois, tout en maintenant une grande attention aux détails

• Excellentes capacités d’écoute, de négociation et de présentation

Additional Pay:

• Bonus pay

• Commission pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

• Weekend availability

 

 

SilencerCo Kicks Off Black Friday Sales With Free Suppressor Promotion

November 15th, 2021

Promo to Run For a Limited Time

November 15, 2021 — West Valley City, UT — SilencerCo is launching a free suppressor promo that customers won’t want to miss. Starting November 15, 2021, and running through December 5, 2021, customers who make a purchase over a certain dollar threshold will receive either a free Silencerco Octane or Warlock suppressor. The best part? The free items will ship within six months of the original purchase date. 

In order to qualify for a free Warlock 22, customers must spend at least $599 (before tax) on SilencerCo suppressors and accessories. To receive the free Octane 9 or 45, they are required to spend $799 (before tax). The qualifying purchase must include at least one serialized item. There is no limit on free suppressors, however, you can only register up to five free suppressors per submission. Two of SilencerCo’s most iconic silencers, the Octane is primarily used on pistol platforms while the Warlock is intended for rimfire use. 

“With the Octane MSRP set at $624 and the Warlock at $323, the potential value in free products for the customer is substantially high,” said VP of Sales Scott Clinger. “That totals almost $1,000 in savings, simply by making a purchase within a certain timeframe.” 

Purchases must be made through a retailer between November 15, 2021 – December 5, 2021 to be eligible. After the purchase, the customer needs to register for the promo using a date-stamped receipt and a copy of their form 4. The deadline for registration is December 31, 2021. 

SilencerCo reserves the right to end the promotion at any time, but will give plenty of notice for customers who wish to take part in the promo. Updates will be posted to the SilencerCo website and social media platforms. 

For more information on the details of this promo or to register your purchase, please visit silencerco.com.