ICYMI: Industry News
From Feb. 28 — Mar. 6, 2026
Federal’s Spring Savings Slam Turkey Load Rebate Program is Underway
ederal Ammunition’s Spring Savings Slam rebate for hunting springtime gobblers is underway, and the promotion will run until May 31, 2026. Wild turkey hunters can now buy Federal Premium turkey loads and get up to $100 back.
To take advantage of this rebate, customers must purchase Federal’s Strut-Shok to receive a $3.00 rebate per box or buy Federal Premium® Grand Slam, 3rd Degree, Grand Slam Realtree 40th Anniversary Edition, HEAVYWEIGHT TSS Realtree 40th Anniversary Edition, HEAVYWEIGHT TSS Rob Roberts Limited Edition, HEAVYWEIGHT TSS to receive $5 per box back.
A minimum purchase of two (2) boxes is required, with a maximum rebate of $100.00 per person or household. Valid purchases must be made from March 1 through May 31, 2025. The deadline for submission of this rebate offer is June 30, 2026.
For complete details on rebates, visit: federalpremium.com.
Celerant Launches Cumulus Analytics to Bring Powerful Retail Insights to Independent Merchants
Celerant Technology announced the launch of Cumulus Analytics. This new analytics module empowers small and mid‑sized retailers using Cumulus Retail. Built as a streamlined, more affordable alternative to Stratus Analytics, Cumulus Analytics gives independent retailers access to the data and insights they need without the cost or complexity of enterprise-level tools.
Designed with usability in mind, Cumulus Analytics focuses on the metrics retailers care about most—sales trends, inventory efficiency, vendor performance, and customer behavior—helping merchants identify opportunities, reduce inefficiencies, and plan with confidence.
Cumulus Analytics is available immediately as an optional add-on for Cumulus Retail customers.
For more information, visit celerant.com.
ASP Appoints New Sales Director
Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) has hired Eric Alexander as the new Director of Sales for the Midsouth US region. Alexander will be responsible for law enforcement agency and distributor relationships in New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana. He will also manage ASP’s distributor relationships in Asia.
Mr. Alexander comes to the company with a strong public-sector background and high-performance leadership experience. Prior to joining ASP, he worked in the commercial insurance industry, dealing closely with municipalities and public entities. He holds a bachelor’s degree and MBA from Louisiana State University, where he also excelled on the football field, including LSU’s 2003 National Championship run. He then played seven seasons in the National Football League, including six with the New England Patriots, winning Super Bowl XXXIX.
For more information contact asp-usa.com.
FN Awarded $9.9 Million CONTRACT From U.S. Army and NAVY FOR Machine Guns
FN America has been awarded a $9.9 million contract to supply the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy with FN M240B machine guns, continuing the supply of FN America’s longest-standing military weapons platform.
The FN® M240B, built on the M240 platform that was adopted and has been in use by the U.S. military since the late 1970s, is the “go-to/can-do” medium machine gun for all branches of the U.S. military. This weapon’s high volume of fire makes it the principal suppressive firearm for the infantry platoon and company.
Chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO, the M240B’s cold hammer-forged MIL-SPEC barrel has a hard-chromed bore for longer life, improved accuracy and maximum range of 3,725 meters. The receiver is machined steel and is equipped with a top-mounted MIL-STD-1913 optical rail. The crossbolt safety and curved trigger help enhance operator control.
More information about FN’s military contracts and military product line can be found at fnamerica.com.
Real Avid Announces the Master Maintenance Collection for Glock
To assist Glock pistol owners in their upgrading and cleaning endeavors, Real Avid has developed a comprehensive, one-and-done Master Maintenance Collection for servicing this proven handgun platform.
The Master Maintenance Collection for Glock brings together all the essential and innovative Real Avid tools required to perform common upgrades, cleaning and maintenance, and tuning of the Glock pistol.
Contents for the Master Maintenance Collection for Glock include:
· Sight Pusher for Glock
· 4-in-1 Tool for Glock
· Smart Mag Tool for Glock
· Smart Mat for Glock Pistols
· Gun Boss Pro – Handgun Cleaning Kit
· Gun Boss Pro – Precision Cleaning Tools
· Master Bench Block Pro-Kit
· Magnetic Bore Light
· Accu-Grip Steel Picks
· Gun Tool Edge – Pistol
· Tri-Max CLP – 12 oz Aerosol
· Tri-Max CLP Gun Wipes – 60 Count Canister
· Gun-Max Gun Oil – 1 oz Bottle
To learn more about Real Avid’s tooling solutions designed for the do-it-yourself firearm owner and professional gunsmith, visit realavid.com.
