ICYMI: Industry News
From Sept. 2-6, 2024

Barrett Secures Contract With Norwegian Defense Materiel Agency For M107A1 Rifles

Barrett Firearms Manufacturing Inc. announced a significant new contract with the NATO-allied Norwegian Defense Materiel Agency (NDMA). The agreement enables the Norwegian Armed Forces to upgrade their existing Barrett Model 82A1 rifles, in service since 1999, to the more advanced model M107A1.

Barret CEO Bryan James said, “We are honored to continue our partnership with the Norwegian Armed Forces by providing the M107A1, a rifle that embodies our dedication to precision, reliability and innovation. This move ensures that the Norwegian forces are equipped with the latest advancements in long-range firepower.”

This is an important step for NDMA and Barrett. The M107A1 rifle, chambered in .50 BMG (Browning Machine Gun), is a substantial upgrade from the Model 82A1, offering reduced weight, improved performance, greater durability and modern features tailored to meet the evolving demands of modern warfare. The M107A1 is also suppressor capable, adding a critical feature for reducing the rifle’s signature in various operational environments.

This contract highlights the NDMA’s confidence in Barrett’s ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet the rigorous standards of military use. The M107A1 will significantly enhance the Norwegian Armed Forces’ capabilities to engage targets at extreme ranges, destroy valuable enemy assets and secure tactical advantages on the battlefield.

For more info: barrett.net

LION Creates New Business Units

LION, manufacturer of first responder personal protective equipment (PPE), training products, PPE care and maintenance and uniforms, announced a change to its operational structure.

Effective October 1, 2024, two business units will be responsible for the Americas market: LION Safety Solutions and LION Identity and Protection Systems. LION Safety Solutions will be a new business unit dedicated solely to LION Training Products/Training Solutions and LION TotalCare product lines. This business unit will have its own dedicated sales and marketing, product management, research and development and operations functions.

The LION Identity and Protection Systems business unit will be dedicated solely to LION’s PPE, PPE essentials and NFPA-certified and non-certified Elbeco uniform product lines. This business unit will also continue to have dedicated field sales and marketing, product management, research and development and operations functions separate from those dedicated to LION Training Products/Training Solutions and LION TotalCare.

“I am confident by creating these two business units, we will create the dedicated focus and resources that ensure we continue to innovate and deliver the best LION products, services, solutions and world-class customer experience to the industries we serve,” said Steve Schwartz, fourth-generation family co-owner and CEO of LION. “We look forward to building on our long history as one LION team while bringing additional value to our customers, our distributor partners and our suppliers.”

For more info: lionprotects.com

Springfield Armory M1A Gear Up Promotion

Springfield Armory’s M1A Gear Up Promotion for 2024 is happening now and offers shooters a selection of top gear for this popular line of rifles.

Customers who purchase a new Springfield Armory M1A rifle between Sept. 1, 2024 and Dec. 31, 2024, are eligible to receive two 20-round magazines and an M1A scope mount for free as part of the Gear Up promotion. This promotion includes all M1A models except the 50th Anniversary Rifle. The package is valued at $282

Consumers in states with magazine-capacity restrictions are eligible to receive two 10-round magazines that are compliant with state laws along with the M1A scope mount.

The Springfield Armory fourth-generation Aluminum Scope Mount included in the Gear Up package is both extremely secure and lightweight. For stability, it attaches at two points to ensure a sound foundation for an optic. The mount is also designed to allow the use of factory iron sights with the scope removed.

For more info: m1agearup.com

Heat Hog Receives New Patents From U.S. Patent Office

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has issued U.S. Patents No. 12,018,846, D1,030,018, D1,030,988 and D1,036,635 for the Heat Hog brand of innovative portable heating products.

The newly issued patents cover Heat Hog portable propane heaters, available in three models, with BTU outputs of 4,000, 9,000 and 18,000, catering to outdoor enthusiasts and individuals seeking easy-to-use, reliable heating options for their outdoor activities such as in the hunting blind, camping or ice fishing.

Ron Ten Berge, CEO of Pinnacle Climate Technologies (developer of Heat Hog) stated, “I am incredibly proud of our team for this outstanding product and genuinely game-changing innovation. Users’ experience in the field with the Heat Hog is second to none. We’re excited to have more consumers and retailers learn about Heat Hog this fall and winter season.”

For more info: heathog.com