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FirstSpear, a Berry-compliant tactical and military gear manufacturer in Fenton, Mo., and Ocean State Innovations (OSI), a high-performance textiles supplier, announced they have partnered to expand the availability and access to FirstSpear’s patented Tubes® fasteners.
About FirstSpear Tubes fasteners
- Quick release and attachment: Designed for rapid gear donning and doffing with a two-motion technique.
- Reduced weight: Lighter than traditional fastening systems, aiding in increased user mobility.
- Infrared signature reduction: Compliant with U.S. military specs for NIR signature reduction.
- Modular integration: Facilitates field repairs and customization for specific mission requirements.
- Self-cleaning: Designed to clear dirt and debris through normal operation, ensuring reliability in critical operations.
- Cross compatibility: Available in 2- and 4-inch lengths. All male and female tubes are cross-compatible between sizes.
“This collaboration with OSI marks an important step in our mission to equip the warfighter with the best and most capable tools available,” says Scott Carver, CEO of FirstSpear. “Tubes technology is much more than a fastener; they are the release system relied on by the most demanding operators in the harshest conditions. OSI’s textile expertise and global supply chain complement our passion for equipping those operators built for the X.”
OSI is the exclusive distributor of FirstSpear Tubes Fasteners. FirstSpear will continue to support program sales and retail customers can continue to purchase them at www.first-spear.com.