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Thursday, June 4, 2026  ■  Shows

Blue Force Gear to Exhibit Innovative Tactical Gear at OTA Annual Training Conference

Blue Force Gear®, the industry leader in lightweight load carriage and tactical equipment innovation, will showcase its latest products and proven mission-essential gear at the Ohio Tactical Officers Association (OTOA) Annual Training Conference, June 8–12, in Sandusky, Ohio. Attendees can visit Blue Force Gear at Booth #31 to see firsthand the company's newest innovations designed to reduce weight, improve efficiency, and enhance operational effectiveness for law enforcement and first responders.

Among the products on display will be the recently introduced MARCO HR™, a next-generation chemlight deployment system engineered to modernize low-light marking operations. Purpose-built for military and law enforcement professionals operating in demanding environments, the patent-pending MARCO HR dramatically reduces the bulk and inefficiencies associated with traditional taped chemlight bundles while increasing deployment speed and operational efficiency.

Constructed from rugged injection-molded nylon, the MARCO HR carries and rapidly deploys thirty 2-inch chemlights in a compact system weighing only 9.6 ounces when fully loaded. Utilizing a palm-actuated mechanical design, the system simultaneously deploys and activates each chemlight instantly, allowing operators to maintain situational awareness without diverting attention to confirm activation.

"Law enforcement officers and first responders continue to face increasingly complex operational demands," said Ashley Burnsed, CEO of Blue Force Gear. "Every piece of equipment they carry must earn its place. Our focus remains on delivering lighter, smarter solutions that enhance performance, reduce unnecessary weight, and provide professionals with the tools they need to accomplish their mission safely and effectively."

In addition to its newest product introductions, Blue Force Gear will showcase its full range of mission-proven equipment, including its world-renowned weapon slings, Ten-Speed® multi-use pouches, MOLLEminus® platforms, and Helium Whisper® attachment technology.

Conference attendees are encouraged to stop by Booth #31 throughout the event to meet with Blue Force Gear representatives, explore new product offerings, and learn how the company's innovative solutions continue to support law enforcement and first responders nationwide.

About Blue Force Gear: Blue Force Gear® is a leading innovator in lightweight tactical equipment, best known for producing some of the world's most trusted weapon slings. The company continues to redefine load carriage to benefit those who have to carry the load day in and day out. For more information, visit blueforcegear.com.