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Why Modernized Presses Are Crucial for Ammunition Manufacturers
The Stakes for Modern Ammunition Production In a fast-evolving defense environment, ammunition manufacturers are under constant pressure to produce more, faster, and with fewer defects. Modernization isn’t simply a competitive advantage — it’s a mission-critical necessity. The U.S. Army, for example, is investing heavily in automating its munitions plants because, “You get better quality [munitions]…
Why NATO Standards Matter in Ammunition Manufacturing
In today’s defense landscape, interoperability is everything, especially in ammunition manufacturing. For this reason, NATO standards play a vital role by allowing member nations to seamlessly share, deploy, and rely on each other’s resources in the heat of conflict. Without these standards, armies would face logistical challenges, compatibility issues, and safety risks, all of which…
Owning the Line: How Nations Are Taking Control of Ammunition Supply
Make or Buy? Let’s Talk ROI. If your organization is still purchasing its ammunition, it might be time to take a closer look at the math — and the bigger picture. More and more defense organizations are rethinking their sourcing strategies in favor of domestic, independent ammunition production. Why? Because the return on investment (ROI)…
Bliss Munitions Equipment (BME) Announces Its First International Branch of Business
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. – Jun. 30, 2025 – Bliss Munitions Equipment (BME) proudly announces the formation of Bliss Munitions Europe (BMEU), the newly established joint venture with VAPTECH JSC, a Swiss-owned company based in Bulgaria. The European venture strategically combines the complementary strengths of both organizations to meet Europe’s growing demand for ammunition production lines…
Bliss Munitions Equipment at IDEX 2025 with Michigan Office of Defense
ABU DHABI, UAE., – February 17, 2025 – Bliss Munitions Equipment is exhibiting at 2025 IDEX Exhibition at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi. This show varies from exhibitions in the past, as the company is exhibiting in liaison with the Michigan Office of Defense and Aerospace Innovation. The booth can be found in Hall…
Military Ammunition (MIL-SPEC) vs. Civilian Ammunition
Ever wondered what’s the difference between military ammunition and civilian or sporting ammunition? Well, it comes down to numerous situational factors, spanning from manufacture, to shooting capacity, and your specific application. Shockingly enough, Military-grade ammo is not any more powerful than the regular ammo that is created for the civilian market, but it exhibits different…
Bliss Munitions Equipment to Attend IDEF 2023
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., – July 24, 2023 – Bliss Munitions Equipment will be in attendance at the IDEF, International Defence Industry Fair in Turkey, at the Tüyap İstanbul Fair and Congress Center. The visiting dates for the Fair have been adjusted to Jul. 25-28. The IDEF International Defence Industry Fair is is one of the…
Bliss Munitions Equipment separates from BCN Technical Services Inc.
Bliss Munitions Equipment separates from BCN Technical Services Inc.