Posts Tagged ‘mil-spec’
Bliss Munitions Equipment Joins LCAAP as an ARMS Tenant
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., – Oct 15, 2025 – Bliss Munitions Equipment Joins LCAAP (Lake City Army Ammunition Plant) as an ARMS Tenant – a strong testament to the quality proven over Bliss’ 130-year legacy. With a team member onsite two to three weeks each month, Bliss Munitions’ hands-on approach ensures it upholds it’s legacy of…
Read MoreWhy 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]…
Read MoreOwning 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)…
Read MoreBliss 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…
Read MoreMilitary 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…
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