Reading, PA (October 12, 2011) – Elbeco, Inc. announced today the addition of the V1 TexTropTM External Vest Carrier (V1) to its line of professional performance uniforms. The V1 is a cosmetic outershell designed to be worn over a uniform shirt. It houses wearers’ existing vest carriers in their original concealable carrier delivering a clean, professional uniform look. When paired with an Elbeco TexTrop TM shirt, the vest is virtually undetectable-even at close range.
“Though demand for external ballistic and stab-proof vests has increased, the look of these vests has not yet evolved. Through conversations with law enforcement officers across the country, we learned that there is a growing need for an external vest carrier that provides a clean, professional look – something that is not widely found in today’s market,” said JD Devine, director of sales and business development for Elbeco. “We designed, developed and tested the V1 to fill this need, and are pleased to now offer it to the market.”
- Flexible design accommodates most vest carriers currently on the market
- Professional uniform shirt look (identical fabric match with Elbeco TexTrop Shirts):
- Two pleated front pockets with scalloped flaps featuring hook and loop closure
- Pen opening at each pocket and pocket flap
- Loose name tape for embroidery and badge tab included
- Box-stitched shoulder straps with mic opening
- Stitched-in military creases
- False button front placket to match shirt
- Heavy-duty twill-lined interior for added durability
- Back-to-front hook and loop side panels for easy on/off
- Pouches at front and back for convenient insertion/removal of existing concealable vest carrier
- Available in all nine TexTrop shirt colors
Elbeco Incorporated has been manufacturing uniforms for Police, Fire, EMS, Postal, Tactical, and Transportation personnel for over 100 years. With approximately 300 union-represented associates, the company is America's premier and largest manufacturer of union-made uniforms, supplying over 17,000 agencies and private companies across the U.S. and Canada. Elbeco services the uniform needs of this professional community through its network of over 400 authorized dealers. Additional information about Elbeco Incorporated and its products can be found at www.elbeco.com.