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SAAMI Ballistics Conference a Success, Attracts Largest Attendance

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SAAMI Ballistics Conference a Success, Attracts Largest Attendance

SHELTON, Conn.— The 2024 Ballistics Conference presented by the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,® (SAAMI®) on September 10-12 in Salt Lake City was a resounding success, including a record attendance of more than 110 industry professionals. SAAMI is the organization at the forefront of promoting firearm safety by creating standards that ensure safety, reliability and interchangeability of firearms, ammunition and components.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox kicked off the conference with a keynote address that highlighted the contributions of SAAMI for nearly 100 years.

The conference featured full-day presentations on September 10 and 11 and live demonstrations at a shooting range on September 12.

Included in the large turnout were international attendees from Canada, Mexico, New Zealand, Germany and Spain. When SAAMI began its conference in 2014, attendance was around 40 individuals. Conferences have steadily increased in size and offerings through the years.  “This year’s record attendance is a clear indication of the importance of this event to the ammunition and firearm development and testing community, as well as government and law enforcement test labs and procurement activities.  It also is an important part of SAAMI’s commitment to the promotion of safety, reliability and interchangeability in firearms and ammunition for the shooting public,” said Joe Bartozzi, SAAMI President and CEO.

This year’s conference displayed SAAMI’s commitment to keeping the agenda pertinent to the industry and user community with new topics on long-range ballistics and drag measurement, applications of additive manufacturing techniques, and measurement of physical dimensions of firearm parts and ammunition components by established manufacturers serving the industry.  Presentations on the operation of piezoelectric pressure transducers and other electronic sensors and associated data acquisition systems are included at every conference and form the backbone of the agenda.

The September 12 range day, which was new for the 2024 conference, featured a demonstration of the Infinition long-range radar system presented by Barnes Bullets; a demonstration of the Oehler System 89 for measurement of ballistic coefficient and time-of-flight presented by Oehler Research; a demonstration of the calibration system by the Modal Shop; and a chance to shoot variety of firearms provided by Browning Arms Company and H-S Precision.

SAAMI extends its thanks and appreciation to the sponsors of this year’s Ballistics Conference:

PCB Piezotronics – Gold Level

DEWESoft – Gold Level

Layered Manufacturing and Consulting – Silver Level

Oehler Research – Silver Level

National Technical Systems (NTS) – Silver Level

Kistler Group – Silver Level

H-S Precision – Bronze Level

SAAMI would also like to extend its thanks and appreciation to the Browning Arms Company and H-S Precision for providing firearms and ammunition for the range.

For questions about future sponsorship opportunities for the SAAMI Conference, please email [email protected].

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About SAAMI
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284

SAAMI Announces Acceptance of New 5.7 X 28 FN Cartridge

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SAAMI Announces Acceptance of New 5.7 X 28 FN Cartridge

SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®) has announced the acceptance of the 5.7 X 28 FN centerfire pistol and revolver cartridge. SAAMI is the organization at the forefront of promoting firearm safety by creating standards that ensure safety, reliability and interchangeability of firearms, ammunition and components.

5.7 X 28 FN – The 5.7 FN, originally designed by FN Herstal, S.A., was proposed for standardization by SAAMI Voting Member Fiocchi of America, in partnership with FN America, LLC. The cartridge features a 40-grain bullet traveling at a velocity of 1,750 fps from a 5-inch test barrel and a Maximum Average Pressure (“MAP”) of 48,500 psi.

For further information, including performance data and cartridge and chamber dimensions on this new cartridge please visit https://saami.org/technical-information/cartridge-chamber-drawings/.

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About SAAMI
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284

SAAMI Conference Special Hotel Rate Good Through August 19 — Last Call!

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SAAMI Conference Special Hotel Rate Good Through August 19 — Last Call!

Ballistics Conference Hotel DeadlineSHELTON, Conn. —  There’s only one week left to take advantage of the special hotel rate for the 2024 Ballistics Conference presented by the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,® Inc., (SAAMI®).  The Conference will be held on September 10-12 in Salt Lake City, with Utah Governor Spencer Cox slated to give the keynote address.

August 19 is the deadline to save on your room expense at the host Sheraton Salt Lake City hotel. Request the “SAAMI Ballistics Conference Fall 2024 Group” room rate at the time of booking. If you haven’t registered for the conference yet, you can do so here. The agenda and schedule for the conference is here.

The conference will feature full-day presentations on September 10 and 11 and live demonstrations at a shooting range on September 12.

“This is an important event for SAAMI, the firearm and ammunition industry, as well as test labs and government agencies,” said Joe Bartozzi, SAAMI’s President & CEO. “We’re grateful to the many sponsors who are supporting this Ballistics Conference and its educational offerings. This event is another example of SAAMI fulfilling its mission of establishing standards and providing education about the safety, reliability and interchangeability of sporting arms and ammunition by bringing together experts in materials, testing methods and equipment with their users.”

The event is for industry professionals concerned with manufacturing, performance and operations standards and will cover topics that include:

  • SAAMI Z299.6 – Standard for Commercial Manufacturers of Suppressors
  • Benefits of a Quality Management System in the Ballistics Range
  • Radar Systems for Measurement of Downrange Trajectory and Bullet Characteristics
  • Sensors for Gun Dynamics & Human Exposure
  • Ballistic Pressure Sensor User’s Training
  • Ballistic Pressure Sensor Calibration
  • See website for full list. 

SAAMI members and non-members are welcome to attend. The attendance fee, in combination with the generosity of the sponsors, will cover the conference cost, as well as lunches, coffee breaks and 1½-hour social networking events on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.

The September 12 range day will include a demonstration of the Infinition long-range radar systems (both lab-scale 100-yard and long-range 1000-plus yard) presented by Barnes Bullets and down-range data acquisition equipment by Oehler Research.  The Modal Shop will also be providing hands-on demonstrations and training with their piezoelectric pressure gauge calibration system.  H-S Precision and Browning Arms will be offering an opportunity for attendees to try a variety of firearms while not engaged with equipment demonstrations.

SAAMI extends its thanks and appreciation to the sponsors of this year’s Ballistics Conference:

PCB Piezotronics – Gold Level

DEWESoft – Gold Level

Layered Manufacturing and Consulting – Silver Level

Oehler Research – Silver Level

National Technical Systems (NTS) – Silver Level

Kistler Group – Silver Level

H-S Precision – Bronze Level

For questions about any aspect of the conference, please email [email protected] or call 203-426-4358.

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About SAAMI
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284

 

SAAMI Auction Raises Funds for NSSF’s Project ChildSafe

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SAAMI Auction Raises Funds for NSSF’s Project ChildSafe

Project Childsafe.orgWASHINGTON, D.C. — At its recent annual board and committee meetings in Salt Lake City, the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® auctioned many generously donated products from industry to raise $10,000 in support of Project ChildSafe®, the firearm safety program of NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association.

SAAMI® is the organization at the forefront of promoting firearm safety by creating standards that ensure safety, reliability and interchangeability of firearms, ammunition, and components.

“Promoting firearm safety has long been a top priority for SAAMI and NSSF, and so it’s appropriate for SAAMI to help support NSSF’s Project ChildSafe, the national’s largest firearm safety program,” said SAAMI President and CEO Joe Bartozzi, who also is NSSF’s President and CEO and Chairman of the Project ChildSafe Foundation. “This donation will help Project ChildSafe reach more people with their firearm safety reminders and resources to help prevent firearm-related accidents, suicides and thefts.”

SAAMI’s $10,000 donation was made to the Project ChildSafe Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charity that helps the Project ChildSafe program meet the high demand for its firearm safety resources. The Project ChildSafe Foundation accepts donations year-round here and is helping Project ChildSafe reach its 25th anniversary goal of raising $250,000 to reach more firearm owners with the message of “Own It? Respect It. Secure It.”

Project ChildSafe promotes securely storing firearms when they’re not in use through the distribution of free gun locks and educational materials. Now in its 25th year of promoting safety in all 50 states and the five U.S. territories, Project ChildSafe has partnered with more than 15,000 law enforcement departments to distribute 41 million firearm safety kits that include a gun lock and safety booklet.

Industry sponsors of the SAAMI auction were Ammo-Up USA, B5 Systems, Beretta, Browning, Colt Manufacturing, Douglas Barrels, Fiocchi of America, Glock, Henry Repeating Arms, Hodgdon Powder, Hornady Manufacturing, Kahr Firearms Group, Kent Cartridge, Kinsey Rhea, Lyman Products, MCR Safety, North American Arms, Nosler, NSSF, O.F. Mossberg, Olin Corp./Winchester Div., Smith & Wesson, St. Mark’s Powder, Ruger, Taurus, The Kinetic Group, True Velocity Ammunition, X-Vision Optics and New River Energetics.

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About SAAMI
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284

SAAMI Ballistics Conference Special Hotel Rate Deadline is Aug. 19

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SAAMI Ballistics Conference Special Hotel Rate Deadline is Aug. 19

Ballistics Conference Hotel DeadlineSHELTON, Conn.— The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,® Inc., (SAAMI®), has scheduled its 2024 Ballistics Conference for September 10-12 in Salt Lake City, with Utah Governor Spencer Cox slated to give the keynote address.

SAAMI reminds attendees not to miss the August 19 deadline to save money by taking advantage of the special room rate at the host Sheraton Salt Lake City hotel. Request the “SAAMI Ballistics Conference Fall 2024 Group” room rate at the time of booking. If you haven’t registered for the conference yet, you can do so here. A succinct overview of the conference is here.

The conference will feature full-day presentations on September 10 and 11 and live demonstrations at a shooting range on September 12.

This is an important event for SAAMI, the firearm and ammunition industry, as well as test labs and government agencies.” said Joe Bartozzi, SAAMI’s President & CEO. “We’re grateful to the many sponsors who are supporting this Ballistics Conference and its educational offerings. This event is another example of SAAMI fulfilling its mission of establishing standards and providing education about the safety, reliability and interchangeability of sporting arms and ammunition by bringing together experts in materials, testing methods and equipment with their industry users.”

The event is for industry professionals concerned with manufacturing, performance and operations standards and will cover topics like:

  • SAAMI Z299.6 – Standard for Commercial Manufacturers of Suppressors
  • Benefits of a Quality Management System in the Ballistics Range
  • Radar Systems for Measurement of Downrange Trajectory and Bullet Characteristics
  • Sensors for Gun Dynamics & Human Exposure
  • Ballistic Pressure Sensor User’s Training
  • Ballistic Pressure Sensor Calibration
  • See website for full list of topics.

SAAMI members and non-members are welcome to attend. The attendance fee for SAAMI members and government employees is $500 and for all other attendees, $550.

The September 12 range day will include a demonstration of the Infinition long-range radar systems (both lab-scale 100-yard and long-range 1000-plus yard) presented by Barnes Bullets.  Browning Arms will be offering an opportunity for attendees to try a variety of firearms while not engaged with equipment demonstrations.

SAAMI extends its thanks and appreciation to the sponsors of this year’s Ballistics Conference:

PCB Piezotronics – Gold Level

DEWESoft – Gold Level

Layered Manufacturing and Consulting – Silver Level

Oehler Research – Silver Level

National Technical Systems (NTS) – Silver Level

Kistler Group – Silver Level

H-S Precision – Bronze Level

For questions about any aspect of the conference, please email [email protected] or call 203-426-4358.

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About SAAMI
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284

 

SAAMI Ballistics Conference Set for Sept. 10-12

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SAAMI Ballistics Conference Set for Sept. 10-12

SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,® Inc., (SAAMI®), has opened registration for the 2024 Ballistics Conference, taking place September 10-12 in Salt Lake City, with Utah Governor Spencer Cox slated to give the keynote address.

The conference will feature full-day presentations on September 10 and 11 and live demonstrations at a shooting range on September 12.

“This is an important event for SAAMI, the firearm and ammunition industry, as well as test labs and government agencies.” said Joe Bartozzi, SAAMI’s President & CEO. “We’re grateful to the many sponsors who are supporting this Ballistics Conference and its educational offerings. This event is another example of SAAMI fulfilling its mission of establishing standards and providing education about the safety, reliability and interchangeability of sporting arms and ammunition by bringing together experts in materials, testing methods and equipment with their users.”

The event is for industry professionals concerned with manufacturing, performance and operations standards and will cover topics that include:

  • SAAMI Z299.6 – Standard for Commercial Manufacturers of Suppressors
  • Benefits of a Quality Management System in the Ballistics Range
  • Radar Systems for Measurement of Downrange Trajectory and Bullet Characteristics
  • Sensors for Gun Dynamics & Human Exposure
  • Ballistic Pressure Sensor User’s Training
  • Ballistic Pressure Sensor Calibration
  • See website for full list

SAAMI members and non-members are welcome to attend. The attendance fee, in combination with the generous sponsorship of the presenters, will cover the conference cost, as well as lunches, coffee breaks and 1.5-hour social networking events on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.

Registration website can be found here, and the host hotel Sheraton Salt Lake City website can be found here. A special room rate has been arranged for this event for reservations made on or before August 19.

The September 12 range day will include a radar demonstration of the Infinition radar systems (both lab-scale 100-yard and long-range 1000-plus yard) presented by Barnes Bullets. Browning Arms will be offer an opportunity for attendees to test products while not engaged with the radar demonstration.

SAAMI extends its thanks and appreciation to the sponsors of this year’s Ballistics Conference:

PCB Piezotronics – Gold Level

DEWESoft – Gold Level

Layered Manufacturing and Consulting – Silver Level

Oehler Research – Silver Level

National Technical Systems (NTS) – Silver Level

Kistler Group – Silver Level

H-S Precision – Bronze Level

For questions about any aspect of the conference, please email [email protected].

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About SAAMI
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284

SAAMI Adds HAZMAT Special Permit Information to Website

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SAAMI Adds HAZMAT Special Permit Information to Website

 

SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®), has published a new webpage on SAAMI.org dedicated to providing HAZMAT Special Permit information to users.

HAZMAT Special Permits are documents issued by the United States Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration to ensure the safe transportation of hazardous materials (HAZMAT) when not otherwise permitted in the Hazardous Materials Regulations.

The new SAAMI HAZMAT Special Permit page lists Special Permits relevant to the transportation of ammunition and components. Each of the Special Permits is listed and includes a description about what the Special Permits authorize. Also provided is information on how to look up a Special Permit and how to apply for Party Status.

“We’ve added this information in response to requests from SAAMI member companies,” said Joe Bartozzi, SAAMI’s President & CEO. “In making this information easily available, we are fulfilling a component of SAAMI’s mission to help ensure ammunition and components are transported safely throughout the world.”

The new webpage is called HAZMAT Special Permits and is located under Transportation and Storage Regulations Information.

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About SAAMI
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284

SAAMI Welcomes Bristol Ridge Precision and PCB Piezotronics as New Members

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SAAMI Welcomes Bristol Ridge Precision and PCB Piezotronics as New Members

 

SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®), is pleased to announce the addition of two new member companies: Bristol Ridge Precision, LLC, and PCB Piezotronics, Inc.

Bristol Ridge Precision has joined as a Supporting Member and is a manufacturer of ammunition headquartered in Warrensburg, Missouri. PCB Piezotronics has joined as an Affiliate Member and is a manufacturer of pressure measurement devices for the industry headquartered in Depew, New York.

“We are very pleased to have Bristol Ridge Precision and PCB Piezotronics join the SAAMI family,” said Joe Bartozzi, SAAMI’s President and CEO. “They are joining a long list of leading organizations who are at the forefront of promoting firearm safety by the creation of standards that ensure the safety, reliability and interchangeability of firearms and ammunition.”

As new Supporting and Affiliate members, respectively, Bristol Ridge Precision and PCB Piezotronics will have full access to SAAMI firearms and ammunition technical standards, as well as SAAMI’s reference ammunition program assessments. This status also lets their customers know they support the work SAAMI does for the entirety of the industry and the safety of participants of the shooting sports.

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About SAAMI
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284

SAAMI Welcomes FN America to Organization

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SAAMI Welcomes FN America to Organization

FN AmericaSHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®) is pleased to announce that FN America, LLC, has joined SAAMI as an Associate Member. FN America is a manufacturer of firearms and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia.

“We are pleased to welcome FN America as an Associate member,” said Joe Bartozzi, SAAMI’s President & CEO. “In joining SAAMI, they become part of the premier US organization for the establishment and publication of standards for the safety, reliability and interchangeability of sporting arms and ammunition.”

As a new Associate member, FN America will have representation and voting privileges on committees and will have the ability to introduce new cartridges for SAAMI standardization. They also will have full access to SAAMI firearms and ammunition technical standards, as well as the reference ammunition program assessments. This status also lets FN America’s customers know they support the work SAAMI does for the entirety of the industry and the safety of participants of the shooting sports.

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About SAAMI
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284

SAAMI Announces Acceptance of Two New Cartridges

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SAAMI Announces Acceptance of Two New Cartridges

SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®) has announced the acceptance of two new rifle cartridges for SAAMI standardization. SAAMI is the organization at the forefront of promoting firearm safety by creating standards that ensure safety, reliability and interchangeability of firearms, ammunition and components.

Click on the cartridge name to open the introduction package.

22 Advanced Rifle Cartridge – The 22 ARC was introduced by the Hornady Manufacturing Co. with a 75-grain bullet traveling at a velocity of 3,075 fps and a Maximum Average Pressure of 52,000 psi.

22 Creedmoor – The 22 CM was introduced by the Hornady Manufacturing Co. with an 80-grain bullet traveling at a velocity of 3,250 fps and a Maximum Average Pressure of 62,000 psi.

For further information on these new cartridges, please visit https://saami.org/technical-information/cartridge-chamber-drawings/.

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About SAAMI
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284