A top manufacturer and seller of firearms suppressors has jumped into a new market—the firearms market, to be exact.
On Thursday, SilencerCo announced it had acquired Zev Technologies, well-known maker of many Glock aftermarket parts and, lately, complete firearms. Both companies have a storied past.
SilencerCo was founded in 2008 and continues to focus on exceptional customer service and industry-leading products crafted by people with the utmost dedication to the firearms industry. The company’s mission is to bring products to the market that enhance the shooting experience.
Zev was founded in 2006 in Oxnard, California, and started out making aftermarket parts for Glock pistols. The company is known for its quality and innovation, and its triggers are considered the gold standard for competitive shooters worldwide.
To SilencerCo leaders, the recent acquisition of Zev is a match made in heaven.
According to a press release distributed by SilencerCo, both brands are excited to join together in their efforts to bring quality products to the firearms industry. The transaction is expected to close during the second half of July. Through the acquisition, SilencerCo plans to bring renewed focus to the Zev Technologies brand as Zev shifts away from its OEM operations while maintaining their headquarters in Centralia, Washington.
“We are very happy to align ourselves with such an innovative company as Zev Technologies,” SilencerCo CEO Jonathon Shults said. “We look forward to the launch of the FDP-9/FDC-9 in conjunction with Magpul and anticipate that product launch taking place later this year.”
The FDP-9 is a 9mm Folding Defense Pistol, while the FDC-9 is a Folding Defense Carbine also chambered in 9mm. Introduction of both has been highly anticipated for the past several months.
Moving forward, SilencerCo will focus on furthering Zev’s brand, along with bringing additional resources for Zev-specific product launches and innovation. With this direction, SilencerCo is confident that Zev will have more opportunities to flourish as a brand.
“Our team is excited for the future of Zev under this new acquisition,” said Taylor Goode, Zev Technologies president. “We look forward to working closely with SilencerCo to enhance both of our brands and product lines.”
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