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MAG Instrument Inc. Continues Lighting the Path to Breast Cancer Awareness

ONTARIO, Calif. -- This month, Mag Instrument Inc. (MAG), the company that produces the iconic MAGLITE(R) line of flashlights, is once again partnering with National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.(R) (NBCF) to promote awareness of and raise funds to support the work of NBCF. In fact, 2018 will mark a decade that Mag Instrument Inc. has observed Breast Cancer Awareness Month and donated nearly $400,000 to NBCF.

"Just about everyone has a friend, a co-worker or a relative, if not an immediate family member, who has been affected by breast cancer," said Tony Maglica, Founder and President of Mag Instrument. "And this disease doesn't just affect the patient, one case touches many lives. We continue to support NBCF because it's an organization that's run with energy and passion, one that deploys resources in smart, practical ways."

Under the agreement, Mag Instrument provides financial support to NBCF and markets specially marked and packaged MAGLITE(R) SOLITAIRE(R) 1-AAA-cell and Mini MAGLITE(R) 2AA-cell flashlights. These focusing-beam machined aluminum mini flashlights are custom-anodized, laser engraved with the NBCF logo, and packaged in special pink packaging bearing the NBCF logo.

These specially-marked MAGLITE(R) compact flashlights are available at selected retailers across North America.

"Over the last ten years, with their support and through their pink American-made flashlights, MAGLITE(R) has helped provide early detection and support services to women affected by breast cancer," said NBCF. "We thank Tony Maglica and MAG Instrument for their generous support and commitment to helping people live longer and happier lives."

These specialty flashlights are also available at Maglite.com and can be found at these links.

MAGLITE(R) SOLITAIRE(R) LED - NBCF HOT PINK
http://bit.ly/NBCF-SOLITAIRE-LED

MINI MAGLITE(R) LED AA - NBCF HOT PINK
http://bit.ly/NBCF-MINI-MAGLITE-LED

MINI MAGLITE(R) PRO(R) LED AA - NBCF PINK CAMO
http://bit.ly/NBCF-MINI-MAGLITE-PRO-LED-CAMO

A percentage from the proceeds from the sale of these commemorative NBCF flashlights will help support the mission of NBCF.

"NBCF is grateful for MAG Instrument and the decade of partnership supporting our mission of Helping Women Now," said NBCF Corporate Partner Manager, Kara Causey. "Their donations will enable NBCF to continue providing help and inspiring hope to women affected by breast cancer across the U.S."

For more information on how you can support NBCF, please visit http://nbcf.org and to learn more about Mag Instrument Inc., visit: http://maglite.com.

About Mag Instrument:

Mag Instrument is proud to be a U.S.A. manufacturer. Each flashlight is a result of an obsession with fine engineering, craftsmanship and a commitment to perfection. Founder, owner and president Anthony Maglica has guided his company's growth from a one-man machine shop in 1955 to an enterprise that has proudly employed thousands of workers in America since it produced its first flashlight in 1979. For more information, visit: http://maglite.com/

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MAGLITE Joins Patriotic Americans and Organizations as Sponsor of The American Veterans Center and National Memorial Day Parade

ONTARIO, Calif. -- MAG Instrument, Inc., (MAG) has entered into a sponsorship agreement with The American Veterans Center and National Memorial Day Parade to provide resources for the organization and its programs. Among these efforts MAG will assist veterans to attend and be honored at the annual event.

MAG has agreed to fund the event with an initial cash donation and to design and offer for sale commemorative MAGLITE(R) flashlight models that will be branded for the event with a percentage of proceeds going to benefit the organization.

"I have deep feelings and great respect for all veterans and I am so pleased that we have been able to partner with The American Veterans Center in their efforts to make sure the greatest generation of World War II veterans are honored and that their sacrifice is not forgotten," said Tony Maglica, president, owner and founder of MAG Instrument.

On Memorial Day in Washington D.C. hundreds of thousands of Americans will line the National Mall to pay tribute to those who have served and sacrificed for our country. This year marks the 150th anniversary of Memorial Day, initially known as Decoration Day when it originated in the years following the Civil War.

The parade will pay special tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen, the first African American pilots in U.S. military history, in recognition of the 75th anniversary of their first deployment which took place in 1943, amid World War II. Several surviving Tuskegee Airmen will attend the parade. The parade will also commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of WWI.

This year's Grand Marshals are Anthony Sadler, Alek Skarlatos (Army National Guard veteran), and Spencer Stone (U.S. Air Force veteran), the heroes who stopped the terrorist attack on the French train in 2015 and who recently portrayed themselves in Clint Eastwood's "The 15:17 to Paris." MAGLITE(R) is sponsoring their appearance.

Honorary Grand Marshal is famed actor and veterans' advocate Gary Sinise. Also joining the parade are Tony-winning actor Joe Mantegna, Miss America 2018 Cara Mund, and celebrity chef & U.K. Royal Navy veteran Robert Irvine, with musical performances by Trace Adkins, Jerrod Niemann, and Cassidy Daniels.

About MAG Instrument:

MAG Instrument is proud to be a U.S.A. manufacturer. Each flashlight is a result of an obsession with fine engineering, craftsmanship and a commitment to perfection. Founder, owner and president Anthony Maglica has guided his company's growth from a one-man machine shop in 1955 to an enterprise that has proudly employed thousands of American workers since it produced its first flashlight in 1979.

For more information, visit: http://maglite.com/.

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MAGLITE Flashlight Wins National Hardware American Manufacturing Award for Best New Product for Second Year in a Row

ONTARIO, Calif. -- MAG Instrument Inc. (MAG), the world leader in flashlight technology, has been awarded the National Hardware American Manufacturing Award for Best New Product for the second year in a row. The award was presented to MAG by John Lederer with the National Hardware Show (NHS) and Marcie Gabor of the Made In USA Brand. The Maglite(R) ML150LR LED Rechargeable Flashlight System was selected out of eight finalists to receive the award.

NHS and the Made In USA Brand annually pick the Best New Product from an American manufacturer as such products are favored by conscientious consumers. The NHS and the Made in USA Brand are working together to support manufacturers who are forerunners in this national trend. The American Manufacturing Awards are given to companies that manufacture their products in the U.S.A. and focus on excellence in design, quality and innovation.

"It is an honor to receive this coveted award for the second year in a row," said Tony Maglica, president, owner and founder of MAG Instrument. "We maintain a commitment to high quality, American manufactured products while providing the public with high-performance, reliable and durable products."

The mid-sized ML150LR flashlight was designed with first responders in mind. It is a rechargeable flashlight that comes with a cradle intended to ride alongside officers in their patrol vehicle. The ML150LR packs over 1,000 lumens and lasts up to 79 hours in ECO mode. Multiple law enforcement officers from the National Tactical Officers Association who field-tested the ML150LR flashlight gave it a high rating and praised it for a variety of critical features including brightness, beam throw, toughness, on-time between charges and more. The ML150LR is also MAG's first mid-size flashlight to use Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFeP04) rechargeable battery chemistry, which allows for faster recharging (about 2.5 hours from "dead" to "full").

About Mag Instrument:

Mag Instrument is proud to be a U.S.A. manufacturer. Each flashlight is a result of an obsession with fine engineering, craftsmanship and a commitment to perfection. Founder, owner and president Anthony Maglica has guided his company's growth from a one-man machine shop in 1955 to an enterprise that has proudly employed thousands of American workers since it produced its first flashlight in 1979.

For more information, visit: http://maglite.com/

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Mag Instrument, Inc. will Highlight New Products, New Partnerships and continued support of American Manufacturing at 2018 National Hardware Show

ONTARIO, Calif. -- MAG Instrument, Inc. will once again be a major sponsor of the National Hardware Show and demonstrate its commitment to American manufacturing being the Co-Title Sponsor of the "MADE IN USA Pavilion." MAG is committed to making its products in the U.S.A. and educating consumers as to the quality and craftsmanship that separate U.S. products from those made overseas.

A story from USA Today noted that "Over 80 percent of Americans are willing to pay more for MADE in USA Products." Anthony Maglica, founder, owner and president of MAG, noted that on a recent visit to MAG, a California U.S. Congressman indicated that keeping U.S. manufacturing strong was not only an economic issue but is a national security issue.

"If the U.S.A. is going to continue to be great we must make things here," said Maglica. "A country without a manufacturing base is weak and at risk economically and otherwise. Making things here means good paying jobs and people who have money to shop at places like hardware retailers and that keeps the economy strong."

MAG will also be highlighting new MAGLITE(R) branded products and its' continued sponsorship of the non-profit organization the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

"Retailers have done well with our National Breast Cancer Foundation line of logo products that benefit breast cancer support and research and we are introducing a new LED line of products we are confident will prove popular as well," said Scott Field, global vice-president of sales and marketing.

MAG also recently launched new partnerships including an Everyday Carry series of products with Gerber and is currently in negotiations on several other upcoming partnerships.

"We are going to continue to innovate and support our retailers with unique marketing efforts and partnerships that increase sales and margins for our retailers so the MAGLITE brand continues to be the leading flashlight brand in the world," said Field.

You can visit the MAGLITE(R) Booth at the National Hardware Show May 8 - 10, 2018 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV. Booth #6937.

For more information visit: http://maglite.com/

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MAG Instrument and Maschmedt and Associates collaborate on marketing of MAGLITE products in Western US

ONTARIO, Calif. -- MAG Instrument Inc. has inked a manufacturer's representative agreement with Maschmedt Group, a full service sales and marketing firm, to greatly increase its reach in the critical retail sectors of sporting goods and hardware. The deal is expected to boost sales of MAGLITE(R) products in these sectors especially in the Western United States where Maschmedt & Associates concentrates its efforts.

The strategic timing of this alliance is ideal, given the impending introduction of new MAGLITE(R)-branded products that are well suited to drive increased market share in the flashlight and accessories sections of the sporting goods and hardware retail sectors.

"This is a great opportunity for Maschmedt & Associates to represent a globally recognized brand - MAGLITE - and increase the success of both organizations," said Tony Maglica, founder, president and CEO of MAG Instrument, Inc.

Maschmedt & Associates has decades of experience in increasing sales for an A-List of companies in the hardware and sporting goods sectors and prides itself on the dedication of its salesforce to the goals of its clients. Maschmedt focuses on the Western United States and is active in 17 states including: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming

"We are really pleased to have forged this strategic alliance with the iconic MAGLITE(R) brand - an alliance that will help a great American company to reach its goals," said Don Maschmedt, CEO, Maschmedt & Associates.

About Mag Instrument:
Mag Instrument is the epitome of the American dream and is dedicated to the highest standards of integrity. Each Mag Instrument flashlight represents a culmination of decades of research, development and continuous state-of-the-art refinement in every precision feature.

Mag Instrument is proud to be a U.S.A. manufacturer. Each flashlight is a result of an obsession with fine engineering, craftsmanship and a commitment to perfection. Founder, owner and president Anthony Maglica has guided his company's growth from a one-man machine shop in 1955 to an enterprise that has proudly employed thousands of American workers since it produced its first flashlight in 1979. Mag Instrument is committed to a performance and a reputation reflecting the very best we can achieve.

For more on Mag Instruments go to: http://maglite.com/

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National Association for Search and Rescue Names MAGLITE Official Flashlight for Search and Rescue

ONTARIO, Calif. -- The National Association for Search and Rescue (NASAR) has named MAGLITE(R) the official flashlight brand of search and rescue. Engineered and built in the U.S., and supported by expert service at the factory, MAGLITE(R), was selected due to its reputation for outstanding performance and durability among other features essential to a flashlight for search and rescue purposes.

"The MAGLITE brand has long been associated with world-class build quality, ruggedness, performance and design excellence. That's what search and rescue operators need because they are dealing with life and death situations on a regular basis," said Christopher Boyer, Executive Director of NASAR.

NASAR is a national non-profit organization founded in 1973 to educate and promote best practices in search and rescue. NASAR has a membership of more than 16,000 search and rescue professionals throughout North America.

The MAGLITE(R) line of machined aluminum flashlight embodies many critical features demanded by search and rescue practitioners.

In addition to being known for its performance and reliability, the MAGLITE(R) line is also known for key features such as:
* Multiple power settings on most LED models
* Sealing and anodizing throughout, to resist corrosion and ingress of water and grit
* Textured Grip, for ease of handling in wet, cold weather or in gloves
* Easily accessible switch, for easy operability in all conditions
* Precision, user-focusable optics.
"MAGLITE is pleased to be selected as the Flashlight for NASAR and search and rescue professionals everywhere," said Tony Maglica, Founder, Owner and CEO of MAG Instrument Inc. "First responders such as military, police, fire and search and rescue professionals need the best and most reliable equipment and we are proud to be their preferred flashlight."

For more information, visit: https://maglite.com/.

Learn more about NASAR at: http://www.nasar.org/.

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CollegeMagazine.com releases its List of the Top 10 Safety and Security Products Every College Student Must Have

ONTARIO, Calif. -- Every year millions of parents send their children off to college for the first time and what to pack for that child is top of mind, says MAG Instrument Inc. The days of making sure they have clean sheets, lots of socks and an umbrella are long gone. Kids these days have very different needs than in years past and CollegeMagazine.com has put together a list of the Top Ten Safety and Security Items College Kids Must Have and a MAGLITE flashlight is top of the list.

Being safe and secure on a campus today includes having items like a bullet and blast resistant backpack. It also means carrying an item like a ballistic pen that can break glass in an emergency situation. Being prepared means having a reliable multi-tool that can be used in a variety of situations to provide just the right tool for the job. Being able to see and be seen in any situation is a basic security item and the MAGLITE flashlight tops the list.

"It's easy to forget about packing safety items when you're busy buying dorm decor but it's essential. That's why our list features key safety items like a MAGLITE flashlight, especially when it comes to walking home late at night from the library," said CollegeMagazine.com Publisher Amanda Nachman.

"We want students to be proactive about their safety on campus. With this list, parents will have peace of mind that their child is prepared for any situation when they're away at college," said Nachman.

On the top of the list is a multi-mode flashlight with a safety wand and lamp feature. The MAGLITE is the choice here.

"Being able to see in any condition is an important safety and security issue for any college student," said Scott Field, Global VP of Sales and Marketing at MAG Instrument. "College students don't always keep the most regular hours and whether it's coming back from a late night in the library or late night out with friends, a MAGLITE provides reliable lighting for any condition."

The complete list from the CollegeMagazine.com list of Top Ten Safety and Security Items for College Students includes:
- MAGLITE Flashlight
- Bullet Blocker Bulletproof Backpack
- GERBER Multi-Tool
- GERBER Tactical pen
- Emergency USB Charger
- Under Bed Dorm Safe
- Mace Pepper Spray
- Self Defense Whistle
- Zippo Lighter
- Trauma Kit

For the full article click here or go to https://www.collegemagazine.com/safety-security-items-college.

Learn more about MAGLITE at: http://MAGLITE.com/

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MAGLITE Declares July as ‘National Roadside Traffic Safety Awareness Month’

ONTARIO, Calif. -- MAGLITE wants motorists and pedestrians to be extra vigilant to save lives during the "vacation months" - July through October - which are the most dangerous months the year for traffic fatalities. So MAGLITE is launching a dedicated web page, and promoting a public education campaign, in observance of the newly minted National Roadside Traffic Safety Awareness Month.

The goal is to reduce fatalities and injuries that occur on our roads and highways in vehicle traffic accidents, especially among pedestrians, who are far likelier to be fatally struck by vehicles at night than in the daytime.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data indicate that three of the four deadliest holiday weekends occur during the "vacation months" - Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day Weekends. And while alcohol-impaired driving is a factor in 29 percent of fatal crashes overall, the rate at which a drunk driver is involved rises significantly on those holiday weekends.

The "vacation months" are also a time for special caution at night. Despite traffic volumes being far lower at night than in the daytime, more than 1/3rd of all fatal crashes occur during the hours of dusk, darkness and dawn. And crashes at night are significantly deadlier than daytime crashes: In the hours from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., the rate of fatalities (per 1,000 crashes) is more than double the daytime rate, rising to nearly 4 times the daytime rate for crashes occurring in the after-midnight hours. And the later it gets, the more often alcohol plays a role: In after-midnight crashes, the likelihood of alcohol-impaired driver involvement rises to nearly 60 percent (compared to about 15 percent in the noon-to-3 p.m. time frame).

The NHTSA defines a pedestrian as anybody who is not in a vehicle - whether it's somebody just traveling in or near a road on foot or somebody who has gotten out of a vehicle on or near a road (e.g., because of a breakdown or a fender-bender). Pedestrians are especially vulnerable at night. Of the 5,376 pedestrians killed by vehicles in 2015 (amounting to 15 percent of all vehicle fatalities), 74 percent were struck at night (rising to 78 percent if you include dusk and dawn accidents).

When a car becomes disabled at night it is a much more dangerous situation then during the daylight hours due to the reduced visibility. A good flashlight with a traffic/safety wand (a plastic cone that fits on the flashlight and glows when the light is turned on), is an important safety item for anyone who drives at night, and even more important for anybody who walks along a road at night.

A series of statistics about the dangers faced by both drivers and pedestrians, and a series of life saving tips to avoid becoming a statistic of roadside dangers, is available at the National Roadside Traffic Safety Awareness web page at http://www.nrtsa.org/.

Additionally, MAGLITE will be offering flashlights, traffic/safety wands, and mounting brackets through the http://maglite.com/ website.

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The World Famous Brand of MAGLITE Flashlights Wins the 2017 National Hardware American Manufacturing Award for Best New Product

ONTARIO, Calif. -- Mag Instrument Inc., the world leader in flashlight technology, has been awarded the National Hardware American Manufacturing Award for Best New Product. The honor was given to the MAGLITE(R) brand for its new compact to mid-sized Traffic Wands that fit most popular MAGLITE(R) model flashlights (including the new MAGLITE(R) ML25 & ML50 series of mid-sized flashlights).

The Traffic Wands convert our most popular lights into illuminating high-visibility wands that can be used for signaling in emergencies situations or for traffic control / safety. They are also great for providing an area light source much like a camping lantern or candle.

"It is gratifying to win an award based on our being an American manufacturer and of course creating excellent products," said Tony Maglica, president and founder of Mag Instrument.

At the National Hardware Show MAG also introduced its brightest, farthest-reaching light ever -- the rechargeable MAGLITE(R) ML150LR(TM) which has generated intense interest in the trade and law enforcement. Despite its mid-size (C-cell format) dimensions, the ML150LR(TM) generates a stunning 1,000 lumens* and achieves a beam distance of over a quarter-mile. And thanks to multiple power settings and critical efficiency innovations, it can run for up to 75 hours on a single charge of its state-of-the-art Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery.

The American Manufacturing Awards are given only to companies that manufacture their products in the U.S.A. and focus on excellence in design, quality and innovation.

Mag Instrument is one of the only manufacturers left that still makes an entire line of machined-aluminum flashlights in the United States. Every flashlight is designed, engineered, developed and manufactured at MAG's World Headquarters in Southern California. Mag's iconic brand is legendary for its superior performance, quality, and durability.

More information: http://maglite.com/.

(Note: *Estimate. Final ANSI test results pending.)

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The MAGLITE ML150LR LED Flashlight Rechargeable System – the Brightest, Farthest-Reaching Light We’ve Ever Introduced

ONTARIO, Calif. -- Mag Instrument, Inc., the world leader in flashlight technology, will introduce its most powerful flashlight yet -- the rechargeable ML150 LR(TM). Despite its mid-size (C-cell format) dimensions, the ML150LR(TM) generates a stunning 1,000 lumens* and achieves a beam distance of over a quarter-mile. And thanks to multiple power settings and critical efficiency innovations, it can run for up to 75 hours on a single charge of its state-of-the-art Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery.

In achieving this performance milestone, Mag Instrument's research and development team started by tackling a long-known problem: An LED light engine must be kept cool to run efficiently, and poor heat dissipation is a serious performance-limiting factor with high-output LEDs. The solution, newly patented by Mag Instrument, is an integral heat-sinking technology that quickly drains heat from the LED.

According to Tony Maglica, president and founder of Mag Instrument, "The new MAGLITE(R) ML150LR(TM) is the first flashlight to embody this new heat sink technology, and the performance results are spectacular - a real breakthrough. But still, let's not forget optics. While many flashlight brands tout their high lumen outputs, that doesn't get you very far unless you also have the superior beam-forming optics needed to shape all that light into a versatile, focusable and effective beam that puts the light where the user needs it. A flashlight should be a powerful, manageable, durable, dependable portable light source that is long-lasting. This new flashlight checks all the boxes magnificently."

Other standard features of the ML150LR(TM) include:
• A versatile charging cradle that can be powered from a standard wall outlet or the 12-volt DC electrical system in a vehicle.
• Multiple power settings to control light output and battery burn rate.
• IPX4 water resistance.
• An advanced user interface with five available functions, custom-configurable to suit the individual user's preferences.

Check out the legendary MAGLITE(R) flashlights, known for their unsurpassed quality, performance and durability, including the ML150LR(TM). Learn more at: http://maglite.com/.

(Note: *Estimate. Final ANSI test results pending.)

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