InVeris Redefined Reality at SHOT Show 2026
At the 2026 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, the buzz surrounding tactical training reached a fever pitch, but few exhibits captured the imagination quite like the InVeris Training Solutions showcase. While the show floor was packed with the latest in ballistic steel and polymer, InVeris shifted the focus toward the most critical component of any operation: the human decision-making process.
At the heart of their exhibit was a state-of-the-art simulated kill house, a high-fidelity environment designed to bridge the gap between static range shooting and the chaotic reality of close-quarters combat.
The Concept: Simulation vs. Reality
For decades, the gold standard for tactical readiness was “live-fire” training. However, the industry is seeing a massive shift toward simulation-driven curricula. The reasons are two-fold: cost and effectiveness.
Cost Efficiency: Outfitting a squad with live ammunition, securing a physical range, and repairing shoot-house walls is an astronomical expense. Simulation training removes the “per-bullet” cost, allowing for thousands of repetitions at a fraction of the budget.
Safety & Flexibility: Simulation allows for “stress-testing” a trainee in ways that would be too dangerous with live rounds—such as complex 360-degree scenarios or inter-team coordination drills—without the risk of a tragic accident.
The InVeris Kill House Experience
The attendee experience at the InVeris booth was less about looking at gear and more about doing the work. Visitors weren’t just observing; they were stepping into an, immersive environment that mimicked the tension of a real-world entry.
The kill house utilized InVeris’s legendary FATS (Firearms Training System) technology, integrated into a physical layout. The value here isn’t just in hitting a target; it’s in the Judgmental Training of the trainee.
The Shoot/Don’t Shoot Dilemma: Trainees are forced to identify threats in low-light, high-noise environments where a split-second mistake has consequences.
After-Action Review (AAR): One of the most praised features by SHOT Show attendees was the immediate feedback. The system tracks muzzle discipline, trigger squeeze, and even the trainee’s heart rate, providing a digital “play-by-play” that identifies exactly where a tactical decision went right or wrong.
The Attendee Perspective
Walking into the exhibit, the atmosphere was electric. Unlike the loud, concussive environment of the live-fire ranges at Boulder City, the InVeris booth offered a “focused intensity.” Attendees stood in line not just to see the tech, but to test their own mettle.
The experience was described by many as “eye-opening.” It’s one thing to hit a paper target at 25 yards; it’s quite another to clear a corner and find yourself face-to-face with a high-definition digital adversary that reacts to your movements in real-time.
Why It Matters
As agencies and private security firms face tightening budgets and increased scrutiny, the InVeris exhibit proved that the future of the “kill house” isn’t just about more plywood and ammo—it’s about smarter data. By focusing on the cognitive load of the operator rather than just the mechanics of the firearm, InVeris is redefining what it means to be “mission ready.”
“The tech is impressive, but the real takeaway is the realization of how much your fine motor skills degrade the moment a scenario turns dynamic.” — SHOT Show 2026 Attendee
InVeris Training Solutions (and its legacy brands FATS and Meggitt) is the global “system of record” for small-arms simulation. Their technology is currently deployed in over 130 countries, with more than 5,100 virtual systems and 15,500 live-fire ranges in operation.
Military & Federal Agencies
The FATS® 100MIL is the specific system of record for the U.S. military’s small-arms training.
U.S. Army: Extensive use of the Engagement Skills Trainer (EST II) and small-arms simulators.
U.S. Marine Corps: Uses the Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer (ISMT).
U.S. Navy: Recently awarded contracts for FATS 100MIL software and M18 BlueFire pistol simulators.
U.S. Air Force: Specifically the Security Forces units (which utilize the SURVIVR VR technology acquired by InVeris).
Department of Homeland Security (DHS): Including various customs and border protection units.
U.S. Department of State: Global diplomatic security and training programs.
U.S. Coast Guard: Training for maritime interdiction and boarding.
UK Ministry of Defence: Long-standing user of FATS systems for British Armed Forces.
Law Enforcement & Public Safety
The FATS® 100LE and multi-screen 180LE/300LE systems are widely used for de-escalation and judgmental training.
California POST: The Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training serves as a primary launch customer for their latest VR solutions.
Long Beach Police Department: Tailored training for urban patrol challenges.
Sacramento and Oakland PDs: Use localized scenarios for situational awareness training.
Dallas Police Department: Integration through the SURVIVR acquisition.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP): Utilizing simulation for both marksmanship and use-of-force.
International Organizations
Australian Defence Force (ADF): Regular updates to their virtual weapons training systems.
Singapore Armed Forces: High-density virtual training environments for urban combat.
NATO Partners: Various European defense forces use InVeris for interoperability training across small-arms platforms.
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