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SAAMI 2026 Ballistics Conference Dates

Posted on Tuesday, 2 December, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

December 1, 2025 SAAMI 2026 Ballistics Conference Dates SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®) will present its 2026 Ballistics Conference September 15–17 in Baltimore. The event will include a two-day technical seminar and training course … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Welcomes SATERN and True Ballistics to Institute

Posted on Friday, 22 August, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

August 21, 2025 SAAMI Welcomes SATERN and True Ballistics to Institute SHELTON, Conn.— The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc., (SAAMI®), is pleased to announce that Liberty Barrels, Inc. (DBA SATERN) and True Ballistics LLC, have joined SAAMI as … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Updates Its ‘Sporting Firearms’ Handling and Transportation Publication

Posted on Thursday, 7 August, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

August 6, 2025 SAAMI Updates Its ‘Sporting Firearms’ Handling and Transportation Publication SHELTON, Conn.— The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,® Inc., (SAAMI®), has revised and updated its information publication, “Sporting Firearms: Safe Handling Considerations and Shipping Guidelines for Interstate … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Issues Firearm Sound Suppressors Voluntary Standards

Posted on Wednesday, 6 August, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

 August 5, 2025 SAAMI Issues Firearm Sound Suppressors Voluntary Standards SHELTON, Conn.— The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,® Inc., (SAAMI®), has issued the first “Voluntary Industry Performance Standards Criteria for Firearm Sound Suppressors for the Use of Commercial Manufacturers.” … Continue reading →

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SAAMI® to Participate in PCB 2025 Conformal Ballistic Training

Posted on Wednesday, 6 August, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

August 5, 2025 SAAMI® to Participate in PCB 2025 Conformal Ballistic Training SHELTON, Conn.– The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,® Inc., (SAAMI®) will participate in the 2025 Conformal Ballistic Training in Buffalo, N.Y., on August 20 and 21. Alan … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Welcomes Derya to Organization

Posted on Tuesday, 22 April, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

April 21, 2025 SAAMI Welcomes Derya to Organization SHELTON, Conn.— The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,® Inc., (SAAMI®), is pleased to announce that Derya has joined SAAMI as a Supporting Member. Derya is a manufacturer of firearms, headquartered in … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Announces New Online Resources Providing Guidance for Firearms, Ammunition and Smokeless Propellants Exposed to Fire and Water

Posted on Wednesday, 12 March, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

March 11, 2025 SAAMI Announces New Online Resources Providing Guidance for Firearms, Ammunition and Smokeless Propellants Exposed to Fire and Water SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc. (SAAMI®) is pleased to announce that it has … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Welcomes Migra Ammunitions and Fierce Firearms

Posted on Monday, 10 March, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

March 7, 2025 SAAMI Welcomes Migra Ammunitions and Fierce Firearms SHELTON, Conn.— The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,® Inc., (SAAMI®), is pleased to announce that Migra Ammunitions and Fierce Firearms have joined SAAMI as Supporting Members. Migra Ammunitions is … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Releases Update of Centerfire Rifle Standard

Posted on Thursday, 13 February, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

February 12, 2025 SAAMI Releases Update of Centerfire Rifle Standard SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®) is pleased to announce the release of the 2025 update to American National Standard SAAMI Z299.4-2025, Voluntary Industry … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Welcomes Ten New Companies to the Organization

Posted on Thursday, 6 February, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

February 5, 2025 SAAMI Welcomes Ten New Companies to the Organization SHELTON, Conn.— The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,® Inc., (SAAMI®), is pleased to announce the following companies have joined SAAMI. Q, LLC has joined SAAMI as a Voting … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Announces Acceptance of New Cartridges

Posted on Monday, 3 February, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

January 31, 2025 SAAMI Announces Acceptance of New Cartridges SHELTON, Conn.—The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,®Inc., (SAAMI®) has announced the acceptance of three new rifle cartridges for SAAMI standardization. SAAMI is the organization at the forefront of promoting firearm … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Ballistics Conference a Success, Attracts Largest Attendance

Posted on Monday, 23 September, 2024 by twobirdsflyingpub

September 20, 2024 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 … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Announces Acceptance of New 5.7 X 28 FN Cartridge

Posted on Thursday, 22 August, 2024 by twobirdsflyingpub

August 21, 2024 SAAMI Announces Acceptance of New 5.7 X 28 FN Cartridge See Technical Data, Cartridge and Chamber Designs here. SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®), has announced the acceptance of the 5.7 … Continue reading →

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

Posted on Tuesday, 13 August, 2024 by twobirdsflyingpub

August 12, 2024 SAAMI Conference Special Hotel Rate Good Through August 19 — Last Call! SHELTON, Conn — There’s only one week left to take advantage of the special hotel rate for the 2024 Ballistics Conference presented by the Sporting … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Auction Raises Funds for NSSF’s Project ChildSafe

Posted on Thursday, 25 July, 2024 by twobirdsflyingpub

July 23, 2024 SAAMI Auction Raises Funds for NSSF’s Project ChildSafe WASHINGTON, 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 … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Ballistics Conference Special Hotel Rate Deadline is Aug. 19

Posted on Wednesday, 17 July, 2024 by twobirdsflyingpub

July 16, 2024 SAAMI Ballistics Conference Special Hotel Rate Deadline is Aug. 19 SHELTON, 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 … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Adds HAZMAT Special Permit Information to Website

Posted on Thursday, 14 March, 2024 by twobirdsflyingpub

March 13, 2024 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 … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Welcomes FN America to Organization

Posted on Thursday, 29 February, 2024 by twobirdsflyingpub

 February 28, 2024 SAAMI Welcomes FN America to Organization SHELTON, 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 … Continue reading →

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SAAMI to Exhibit at SHOT Show

Posted on Tuesday, 14 November, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

October 13, 2023 SAAMI to Exhibit at SHOT Show SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®), will for the first time have an exhibition booth at the SHOT Show®, the world’s largest trade show for … Continue reading →

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New SAAMI® Publication Addresses Workplace and Home Safety: ‘Take-Home Lead Hazards’

Posted on Friday, 6 October, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

 October 5, 2023 New SAAMI® Publication Addresses Workplace and Home Safety: ‘Take-Home Lead Hazards’ SHELTON, Conn — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI), has released its latest publication, “Take-Home Lead Hazards,” detailing steps for minimizing lead exposure … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Welcomes AAC Ammunition, Defender Ammunition Company, Forster Products and ROAM as New Members

Posted on Friday, 18 August, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

August 17, 2023 SAAMI Welcomes AAC Ammunition, Defender Ammunition Company, Forster Products and ROAM as New Members SHELTON, Conn.—The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®) is pleased to announce that AAC Ammunition, Defender Ammunition Company and ROAM have … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Welcomes AMMO, Incorporated, to Organization

Posted on Friday, 7 July, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

July 6, 2023 SAAMI Welcomes AMMO, Incorporated, to Organization SHELTON, Conn — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®), is pleased to announce that AMMO, Incorporated, has joined SAAMI as a Voting Member. AMMO, Inc., is a manufacturer … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Announces Acceptance of Two New Cartridges

Posted on Friday, 30 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

June 29, 2023 SAAMI Announces Acceptance of Two New Cartridges SHELTON, Conn — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®) has announced the acceptance of a new shotshell and rimfire cartridge for SAAMI standardization. SAAMI is the organization … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Posts New Publication on Range Cleaning

Posted on Friday, 23 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

June 22, 2023 SAAMI Posts New Publication on Range Cleaning SHELTON, Conn — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® has released its latest publication—“Considerations in Range Cleaning”—and posted the document to the SAAMI® library of informational publications and advisories … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Auction Raises Funds for USA Shooting and NSSF’s Project ChildSafe

Posted on Tuesday, 13 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

June 12, 2023 SAAMI Auction Raises Funds for USA Shooting and NSSF’s Project ChildSafe WASHINGTON, D.C. — At its annual meeting last week in Branson, Mo., the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®) auctioned many generously donated products … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Releases Update of Ammunition Standards for Centerfire Pistol and Revolver

Posted on Friday, 3 February, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

February 2, 2023 SAAMI Releases Update of Ammunition Standards for Centerfire Pistol and Revolver SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®) is pleased to announce the release of the 2022 update to American National Standard … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Announces Acceptance of New Cartridges

Posted on Thursday, 2 February, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

February 1, 2023 SAAMI Announces Acceptance of New Cartridges SHELTON, Conn.—The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®) has announced the acceptance of three new rifle cartridges for SAAMI standardization. SAAMI is the organization at the forefront of promoting … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Welcomes Capstone Precision Group and Geissele Automatics to Organization

Posted on Tuesday, 25 October, 2022 by twobirdsflyingpub

October 24, 2022 SAAMI Welcomes Capstone Precision Group and Geissele Automatics to Organization SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®), is pleased to announce that Capstone Precision Group and Geissele Automatics have joined SAAMI as … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Welcomes TXAT, LLC, to Organization

Posted on Tuesday, 23 August, 2022 by twobirdsflyingpub

August 22, 2022 NEWTOWN, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®), is pleased to announce that TXAT, LLC, has joined SAAMI as an Affiliate Member. TXAT is the exclusive US distributor and test facility for Aguila … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Announces Acceptance of a New Cartridge

Posted on Monday, 11 July, 2022 by twobirdsflyingpub

July 8, 2022 SAAMI Announces Acceptance of a New Cartridge NEWTOWN, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,® Inc., (SAAMI®) has announced the acceptance of a new pistol cartridge for SAAMI standardization. SAAMI is the organization at the … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Welcomes Kimber Manufacturing, Inc., to Organization

Posted on Monday, 7 March, 2022 by twobirdsflyingpub

Kimber Manufacturing, Inc., has joined SAAMI as a Supporting Member. Kimber is a manufacturer of firearms and is headquartered in Troy, Alabama. March 4, 2022 SAAMI Welcomes Kimber Manufacturing, Inc., to Organization NEWTOWN, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Announces Acceptance of New Rifle Cartridges

Posted on Thursday, 3 February, 2022 by twobirdsflyingpub

February 2, 2022 SAAMI Announces Acceptance of New Cartridges NEWTOWN, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,® Inc., (SAAMI®) has announced the acceptance of three new rifle cartridges for SAAMI standardization. SAAMI is the organization at the forefront … Continue reading →

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SAAMI and USDOT-PHMSA Develop Guidance for Shippers of Ammunition and Component Parts

Posted on Friday, 14 January, 2022 by twobirdsflyingpub

January 13, 2022 SAAMI and USDOT-PHMSA Develop Guidance for Shippers of Ammunition and Component Parts NEWTOWN, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®) is pleased to announce that a collaborative effort between the U.S. Department of Transportation, … Continue reading →

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SAAMI ‘Save the Date’ for 2022 Ballistics Conference

Posted on Monday, 25 October, 2021 by twobirdsflyingpub

For immediate release | October 22, 2021 SAAMI ‘Save the Date’ for 2022 Ballistics Conference NEWTOWN, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®) has scheduled its 2022 Ballistics Conference for September 13-14 in Rapid City, South Dakota. … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Announces Ammunition Equivalency Online Resources

Posted on Friday, 15 October, 2021 by twobirdsflyingpub

October 14, 2021 SAAMI Announces Ammunition Equivalency Online Resources NEWTOWN, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,®Inc., (SAAMI®), is pleased to announce that it has added two new web-based resources. These new documents help to clarify the interchangeability … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Announces Additions of Alan Serven and Alexander ‘Nico’ Wirtz to Staff

Posted on Friday, 9 April, 2021 by twobirdsflyingpub

SAAMI Announces Additions of Alan Serven and Alexander ‘Nico’ Wirtz to Staff NEWTOWN, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® is pleased to announce two new additions to staff — Alan Serven as Senior Director of Technical Affairs … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Announces Acceptance of New Cartridges

Posted on Tuesday, 23 February, 2021 by twobirdsflyingpub

NEWTOWN, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,®Inc., (SAAMI®), the organization at the forefront of promoting firearm safety by creating standards that ensure safety, reliability and interchangeability of firearms, ammunition and components, announced the acceptance of new rifle … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Announces New Affiliated Member Category

Posted on Monday, 9 November, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

SAAMI has added a new membership category, Affiliated Members, to the organization’s body of professional supports. November 6, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®) is pleased to announce that it has added a new membership … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Offers Clarification on Acceptance of New 300 HAM’R Cartridge

Posted on Friday, 14 February, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

    SAAMI would like to clarify the recent press release of February 7th. SIG Sauer was listed as the developer of the cartridge as is standard practice for the company which introduces the cartridge. SAAMI and SIG Sauer felt … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Announces Acceptance of New 300 HAM’R Cartridge

Posted on Monday, 10 February, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

    NEWTOWN, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®), the organization at the forefront of promoting firearm safety by creating standards that ensure safety, reliability and interchangeability of firearms, ammunition, and components, has announced the acceptance … Continue reading →

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