Senator Patrick Leahy Visits Revision Military’s Vermont Manufacturing Facility

Senator Patrick Leahy Visits Revision Military’s Vermont Manufacturing Facility

Sep 30th 2024

Essex Junction, Vermont (August 20, 2021) – Senator Patrick Leahy of Vermont visited Revision Military’s corporate headquarters and world-class optical manufacturing facility in Essex Junction, Vermont on Tuesday, August 17th. Senator Leahy joined the Revision leadership team on a tour through the manufacturing operation, showcasing recent facility improvements, and plans for future expansion. Additionally, the Senator met and addressed Revision employees, highlighting their hard work during the global pandemic to remain operational and deliver essential protective eyewear that protects those who serve our country.

“Revision’s commitment to producing world-class protective eyewear while also prioritizing the health of their team during this pandemic makes me proud both as a Vermonter and as a senator”, said Senator Patrick Leahy.  “Revision eyewear is well known as must-have items for our service members deploying to combat zones around the globe.  To see the advancements they are now making to protect pilots at risk of lasers is remarkable.”

“We are very proud to welcome Senator Leahy back to our headquarters to visit our team, tour our facility and hear about some of our exciting developments”, said Revision CEO, Amy Coyne. “Senator Leahy has been a true champion of businesses like ours in Vermont, and he has been a robust supporter of our mission to protect the vision men and women in uniform around the globe. His steadfast support has fostered our innovation, our ability to grow, and the expansion of our workforce.”

Senator Leahy had a direct impact on encouraging Revision to establish a presence in Vermont in 2004, and throughout the company history has helped Revision navigate the complexities of government contracting and supported the research and development of advanced optical technologies through partnerships with military research laboratories.

Revision currently is hiring for several open positions based in Essex Junction, including Assembly, Fabrication, Molding & Coating Technicians.

Above: Revision CEO, Amy Coyne, presents Senator Patrick Leahy with a token of appreciation from Revision employees for his leadership and support of business in Vermont. Coyne is to the right of Senator Leahy, and joined by several Revision leadership team members and consultants (R to L: David Costello, Rising Tide Associates; Kelly Krayewsky, Director Brand Marketing; Shaun Abraham, Director R&D; Senator Patrick Leahy, Amy Coyne, CEO, Larry Brand, Sr. Director Operations; Lt Gen (Ret) Mike Dubie, Dubie Associates).


Above: Revision Industrial Designer, Peter Grunwald, shows Senator Patrick Leahy a 3D printed goggle during a tour of Revision’s facility in Essex Junction, Vermont.

ABOUT REVISION

Revision is relentlessly dedicated to protect vision by developing and delivering purpose-built eye protection for military and tactical use worldwide. The Company has invested in the development and delivery of advanced laser protective solutions over the past decade, and become experts in both ballistic laser protective solutions to protect military, law enforcement and first responders today, as well as the distinct ability to develop custom solutions based upon the unique threat and situation. Revision specializes in integration for the optimum and necessary balance of protection and performance. The eyewear business and brand was acquired in September 2019 by ASGARD Partners & Co and Merit Capital, and the Company is headquartered in Essex Junction, Vermont, USA. For more information, visit www.revisionmilitary.com, write media@revisionmilitary.com, or call +1 802.879.7002.