Edmonton, Alberta (August 2025)
CTOMS was founded in 2006 as a tactical medicine training company and evolved into a global leader in innovative micro-rope solutions for tactical and rescue operations. CTOMS is excited to announce the acquisition of Performance Manufacturing, an experienced manufacturing company more recently known for producing key rope control devices for CTOMS’ TRACE Systems and Firefly, the world’s smallest and lightest comprehensive capability micro-rope system and vertical egress/bail-out system, respectively. This acquisition also brings with it the Amarok Technical Gear brand, including complementary products like the Helo Lanyard™ for adjustable safety retention in a helicopter and the ciao Nut Tool for rock anchor cleaning, into CTOMS’ product line.
This strategic move enhances CTOMS’ ability to expand market reach, scale operations, and accelerate research and development. This will ensure greater product availability and faster innovation for customers worldwide. New product developments, tailored for the vertical and aviation environments requiring the lightest and most advanced equipment, are already underway.
Chris Kopp, CEO of CTOMS, stated:
“This acquisition brings new expertise and capabilities to CTOMS, streamlining our ability to innovate and develop cutting-edge products to continue to lead the way in lightweight, low-pack volume vertical access, egress, and rescue solutions.”
Randy Sawatsky, Founder of Performance Manufacturing, added:
“Joining forces with CTOMS unlocks growth opportunities and fuels research and development that would not have been possible otherwise, paving the way for exciting advancements.”
This acquisition positions CTOMS and Performance Manufacturing to redefine industry standards for micro-rope system use in vertical access and rescue equipment. For more information on CTOMS’ expanded product line, visit www.ctomsinc.com and www.ctomsropesystems.com.
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